The Playing Queensland Fund (PQF) supports the delivery of performing and visual arts projects by Queensland artists and organisations that are ready to tour and have demonstrated community interest and confirmed demand.
PQF includes support for touring arts and education activities, and artists in residence projects targeted at schools and kindergartens in regional Queensland.
A component of the fund delivers outcomes under the Queensland Government’s Backing Indigenous Arts Initiative (BIA).
Objectives
Ensure all Queenslanders have access to the arts by supporting high quality performing and visual arts tours taking place in communities across Queensland
Increase the number and reach of touring activities
Support tours with a strong demonstration of demand
Create employment and training opportunities for Queensland artists and arts workers
Frequency
PQF is a rolling fund with applications accepted at any time.
Applicants must apply at least 12 weeks before their tour commences.
Eligibility criteria
PQF applicants must:
be based in Queensland
demonstrate that the touring product is from Queensland
include at least two regional Queensland communities in their touring proposal (or at least one regional location if applying for artists in residence only).
How to apply
Read the Playing Queensland Fund documents: guidelines, application form, frequently asked questions (FAQs) and important information for applicants.