HEED 2026 Application Form

HEED 2026 Application Form
Before you begin this application:

1. Please use your own words and your own language if you wish. We understand it can be tempting to use AI for your replies, but please believe that we would much rather hear your authentic voice. If you prefer to write your application in your native language, we will arrange for it to be translated. Mistakes in spelling or grammar make no difference to the strength of your application. Giving us a true glimpse of what matters to you is the most important.

2. You do not need to be highly experienced in Playback, but you do need to be familiar with the basic forms and structure of a show, so that we all have a shared baseline to begin with. Your background in other areas of creativity, social justice, and leadership is also important because we value diversity in our student cohort, and sometimes people new to Playback can bring fresh perspectives. For that reason, please do not exaggerate or overstate your experience. Having an accurate idea of your experience will help us to design a learning program that suits you.

3. As much as possible, refer to your own lived experience to answer these questions: this is more important than abstract theory, certificates, or degrees. Just as in a Playback show, we want to know about the moments that have shaped you.

4. It is not necessary to have a fully developed project idea ready to go. We are inquiring about your areas of interest and your vision(s) for a Playback/social justice project in your own community, as this is what we will develop at HEED. We understand and expect that your ideas will evolve throughout the program, but we want to know where your passion lies and understand your vision.

5. We all have different definitions of ‘social / environmental justice’. We understand that some people might be involved in protest activism, and others come from countries where this form of engagement is strictly banned. For the purposes of this application, please reflect on the things that you do to bring meaningful support and change to your local or global community and environment.

Thank you for taking the time to fill in this application!
Name and pronouns*

First and Last NamePronouns
Email*
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Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Country of current residence*
The nationalities / ethnicities you identify as*
Languages spoken (please indicate level of fluency)*
Identity and intersectionality
Tell us about some of the ways you have experienced adversity and/or privilege in your life, how this relates to your identity, and how this has shaped your relationship to social / environmental justice. *
Background in playback, social justice, and other relevant experience
What is your background in Playback? Please tell us about the roles, companies, training programs, and significant projects you have been involved with.*
Please indicate 2 people (their names and contacts) who know your formation and experience in Playback Theatre and can support your application.*
Tell us about your background in other projects or life experiences that demonstrate your commitment to social / environmental justice.*
Let us know some of the things you've been involved in that you’re most proud of! These may highlight your leadership, creativity, resourcefulness, caring, or any other qualities you think would be relevant to HEED.*
Vision and forward planning
If you could make your Playback dreams come true, what is a project you would like to bring to life in your community that uses Playback to address an issue of social or environmental justice?*
What resources do you already have to help with this project? (Consider such things as community connections, prior life experience, company members, funding opportunities, access to performance space, and partnerships).*
What obstacles do you think you will face? (Consider such things as gaps in your knowledge, lack of representation, funding, time and availability, sensitivity, or lack of trust around the topic). *
What are some things you might attempt to overcome the obstacles, and how could the HEED program and network help you?*
Travel and scholarship considerations
Tick all which apply to you. If you do not require a visa or cannot afford this cost, leave the box unchecked. HEED will consider this as your full or partial scholarship request and assess our capacity to support you accordingly.*

I will require a visa to enter Turkiye from my country.I can pay for my own travel and associated costs (tickets, passport, visa, local transport, etc) from my home country to Turkiye and back.I can pay for food and accommodation for two weeks of the residential HEED program (estimated cost 600 Euros)I can pay HALF PRICE tuition fees for the two week residential program and year-long support (estimated cost 750 Euros)I can pay FULL PRICE tuition fees for the two week residential program and year-long support (estimated cost 1500 Euros)I can offer an additional donation to help support scholarship attendees.
If you require HEED to pay for your travel, please tell us how much this will cost. Include tickets, passport, visa, local travel and all associated costs.*
If you can offer a donation to support scholarship attendees, thank you! Please indicate below what amount you can give.*
If you would like HEED to pay for any parts of your program (travel, residence, or tuition), please outline the reasons for your financial need here. This information will be kept confidential and used to allocate resources fairly.*
Is there anything else you would like us to be aware of about you? (If you are selected, we will offer a more thorough questionnaire about supporting your specific needs for travel, diet, physical capacity, residence, learning style etc).*
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HEED 2026 Application Form

Identity and intersectionality

Background in playback, social justice, and other relevant experience

Vision and forward planning

Travel and scholarship considerations