Grants for Translation of Swedish Drama for Stage Performance

For What can you receive a Grant?

• This grant covers translation costs of Swedish original theatre plays into other languages. With Swedish original theatre play they mean drama written in Swedish or any of the national minority languages in Sweden. Furthermore, the work has to be originally published/performed in Sweden.
• A condition for the grant is that the translation is done directly from Swedish or any of the national minority languages and not via any third language. Exceptions may be granted for languages where there are no professional translators directly from Swedish or the national minority languages. This requires a written approval from the rightsholder that clearly states which edition shall be used for the translation.
• The sum you apply for should correspond to the fee you have agreed to in the signed translation contract with the translator. This full fee needs to be paid to the translator, regardless of the amount that the Swedish Arts Council has granted. The translator needs to confirm having received the full amount before a reimbursement of the grant can take place. Support for adaptation or production costs is not covered by this grant.

Eligibility Criteria

• In order to apply for this grant you must be the director or producer of a theatre or production company that will be responsible for the performance of the translated play.

For more information, visit Swedish Arts Council.