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Comedy Meets Funding: Understanding OAC Theatre Grants

Looking to secure funding for your comedy project? The Ontario Arts Council’s Theatre Projects grant program is currently accepting applications until February 6, 2025 – 1pm.

This workshop, led by Daniel Carter, Theatre Program Officer at the Ontario Arts Council (OAC), provides an in-depth guide to navigating the Theatre Projects granting program. Learn how to frame and position your work within the grant’s five categories—Creation, Development Workshops, Productions, Festivals/Initiatives, and more.

Daniel will break down the application process, share specific strategies for aligning comedic projects with funding criteria, and offer insights from his extensive background in theatre administration and programming. This is a must-attend for comedy creators eager to transform their creative ideas into fundable projects. Let’s get your comedy the support it deserves!

COMEDY MEETS FUNDING: UNDERSTANDING OAC THEATRE GRANTS
Date: Thursday, January 16, 6:00-8:00pm Eastern Time
Location: Virtual Session – Zoom
Program Length is approximately 2 hours
Cost: FREE

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Logo: The Ontario Arts Council