IASH/Traverse Creative Fellowship

Do you have the beginnings of a brilliant story to tell?

An inspiring idea to unpack?

Or a new form of theatre to explore?

Then the IASH/Traverse Creative Fellowship 2026 is for you.

Applications for 2026 are now open for playwrights and theatre makers for the IASH/Traverse Creative Fellowship.

This prestigious Fellowship invites a playwright or theatre-maker to undertake a flexible, 10-month residency with the Institute for Advanced Studies in the Humanities (IASH) at the University of Edinburgh. During this time, the selected Fellow will be supported to explore ambitious ideas and develop a new performance text in collaboration with the Traverse Theatre’s artistic team, gaining access to both the university’s vibrant academic community and the Traverse’s creative resources.

The Fellowship provides a unique space for writers to interrogate urgent social, political or cultural themes through the lens of contemporary theatre, offering dedicated time, dramaturgical support, and opportunities for collaboration and public engagement.

To support prospective applicants, a free information webinar will take place on Thursday 5th September via Zoom, offering insights into the Fellowship structure, application guidance and reflections from past recipients.

Register for Zoom webinar here.

Full details on eligibility and how to apply for the 2026 fellowship can be found here.

Deadline for applications: 5pm Monday 29th September 2025.