InteRussia Theatre Arts Fellowship 2026

🌟 About InteRussia Theatre Arts Fellowship

The InteRussia programme offers international actors an opportunity to:

• Explore Russian theatre practices
• Participate in tutorials and workshops on stage speech and acting
• Meet renowned cultural figures
• Attend performances at leading Moscow theatres
• Exchange professional experience with colleagues from different countries

🎁 Benefits of InteRussia Theatre Arts Fellowship

The organisers provide comprehensive support to ensure participants can focus on their artistic development.

Covered Expenses:

• Round-trip travel to Moscow
• Accommodation in shared hotel rooms
• Visa support
• A stipend of 45,000 rubles for the duration of the programme

Participant Responsibilities:

• Medical insurance
• Meals during the fellowship

✅ Eligibility Criteria

The fellowship is aimed at both emerging and early-career actors with formal training or professional experience.

Applicants Must:

• Be a citizen of a BRICS+ country (non-Russian)
• Reside outside the Russian Federation
• Not be affiliated with Russian institutions at the time of application

Educational and Professional Requirements:

Applicants must be one of the following:

• Senior student in a theatre or film school
• Graduate of an acting programme
• Young professional actor

Additional Requirements:

• Age: 21 to 35 years
• Language Proficiency: Minimum English level B2

The programme seeks individuals committed to artistic growth and international collaboration.

📝 Application Process

To participate in the competitive selection process, applicants must:

1. Register on the English-language version of the Gorchakov Fund website.
   • If you do not receive a confirmation email, check your spam folder.
2. Go to the “My Projects” section, click “Create Application,” select the competition “InteRussia Theatre 2026,” and confirm your choice.
3. Complete all required sections of the application form.
4. Attach a link to your portfolio and creative works.
5. Submit the application by clicking the “Submit” button in the "Apply" section and wait until the status changes from “Draft” to “Submitted.”

📅 Application Deadline

31 May, 2026

🔗 Opportunity Application

For more details, visit the official InteRussia Theatre Arts Fellowship page.

To apply, visit the Gorchakov Fund website.

• Round-trip travel to Moscow
• Accommodation in shared hotel rooms
• Visa support
• A stipend of 45,000 rubles for the duration of the programme