Eisteddfod is a Class Act

In a technical age with the majority of our entertainment coming to us through cables and satellites, it is reassuring to know that culture, heritage and artistic excellence are alive and well, being carefully nurtured by the Dalby and District Eisteddfod Association...and has been for the last thirty-seven years.

Support in 2008 is as strong as ever and you may be surprised to know that our local Eisteddfod, held over two sessions at the end of May and July annually, brings to the stage almost a thousand acts every year! 

President Cr. Carolyn Tillman is keen to see local youth experience the benefits of ‘having a go’. 

“It’s a great, local, low-cost opportunity for individuals to develop performance and communication skills, self-esteem and cultural awareness.  But what is not always recognised is how the resulting experience and talent enhances our community with a richness unique to the performing arts.”
 
For those unfamiliar with the Eisteddfod process, contestants nominate from over 150 categories - covering singing, piano, instrumental and drama.  A qualified, independent adjudicator writes a brief appraisal for every contestant.  This is invaluable feedback and encouragement – and comes for an entry fee of only $2 !

The observer will note how a spirit of good will, support and respect pervades the entire competition.  All ages and stages are made welcome.

So come to the Dalby Eisteddfod and see how stars are born!

Did You Know?
Australia is one of a very few nations who inherited the tradition of staging Eisteddfods, the first ever recorded in Wales was held by the Lord of Cardigan Castle in 1176.    The earliest known Australian eisteddfod was held annually in Ballarat by 1870, and now every year, over 130 Eisteddfods are held throughout Australia.