The Suffield Players are proud to announce that applications are now open for the Eugene Biggio Memorial Drama Scholarship and the Robert Alcorn Memorial Arts Scholarship. These two scholarships honor the contributions of key figures in The Suffield Players’ history and support aspiring artists in pursuing their passion for the performing arts.
Eugene Biggio Memorial Drama Scholarship
Created in 1989 to honor Eugene Biggio, a former President of The Suffield Players, this scholarship supports students in grades K–11 who wish to further their education in the performing arts.
- Award Amount: Ranges from $250 to $1,000, depending on the recipient’s program and the number of scholarships awarded.
- Eligibility: Candidates must meet at least one of the following:
- Resident of Suffield, CT
- Member of The Suffield Players
- Relative of a Suffield resident or a Suffield Players member.
- Study Areas Include: Acting, Vocal Performance, Dance, Playwriting, Backstage Management, Technical Design (Lighting/Sound), and more.
Robert Alcorn Memorial Arts Scholarship
Established in 1981 to honor Robert Alcorn, one of The Suffield Players’ founding members, this scholarship provides funding to students in their senior year of high school or beyond who are pursuing formal arts education.
- Award Amount: Ranges from $250 to $1,000.
- Eligibility: Candidates must meet at least one of the following:
- Resident of Suffield, CT
- Member of The Suffield Players
- Relative of a Suffield resident or a Suffield Players member.
- Study Areas Include: Acting, Dance, Playwriting, Directing, Technical Design, Stage Management, and other performing arts disciplines.
Application Details
The deadline to apply for both scholarships is May 1, 2025.
Applicants must submit a completed application form, a personal essay outlining their study plans and goals, a résumé of past performing arts experience (if any), and one reference letter.
Applications and supporting materials can be submitted via mail to:
The Suffield Players
P.O. Box 101
Suffield, CT 06078
Or electronically to info@suffieldplayers.org.
Scholarship awards will be presented at The Suffield Players’ Annual Meeting in June 2025, and funds will be issued upon confirmation of enrollment in an approved program or institution.