Performing arts

Dioraphte supports projects and activities within the professional performing arts. Our focus includes theatre, dance, music (primarily classical and jazz), musical theatre, spoken word, circus, and interdisciplinary crossovers. The central priority is the development of professional performing arts talent, which must be clearly reflected in the project’s objective. In addition, Dioraphte provides limited support to selected film and literature festivals.

Talent development 
Dioraphte supports projects that encourage the entry and/or advancement of professional performing arts talent, meaning both access to the field and career progression within it. Examples include performing arts festivals, talent development and maker programmes, and competitions that engage at least a professional audience. Concerts and performances are only eligible if talent development is a clear and central objective. Dioraphte does not support applications in which the creation of productions is the primary activity. In assessing applications, Dioraphte also considers the extent to which organisations adhere to the Fair Practice Code, particularly in relation to fair remuneration.

Renewal and enrichment
By supporting projects focused on talent development, Dioraphte aims to foster renewal and enrichment within the professional performing arts sector, thereby strengthening the field.

Exclusions

Funding is not available for:

• amateur arts or cultural education projects;
• projects that use culture primarily to achieve social goals;
• international competitions or activities primarily aimed at performers from outside the Netherlands;
• concert series as a core activity;
• organisations without ANBI status;
• projects starting within six months of submitting a preliminary application;
• organisations receiving funding from the Dutch Basic Infrastructure (BIS), unless:
  • the project clearly focuses on the entry and/or advancement of professional performing arts talent, and
  • it can be demonstrated that the project cannot be covered by structural funding.

Application procedure
Pre-applications can be submitted via the application button. Full applications are by invitation only and can be submitted only after a preliminary application has been reviewed. Pre-applications must be submitted at least six months before the project’s start date. The project’s objective must clearly demonstrate its connection to Dioraphte’s focus: the development of artistic talent. In some cases, Dioraphte may proactively invite potential applicants.