Beneath the Arch
Performing Arts Bursary

2026 Bursary applications are now closed

The bursary enables young performing artists to enhance their experience and skills in a performing arts field.

50/50 draw proceeds collected during our concerts, fund the bursaries each season and are awarded at the discretion of the Beneath the Arch Awards Committee.

In addition to 50/50 funds, there is a bursary raffle, of which all funds will go to student bursaries. See details below.

  • As determined by Beneath the Arch, a performing art is defined as active participation in one or more of the following disciplines—music, dance, voice, or theatre—in a manner intended to be performed live for an audience.

  • Bursaries are available to students in grade 4 – 12 and must reside in or attend school in:

    Foothills County West of 16 Street West.

    Towns and villages including Diamond Valley, Millarville, Longview and Priddis.

  • The bursary can be used toward any of the following:

    • Lessons

    • Admission or registration costs (tuition)

    • Event or competition fees

    • Rental fees (for instruments, studio space, etc)

    • Materials, books, costumes, learning aids

    We may ask bursary winners for proof that they used the bursary for one of these activities or costs.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Complete the online application form by the deadline insert date. The application will ask you to explain:

    • How the bursary will enhance your family’s capacity to cover the cost of the performing art.

    • Your involvement in your performing arts field, how many years you’ve been involved, and your level of achievement; concerts, competitions, or community events you’ve participated in and awards.

    • Provide a Letter of Reference from your teacher that supports you as a potential bursary award recipient.

  • It’s beneficial if you can include a video of you performing, up to 3 minutes (maximum).

    Your video will be viewed by the Bursary selection committee.

    Please provide 1 submission and it must be you performing.

    The video must be under 3 minutes long. You will be sent instructions after submitting your application form.

  • All submissions will be reviewed, with or without video, and ranked from the total submissions. The selection committee will rank the top 5 submissions (or more) for consideration. All submissions will be ranked by the bursary committee based on the information provided and the awards criteria. Winners and those not selected will be advised of the results in writing by insert date.

Performing Arts Bursary
Raffle Information

  • Package 1 | $1270 Value

    Arts, Culture & Experiences

    Beneath the Arch: 2 Season tickets for the 2026-2027 Season - $320

    Firebrand Glass Studio: Handblown Bison Glass Sculpture - $275

    Bluerock Gallery, Diamond Valley: Gift Certificate - $100

    Full Circle Adventures, Julie Walker: Edible Plant Walk for 2 - $140

    Long & McQuade: Gift Certificate - $250

    Little Monkey Metalworks: Wheat Sheaf Silhouette Image - $185

  • Package 2 | $1045 Value

    Tastings & Shopping

    Eau Claire Distillery: Distillery Experience for 4 - $200

    Bohemia: Ladies Kimono, designed in Spain by Aratta - $200

    Hard Knox Brewery: Gift Basket - $70

    Rona: Weiser, Halo WI-FI Touch Screen Smart Lock - $300

    Diamond Valley Tropicals: Tropical Plant- $50

    Ruby and Ross: Gift Certificate - $50

    Sweetbriar Goods: Gift Certificate - $150

  • Package 3 | $855 Value

    Rocky Mountain Adventure

    Anchor D Guiding & Outfitting: A 2-hour trail ride for 2 in the foothills of the Rockies - $300

    Willow Hill Lodge, Longview: 1 night stay in Nellie the covered wagon, includes breakfast - $200

    Navntoft Motorsport: Joe Rocket RKT 20 Series Helmet - $300

    Diamond Valley Barber: Premium Haircut, Steam Shave and a Beer - $55

  • Package 4 | $760 Value

    Golf & Gourmet Getaway

    Turner Valley Golf & Country Club: A gift certificate for 4 golfers to a “9 and Dine” experience. Restrictions may apply - $350

    Chuckwagon Cafe & Cattle Company: Gift Certificate for Breakfast or Lunch - $100

    The Irish Pub: Gift Certificate - $50

    Fahr Brewery: Gift Basket - $120

    Beneath the Arch: Four individual tickets to one 2026-27 Beneath the Arch concert performance - $140

Thank you to our generous donors!

Raffle Ticket
Information

Price: $10/ticket

Final Draw: April 25, 2026

Available at:

  • All 25/26 Beneath the Arch Concerts

  • Bluerock Gallery, 110 Centre Ave W

  • Sheep River Library, 129 Main St NW

  • Sweetbriar Goods, 128 Government Rd

Proceeds go to the Beneath the Arch Concert Series Performing Arts Bursary for local students

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