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For over 25 years UNIMA-USA has offered scholarships to underwrite
professional puppetry training abroad for North American UNIMA
members. Study in different countries and different cultures
actively encourages "building bridges of international understanding"
with puppeteers from around the globe, a major aim of UNIMA
Centers around the world. |
THE
UNIMA EXCHANGE CULTURAL COMMISSION NOW OFFERS SCHOLARSHIPS
TO ATTEND INTERNATIONAL FESTIVALS
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BACKGROUND
Until recently, UNIMA-USA's focus has been to send students
to the summer programs at the Institut Internationale de la
Marionnette in Charleville- Mezieres, France. The courses are
well organized and structured and have been given every year
since 1981. Since most courses are taught in French, the applicants
should have a working knowledge of the French language.
Over the past several years, UNIMA has also given scholarships
for study in an ever-widening number of places, including the
Central School of Speech and Drama
in London, England, and at the International
Summer Academy in Stuttgart, Germany. The working knowledge
of another language might be necessary to fully participate
in some programs.
Candidates may now use their scholarship at any time of the
year, depending on when the courses are being offered abroad.
Puppetry training may be undertaken with either a recognized
puppetry professional or a professional program outside of North
America.
Please note: the only people
eligible for UNIMA scholarships are North American citizens
of the U.S.A. If the candidate is accepted, the scholarship
aid is sent directly to the school or program at the beginning
of the course.
Currently UNIMA-USA's scholarship aid ranges between $400 and
$700. Candidates should be aware they are responsible for the
remaining costs (airfare, lodging, meals, etc.) |
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Currently
UNIMA-USA offers two scholarships a year. The requirements are
as follows:
ELIGIBILITY
All candidates for scholarships must be :
• North American citizens
• Members of UNIMA-USA
• Over the age of 18
• Second level puppeteers (ie. some experience and/or university
degree)
• Applying for aid to study with a recognized puppetry
professional or professional program outside of North America
IMPORTANT: Requests for
scholarships will not be processed unless you meet all
of the eligibility requirements.
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APPLICATION
PROCESS
A dossier must be submitted by December 31st to be considered
for the following year.
It should contain:
• Indication of professional experience
• Three letters of recommendation from professionals
in your field
• Photos of work completed
• Indication of motivation for studying
• Information about the program or
professional with whom you intend to study |
ADDITIONAL
INFO
For additional scholarship information you can
fill out the application (please do not submit this application
unless you meet all of the requirements listed above) or contact:
Carol Epstein Levy
email: Directorbaby@Yahoo.com
As the Scholarship Fund grows, UNIMA-USA will be able to offer
increased aid to more recipients. Donations of any amount are
most gratefully accepted. |
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SCHOOLS
Here is an extensive international list of Schools
for Puppetry Training. |
