The National Eisteddfod of South Africa^® presents opportunities to young South African talent in all communities for participation and showcasing their talents in music, dance, theatre and fine arts.

The annual National Eisteddfod of South Africa^® is presented in various regions during August – October.  Regional National Eisteddfod events consists of adjudicated sessions where any performers can participate in the following categories:

• Speech and drama
• Dance
• Classical and crossover music (vocal and instrumental)
• Contemporary music (vocal and instrumental)
• Fine art
• Learners with different abilities

Young Artist Award Competition

The Young Artist Award Competition, launched in 2013 provides an opportunity for top achievers in the Creative Arts.

Adjudication: 

A panel of adjudicators will adjudicate all art entries according to the school grade of participants. All participants will receive feedback and a certificate to confirm that they have participated in this competition.

The adjudicators will select the best art work in each grade and will then select a winner in each of the following categories: Entry Level (Gr. 0 – 3), Junior (Gr. 4 – 7) & Senior (Grade 8 – Open Section).

Young Artist Award -Competition – Entry Forms and how to enter

Entry Fees and Closing date for entries

Rules and Regulations for the 7th Young Artist Award Competition

All artwork need to be submitted to the NEA office by 12 April 2019.