The Trustees of the Australian Children’s Theatre Foundation, in partnership with Regional Arts Victoria, are delighted to launch the 2026 Joan and Betty Rayner Development Initiative.
This biennial opportunity supporting the creation and development of new Australian theatre works for primary-aged children (Foundation–Year 6) in Victorian government schools.
Reimagined from the previous Fellowship and Commission, this initiative continues the proud legacy of Joan and Betty Rayner by providing up to $60,000 over two years for artists or theatre companies to develop their practice and create an inspiring new work for young audiences.
The Development Initiative champions creativity, professional growth, and meaningful engagement with children through the performing arts, ensuring the next generation of audiences’ experience theatre that is vibrant, thoughtful, and uniquely Australian.
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Australian Children’s Theatre Foundation
The Australian Children’s Theatre Foundation (ACTF) supports the delivery of arts-based programs into primary schools across Victoria as well contributing towards the commissioning of new theatre works for young people aged between 6 and 11.
Location
- Albury City
- Federation Shire
- Greater Hume Shire
- Indigo Shire
- Other Region
- Towong Shire
- Wodonga City
Applications closing
01 December 2025
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