The purpose of the Theatre Resource and Development Scheme is to develop a collaborative infrastructure that promotes best practice in the development, production and dissemination of theatre artists’ work and practice across Ireland. Applicants put together a resource and/or development programme that details the infrastructure, resources and expertise that they will make available, as well as details of how they will select the participating artists and companies, and how their resource-sharing service will benefit theatre artists in a sustainable manner.

Applications will be considered from theatre organisations and entities who can demonstrate a proven track record and a comprehensive range of available resources, including partnership with at least one Arts Council-funded theatre organisation. The aim of the proposal should be the structured support of the work and/or career path of the professional theatre artist.

Please Note: In response to the current COVID-19 crisis, successful applicants to the Dance and Theatre Artist Residency scheme may be asked to revise details on how they will successfully deliver activities in the event the current COVID-19 related restrictions continue. Examples of this might include alternative timeline of activities or the initiation of online rehearsals or remote group participation activities (assisted, for example, via technology-enabling tools such as Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Slack etc.) or other innovative and collaborative methods.