[FACE Foundation](https://face-foundation.org/artistic-funds/jazz-new-music/grant-application)

January 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)

Up to $20,000 for Creative Grants; up to $15,000 for Touring Grants; supports up to 50% of project costs.

Supports collaborative contemporary theater and performance projects between French and American artists through grants to nonprofit venues.

--- ## Description The program encourages and supports innovative, cross-cultural collaborations between French and American artists in contemporary theater, circus, puppetry, street theater, and hybrid forms. Grants are provided to French and American nonprofit venues to foster new productions, tours, and creative partnerships, with a focus on contemporary work and projects that introduce new or rarely seen artists to the partner country. The initiative aims to deepen artistic exchange and promote the diversity of the French and U.S. performance scenes. --- ## Due Dates - January 2027 (anticipated/projected full application deadline) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Creative Grants: Up to $20,000 (max 50% of project costs) - Touring Grants: Up to $15,000 (max 50% of project costs) - Eligible expenses include housing, per diem, travel, visa fees, and equipment rentals directly related to the production. - Grants do not cover operating or front-of-house expenses of the presenting organization; artist fees must be included in the budget. --- ## Eligibility - Only nonprofit organizations (U.S. 501(c)(3) or French equivalent) may apply. - Intended for presenting organizations, venues, and festivals; individual artists and companies are not eligible except in rare cases (consult the program officer). - Projects must involve active collaboration between French and American artists and organizations. - U.S. applicants: Must present projects involving France-based artists supported by French cultural institutions. - French applicants: Must present projects involving U.S.-based artists supported by U.S. cultural institutions. - Focus on contemporary, innovative work; classical French repertory theater is not eligible. - Dance projects are generally ineligible (see the separate Albertine Dance/FUSED program). - Projects for young audiences are eligible if they meet the core criteria. - Projects in the U.S. must be performed in English or with English subtitles; French-only performances are not eligible unless subtitled. - Touring Grants require at least two U.S. venues (or a series/large-scale production at one venue). --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted by nonprofit presenting organizations. - Separate applications are required for each project. - Applicants must provide proof of nonprofit status and demonstrate artistic and financial commitment. - For Touring Grants: Letters of commitment from participating venues are required. - Budget must include artist fees and specify cost-sharing. - Additional partners may join after submission, provided basic requirements are met at the time of application. - For questions or to discuss eligibility, contact the Program Officer before applying. --- ## Additional Information - Projects should prioritize artists whose work has rarely or never been seen in the partner country and should reflect the diversity of the French and/or U.S. artistic scenes. - The program does not organize tours or handle visa applications but can recommend resources or attorneys. - Examples of past grantees and further guidelines are available on the [program website](https://albertinefoundation.org/albertine-grants/albertine-theater/current-grantees/). --- ## External Links - [Program Homepage](https://albertinefoundation.org/albertine-grants/albertine-theater) - [FAQ](https://albertinefoundation.org/albertine-grants/albertine-theater/f-a-q/) - [Artistic Committee](https://albertinefoundation.org/albertine-grants/albertine-theater/artistic-committee/) - [Current Grantees](https://albertinefoundation.org/albertine-grants/albertine-theater/current-grantees/) - [Application Portal](https://albertinefoundation.my.site.com/s/) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Role | Email | |----------------|------------------|--------------------------------------------| | Louise Dodet | Program Officer | [louise.dodet@villa-albertine.org](mailto:louise.dodet@villa-albertine.org) | ---

Albertine Theater

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