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Jonathan Larson Grants is sponsored by American Theatre Wing. The Jonathan Larson Grant is an unconditional annual investment in individual talent, awarded to musical theatre composers, lyricists, and librettists, or writing teams, early in their career, to support artistic endeavors and safeguard long-term music writing careers.
The grants do not honor a specific piece or project but are based on merit for those with a demonstrated commitment to musical theatre.
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Applications Open for 2025 Jonathan Larson Grants | American Theatre Wing - Applications Open for 2025 Jonathan Larson Grants Support the American Theatre Wing! Donate Now The Jonathan Larson Grants are the Wing’s annual investment in emerging musical theatre artists, offering support through unrestricted cash grants, as well as additional support in the form of residencies, concerts, and recording grants.
The Jonathan Larson Grants are given annually to honor emerging composers, lyricists and book writers, and to help continue the legacy of Tony Award®-winning RENT composer Jonathan Larson. DEADLINE: FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 26TH For the 2025 grant cycle, applications will be accepted in the following areas: Individuals – may apply as lyricists, composers, librettists, or any combination of the three.
Collaborative teams – may apply together as composer, lyricist, and/or librettist, or any combination of the three. Collaborators who work together regularly are strongly encouraged to apply as a team. If your collaborative team has more than three individuals, please contact the ATW offices.
*Please note that applicants may only appear on one application per grant cycle Ask away! Email programs@americantheatrewing. org for guidance.
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Individual musical theatre composers, lyricists, and librettists, or writing teams, early in their career, working professionally in the field. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The published deadline was September 1, 2025, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
Jonathan Larson Grants is funded by American Theatre Wing. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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