May 23, 2012

Call for proposals: CityArtist Project Grants

Seattle-based artists working in dance, music and theater (including playwriting) may apply for set award amounts of $4,000, $6,000 and $8,000 to fund projects in 2013. CityArtist Projects is an annual funding program that supports individual Seattle artists in the development and presentation of new, in-progress or remounted works taken to the next level.

Priority will be given to quality art projects that focus on public access. Applications will be scored on their ability to address at least one of these elements: provide opportunities for audience engagement; offer physical, economic, geographic or cultural access; diversify the arts and cultural activities available to Seattle residents and visitors; encourage partnerships and creative collaborations in the community; and/or create meaningful arts experiences that reflect and are relevant to Seattle's diverse population.

CityArtists funds different disciplines in alternating years. View a list of previous recipients.

Eligibility:
Seattle-based individual artists or artist teams proposing projects in dance, music and theater (including playwriting).
Deadline:
11 p.m., Thursday, July 19, 2012 (Pacific Daylight Time)
Apply:
Find the guidelines and online application here.
Workshops:
Program Overview
Monday, June 11, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
The Seattle Public Library, Douglass-Truth Branch
2300 E. Yesler Way (Central District)

Get an overview of the funding program and hear application tips from previous award recipients Catherine Cabeen, choreographer, and Paul Kikuchi, composer/musician.

Draft Review
Thursday, June 28, 5 to 7 p.m.
Northwest African American Museum
2300 S. Massachusetts St. (Central District)

The draft review is strongly encouraged for first-time applicants. These are 15-minute appointments by reservation only. Contact Irene Gómez, (206) 684-7310.
Info:
For questions about the program and applications contact Irene Gómez, project manager, (206) 684-7310. For technical support for the online application, call (206) 684-7171.

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