The calendar below features upcoming Arts Commission deadlines, events, information sessions and workshop opportunities. Times, dates and event details may be subject to change. For more information, please email [email protected].

 

Sep
6
Fri
R&D Grant Information Sessions – Online
Sep 6 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Apply Now: 2020 Research & Development Grant

The Arizona Commission on the Arts is now accepting applications for 2020 Research & Development (R&D) Grants.

R&D Grants provide funding support to Arizona artists as they work to advance their artistic practice, expand their creative horizons, and deepen the impact of their work.

Who’s it For?

Artists working in any discipline who live and work in Arizona. Whether you’re just getting started or you have already experienced many career successes, the R&D Grant is available to help you take your artistic practice to the next level, including:

  • exploration of new techniques
  • experimentation with new materials or technologies
  • creation of new work
  • development of new strategies for engaging your community of practice

The application period for 2020 Research & Development Grants is now open.

Apply Now!

Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM, Friday, October 25, 2019.

R&D Grant Information Sessions
Leading up to the application due date, the Arizona Commission on the Arts will present public information sessions online and throughout the state.

Additional opportunities will be posted as they are scheduled.

Sep
17
Tue
R&D Grant Information Sessions – Phoenix
Sep 17 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm

Apply Now: 2020 Research & Development Grant

The Arizona Commission on the Arts is now accepting applications for 2020 Research & Development (R&D) Grants.

R&D Grants provide funding support to Arizona artists as they work to advance their artistic practice, expand their creative horizons, and deepen the impact of their work.

Who’s it For?

Artists working in any discipline who live and work in Arizona. Whether you’re just getting started or you have already experienced many career successes, the R&D Grant is available to help you take your artistic practice to the next level, including:

  • exploration of new techniques
  • experimentation with new materials or technologies
  • creation of new work
  • development of new strategies for engaging your community of practice

The application period for 2020 Research & Development Grants is now open.

Apply Now!

Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM, Friday, October 25, 2019.

R&D Grant Information Sessions
Leading up to the application due date, the Arizona Commission on the Arts will present public information sessions online and throughout the state.

Additional opportunities will be posted as they are scheduled.

Sep
18
Wed
R&D Grant Information Sessions – Yuma
Sep 18 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm

Apply Now: 2020 Research & Development Grant

The Arizona Commission on the Arts is now accepting applications for 2020 Research & Development (R&D) Grants.

R&D Grants provide funding support to Arizona artists as they work to advance their artistic practice, expand their creative horizons, and deepen the impact of their work.

Who’s it For?

Artists working in any discipline who live and work in Arizona. Whether you’re just getting started or you have already experienced many career successes, the R&D Grant is available to help you take your artistic practice to the next level, including:

  • exploration of new techniques
  • experimentation with new materials or technologies
  • creation of new work
  • development of new strategies for engaging your community of practice

The application period for 2020 Research & Development Grants is now open.

Apply Now!

Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM, Friday, October 25, 2019.

R&D Grant Information Sessions
Leading up to the application due date, the Arizona Commission on the Arts will present public information sessions online and throughout the state.

Additional opportunities will be posted as they are scheduled.

Sep
20
Fri
R&D Grant Information Sessions – Phoenix
Sep 20 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm

Apply Now: 2020 Research & Development Grant

The Arizona Commission on the Arts is now accepting applications for 2020 Research & Development (R&D) Grants.

R&D Grants provide funding support to Arizona artists as they work to advance their artistic practice, expand their creative horizons, and deepen the impact of their work.

Who’s it For?

Artists working in any discipline who live and work in Arizona. Whether you’re just getting started or you have already experienced many career successes, the R&D Grant is available to help you take your artistic practice to the next level, including:

  • exploration of new techniques
  • experimentation with new materials or technologies
  • creation of new work
  • development of new strategies for engaging your community of practice

The application period for 2020 Research & Development Grants is now open.

Apply Now!

Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM, Friday, October 25, 2019.

