Applications are now open for our industry-leading Creative Engine program, Launchpad 2.0.

Building on years of artist support, Launchpad 2.0 is a year-round artist development program for up to eight performance-based artists, bringing together funding, mentorship and professional support to help turn creative ideas into reality.

From theatre, scriptwriting to dance, music, digital and community-based practices, artists across all live performance mediums from Geelong or with a connection to the region are encouraged to apply.

This refreshed program replaces all previous smaller grant rounds.

As a part of Launchpad 2.0, successful artists will share in an impressive pool of $214,000 cash and in-kind benefits that include from $8,000 in cash support across 12 months and more than $18,000 of in-kind rehearsal studio time, theatre access and mentorship support for each artist.

These essential benefits provide artists with the time and resources to develop and refine original ideas – from early exploration right through to presentation.

Throughout the year, successful recipients will develop a new work across three stages of creative development, alongside mentorship and a tailored series of workshops, culminating in a work-in-progress presentation to Geelong audiences and beyond.

First Nations artists and artists from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply, and additional supports are available.

Launchpad 2.0 applications are now open and close 9am, Monday 12 October.