Cody Renard Richards Scholarship Program

BIPOC students (Black, Asian, Latinx, Indigenous, or Person of Color) enrolled or intending to enroll full-time at an accredited U.S. college/university, pursuing stage management, technical theatre, theatre design, playwriting, directing, or theatre management. Historically also listed U.S. citizenship and 3.0+ GPA—confirm current cycle rules at crrscholarship.com.

1. Confirm behind-the-scenes concentration and BIPOC eligibility.
2. Apply at crrscholarship.com when open (typically Oct 1).
3. Submit one-minute video essay, transcript, and two recommendation letters.
4. Selected scholars notified (e.g., January) and join spring mentorship + NYC summit.

• Online application
• One-minute video essay
• Current transcript
• Two letters of recommendation

If you are eligible, you MUST meet the following requirements to apply: Identify as Black, Asian, Latinx, Indigenous, or a Person of Color. Pursue a degree or a concentration in Stage Management, Technical Theatre, Theatre Design, Playwriting, Directing, or Theatre Management. Be enrolled, or intend to enroll, at an accredited college or university based in the United States, including Hawaii and Alaska in the Spring of 2022. Be a US Citizen. Be a full-time student for the academic year. Have a minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher.

55+ scholars over five years; alumni credits include Hamilton, Buena Vista Social Club, Sweeney Todd, Aladdin, and regional theatres; early scholars include Brillian Qi Bell and Natalia Dubon