Deadline: 1-Jun-22
The Culture Ireland has invited applications for Regular Grant Funding Scheme to support the presentation and promotion of Irish arts internationally.
They develop platforms to present outstanding Irish work to international audiences, through showcases at key global arts events, including the Edinburgh Festivals and the Venice Biennales.
What does Culture Ireland mean by artistic quality?
Artistic quality can be defined as work that is ambitious, excellent and original, connects to audiences and has been presented nationally to critical acclaim. It should be noted that the artistic quality of the proposed work is assessed using knowledge, experience and specialist advice.
Eligible Projects
Examples of eligible applications include:
- Theatre, circus and dance performances by professional companies.
- Film-makers presenting films at key international film festivals.
- Performances by professional or professionally-led musicians and ensembles.
- Visual artists/galleries exhibiting at internationally recognized art fairs/galleries.
- Readings by writers/poets in English or Irish or otherwise at international literary festivals.
Ineligible Projects
Examples of ineligible applications include:
- Events which have already taken place.
- Research, opportunities, study or professional training.
- Production Costs.
- Residencies.
- Bursaries.
- Workshops/Conferences.
- Amateur events.
- Work by non-professional artists.
- Events of a competitive nature.
Eligibility Criteria
- Basic Eligibility Requirements:
- Application must be in respect of an Irish professional artist/s or arts organization.
- Application must be in respect of an art form defined under the Arts Act 2003.
- Only international events are supported (i.e. outside the island of Ireland).
- The event must be accessible to an open public audience, promoted widely and fees must be payable to the artist/s or arts organization.
- Culture Ireland has a strong commitment to equality, diversity and inclusivity. All applicants should be familiar with these values.
- Consideration should be given to sustainability in all stages in the life-cycle of the project.
- Applications deemed eligible are assessed in line with the following criteria:
- Artistic quality of work and track record of artist/s or arts organization.
- Financial and operational viability of the event (including fees and level of support from presenter/venue/other partners)
- Profile of international venue/festival.
- Proven capacity of applicant, artist/s or arts organization to present work internationally.
- Wider promotional and media impact.
Note: Because of the competitive nature and context of each grant round, limited funding and a large number of applicants, eligibility and compliance with criteria for assessment alone do not guarantee that you will receive grant funding.
For more information, visit https://www.cultureireland.ie/funding/about/eligibility-requirements-and-criteria