R&D Grant Information Sessions
Leading up to the application due date, the Arizona Commission on the Arts will present public information sessions online and throughout the state.

Additional opportunities will be posted as they are scheduled.

Sep
23
Mon
R&D Grant Information Sessions – Phoenix
Sep 23 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm

Apply Now: 2020 Research & Development Grant

The Arizona Commission on the Arts is now accepting applications for 2020 Research & Development (R&D) Grants.

R&D Grants provide funding support to Arizona artists as they work to advance their artistic practice, expand their creative horizons, and deepen the impact of their work.

Who’s it For?

Artists working in any discipline who live and work in Arizona. Whether you’re just getting started or you have already experienced many career successes, the R&D Grant is available to help you take your artistic practice to the next level, including:

  • exploration of new techniques
  • experimentation with new materials or technologies
  • creation of new work
  • development of new strategies for engaging your community of practice

The application period for 2020 Research & Development Grants is now open.

Apply Now!

Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM, Friday, October 25, 2019.

R&D Grant Information Sessions
Leading up to the application due date, the Arizona Commission on the Arts will present public information sessions online and throughout the state.

Additional opportunities will be posted as they are scheduled.

Sep
27
Fri
R&D Grant Information Sessions – Flagstaff
Sep 27 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Apply Now: 2020 Research & Development Grant

The Arizona Commission on the Arts is now accepting applications for 2020 Research & Development (R&D) Grants.

R&D Grants provide funding support to Arizona artists as they work to advance their artistic practice, expand their creative horizons, and deepen the impact of their work.

Who’s it For?

Artists working in any discipline who live and work in Arizona. Whether you’re just getting started or you have already experienced many career successes, the R&D Grant is available to help you take your artistic practice to the next level, including:

  • exploration of new techniques
  • experimentation with new materials or technologies
  • creation of new work
  • development of new strategies for engaging your community of practice

The application period for 2020 Research & Development Grants is now open.

Apply Now!

Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM, Friday, October 25, 2019.

R&D Grant Information Sessions
Leading up to the application due date, the Arizona Commission on the Arts will present public information sessions online and throughout the state.

Additional opportunities will be posted as they are scheduled.

Oct
24
Thu
Deadline: AZ Youth Arts Council Application
Oct 24 @ 11:59 pm – 11:59 pm

The Arizona Commission on the Arts is inviting teen creatives to join the AZ Youth Arts Council to ensure that Arizona’s youth perspective is heard in arts programming and policy. We are seeking creative young people between the ages of 14 and 19 who have an interest in the arts and represent Arizona’s 15 counties.

APPLY NOW

For more info visit https://azarts.gov/azyac/

Feb
15
Sat
2020 Poetry Out Loud Northern Region Competition
Feb 15 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Northern Region
Saturday, February 15, 2020
1:00 – 3:00 pm
Native American Cultural Center
Flagstaff, AZ 86001

2020 Poetry Out Loud Central Region Competition
Feb 15 @ 1:30 pm – 4:30 pm

Central Region
Saturday, February 15, 2020
1:30 – 4:30 pm
Mesa Arts Center
1 E. Main St., Mesa, AZ 85201

Feb
18
Tue
Grant Info Session: Festival Grants
Feb 18 @ 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm

To help applicants prepare a successful application, we will host an online information session. This session will be recorded and available on this page for later viewing.

REGISTER

Feb
29
Sat
2020 Poetry Out Loud Southern Region Competition
Feb 29 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Southern Region
Saturday, February 29, 2020
1:00 – 4:00 pm
UA Poetry Center
1508 E. Helen St., Tucson, AZ 85719

Mar
2
Mon
Online Info Session: Arts Education Data and Data Explorer
Mar 2 @ 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm

Join the Arizona Commission on the Arts and Arizona Department of Education for this online presentation about the most recent data on access to arts education in Arizona schools.

Admission is free, but registration is required.

REGISTER

A recording of this presentation will be available for viewing at https://azarts.gov/azartsed-explorer/ on Tuesday, March 3.