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RULES GOVERNING ENTRIES FOR THE WELLINGTON EISTEDDFOD

Please read all rules carefully. Failure to adhere to these conditions may result in disqualification or withholding of prizes. The decision of the society in all questions of dispute arising out of, or not providing for these rules

and conditions, shall be final. All entries received are subject to this decision, which shall be subject to any appeal at law; such as would be contrary to the spirit of friendly competition upon which the Eisteddfod is based.

All competitors, teachers, parents and guardians are bound by the rules governing entry and competition as set out below.

1. Definitions:

AMATEUR:

Any person who does not derive nor has ever derived his or her main income or a substantial income as a teacher and/or performer in the particular category of performing arts for which he/she wishes to enter.

RESTRICTED:

Any person who has not won a first place in a class of that description (regardless of age) at any eisteddfod in the previous 36 months, up until the closing date of entries. E.g. “Classical Ballet Solo - Restricted” is open

only to a competitor who has not won a 1st place in a class described as “Classical Ballet Solo” in the previous 36 months. The competitor could however enter a class titled “Demi-Character Solo - Restricted”.

BEGINNERS / NOVICES:

are defined as competitors who have been receiving tuition for less than eighteen (18) months.

SOCIETY

shall mean the Wellington Eisteddfod Society Inc.

2. This competition is open only to AMATEURS except where otherwise stated. (See Rule 1 for definition).

3. Entries:

Entries close 3.6.21.
NO LATE ENTRIES WILL BE ACCEPTED
Full payment for entries must be received at time of payment.
Enter online at http://www.stardom.com.au
An Administration Fee of $3.00 will be included on every entry invoice issued through STARDOM. All entries will be processed through this program.
Please check your entry invoice very carefully to ensure there are no missed or incorrect classes.
Payment to be made through credit card via stardom.

Notification of programme details will not be given unless a programme is ordered through STARDOM on Extras page.
A fine of $10.00 will apply to incorrect entries. Entries will not be recorded until the fine is paid.
No refund will be made for any entry fee paid after the entry has been accepted.
No entry will be accepted from a competitor who is, or was, during the last six (6) months, receiving tuition from the adjudicator for that section.

4. Places and Prizes:

The Society invests the adjudicator with the authority to withhold or alter places or prize money where he or she is of the opinion that sufficient merit has not been displayed. The adjudicator will explain the reasons for such a decision in giving the results of the class.

Places may be given by the adjudicator, but prizes and places will be given as follows:-

Senior prizes and all Championships will be awarded on the following scale:

1 to 3 entries in class 1^stprize

4 to 5 entries 1^st& 2^nd prize

6 or more entries 1^st, 2^nd& 3^rd prize

Prize monies may be altered if insufficient entries are received, or if classes are combined.

5. Copyright Requirements

Except where a Licensed Copy has been obtained, competitors are responsible for ALL royalty & copyright payments and liabilities (if any).
Any music taped from copyright is the responsibility of the competitor and not the Eisteddfod Society.

6. Adjudications:

The adjudicator’s decision is final unless a protest is lodged under Rule 7, in which case the decision of the protest committee will be final.
No competitor, teacher, parent or relative of a competitor may approach the adjudicator. Any communication must be through the Section Registrar.
A report will be available after completion of the class at the results table. Only the competitor, parent or teacher may collect and sign for the adjudication sheet.

7. Protests:

Any protest must be lodged verbally to the session registrar within ten (10) minutes of the adjudicator’s decision, followed by a written explanation outlining the reasons for the protest before the end of the session, and

must be accompanied by a deposit of ($50) fifty dollars. The protest will be heard by the Section Registrar and one other member of the Eisteddfod Society. Should the protest be upheld, the deposit will be returned.

8. The chairperson is in control of each session. Any requests must go through the Section Registrar.

9. Prompting:

No prompting is permitted (except by the adjudicator) during a performance. Non-compliance of this rule will result in the competitor being disqualified. Only competitors appearing in each section will be allowed

backstage except with prior approval from the stage manager. No teachers allowed backstage.

10. Accompaniment:

There will be no official accompanist, however individual competitors may provide their own. In addition, some local accompanists can be obtained by phoning the Vocal & Instrumental Registrar. Recorded accompaniment

will be accepted (tapes and CDs).

11. Groups:

A choir, group or duo is one competitor.
Groups shall consist of a minimum of (4) four performers, unless stated otherwise.

12. Age limit:

The competitor’s age is recognised as at the opening date of the eisteddfod. Date of birth must be stated on the entry form where age limits apply. The Society reserves the right to ask for proof of age. Where

competitors of different ages compete together, the age limit or school year for entry is determined by the oldest competitor.

