ISPA Global Fellowship 2027

The International Society for the Performing Arts’ (ISPA) Global Fellowship 2027 is now accepting applications. This program is designed to provide emerging and mid-career performing arts professionals with the opportunity to expand their international networks through membership and attendance at ISPA Congresses. Fellows represent all disciplines, genres, and types of arts organizations.

🎭 About ISPA Global Fellowship

The ISPA Fellowship Program was created to support professionals in the performing arts industry by offering opportunities to grow their networks and participate in ISPA Congresses. The program is open to individuals from all regions of the world, with a focus on applicants from the Global South.

🎁 Benefits of ISPA Global Fellowship

Fellows will receive the following benefits:

• One-year ISPA membership with access to all member benefits.
• Full Pass registration to the ISPA 2027 New York Congress (January 12 – 14, 2027).
• Travel subsidy, which may include per diem, flights, and accommodation to support expenses related to attending the congress.
• Introduction to a current ISPA member who will welcome the Fellow to ISPA and help facilitate their participation as part of ISPA’s Community Building Program.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

The Global Fellowship Program seeks to engage leaders working in the management of professional performing arts. Applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Be currently employed/working in the professional performing arts.
• Have a minimum of seven (7) years of professional experience in the performing arts field.
• Demonstrate a need for financial assistance.
• Be able to fully participate in the ISPA 2027 New York Congress (January 12 – 14, 2027).
• Have received no more than two ISPA Global Fellowships in the past (applicants are eligible for up to three one-year Fellowships).

📅 Application Date and Process

• Application Deadline: May 29, 2026
• To apply, visit the official ISPA Global Fellowship application page.

ℹ️ Additional Information

For more details about the ISPA Global Fellowship, visit the official ISPA website.

🌟 Key Dates to Remember

• ISPA 2027 New York Congress: January 12 – 14, 2027
• Application Deadline: May 29, 2026

Take advantage of this incredible opportunity to grow your career in the performing arts and expand your international network!

• One-year ISPA membership with access to all member benefits
• Full Pass registration to the ISPA 2027 New York Congress (January 12 – 14, 2027)
• Travel subsidy which may include per diem, flights, and accommodation to support expenses related to attending the congress
• Introduction to a current ISPA member who will welcome the Fellow to ISPA and help facilitate their participation as part of ISPA’s Community Building Program