Deadline:
May 31, 2018
The Arts and Culture Trust (ACT), the
Dramatic, Artistic and Literary Rights Organisation (DALRO) and Nedbank have
announced the opening of applications for the 2018 ACT | DALRO | Nedbank
Scholarships Programme. Past winners include Arlin Bantam, Tankiso Mamabolo and
Zola Myeza, among many other talented performers who are making a name for
themselves in the South African entertainment industry.
Country-wide auditions will be held from June
26 to July 10, 2018. Three finalists in each category of dance, singing, acting
and musical theatre will be selected to travel to Johannesburg for a week of
intensive training and rehearsal. The week culminates in final showcase that
will be held at the historic Market Theatre in front of friends, family and an
independent panel of judges. “As an institution committed to promoting artistic
excellence and to broadening access for both audiences and artists, the Market
Theatre Foundation is pleased to once again support the Scholarships
Programme”, said Zama Buthelezi, the Market Theatre Foundation’s Brand &
Communications Manager.
The panel, made up of industry
professionals, will award the scholarship based on the evening’s performance as
well as interviews conducted earlier in the day. ‘We are looking for dedicated
scholars with drive and ambition. Sometimes it’s the commitment they show
during the week that tips the balance. I don’t envy the judges, it’s always a
tough decision,’ says ACT CEO, Marcus Desando
Funded by Nedbank and the Dramatic Arts and
Literary Rights Organisation (DALRO) and supported by The Market Theatre, the
Scholarships Programme strives to nurture young talent and provide tertiary
education opportunities to young people who have their sights set on pursuing
performing arts training in 2019. "DALRO is once again proud to partner
with the Arts and Culture Trust in ensuring the future of our arts industry.
Access to education should not be a hindrance to anyone wishing to pursue a
career in the arts which is why we are glad to continue our long-standing
support of the ACT Scholarship Programme," said Elroy Bell, Supervisor:
Theatricals and General Licensing, DALRO.
Scholarship applications are open to young
people intending on studying towards a performing arts degree in 2019.
Applicants may audition in the categories of singing, dance, acting and musical
theatre and are open to learners currently in grade 12 and individuals under
the age of 30 who have successfully completed grade 12 and are not currently
registered for study towards an undergraduate degree.
Since 2009, The ACT | DALRO | Nedbank
Scholarship Programme has awarded scholarships to 27 scholars and students, a
contribution with a collective worth of R2,5 million in tertiary education
funding. Tobie Badenhorst, Head of Group Sponsorships and Cause Marketing at
Nedbank says: “We are excited to once again be part of giving talented young
artists and performers across South Africa the chance to pursue their dreams.
Nedbank’s brand essence is all about money experts who do good and this is why
we continue to fund the Arts and Culture Trust and these extremely important
performing arts scholarships.”
Registrations close on May 31 2018.
For more details on audition criteria and
how to register visit http://act.org.za/programmes/scholarships.html
For more information about ACT, visit
www.act.org.za or connect with on Twitter or Facebook.
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