Criteria for applicants:

Are you producing, programming or presenting dance in your community, at a venue or festival, in public space? Are you interested in extending your networks internationally and expanding your producing capacity and knowledge?

The Award is open to individuals from anywhere in the world currently working in the field of dance who can demonstrate some experience of producing or programming live performance. 

The applicant outlines their proposed project including the research that has been done to develop the proposal to ensure its viability (max 300 words). 

The Award may be used to cover time, travel, accommodation, per diems, and any related professional development costs.

The applicant needs to explain why this is the right opportunity for them and why now is the right time.

The applicant needs to make clear the burning questions they wish to explore through this process.

The applicant provides a timeline, budget, CV and one letter of support. 

The project may begin from 1 April 2027 and must be completed by 30 September 2028. 

The applicant will provide a brief report outlining the outcomes of the project upon completion.

PLEASE NOTE: This award is not for the purpose of producing an artistic work/performance (your own or another artist’s), nor towards programming research for your own venue or festival. Such applications will be deemed ineligible. 

The award is highly competitive as only one recipient is chosen each year. Individual feedback for unsuccessful applicants may be provided only upon request

How to apply?

Applications for 2026/27 will open on Tuesday 1 September with a deadline for submissions of 30 October. The winner will be announced in February 2027.

Please note:

Applicants with access needs are invited to share their requirements via email: ega@sadlerswells.com.