PlayRight is launching an Internationalisation Grant for actors and actresses. With this new initiative, PlayRight aims to support performing artists as they develop their careers beyond national borders.

Grant amount

PlayRight will cover up to 30% of eligible costs, up to a maximum of €750 per application.

The grant can be combined with other forms of support, provided that the total support received does not exceed the actual costs and all other sources of funding are listed in the application.

Payment is made after the activity has taken place, based on supporting documents and proof of payment submitted.

Who is eligible?

The grant is aimed at members of the drama and dance sector.

The applicant must:

• be a member of PlayRight with a worldwide mandate
• have listed at least three copyrighted recordings
• add a link to their IMDB profile

Eligibility criteria

An application is admissible if

• the applicant meets the conditions set out above
• the costs are not already fully covered by a third party
• the application is submitted in full and on time, i.e. within three months of the activity
• inclusion of “supported by PlayRight” and/or the logo in all communications resulting from the grant award; PlayRight reserves the right to communicate publicly about this grant

Eligible activities

Professional training and workshops such as:

• international acting and casting workshops
• international self-tape labs
• accent and pronunciation training with an international focus.
• film & television industry events

An international activity takes place outside Belgium or demonstrably involves an international field of participants or internationally recognised instructors.

Eligible costs

The following costs are eligible:

• registration fees
• travel and accommodation costs if necessary for participation;
• own transport (mileage allowance)

Foreign currencies are converted to euros based on the exchange rate on the invoice date.

Ineligible costs

The following costs are not eligible:

• headshots
• showreels
• equipment
• software licences
• agent fees
• catering
• tourist visa extensions and tourist expenses
• costs already fully covered by third parties

Rotation principle

The following applies per applicant:

• maximum €750 per calendar year
• maximum two grants within a three-year period

Submission procedure

Applications must be submitted no earlier than three months before and no later than three months after the activity.

The application must include at least:

• a description of the activity
• proof of participation
• an overview of other funding

As soon as an application is submitted to PlayRight, the requested grant is reserved. This reservation is released as soon as all supporting documents have been submitted and the grant has been effectively awarded.

Assessment procedure

The assessment is based on the assessment criteria set out in these regulations and in accordance with the principles of objectivity, independence and equal treatment.

No preference is given to applicants based of fame, reputation, personal or professional relationships, artistic preferences or other irrelevant factors.

Payment

The applicant will receive a decision no later than four weeks after submitting a complete application. Payment will be made after the activity has concluded, based on submitted invoices and proof of payment, and upon receipt of the final report. If the actual costs are lower than anticipated, the grant will be adjusted proportionally.

Cancellation and force majeure

If the activity is cancelled, the grant will lapse, unless costs are demonstrably non-recoverable. In the event of force majeure, the activity may be postponed or the grant adjusted.

Incorrect information and recovery

In the event of incorrect or misleading information, PlayRight may recover the grant in full or in part and may decide to exclude the applicant from future support

Final provisions

By submitting an application, the applicant agrees to these regulations. Decisions on applications are final and no appeal procedure is provided for.