The David Keller Travel Grants from the American Society for Theatre Research support early-career theatre scholars to present and participate in the ASTR annual conference.
Funder: American Society for Theatre Research
Due Dates (Anticipated): July 2027 (application submission deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to three awards of $800 each plus complimentary conference registration per cycle.
Summary: Supports untenured scholars with terminal degrees to participate in the ASTR annual conference.
Key Information: Applicants must be accepted to present or organize a session at the ASTR conference; ASTR membership is not required to apply.
The David Keller Travel Grants are designed to honor the legacy of David Mathias Keller by encouraging untenured scholars with terminal degrees to engage actively with the theatre research community. Administered by the American Society for Theatre Research (ASTR), these grants support early-career theatre researchers by facilitating their attendance and participation in the ASTR annual conference. The program aims to foster professional development and scholarly exchange among new voices in the field.