Unfortunately, due to the continuing health risks associated with COVID we have decided to hold our 2021 Bands & Orchestras and Choirs events in online format. This means groups will be submitting a video for adjudication.
Details and dates for submission are still being finalised. To register your interest and be advised of updates please contact: bandsorchestras@nationaleisteddfod.org.au or choirs@nationaleisteddfod.org.au.
We anticipate that the Singing, Piano and Speech and Drama events will be held at the Ainslie Arts Centre, so long as COVID restrictions are able to be satisfied at that time.
Dates are:
Piano – Thursday 19 August – Sunday 22 August 2021. Open on Sunday 22 August at 2.30pm
The event guide is now available – click here.
Singing Friday 3 , Saturday 4 and Sunday 5 September 2021.
Speech and Drama Saturday 11 September 2021.
The Australian National Eisteddfod is the premier eisteddfod held in Canberra, the Nation’s Capital, each year. The Australian National Eisteddfod has a rich history of participation in the performing arts as offers opportunities in a number of art genres.
The Australian National Eisteddfod is excited to partner with the Ainslie Arts Centre, the heart of Canberra’s art scene. This year five divisions will be held:
Dates and venues are subject to confirmation
To enter, please check the relevant entry guide (formerly syllabus) for sections, rules and competition details on the competition page. Then head to STARDOM to complete your entry to join the fun and excitement of the eisteddfod competitions.
Tickets for all Eisteddfod Events can be purchased from Trybooking – a link will be made available on this website closer to the date of each Eisteddfod.
To enter a section in the Australian National Eisteddfod visit STARDOM online entry system: http://www.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.