The Cathedral Quarter Arts Festival has announced its 2025 Creative Bursaries, aimed at supporting and showcasing the creative talent in Northern Ireland. With opportunities in music, theatre, street arts, and circus arts, the bursaries provide a platform for artists to develop their work. Applications are open until 5pm on Friday, 3rd January 2025.

Bursary Categories

  • Music: 16 individual awards of £1,000
  • Theatre: 1 award of £3,000
  • Street Arts: 1 award of £2,000
  • Circus Arts: 1 award of £2,000

Full details on how to apply are available on the CQAF website.

Supported by Belfast City Council, alongside Perspective Economics, Seedhead Arts, and Festival of Fools, this initiative underlines the festival’s commitment to fostering Belfast’s creative community. Artists based in Belfast, particularly those in music, are encouraged to apply and share the opportunity with others.

Applications close on 3rd January 2025.

Apply here