Three grant campaigns are currently open under the Alicante Provincial Council, all designed to boost local music groups and the province’s thriving theatre scene. The total funding pool for this year stands at 1,020,000 euros, with a submission deadline set for Thursday, February 29.
One cornerstone of the council’s cultural endeavors is the 29th edition of the Music for Towns Campaign. This program aims to fund concert-based cultural diffusion by distributing 320,000 euros to associations and non-profit organizations. The focus is on supporting bands affiliated with the Federation of Valencian Community Musical Societies, helping them reach wider audiences and strengthen regional musical life. The goal is to keep small and mid-size communities connected through accessible, high-quality performances that reflect local tastes and traditions. This initiative continues to illustrate how local culture can be supported through structured funding, partnerships, and a shared commitment to community enrichment by the provincial government. The emphasis on enduring cultural exchange is clear, and the impact is measured in community participation, audience growth, and the development of local talent. This program is a practical example of how municipal and provincial bodies collaborate to sustain cultural infrastructure across towns. – Diputación de Alicante
Additionally, the Culture Department has announced a dedicated grants line for music and theatre diffusion, with 400,000 euros earmarked to support provincial municipalities in presenting performances by groups, companies, and individual artists. The scope of this funding is broad, encompassing children’s theatre, dance, cinema, magic, and circus acts, among other disciplines. Two application windows are offered to applicants: the first closes on February 29, and the second runs from March 1 to April 30, 2024. The structure of these windows provides bands, troupes, and cultural operators with concrete planning opportunities, allowing them to align their projects with seasonal programming and school-year calendars. By enabling a steady rhythm of performances, the campaign helps preserve a diverse cultural calendar throughout the province. – Diputación de Alicante
In parallel, the Diputación extends the music campaign for orchestras and symphonic ensembles, with a deadline of Thursday, February 29. This line also covers dolçaina i tabal groups, plucked string ensembles, and choirs, acknowledging the wide array of regional ensembles that enrich the cultural landscape. The initial funding estimate for this call is 300,000 euros, underscoring the council’s commitment to a broad spectrum of musical expression. The grants are designed to assist ensembles in presenting high-quality concerts that attract local audiences while offering artists a platform to showcase their repertoire and craft. – Diputación de Alicante