Deadline: 15-Jun-2026
The Annie Greig Dance Scholarship supports emerging Tasmanian dancers aged 17–26 to pursue advanced professional development in Australia or overseas. One scholarship of $28,500 is awarded in this round, with funding supporting training, residencies, travel, and professional experiences in dance.
Overview of the Scholarship
The Annie Greig Dance Scholarship is a dedicated funding opportunity for young dance artists from Tasmania to develop their professional careers.
It is supported by a $300,000 bequest and administered as a competitive scholarship offering targeted support for high-level artistic development.
Purpose of the Program
The scholarship aims to:
- Support emerging dancers in advancing their careers
- Enable access to professional training and industry experiences
- Encourage national and international development opportunities
- Strengthen Tasmania’s dance talent pipeline
- Support transition into professional dance careers
Key Opportunities Supported
Funding can be used for structured professional development activities.
Eligible Activities
- Full-time study at dance institutions
- Work with professional contemporary dance companies
- Participation in residencies and creative programs
- Mentorship and career development opportunities
- Attendance at festivals and professional engagements
Funding Details
- Total scholarship fund: $300,000 bequest
- Award amount (this round): $28,500
- Maximum request: up to $27,500
- Funding uses: travel, wages, living costs, training, residencies
- Not allowed: equipment purchases
Eligible Applicants
The program is open to individual dance artists.
Eligibility Criteria
- Age: 17–26 years at time of application closing
- Must be a dancer or emerging dance artist
- Must have lived in Tasmania for at least 6 of the past 12 months
OR ordinarily reside in Tasmania if temporarily away for training - Must meet general program requirements
- Must have no outstanding acquittals with Arts Tasmania
- Previous recipients of the scholarship are not eligible
Ineligible Uses of Funding
The scholarship cannot be used for:
- Equipment or hardware purchases
- Non-professional development costs
- Unrelated personal expenses
Expected Outcomes
Recipients are expected to:
- Gain advanced professional dance experience
- Build industry networks and mentorship connections
- Strengthen artistic and technical skills
- Progress toward professional dance careers
- Engage in high-level training or creative environments
Strategic Importance
The scholarship plays an important role in:
- Supporting Tasmania’s emerging performing arts talent
- Enabling access to national and international dance pathways
- Reducing financial barriers for young dancers
- Strengthening the professional dance ecosystem in Australia
FAQs
Who can apply for the scholarship?
Individual dancers aged 17–26 who are from or residing in Tasmania.
What is the funding amount?
One scholarship of $28,500 is awarded, with applicants able to request up to $27,500.
Can the funding be used for equipment?
No, equipment purchases are not eligible.
Can applicants outside Tasmania apply?
Only dancers who meet Tasmania residency requirements are eligible.
Can previous recipients apply again?
No, previous recipients of this scholarship are not eligible.
Conclusion
The Annie Greig Dance Scholarship provides targeted support for young Tasmanian dancers to access high-level training and professional opportunities.
It helps emerging artists bridge the gap between training and professional practice through residencies, mentorships, study, and industry engagement.
For more information, visit Tasmanian Government.
