The Carole Forhan Theatre Arts Scholarship is available on an annual basis, in the amount of $500, awarded to an individual who demonstrates passion, dedication, a solid work ethic and commitment to theatre, and who is moving ahead to further their education and/or knowledge in the area of Theatre Arts.
Applications are closed for the 2025 year and will reopen January 15th -April 15th of 2026.
Application and Selection Process
Students of any age may apply. However, preference will be given to those in the age range 14 to 21. This age range is meant to assist both those in the post-secondary stage of their lives, as well as those attending other training or workshops in Theatre Arts.
Applicants must:
A complete application will consist of:
Applications to be submitted by mail to:
Red Deer Players Society
PO Box 28008, Highland Green PO
Red Deer, Alberta
T4N 7C2
OR
by e-mail to:
[email protected]
Applications will be open effective January 15th of each year.
The process will have an application deadline of April 15th each year.
Applications are closed for the 2025 year.
Announcement of successful recipient will be made in May and awarded by the end of June each year.
The recipient will be provided with a card and stamped addressed envelope, addressed to the Forhan family, and the winner is encouraged to let the family know how the funds will help in advancing their career in the Theatre Arts.
Applicants must:
- Be a resident of the greater Central Alberta area. This is defined as the city of Red Deer and the counties of Red Deer, Lacombe, Ponoka, Stettler, M.D. of Kneehill, Mountain View and Clearwater. (See map at bottom of page for clarification)
- Apply the award towards costs associated with a recognized workshop or program of a Theatre Arts nature. (Examples include Theatre Alberta Artstrek, Red Deer College Theatre Performance and Creation program, or a program of an equivalent nature). The program is not required to be located in the Central Alberta area.
- Meet all the admission criteria and be accepted (if applicable) into the program for which funding is being requested. Where applicable, proof of acceptance must be provided at the time of application.
- Demonstrate commitment, dedication, work ethic and passion towards theatrical arts, as verified through two reference letters. References that speak to these are felt to be of equal if not greater importance than other criteria.
- Among equally qualified applicants, preference can be given to those who demonstrate financial need.
- Preference will be given to applicants who have not previously been a recipient of the scholarship.
A complete application will consist of:
- The application form.
- Two reference letters.
- Verification of acceptance into the program for which the funds are intended to be used (where applicable).
Applications to be submitted by mail to:
Red Deer Players Society
PO Box 28008, Highland Green PO
Red Deer, Alberta
T4N 7C2
OR
by e-mail to:
[email protected]
Applications will be open effective January 15th of each year.
The process will have an application deadline of April 15th each year.
Applications are closed for the 2025 year.
Announcement of successful recipient will be made in May and awarded by the end of June each year.
The recipient will be provided with a card and stamped addressed envelope, addressed to the Forhan family, and the winner is encouraged to let the family know how the funds will help in advancing their career in the Theatre Arts.
Application Form
Please download the attached file, complete, and send back to Red Deer Players, as noted above.
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Application Help & FAQs
See the video below for a step-by-step guide on how to apply!
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