Helen Krich Chinoy Dissertation Fellowships
The Helen Krich Chinoy Dissertation Fellowships from the American Society for Theatre Research fund Ph.D. candidates' travel for archival research in theatre and performance studies.
Funder: American Society for Theatre Research
Due Dates (Anticipated): July 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $3,000 total, typically split into three awards of $1,000 each; one-time award per recipient.
Summary: Supports Ph.D. candidates in theatre research with travel expenses for dissertation-related archival work.
Key Information: Open to non-members; applicants may only receive this fellowship once during their graduate career.
Description
The Helen Krich Chinoy Dissertation Fellowships, administered by the American Society for Theatre Research (ASTR), are designed to assist Ph.D. candidates whose dissertation research requires travel to national or international archival collections. The fellowship honors the legacy of Helen Krich Chinoy, a prominent theatre historian, by supporting emerging scholars engaged in innovative research in theatre and performance studies. Funding is intended specifically for travel expenses that are essential to the completion of dissertation projects.
