The program offers a transferable credit equal to 20% of qualified Illinois expenditures, including Illinois resident (non-talent) salaries up to $100,000 per worker.
On top of that base, there’s an additional 15% credit on wages paid to individuals living in economically disadvantaged areas.
The Theater Tax Credit is awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, determined by the date and time a completed application is received. Each production may receive up to $500,000 per tax year.
20% of all qualified theater expenditures, including post-production.
15% additional tax credit on salaries of individuals who live in economically disadvantaged areas.
Broadened eligibility to commercial Broadway touring shows and nonprofit theater productions
The credit is transferable
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