Jonathan Larson Grants
Forecasted
Jonathan Larson Grants support emerging musical theatre writers and teams with unrestricted resources to advance their creative work, develop new works for theatre, and sustain long-term writing careers.
Funder: American Theatre Wing
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2027 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Unrestricted cash grants, with additional support through residencies, concerts, and recording grants
Summary: Supports emerging musical theatre writers and writing teams with unrestricted resources to advance creative work and sustain long-term careers.
Key Information: Applicants may appear on only one application per grant cycle.
Description
The Jonathan Larson Grants are the American Theatre Wing’s annual investment in emerging musical theatre composers, lyricists, librettists, and writing teams. Rather than honoring a specific piece or project, the program recognizes individual talent and gives recipients freedom to direct its resources toward the artistic endeavors they consider most important. Its goals include supporting long-term writing careers, encouraging new, fully producible works for theatre, and advancing the art form.
The grants carry forward the legacy of Jonathan Larson, whose own grant support helped him continue pursuing musical theatre and ultimately finish Rent. The program supports musical writers with the potential to shape contemporary culture, helping artists bring brave creative visions from concept to cultural success.
