
Performing arts
Translation and surtitling
What
Translation of the performance text and, if required, additional creation of surtitles or adaptations
For Whom
Companies and artists from Switzerland
Selection Criteria
- The related guest performance must be supported by Pro Helvetia.
- The application may be submitted at the same time as the guest performance application.
- For guest performances in Switzerland, the application has to be submitted by the venue.
In addition to these specific criteria, the apply.
Financial Contribution
- Translation costs
- In addition, up to CHF 2,000 for the creation of the surtitles or adaptations.
Content Of Application
- Project description
- Details of the individuals involved
- Date and location of the guest performance(s)
- Detailed budget and financial plan (incl. applications to other funding bodies)
- Cost estimate for the translation stating the number of characters
Application Deadlines and Decision Timelines
Funding requests up to CHF 25,000 | Funding requests between CHF 25,001 and 50,000 | Funding requests over CHF 50’000 | |
Submission deadline | Open year-round | Open year-round | 1 September 1 December 1 March 1 June |
Earliest start date for the project | Eight weeks after submitting the application | Four months after submitting the application | Four months after submitting the application |
Notification of decision | Within eight weeks | Within four months | Within four months |
Image by Matthieu Croizier