Individual Artist Program Now Accepting Applications
Hoosier artists in selected disciplines have until February 7, 2013 to submit applications for our Individual Artist Program (IAP) grant.
Eligible projects will only be considered in the areas of: dance, theatre, literature, music, and folk arts related to the traditional disciplines listed here. Artists with disabilities are encouraged to apply for projects related to the eligible disciplines.
The IAC will also be conducting a series of workshops for artists to assist them in learning more about the grant program and application process. A listing of the workshops, locations, and times is posted on the IAC website and can be found at: http://www.in.gov/arts/2659.htm.
Application guidelines and the online grant application system are currently accessible on the IAC website and can be found at: http://www.in.gov/arts/individualartistprogram.htm.
Deadline Extended for Governor's Arts Awards Nominations
The Indiana Arts Commission has extended the deadline for official nominations for the 2013 Governor's Arts Awards! Nominations will be accepted until 4:30 p.m. EST January 25, 2013. Nominators are encouraged to carefully read the award guidelines before submitting their nomination.
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Indiana High Schools: You're Invited to Participate in the 2013 Poetry Out Loud Competition
The Indiana Arts Commission encourages Indiana high schools to participate in the eighth annual Poetry Out Loud poetry recitation contest sponsored by the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) and the Poetry Foundation. Registration is currently open for the 2013 competition. Schools must register in advance to take part in the Poetry Out Loud competition. Initial competitions are held at the high school level to determine one student to represent the school in state competition. There are no registration costs for high schools interested in participating in the Indiana Poetry Out Loud competition, and all resource materials will be provided. Preliminary school competitions should be completed by February 1, 2013. State competition will be held in late February to determine the Indiana state champion. The state champion receives a $200 cash prize and an all-expenses paid trip to Washington, D.C. to compete in the Poetry Out Loud National Finals. The state champion’s school receives a $500 stipend to purchase poetry books. The winner of the state championship will represent Indiana at the 2012/2013 Poetry Out Loud National Finals in Washington, D.C. in late April. Jordan Mather-Licht, Broad Ripple High School, Indianapolis, was the 2011/2012 Indiana State Champion. For more information on how to register for Poetry Out Loud, contact Susan Britsch at 317-232-1281 or email sbritsch@iac.IN.gov. You may also download the registration form here.
