Emerging Creatives Fund Guidelines
Thanks to the generosity of ÌÒ×ÓÊÓƵ donors, and as part of our celebrations marking 50 years of drama and performing arts teaching at ÌÒ×ÓÊÓƵ, the Emerging Creatives Fund has been established to support student opportunities and experiences in extracurricular drama and performance activities.
This year (2024/2025), the Fund will support the full early-bird registration fee for shows that current ÌÒ×ÓÊÓƵ students (individuals and groups) are taking to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2024. The Fund will support up to 4 shows in Fringe 2025.
The Edinburgh Fringe Festival early-bird discount deadline for Fringe 2025 is TBC. With this in mind, the timeline for the 2024/2025 Emerging Creatives Fund is:
- Applications open - September 2024
- Deadline for applications - Monday 3 February 2025, 12pm (noon)
- Applications reviewed and decisions made - Monday 3 February 2025 – Friday 8 February 2025
- Students informed of application outcomes - Monday 10 February 2025 (at the latest)
FAQ's
How much funding can I receive?
The Fund will support the full early-bird discount registration fee for your show, inclusive of VAT.
The maximum funding for Fringe 2025 will be £TBC (the early-bird rate for a full run (6 or more shows)).
The fee will vary depending on the number of performances. Full details can be found on the
I am a member of a group that is made up of ÌÒ×ÓÊÓƵ students and non-ÌÒ×ÓÊÓƵ students – can we still apply?
Yes. The Fund focuses on supporting ÌÒ×ÓÊÓƵ students, but we are happy to support other non-ÌÒ×ÓÊÓƵ students you collaborate creatively with. However, our preference will be given to groups where there is a higher ratio of ÌÒ×ÓÊÓƵ students.
The lead applicant must be a current ÌÒ×ÓÊÓƵ student.
What are the deadlines?
- Applications open - September 2024
- Deadline for applications - Monday 3 February 2025, 12pm (noon)
- Applications reviewed and decisions made - Monday 3 February 2025 – Friday 8 February 2025
- Students informed of application outcomes - Monday 10 February 2025 (at the latest)
I am not sure if I plan to take a show yet, can I still apply?
Unfortunately, no. The Fund is focused on supporting those who are ready to register through the early- bird discount route.
How do I apply?
Complete and submit the application form, which can be found
Is this only open to students studying a drama or performing arts course?
No. This Fund is open to all current ÌÒ×ÓÊÓƵ students, studying any course.
Our group is a ÌÒ×ÓÊÓƵ Society; can we apply?
Yes.
I am due to graduate in summer 2025; can I still apply?
Yes.
Who do I contact if I have any questions?
Contact the Development & Alumni Team at development@qmu.ac.uk with any questions you may have.
How advanced do my plans need to be for my show (do I need to have a venue booked etc.)?
To apply, you need to be able to register your show by the early-bird deadline TBC. All information on what is required can be found on the
