Irish Government to Provide Funds to Support Seeing and Booking Tour-Ready Irish Performers
Attention all presenters: The Irish government is offering funding for you to attend tour-ready artist showcases in Ireland and book their shows!
The new initiative, Canada – Ireland 180, will showcase the “180-degree turn” that Ireland has made since 1847: going from abject poverty and forced mass emigration to becoming one of the most prosperous, dynamic countries in the world.
Canada – Ireland 180 aims to highlight the diversity of contemporary Irish arts and culture beyond what most Canadian audiences are typically familiar with.
The program will fund Canadian festivals, events, and venues in programming Irish arts of all disciplines (film, literature, dance, theatre, music, etc.) in 2027 as part of existing programs and seasons.
The majority of available Irish funds will underwrite the cost of touring for Irish artists and productions of every discipline and size to tour in Canada.
A portion of the funds will also support inbound travel by Canadian presenters to attend showcase events in 2026 including the events listed here.
Funds for travel and showcase attendance will be dispersed on a first-come first-served basis, with a final application deadline of March 1st. Full details about the application process will be announced shortly.
If you would like more information, please contact [email protected] or reach out to your regional presenting network.