Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 30 July 2020
419. Deputy John Lahart asked the Minister for Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht if she will provide details of the performance support scheme announced in the July stimulus package; the persons that are eligible to apply for same; and the way in which persons can apply for the scheme. [19817/20]
View answerAs part of the Government's July Stimulus Package, I was delighted to announce a new €5 million "Performance Support Scheme" to assist live performances. Under this funding package, a new scheme will be put in place to assist venues and promoters of live performances in music and theatre, by helping to de-risk the costs of preparing for new productions which may subsequently have to be postponed or cancelled. This pilot scheme will be designed in consultation with the sector, and aim to build confidence in recommencing live performance productions, rehearsals and event planning now for the months ahead. Details of the scheme including eligibility will be announced in the coming weeks.
