Deadline for Application Submission is January 31, 2026 at 11:59pm ET.
Late application submissions cannot be accepted.
INFORMATION ON 2026 SCHOLARSHIPS
WHO: The Performance scholarships are open to college Freshman, Sophomore, and Junior students currently enrolled in an accredited bachelor’s degree program. Students must attend a college within 50 miles of the greater Cincinnati area and/or have a connection to one of our ACT Cincinnati member groups.
WHAT: This year, six (6) scholarships are awarded in amounts ranging from $1,000 – $3000.
WHEN: Submissions are due no later than January 31, 2026 at 11:59pm ET.
WHERE: Auditions will be held in person on Saturday, February 7, 2026 (with an alternate snow date of Saturday, February 14, 2026) between 10:00am to 3:00 pm ET at the Stained Glass Theatre, 802 York Street Newport, KY 41071.
PREPARE: Students are to present two (2) contrasting pieces of either Voice, Dance, Instrumental, Acting, or a combination of any two.
All portions of the application must be completed and uploaded at the same time.
Required items to be submitted digitally:
- Theatre Resume (Word or pdf)
- Biography (Word document, one paragraph, third person)
- Current Headshot photo with your full name visible (.jpg or .png file)
- Valid email address and phone number
For a list of scholarships, details about criteria, and other information including the online application link, go to our website (www.actcincinnati.org/scholarships.)
Questions should be directed to scholarships@actcincinnati.org.
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