[Utah Division of Arts & Museums](https://artsandmuseums.utah.gov/)

Rolling (apply before conference attendance)

Up to $1,000 per award, covers registration costs only; reimbursement after proof of registration.

Supports Utah performing artists and presenters to attend regional booking conferences for networking, professional development, and marketing.

Preference to first-time attendees; one award per fiscal year, max two consecutive years.

--- ## Description This scholarship program assists professional performing artists and presenters based in Utah with the costs of attending regional performing arts booking conferences. These conferences are essential for artists and presenters to connect, market their work, book performances, and engage in professional development and networking within the field. The scholarship reimburses up to $1,000 for conference registration fees, enabling recipients to participate in established conferences such as Arts Northwest, Western Arts Alliance, APAP, and others. --- ## Due Dates - Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and **must be submitted and approved before the conference takes place**. - Only one scholarship may be awarded per applicant per fiscal year, and no more than two consecutive years. --- ## Funding Amount - **Maximum award:** Up to $1,000 per applicant, covering registration costs only. - **Disbursement:** Funds are provided as reimbursement after proof of conference registration is submitted. - **Other expenses (travel, lodging, etc.):** Not covered. --- ## Eligibility ### Performing Artists - Must be a professional artist or group. - Must not be currently enrolled in a certificate or degree-seeking program. - Must have a minimum of 3 years of professional performing experience. - Must reside in Utah. ### Presenters - Must be an established organization presenting professionally within Utah for at least 3 years. - Must have a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) from [sam.gov](http://sam.gov) (not required for individual artists). - Must have organizational approval to accept payment. ### Additional Eligibility Rules - Preference is given to first-time conference attendees. - Applicants may not receive the scholarship more than two years in a row. - All reporting for previous Utah Division of Arts & Museums funding must be up to date. - Application must be for an established, professional booking conference. --- ## Application Process - **Read the guidelines:** [Scholarship Guidelines (PDF)](https://artsandmuseums.utah.gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Performing-Arts-Booking-Conference-Guidelines.pdf) - **Prepare materials:** Applicants will need to provide contact information, details about the conference, registration cost, and a statement on how attendance supports professional goals. - **Apply online:** [Application Form](https://forms.gle/vwyx2xE4y2CwvyM68) - **Approval required before conference attendance.** Payment is processed as reimbursement after submission of registration receipts. - **Contact for questions:** Jason Bowcutt (see contact section below). --- ## Additional Information - The scholarship is intended for registration costs only; other expenses are not eligible. - The list of supported regional booking conferences is available [here (PDF)](https://artsandmuseums.utah.gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Regional-Performing-Arts-Booking-Conferences.pdf). - The Utah Division of Arts & Museums reserves the right to make final funding decisions. --- ## External Links - [Utah Division of Arts & Museums – Funding Opportunities](https://artsandmuseums.utah.gov/funding-opportunities/) - [Scholarship Guidelines (PDF)](https://artsandmuseums.utah.gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Performing-Arts-Booking-Conference-Guidelines.pdf) - [Regional Booking Conferences List (PDF)](https://artsandmuseums.utah.gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Regional-Performing-Arts-Booking-Conferences.pdf) - [Application Form](https://forms.gle/vwyx2xE4y2CwvyM68) - [Performing Arts Program Overview](https://artsandmuseums.utah.gov/performingarts/) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Role | Email | Phone | |----------------|------------------|----------------------------------|--------------| | Jason Bowcutt | Performing Arts | [jbowcutt@utah.gov](mailto:jbowcutt@utah.gov) | 801-236-7554 |

Performing Arts Booking Conference Scholarship

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