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Toronto Arts Council is currently accepting applications for the Theatre Projects Program Funding 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it..
Opportunity Details
The TAC Theatre Projects Program supports professional, non-profit theatre organizations and collectives based in Toronto. Its goal is to strengthen the creation, production, and presentation of theatre works while advancing professional theatre development across the city. The program emphasizes artistic quality, equitable participation, accessibility, and community engagement.
Full Production: Up to $20,000 for rehearsal, production, and presentation of a fully developed work.
Production in a Festival: Up to $10,000; requires confirmed festival participation.
Workshop: Up to $15,000 for development, including readings/presentations (not eligible for Playwrights program overlap).
Special Initiatives: Up to $15,000 for projects advancing theatre practice (e.g., festivals, conferences, forums).
Applicants must be incorporated non-profits or unincorporated collectives operating on a not-for-profit basis.
Must be Toronto-based (no P.O. Box addresses).
Collectives: majority of members must be Toronto residents.
Artists must be professional (recognized, actively practicing, seeking payment, with public presentation history).
Only one grant per calendar year through the Theatre program.
Steps to Apply:
Prepare your project proposal detailing:
Artistic vision and objectives
Development plan, rehearsals, and performance schedule
Budget outlining multiple revenue sources
Accessibility measures and equitable participation strategies
Select appropriate grant category: Full Production, Festival Presentation, Workshop, or Special Initiative
Complete the TAC application online through TAC Grants Online
Attach required supporting materials, including CVs, past work samples, and letters of support (if applicable)
Submit before the deadline; late submissions are not accepted
Apply for Toronto Arts Council Theatre Projects Program Funding