The age of the group members will be as at 1 January. This rule does not apply to solos, duos and trios where the age is as at the commencement of the eisteddfod (15th July).

13. Championships:

There must be (2) two or more competitors in a championship for these classes to be held. If there is only one competitor on the day prize money may be reduced.
For specific requirements regarding entry to championship classes, please refer to the relevant sections of the syllabus.
Competitors must complete qualifying conditions.
Performances out of section which receive adjudication only, will count towards eligibility for a championship.
Trophies for all championships will be presented at the conclusion of the championship.

14. Perpetual Trophies

Perpetual trophies will remain with the Society for public display at the Wellington Civic Hall.

15. Performing out of section:

Competitors performing out of section will be at the discretion of the registrars. The competitor will be ineligible for a place or prize, but may receive adjudication.

16. Time limits:

Competitors must comply with the times stated. Adjudication after the time has lapsed will be at the discretion of the adjudicator.

17. Rehearsals:

No rehearsals are allowed on stage during the eisteddfod without prior consent from the registrar.

18. Camera, Tape or Video Recording:

Due to Child Protection Legislation, NO person shall be allowed to use photographic or video equipment, including mobile phones, inside the venue, except the professional video and photographic operators appointed by the committee.

19. Mobile phones and pagers are not to be used or switched on inside the hall.

General:

Competitors compete strictly at their own risk. No responsibility will be taken for any accident, injury or loss of property. This includes all people present as well as competitors.
While all care has been taken in compiling this Syllabus, the Committee reserves the right to rectify any errors or omissions that appear.
The Society reserves the right to refuse an entry, to cancel or combine any class if there are less than (3) three competitors, or to split a class if deemed too large.
Competitors are required to keep a copy of their entry form or a record of section entries.
Special Needs competitors are encouraged to enter. Please advise the Eisteddfod Society of any requirements when entering.
NO competitor is permitted backstage unless permission is given by the stage manager.

Rules for the Speech & Drama Section

Please read the general rules set down at the front of the syllabus, as they also apply to this section. Failure to adhere to these rules may result in disqualification.

1. Entries close 3rd June 2021

NO LATE ENTRIES WILL BE ACCEPTED. Payment for entries must be received at time of entry.

Enter online at: http://www.stardom.com.au

2. Groups

Groups must be called by names, not letters and numbers e.g. Hot Shots, not SM1 or WCPS.

3. Own Choice Items - Copy for Adjudicator

Competitors must hand in a printed copy of their music, words or recitation to the session registrar before commencement of the class or face disqualification. All papers must be clearly marked with the class number,

competitor number and no visible name. The Society accepts no responsibility for the loss or damage of any original papers.

For competitors in the first two classes of each session: Copy of work must be in prior to the commencement of each session, or it will not be accepted. It is preferred that copies of work be submitted at the

beginning of each session, for all classes.

4. Costumes/Props

No costumes or props are permitted for Poetry Recitation (except for Nursery Rhyme in Costume & Dramatic Verse).

5. No competitor in Speech and Drama is to repeat an item that has been performed in a previous Wellington Eisteddfod.

6. No competitors may perform the same item in more than one class, including championships. Choirs or ensembles may perform a maximum of two different items within the same class.

7. Copyright Requirements

The Law of Copyright applies to the eisteddfod. It is the responsibility of each competitor to adhere to the Act. Anyone in breach of the Act will not be able to perform.
Original poetry etc. must be used for performance. If out of print a licensed stamped copy may be used.
The adjudicator will accept copies of poetry etc., but originals must be brought onto the stage.
All non-licensed copies will be destroyed.

8. Championships

Competitors entering in championships must also enter and perform in two (2) other solo classes of the same style.

Minimum Props

Minimum props means “Only the props required to enhance performance. These must be able to be carried on stage by the competitor without extra assistance”.

10. Time Limits

Unless otherwise stated, performance time limits will be:

12 years & under 2 minutes

13 years & over 3 minutes

11. General

Any competitor who has been taught or coached by the adjudicator six (6) months prior to the eisteddfod shall be ineligible to compete.
Classes will be combined and prize monies changed if deemed necessary.
NO competitor is permitted back-stage unless the stage manager gives permission.
Competitors must be ready to take their place when required by the program.

School Section: will be programmed on 29th July.

Speech & Drama Dates: 29th July - 2nd August, 2021.

Speech & Drama Adjudicator: TBA

Speech & Drama Registrar:

Chris Campion 0408 454 991

General Eisteddfod Enquiries:

Phone: 0458 869 751