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Applications Open for Fellowship Programs at Playwrights’ Center
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Applications Open for Fellowship Programs at Playwrights’ Center

Applications are open for the fellowship programs at Playwrights' Center.

The McKnight Fellowship in Playwriting supports mid-career/established Minnesota-based playwrights (deadline January 9). The McKnight Fellowship in Playwriting recognizes and supports mid-career playwrights living and working in Minnesota who demonstrate a sustained body of work, commitment to their craft, and distinct artistic vision.

The fellowship which runs July 1, 2025-June 30, 2026 includes: a $25,000 stipend, an additional $2,500 to support a play development workshop and other professional expenses, and $1,400 in travel funds. At the end of the fellowship term, all fellows will become Affiliated Writers of Playwrights’ Center.

Playwrights’ Center IS currently accepting applications for the McKnight Fellowship in Playwriting.

For information about eligibility and how to apply please visit their website.

The McKnight Theatre Artist Fellowship supports mid-career theatre artists living and working in Minnesota (deadline March 27). Visit their website to learn more!

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Springboard’s Rural Regenerator Fellowship Application is Open
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Springboard’s Rural Regenerator Fellowship Application is Open

Announcing the 2024–26 Rural Regenerator Fellowship

Calling rural artists in the Upper Midwest: Applications are now open for Springboard's 2024–26 Rural Regenerator Fellowship!

We are excited to announce that this year’s Fellowship will focus on supporting artists whose work is connected to land, environment, and/or food systems. Rural artists who are using their creative practice to explore environmental justice, land and food sovereignty, agriculture, foodways, climate solutions, and/or sustainability are welcome to apply. They will select 12 fellows total.

What the two-year Fellowship offers:

  • Unrestricted $10,000 stipend to continue or expand rural artist's existing work.

  • Opportunities for exchange and learning with other Rural Regenerator Fellows across the Upper Midwest.

  • A supportive platform to build solidarity across rural geographies.

This year’s new effort to amplify and support the urgent work of environmental stewardship aims to bring a new level of focus to the Fellowship in order to collectively contribute to long term change and support existing movements.

Applications are open now through June 24, 2024. Interested in applying? Join the virtual info session on Friday, May 31 to learn more about the application and the fellowship.

Learn more and apply here or https://springboardforthearts.org/rural-regenerator-fellowship/

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McKnight Artist Fellowship for Ceramic Artists Applications Open March 15, 2024
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McKnight Artist Fellowship for Ceramic Artists Applications Open March 15, 2024

McKnight Artist Fellowship for Ceramic Artists Applications Open March 15, 2024

The McKnight Artist Fellowship for Ceramic Artists supports outstanding Minnesota ceramic artists who identify with any methodology—whether it be functional, sculptural, or relational—all techniques are welcome. The intent of this program is to recognize and support midcareer artists living and working in Minnesota who demonstrate a sustained level of accomplishment, commitment, and artistic excellence.

Applications open March 15, 2024. The deadline for the 20234McKnight Fellowships for Ceramic Artists is Friday, May 17, 2024 at 5pm CT.

Two $25,000 grants will be awarded in 2024. Fellowship support may be pursued for, but not limited to: experimenting with new techniques and materials; purchasing materials and equipment; collaborating with other artists; or pursuing education, exhibition, or travel opportunities. The 2024 Fellowship recipients will deliver a workshop and at the culmination of the grant period, will be featured in a catalogue and group exhibition at Northern Clay Center that will also travel to 3 – 5 sites around the state of Minnesota and western Wisconsin.

This program is made possible by the generous support of the McKnight Foundation, Minneapolis, Minnesota. For more information, visit mcknight.org/artistfellowships

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