Kevin Elyot Award 2026

About the Open Call

The Kevin Elyot Award invites writers, scholars, and creative practitioners to work closely with Elyot’s papers. The residency provides £5,000 to support the development of a new piece of writing or creative/academic work inspired by Elyot’s legacy. The award holder will have a flexible residency period and access to the collection, supported by Theatre Collection staff.

What is Offered

£5,000 grant and writer-in-residence opportunity

Requirements

The award is open to writers, scholars and creative practitioners to develop a new piece of writing or creative or academic work inspired by Elyot’s legacy.

How to Apply

Further details of the award and the application process can be found in the provided application document: https://www.bristol.ac.uk/media-library/sites/theatrecollection/documents/projects/Application%20Information%20KE%20Award%202026%20.pdf