Perry Brown Performing Arts Scholarship
Perry Brown was a talented and passionate dancer, choreographer, actor, and ballet teacher who dedicated his life to performing and guiding the next generation.
Education was incredibly important to Perry, and he earned his Master’s in Fine Arts from Texas Christian University. Scholarships were a formative part of his experience, allowing him to study acting with Stella Adler and dance at the School of American Ballet. Perry acted in over fifty plays, played roles in movies and on television, and was a professional ballet dancer for fifteen years, sharing his talents internationally before cancer closed his final curtain on March 18, 2025.
This scholarship aims to support young actors and dancers who have the talent, ambition, and drive necessary to thrive in the entertainment industry.
Any high school senior, high school graduate, undergraduate, or graduate student in Texas who is pursuing acting or dancing-related performing arts may apply for this scholarship opportunity. Students in the Texas Panhandle are strongly encouraged to apply.
To apply, tell us what you want to accomplish as an actor or as a dancer. Additionally, submit a headshot and a video of you acting or dancing.
What do you want to accomplish as an actor or as a dancer?
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The application deadline is Jul 2, 2026. Winners will be announced on Aug 3, 2026.
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Award amounts per winner are designated by the donor. Check the award amount for a detailed breakdown.
The winner will be publicly announced on Aug 3, 2026. Prior to the announcement date, we may contact finalists with additional questions about their application. We will work with donors to review all applications according to the scholarship criteria. Winners will be chosen based on the merit of their application.
Award checks will be sent to the financial aid office of the winner's academic institution or future academic institution in their name to be applied to their tuition, and in the name of their institution (depending on the school's requirements). If the award is for a qualified educational non-tuition expense, we will work with the winner directly to distribute the award and make sure it goes towards qualified expenses.
Before we award the scholarship, the winner will be required to confirm their academic enrollment status. Depending on the circumstances, verification of Student ID and/or their most recent transcript will be required.
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