About the Program
The purpose of the State Touring Program is to bring live performance to every corner of the state by the finest of Florida’s performing and visual artists.

The program has two components:

1. STP (Presenters) - This component supports live performances by Florida’s performing and visual artists by providing matching grants to non-profit organizations wishing to present companies listed on the State Touring Roster. Priority is given to underpopulated counties.  Applicants (presenters) may request fee support to represent artists featured in the State Touring Program Roster.  The next deadline for presenters to apply is May 1, 2008.

2. STP Roster - The State Touring Roster offers presenters a menu of peer-reviewed artists (solo and companies) from which to select bookings for their organizations.

Florida-based artists or organizations that have a touring program in place may apply for inclusion on this two-year roster. This includes dance companies, theatre companies, musicians and visual artists. Grants are not awarded directly to the individual or performing company. The next deadline for artists and companies to apply will be August 2009.