CityArtist Grant
The CityArtist Grant from the City of Seattle funds research, development, and public presentation of new work in Dance, Music, or Theater by Seattle-based artists and curators.
Funder: City of Seattle
Due Dates (Anticipated): July 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $8,000 per recipient; single fixed award; project period typically up to ~22 months (award through public presentation/report).
Summary: Supports Seattle-based individual artists and curators in dance, music, and theater to research, develop, and publicly present creative work.
Key Information: Only open to Dance, Music, and Theater (including Playwriting) in 2027; disciplines rotate annually.
Description
The CityArtist Grant, administered by the City of Seattle Office of Arts & Culture, provides direct support to individual artists and curators residing or working in Seattle for the research, development, and public presentation of creative work. The program’s goal is to foster the professional growth and adaptability of artists central to Seattle’s cultural vitality, while ensuring public benefit through presentation within city limits. Each year, the eligible artistic disciplines rotate; for the anticipated July 2027 cycle, applicants must be working in Dance, Music, or Theater (including Playwriting).
