The ACT lockdown is currently still in place. The Ainslie Arts Centre is currently closed until further notice.
We are hoping to hold the Singing Division on Friday 26, Saturday 27 and Sunday 28 November. The program will remain as is as far as days and times go, it’s just the dates that will be different. Fingers crossed that we make it.
The Piano Eisteddfod is also postponed.
Further details will be forthcoming once more information becomes available.
This is disappointing but we have no choice – hopefully, we will see everyone later this year. You can still view the Piano program as it is currently – to do so, click here.
Due to the continuing health risks associated with COVID the 2021 Bands & Orchestras events were held this year in an online format. Choirs will also be happening this year in an online format.
It is anticipated that the Open competitions will again be part of the Eisteddfod in 2022.
Promoting participation in the performing arts.
Key Dates
Closing Dates
Bands & Orchestras
Monday 31 May, 2021 (online only competition – submissions due Friday 25 June, 2021)
Piano
Friday 6 August, 2021.
The event guide is now available – click here.
Singing ~ Updated ~
We are hoping to hold the Singing Division on Friday 26, Saturday 27 and Sunday 28 November. The program will remain as is as far as days and times go, it’s just the dates that will be different.
Choirs
Tuesday 31 August, 2021 (online only competition – submissions due 16 September, 2021)
The event guide is now available – click here.
Speech & Drama
Tuesday 31 August, 2021
The event guide is now available – click here.
Event Dates
Piano Division
TBC
Singing Division
TBC
Speech and Drama
TBC
Latest News & Announcements
Banding together online in Eisteddfod
The Australian National Eisteddfod’s 2021 Bands & Orchestras event took place in an online format, due to COVID risk factors. A total of 62 groups submitted recordings for adjudication, and received feedback on their performances. Given the online format, all sections were non-competitive. The overall level was high, with 8 Platinum awards, 24 Gold awards,… Read More »Banding together online in Eisteddfod
Update on Piano Eisteddfod
UPDATE: The Piano Eisteddfod will be going ahead as planned 19 – 21 August. However due to several COVID related circumstances, the Open Competitions on Sunday are cancelled. The 18 years sections will now be held late Saturday afternoon. Apologies for any inconvenience. It is anticipated that the Open will again be part of the Eisteddfod in… Read More »Update on Piano Eisteddfod
Speech and Drama
Our 2021 event will be held on Saturday, 11 September at the Ainslie Arts Centre, which has been a great venue for several years now. We will be following the same format as 2019, with no changes to the session details. Entries via stardom are open now, closing 31 August.
The premier eisteddfod held in Canberra.
The Australian National Eisteddfod is the premier eisteddfod held in Canberra each year and has a rich history of participation in the performing arts. We run a variety of competitions for groups and individuals. Categories include bands and orchestras, choirs, piano, singing and speech and drama. Competitions are open to performers in a range of age groups spanning across primary and high school. There are open categories for individuals of any age to get on stage and perform.
How to Enter
To join in the fun and excitement of eisteddfod competitions, choose from the categories below, or visit the STARDOM online entry system, stardom.com.au
If you need assistance with the system please do not hesitate to contact the relevant division convenor.
Bands & Orchestras
The Bands and Orchestra’s Division offers sections covering concert bands, jazz bands, rock bands, brass bands and orchestras across both age and grading classifications.
Speech and Drama
The Speech and Drama Division offers sections covering poetry, prose, religious readings, individual and group drama, mime, improvisation and public speaking.