The October 1, 2020 deadline to submit an application to USArtists International is fast approaching. If you have an engagement at an international festival between January 5, 2021 and June 30, 2022, whether it's virtual or in person, you may be eligible to receive funding. Applications are due by 11:59pm Eastern Time on October 1, 2020.

USArtists International (USAI) is a grant program of Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation in cooperation with the National Endowment for the Arts that supports performances by U.S. dance, music, and theater ensembles and solo artists invited to perform at important cultural festivals and performing arts marketplaces anywhere in the world outside the United States and its territories.

Virtual Performances are Eligible!
While USArtists International will continue to accept applications for travel engagements, a new virtual track has opened to accommodate artists whose eligible international festivals are offering an option to present their work digitally. Eligible virtual performances can be live-streamed, pre-recorded, or a combination of both. Please review the guidelines for more information on how to apply for virtual-engagement support.