Applications for The Classic Center Cultural Foundation performing arts scholarships due March 6

Athens, GA – The deadline to apply for The Classic Center Cultural Foundation’s performing arts scholarships is Friday, March 6.

The Foundation awards three separate scholarships to local high school students in the performing arts.

One scholarship will be awarded in each of the following areas: vocal performance, musical instrument and performance art in drama/dance. The Foundation will award each scholarship recipient $1,000, as well as $500 to the school arts department of each recipient.

Any high school junior or senior from Clarke County or the surrounding counties is eligible (Barrow, Oconee, Oglethorpe, Madison or Jackson). Previous Classic Center Cultural Foundation scholarship recipients are not eligible.

An audition is required and will be held Monday, April 13 at The Classic Center Theatre. Performing applicants should come prepared to audition on stage, with an audition that lasts no longer than four minutes. A piano and sound system will be provided.

The performing arts scholarships will be presented at the Foundation’s Celebration of the Arts Gala in June.

Part of The Classic Center Cultural Foundation’s mission is to support the youth in the Athens community by helping to further their education in the arts.

Applications and guidelines are available to download here.

For more information, please contact Stephanie VanDyck, Foundation Special Events Coordinator, at Stephanie@ClassicCenter.com or 706-357-4417.