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Call for Applications: AVIAMA 2026 “Puppets and Mobility” ...

About this grant

AVIAMA’s grants are a rare chance for UK-based puppetry artists and makers to connect internationally — to collaborate, train, or showcase work in cities where puppetry is celebrated as a living cultural art. Whether you’re developing a new piece, researching heritage techniques, or seeking to train abroad, this grant helps make it possible. [...] A CV highlighting links to puppetry A cover letter in French and English explaining your motivations and expected outcomes A letter of support from an AVIAMA member city (additional letters optional) Incomplete applications will not be considered. 📧 Submit by email to: contact@aviama.org More info and apply ### 💶 Grant Amount Up to €2,000 per project AVIAMA funding can cover no more than 50% of the total project budget Up to 50% may be paid in advance upon agreement [...] The “Puppets and Mobility” programme aims to remove barriers to international collaboration by covering mobility costs — especially travel and accommodation — that often stand in the way of creative projects. Funding is available for: New creations by artists or companies Research projects advancing the art and heritage of puppetry Training or professional development in the puppetry arts

Eligibility

  • Artists, makers, and researchers in puppetry worldwide
  • Travel and accommodation for creative or research projects in puppetry
  • Worldwide
  • puppetry
  • Any, with special attention to students and emerging professionals

How to apply

Applications must include a project description, timeline, budget, CV, cover letter, and a letter of support from an AVIAMA member city.

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Last verified: 29 March 2026