Funding is being provided to help Black, Asian and 'Global Majority' artists across the UK to overcome barriers that would otherwise prevent them from performing at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

Provided by the Pleasance Theatre Trust, the Pleasance Generate Fund has been established to help UK-based Black, Asian and 'Global Majority' artists bring their work to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

The fund is the result of consultation with a cross-section of independent artists, companies and organisations with experience of presenting work at the Fringe and is a response to specific barriers facing Black, Asian and Global Majority artists when presenting work in Festival contexts.

The funder hopes the programme will act as a catalyst for wider activity in the lead up and during the Fringe, bringing together artists and stakeholders to discuss how to make the event a 'Safe Space for Global Majority', acknowledging the intersectionality that will be present.

The scheme will provide financing, mentorship and programming opportunities. In 2023, there is £10,000 available, with productions receiving investment of up to £5,000 to support projects that would otherwise not be able to come to the Fringe.

For productions to be considered for funding, at least 50% of the lead creators (which could include the Writer, Director, Producer, Set Designer or makers/devising ensemble) must identify as Black, Asian or Global Majority Artists. Artists must be based in the UK. They must propose a Theatre or Children's production, with a minimum of two public performances staged by 31 March 2023, that is ready to be presented at Edinburgh Festival Fringe. The show does not need to be a world premiere, but it must be an Edinburgh Fringe premiere.

How To Apply

The deadline for applications is 16 January 2023 (10:00 GMT).

Applicants must be prepared to participate in a selection day on 14 February 2023.

Guidance notes and application details can be found on the Pleasance Theatre Trust website.