Entertainment Economic Enhancement Program (EEEP)

Entertainment Economic Enhancement Program (EEEP) Guidelines Apply Contact Us Overview Article Act 84 of 2016 (Article XVII-D, the Entertainment Production Tax Credit) authorizes the issuances of Entertainment Economic Enhancement Program to expand the Concert Rehearsal and Tours in Pennsylvania. Uses Recipients of an Entertainment Economic Enhancement Program may use the tax credit to offset their Pennsylvania state liability or sell, assign, or transfer the credits to another entity. Eligibility It is restricted to Concert Tour promotion companies, Concert Tour management companies, or other Concert management companies that produce a series of live musical Concerts with performances featuring a live musical performer or performers in front of a live audience within the commonwealth. Performances must be held at two or more different locations within Pennsylvania that qualify as a Class 1 Venue, Class 2 Venue, or Class 3 Venue, as defined in the Act. Credits may be awarded for up to 35 percent of eligible expenses up to $5,000,000 per taxpayer per fiscal year. The budget allocation is $24 million a year beginning in the 2022-23 fiscal year. Please refer to the program guidelines for additional information on eligibility. Terms Applications will be accepted no sooner than 180 days prior to the start date of Concert Rehearsals in the Commonwealth. Completed application packages will be accepted during one of the following 10-day periods: January 1-10, March 1-10, May 1-10, July 1-10, September 1-10, & November 1-10. How to Apply Applicants must complete the online Enterprise eGrants System (add web address) available at dced.pa.gov and submit all required information and documentation as specified in the program guidelines. Entertainment Economic Enhancement Program (EEEP) Guidelines Appendix A – Legislation Appendix B – Approved Qualified Rehearsal Facilities Appendix C – Entertainment Economic Enhancement Program Application Appendix D – Budget Top Sheet Appe