Dr. Dasha Goody Foundation Scholarship
PURPOSE AND CRITERIA
PURPOSE OF THE AWARD: To provide project-specific funding assistance to a vocal performing arts student for the purpose of advancing their Musical Theatre Training.
WHO IS ELIGIBLE TO APPLY: Any Alberta vocal performing artist interested in advancing their training to the next level.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Applications must be received no later than
June 3rd, 2015 at 5:00 p.m.
DISTRIBUTION OF FUNDING AVAILABLE UNDER THIS PROGRAM: The total amount available for the 2015 grant distribution is $12,000.00.
TWO SCHOLARSHIP AVENUES FOR APPLICANTS!
Community Scholarship Educational Scholarship
Eligibility:
• Ages 15 and up
• Resident of Alberta
• No formal training necessary
• Costs associated with advancing musical theatre skills
• Costs of classes, workshops, private lessons, etc.
• Costs of materials and equipment for training
Eligibility:
• Ages 17 and up
• Resident of Alberta
• Some form of previous musical theatre training
• Tuition costs to a post-secondary institution or specific program
• Costs to train in a place other than the city they reside
• Costs of materials and equipment for training
HOW TO APPLY:
Three steps:
1. Fill out the application form (see below).
2. Assemble application package to include:
• Completed application form
• Resume (photo, previous training and courses completed in the performing arts)
• Two reference letters by other artists and/or instructors in the performing arts
• A DVD submission showcasing your performing skills in DVD or high definition DVD format. If the format is not acceptable and the jury cannot view your submission you will be disqualified.
o Must be from within the last six months
o Maximum length is three minutes
o Must include close-ups and wide shots to help evaluate interpretive and movement skills
o Submission SHOULD NOT be a past performance in a group setting. Solo pieces preferred.
3. Application package must be received by 5:00 p.m. on June 3, 2015 at:
Dr. Dasha Goody Memorial Foundation Scholarship
#301, 14503 Miller Blvd.
Edmonton, AB T5Y 3A7
ACCOUNTABILITY: Any artist who has been awarded a grant will be required to submit a report to the Foundation detailing their studies which the grant supported.
DR. DASHA GOODY MEMORIAL FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP
APPLICATION FORM 2015
Applying for:
Community scholarship
Educational scholarship
Last Name: _________________________________ First Name:____________________________________
Age:
Gender: Female Male
Address: ____________________________________________________________________________________
City/Town:__________________________________ Postal Code:___________________________________
Phone: _____________________________________ Cell:__________________________________________
Email:
Performing Arts Skills:
First and last name of parent or guardian (if under 18):__________________________________________
Work #: ____________________________________ Cell #: ___________________________________________
Email:_________________________________________________________________________________________
How did you hear about the Dr. Dasha Goody Memorial Foundation Scholarship?
Please provide a brief description of how you would like to use the funding (may use back of application or separate sheet if needed):
Estimated cost: $_______________________
THE DR. DASHA GOODY MEMORIAL FOUNDATION
SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM FOR MUSICAL THEATRE STUDENTS
Dr. Dasha Goody was a well-known figure in the arts community in Edmonton. She passed away in 2001, after a half-century of work in the field of musical theatre. From her early days as a singer, to the founding of Orion Musical Theatre in the early 1950’s to the creation of the Edmonton Musical Theatre Society in 1977, Dr. Goody spent her career working with singers and dancers of all ages. Many of her students have gone on to successful professional careers, including the late Robert Goulet, Susan Gilmour and Dan Chameroy.
The Foundation was established in 2004 to create a legacy to Dr. Goody’s memory and its Board of Directors believed there was no better way of honoring Dr. Goody than to create a lasting scholarship in her name.
Directors:
President – Ted Greer, Vice President – Susan Rasko, Treasurer – Rob Graesser, Directors – Billie Wilkins, Colin MacLean
Honourary Patrons: Past Senator Tommy and Ida Banks, Bill Bannister,
Dr. Eric Schloss, Brandy Goody-Graesser, Linda Goody
Edmonton Musical Theatre Liaison: Steffni Ault
For more information about the scholarship, visit www.edmontonmusicaltheatre.com or email us at edmmusth@telus.net.
