Performing Arts Bursaries 2025

Are you ready to take the stage and share your talents with the world? Performing arts are a vital part of our society, allowing artists to express themselves, tell stories, and spark meaningful conversations.

From music and drama to dance and theatre, performing arts can educate, inspire, and challenge our perspectives.

They provide a platform for self-expression, social commentary, and cultural exchange.

Career Opportunities in Performing Arts

Pursue your passion and consider a career as a:

  • Acrobat
  • Stage Performer
  • Dancer
  • Musician
  • Vocalist
  • Public Speaker
  • Magician
  • Mime
  • Teacher

Fields of Study

Embark on a Bachelor of Arts degree in your chosen field, and consider additional qualifications like Teaching, Masters, or Doctoral degrees to enhance your career prospects.

Apply for these performing art bursaries to fund your education:

  • Absa Fellowship/ Scholarship Programme
  • Access Trust Bursary
  • Allan Gray Orbis Fellowship Bursary
  • Bridgestone Bursary
  • Canon Collins Thekgo Bursary
  • Canon Collins Tom Queba Scholarship
  • Dudley D’Ewes Scholarship
  • FAME Academy SA Bursaries
  • Fine Music Radio (FMR) Bursary
  • Mmabana Arts, Culture and Sports Foundation Bursary
  • NESP Scholarship
  • NYDA Solomon Mahlangu Scholarship Fund