ACT/DALRO/Nedbank Scholarships Programme 2018 for young South Africans

Application Deadline: 31st May 2018.

The Arts and Culture Trust (ACT), the Dramatic, Artistic and Literary Rights Organisation (DALRO) and Nedbank are proud to announce 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 26 June – 10 July, 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 a 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.

Requirements:

• 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.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the ACT/DALRO/Nedbank Scholarships Programme 2018