Across the world, many performers and theatre-makers face war, displacement, poverty, rising costs, ill health and other criseAcross the world, many performers and theatre-makers face war, displacement, poverty, rising costs, is that threaten their livelihoods and creative work. Some need urgent help with food, rent, medicine or shelter; others need support to keep theatre groups and community projects alive. SafetyCurtain supports artists and creative groups who often have nowhere else to turn.

SafetyCurtain provides small hardship grants to performers, theatre-makers and creative groups outside the UK. Funding can help with essential living costs, medical needs, transport, rehearsal costs, materials, workshops or creative projects. We support urgent need and build longer-term relationships with trusted theatre groups, with recipients reporting back on the impact and sharing how support helps sustain their work and communities.