F4SM Opens 2026 Professional Development Grants for Stage Manager
The Foundation for Stage Managers (F4SM) has officially opened its 2026 grant application window, offering critical funding for professional development, research, and technical training through March 31.
The Foundation for Stage Managers (F4SM) is dedicated to:
- The next generation of Stage Managers
- The seasoned professional Stage Manager
- Those theaters who support the growth of Stage Managers
- Those organizations supporting the development of Stage Managers
An F4SM grant supports:
- Research / Study at home and/or abroad
- Workshops
- Attendance at symposiums, conferences, and more… much more
What recipients are saying:
“Receiving this grant meant a great deal to me, it felt like a reassurance that I have chosen the right career path for myself and that the work I am doing to grow is seen and supported by others.”
A response from a 2025 grant recipient who attended the 2025 Stage Management Symposium in New York
Take the next step:
- Where will YOU take your career today?
- The application window is open through March 31, 2026
Apply at:www.stagemanagersfoundation.com/guidelines
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