Call for applications: National Arts Council project funding in SA

Only one application will be supported from both a natural person (individual) and a juristic person (organisation/company). The invitation is open to practitioners who are active in music, dance, multidiscipline and theatre to submit their applications for project funding. Only applications for productions, concerts, showcases and/or performances will be considered. Applicants presenting content in South African indigenous art forms are encouraged to apply.

Other types of projects in the performing arts such as creation, composition, capacity building, workshops, research, scriptwriting for theatre, residencies, and other related activities, will be catered for in a separate call. Practitioners involved in the disciplines of craft, literature and visual arts will be invited to apply in the next call during this financial year.

In each of the four arts disciplines mentioned above, namely, music, dance, multidiscipline, and theatre, the proposed projects must have capability to address at least two of the five critical focus areas below:

• Social cohesion and nation building.
• Marginalised communities and indigenous arts with a focus on rural areas.
• Addressing social ills such as xenophobia, gender-based violence, bullying and other violent crimes, including drugs and gangsterism.
• Creating employment opportunities for women and people with disabilities, with a focus on rural/marginalised areas.
• Creation of new works and innovation. 

The call appeals to arts practitioners to present projects that can continue to educate, entertain, and enlighten audiences.  Proposed projects must demonstrate impact and value for the communities in which they operate.

The maximum amount applied for should not be in excess of R500 000 for music, dance, and multidiscipline projects.  The maximum threshold for theatre and/or musical theatre productions is R800 000. The allocation will be in line with redress and transformation imperatives of the NAC.

Applications must be submitted on or before 17 June at 5pm.

Applicants need to register and complete the online application form here.

Manual applications and/or funding guidelines can be requested via info@nac.org.za, by calling 087 7000 683 or visiting the NAC offices. This service is reserved only for those who have lack of access to internet services. 

Funding guidelines can be downloaded via the National Arts Council official website.

Contact info@nac.org.za or call 087 7000 683 for more information about this call.

View the original call here.