We support performing arts individuals, community groups and organisations through grants, mentoring and advice.
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Music
Our focus in 2012
The focus of our funding in 2012 is on music. Find out how we are supporting community music groups and individual musicians, producers and performers. Plus, visit our blog for tips and advice for making it in the music industry.
Theatre
Our focus in 2013
The focus of our funding in 2013 is on theatre. Catch up with the youth theatre groups we funded in 2010, and students we have supported through their musical theatre training here.
Dance
Our focus in 2011
In 2011 we funded community dance projects and emerging individual choreographers, producers and dancers. You can read more about our winners and their projects here. Plus, get inspiration and practical advice over on the blog.
From The Blog...
Community Music - the scheme from a Trustee's perspective
In just a couple of weeks’ time we will be launching our first funding scheme of the year – Community Music – to fund grass roots music making and performing groups. Kate Danielson (BBC PAF Trustee) is part of our...
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You could be eligible to apply for funding from us. Have a look at our current grants.
We've awarded bursaries to over 1,300 people & organisations
Every night when I go out to perform in the West End I know that it's only been made possible by the BBC Performing Arts Fund”
Grant winner Chris Cook
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