Excellence Scholarships
In addition to our need-based grants, Stagebugz offers a small number of application-based Excellence Scholarships to celebrate performers demonstrating excellence, leadership, and commitment to the arts. One student per session will receive each of the awards outlined below. These scholarships are intended to empower and encourage young performers in their pursuit of an arts education, and selections are based on the applicant's responses rather than demonstrated financial need, as we understand that there are additional extenuating circumstances which might prevent a child from affording a class or camp.
All Excellence Scholarships cover the remaining program tuition after the non-refundable deposit (varies per class). Applications for Spring 2025 will open on November 8, 2024, and remain open through December 20, 2024. Applicants will be notified of a decision by January 1, 2025, and will have until January 4 to register and claim the scholarship.
Interested applicants who meet the eligibility requirements for multiple scholarships should select one to apply for. Students may not receive more than one Excellence Scholarship per year (for example, if a student receives a scholarship in the Spring of 2025, they are eligible to reapply for the Spring 2026 season). Excellence Scholarships may not be combined with Theatre Accessibility Grants within a single season.
***Spots will NOT be reserved in spring programs for excellence scholarship recipients. Applicants are strongly encouraged to register for their intended program using the "non-refundable deposit" option in order to secure their spot, and should they be awarded a scholarship, the remaining tuition will be waived.
Looking to support Stagebugz Theatre's Financial Aid programs? Learn how HERE or email us at stagebugztheatre@gmail.com to find out more about sponsoring a scholarship.
Barb Holman Empowerment Scholarship
This scholarship aims to encourage more youth to get involved
with theatre, and celebrates theatre's role in cultivating empathy,
compassion, and understanding. The scholarship will be awarded to
students who demonstrate the leadership and kindness of its namesake.
Eligibility Requirements:
~Between the ages of 8-17
~ Applying for either Mainstage or Blackbox Company
~ Parent permission to apply
~Willing to serve as a role model and mentor to peers
~ Students from traditionally underrepresented communities, male-identifying actors (who are too frequently discouraged from pursuing the arts), and first-time performers are especially encouraged to apply!
*This scholarship is offered in memory of Barbara Holman, who always made every child feel safe, supported, and special.
Professional Development Scholarship
This scholarship is designed to support older performers who are working towards a career in the arts. In addition to scholarship funds towards a program, Stagebugz instructors will provide up to two 30-minute virtual career mentoring sessions to the recipient and their family, which can be used for anything from audition coaching to guidance on finding a talent agent to creating a resume and demo reel.
Eligibility Requirements:
~ Between the ages 9-17
~ Parent permission to apply
~ At least 1 year of experience in acting or musical theatre
~ Actively interested in pursuing a current or future career in the performing arts
*This scholarship is generously funded by our donors.
Stagebugz Family Scholarship
This scholarship celebrates families who have demonstrated outstanding support and loyalty to Stagebugz. Stagebugz owners fund this scholarship themselves as a "thank-you" to our students and parents/guardians who have consistently gone above and beyond in their enthusiasm, participation, and dedication to our programs.
Eligibility Requirements:
~ Participated in at least 2 prior Stagebugz classes or camps
~ Has demonstrated a commitment to Stagebugz
~Has positively contributed to the Stagebugz community and the family environment
