Grants for Researchers with Heavy Teaching Loads
ASTR’s grant supports theatre researchers with heavy teaching loads by providing resources and recognition to advance impactful, inclusive scholarship in theatre studies.
Funder: American Society for Theatre Research (ASTR) (https://www.astr.org/default.aspx)
Due Dates: July 16, 2026
Funding Amounts: Up to $1,000 honorarium, complimentary conference registration, and a one-year ASTR membership per awardee.
Summary: Supports theatre researchers at institutions with heavy teaching loads by providing resources to advance scholarly engagement and inclusivity in theatre studies.
Description
This grant, offered by the American Society for Theatre Research (ASTR), is designed to address disparities in resources among academic institutions and to promote the active participation of faculty with heavy teaching loads in the field of theatre studies. The award provides financial support, conference access, and ASTR membership to eligible researchers, ensuring that institutional affiliation and workload do not impede scholarly contribution and professional engagement within the discipline.
