The Arts Council has announced the Markievicz Award, a bursary scheme supporting artists across multiple disciplines. This €25,000 award aims to facilitate artists, working individually or collaboratively, to create new works that consider the role of women in Ireland during the 20th century and onwards. Open to all artists, the award encourages applications particularly from those operating within the Gaeltacht, with one bursary reserved for work through the Irish language.

Key Details:
– Artforms: Architecture, Arts participation, Circus, Dance, Film, Literature, Music, Opera, Spectacle, Street Performance, Theatre, Traditional arts, Visual arts, YPCE.
– Applicant Eligibility: Individual artist, collaborative projects permitted.
– Application Deadline: 6 June 2024, 17:30.

Application Process
Applications must be submitted via the Arts Council’s Online Services. Applicants should register on this platform in advance to ensure eligibility to apply. Comprehensive guidelines and necessary supporting materials are available on the Arts Council’s website. An online information clinic will be hosted on 16 May 2024 for prospective applicants.

See further details at the link below.