Evolution Fund
The Evolution Fund was created to further the Fringe’s role as a cornerstone for independent theatre artists in Canada. It is no-strings-attached funding designed to encourage independent companies to take the next step in self-production.
To be eligible for the Evolution Fund, a company must:
• have produced a play in the Toronto Fringe in the last 5 years
• be planning to remount that play within 18 months of the application deadline
• not be producing that play in partnership with a larger theatre company (e.g. - “in association” and co-productions)
Other notes:
• successful candidates may defer receipt of the payment for up to 6 months should production plans change
• should the production not be undertaken within the allotted time, all funds must be reimbursed to the Fringe
Value of Funding
The maximum amount you may apply for is $3000. Depending on the merit of the project, the Evolution Fund committee may award applicants all or part of the total sum they ask for.
Application Procedures
If you wish to apply for the Evolution Fund, you must submit a completed application form along with:
• a one page description of your project and its Fringe history. This should outline a brief "business plan" for the remount, and a brief budget breakdown indicating your planned use for the funds if your application is successful.
• support materials, as available and relevant to your proposal, including:
-CVs, bios or profiles of participating artists and key personnel.
-Press kit with reviews, photos, etc. if available.
-Video documentation of your current or past work if available (dvd formats only).
Applications will become available in June, and receipients will be announced within 60 days of the application deadline.
2009 Recipients were:
U.N.I.T. Productions - "Morro & Jasp Do Puberty" - $1,000
Kitchen Band Productions - "Reesor" - $500
Gin-Cat Productions - "Fish Face" - $1,000
