Emerging Creatives Fund Guidelines
Thanks to the generosity of QMU donors, and as part of our celebrations marking 50 years of drama and performing arts teaching at QMU, the Emerging Creatives Fund has been established to support student opportunities and experiences in extracurricular drama and performance activities.
This year (2024/2025), the Fund will support the full early-bird registration fee for shows that current QMU students (individuals and groups) are taking to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2024. The Fund will support up to 4 shows in Fringe 2025.
The Edinburgh Fringe Festival early-bird discount deadline for Fringe 2025 is TBC. With this in mind, the timeline for the 2024/2025 Emerging Creatives Fund is:
- Applications open - September 2024
- Deadline for applications - Monday 3 February 2025, 12pm (noon)
- Applications reviewed and decisions made - Monday 3 February 2025 – Friday 8 February 2025
- Students informed of application outcomes - Monday 10 February 2025 (at the latest)
FAQ's
How much funding can I receive?
The Fund will support the full early-bird discount registration fee for your show, inclusive of VAT.
The maximum funding for Fringe 2025 will be £TBC (the early-bird rate for a full run (6 or more shows)).
The fee will vary depending on the number of performances. Full details can be found on the
I am a member of a group that is made up of QMU students and non-QMU students – can we still apply?
Yes. The Fund focuses on supporting QMU students, but we are happy to support other non-QMU students you collaborate creatively with. However, our preference will be given to groups where there is a higher ratio of QMU students.
The lead applicant must be a current QMU student.
What are the deadlines?
- Applications open - September 2024
- Deadline for applications - Monday 3 February 2025, 12pm (noon)
- Applications reviewed and decisions made - Monday 3 February 2025 – Friday 8 February 2025
- Students informed of application outcomes - Monday 10 February 2025 (at the latest)
I am not sure if I plan to take a show yet, can I still apply?
Unfortunately, no. The Fund is focused on supporting those who are ready to register through the early- bird discount route.
How do I apply?
Complete and submit the application form, which can be found
Is this only open to students studying a drama or performing arts course?
No. This Fund is open to all current QMU students, studying any course.
Our group is a QMU Society; can we apply?
Yes.
I am due to graduate in summer 2025; can I still apply?
Yes.
Who do I contact if I have any questions?
Contact the Development & Alumni Team at development@qmu.ac.uk with any questions you may have.
How advanced do my plans need to be for my show (do I need to have a venue booked etc.)?
To apply, you need to be able to register your show by the early-bird deadline TBC. All information on what is required can be found on the
