Tait Awards 2026

Music, Musical Theatre

& Dance Grant Applications for 2026

OPEN TO YOUNG PERFORMING ARTISTS FROM AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND

TO SUPPORT THEIR ADVANCED STUDIES IN THE UNITED KINGDOM

Music & Musical Theatre applications

open Monday 19 January 2026

CLICK HERE FOR ALL APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS.

Application link will be live 9am GMT Monday 19 January

Dance / Ballet applications open Monday 16 February 2026

Application link will be live 9am GMT Monday 16 February

MUSIC – APPLICANTS MUST BE CITIZENS OF AUSTRALIA OR NEW ZEALAND, OR DOMICILED IN AUSTRALIA OR NEW ZEALAND AND UNDER THE AGE OF 35 (AS AT SEPTEMBER 30, 2026). PROOF OF THIS WILL BE REQUIRED.

The Tait Memorial Trust

The Tait Memorial Trust was formed in 1992 by Isla Baring OAM in memory of Sir Frank and Viola, Lady Tait and the Tait brothers who played such an important part in the establishment of theatre and the performing arts in Australia & New Zealand. The Trust offers awards/grants for postgraduate study, performance opportunities to young musicians and performing artists from Australia and New Zealand, and general help in the furtherance of their careers while resident in the UK.

Registered Charity in England & Wales: 1042797
info@taitmemorialtrust.org