Generate is a joint programme between the British Council and Arts Council England.

GENERATE is a British Council and Arts Council of England partnership enabling a new network of international collaboration between UK and US producers.

The programme provides opportunities for US and UK theatre, dance, live and performance art producers, presenters, and curators to develop a transatlantic network for collaborative work and long-term relationships. 

Why apply?

Up to six US and six UK  attendees will have access to a series of unique networking and collaborative opportunities. The twelve successful applicants will:

  • Meet with your network twice over a twelve-month period: during the Fierce! Festival in Birmingham, England, and at the Fusebox Festival in Austin, Texas. 
  • Be eligible to apply for an additional travel grant to attend a festival of your choice in the UK or US.
  • Have access to the festivals’ curatorial teams for networking/mentorship.
  • Increase your international engagement by building relationships with other producers, presenters, and curators in the UK and US.
  • Receive economy flights, accommodations, festival fees, and a small stipend to offset additional costs. 

We value equality, diversity, inclusion and access for all people. Priority will be given to individuals who would not otherwise have access to resources to support their international development.

What are the requirements?

We are looking for individuals who:

  • Are open to collaborative and mutually beneficial international work.
  • Want to build meaningful peer relationships across the performing arts sector.
  • Respond to challenges with a positive attitude and entrepreneurial spirit.

Upon successful completion of the program you may be eligible to reapply for a second year of experience.

Am I eligible to apply?

To apply you must:

  • Have current professional experience and/or networks in the US and/or UK performing arts sector.
  • Complete an online application form.
  • Provide a letter of recommendation written by a professional contact working in the arts who can speak to the quality of your practice and work experience.
  • Have between three- and eight-years professional work experience.
  • Contribute to ongoing evaluation including blogs and articles about the programme.
  • Have a valid passport and be available to meet twice over a twelve-month period: once in the UK and once in the US.

Before you apply familiairse yourself with the application questions below:

Application questions:

1. What do you want to gain from GENERATE? (400 words max).

2. Please describe any international creative experience you have (personal or professional). Please describe how Generate will enhance your experience and knowledge. (400 words max).

3. Describe a successful project in which you have been involved. In addition to sharing your creative aesthetic and logistical implementation, please highlight any fundraising or budget management skills developed. (500 words max).

4. Please list all relevant experience including location/organisation for whom you worked, duration of activity, and a brief summary of responsibilities.

5. Please list any degrees or educational certificates that you hold and the name of the institution/organisation that awarded it.

 

 

 

How do I apply?

You can apply online now.

Before you begin the application, make sure you have a letter of recommendation available to upload and an updated copy of your CV/resume on hand to assist with completing the required fields.

Key dates:

  • July 8, 2019 Application portal opens.
  • August 7, 2019 Application portal closes.
  • August 14, 2019 Participants notified.
  • October 15-20, 2019 Network Meeting in the UK alongside Fierce!
  • December 1, 2019 Deadline for travel grant application.
  • April 15-19, 2020 Network Meeting in the US alongside Fusebox.

Any questions?

If you have any questions about the programme please contact: wynsor.taylor@britishcouncil.org

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