The Armidale Eisteddfod remains a feature of the city’s cultural calendar, with entries now open for this year’s program. The event includes a wide range of sections and performances catering to participants of varying ages and abilities.
Entries close at 5pm on Friday, 20 March.
The competition program will run from 13 May to 3 June. Popular highlights include Choir Night, Band Night and the New England Championships. This year’s Gala Concert is scheduled for Sunday 14 June at 2pm in the historic auditorium of the Old Teachers’ College.
The Eisteddfod will open with the Music Composition section, which features presentations of composers’ works and a workshop. The event will be held on Wednesday 13 May at the Old Teachers’ College and offers composers of all ages the opportunity to showcase their work and receive feedback.
“The Eisteddfod gives our young musicians and speech and drama students a chance to perform in front of their peers, their parents, the public, and above all, the adjudicator. It helps them build confidence in performing in public, and they have the chance to receive feedback on their performance to help them grow,” said committee president John Hadfield.
“The Eisteddfod could not happen without the wonderful support from the community, through sponsorship and volunteering, with no government funding received. Truly, Armidale is a special place that truly values and appreciates the Arts.”
Most events will be held in the Old Teachers’ College Auditorium. Admission ranges from $3 for a child’s single session to $40 for an adult season ticket.
Family passes for the duration of the Eisteddfod cost $80, allowing families to attend as many sessions as they wish prior to the Gala Concert. Tickets for the Gala Concert are $5 for children and $10 for adults.
More information is available at www.armidale-eisteddfod.org.au.
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