We welcome entries from all who are eligible and wish to take part in this opportunity to perform on stage, compete with others and be judged by qualified professionals. The competitions take place in various venues, all within North Shore City, Auckland, New Zealand. Please click on the links below to access the entry form and the syllabus.

2009 FESTIVAL

PROPOSED COMMENCING DATES and VENUES

Monday 14 April to Sunday 16 August 2009

Piano St George’s Church Hall Tuesday 14 April

Speech and Drama The PumpHouse Wednesday 22 April

Junior Vocal The PumpHouse Tuesday 14 April

Dance Kristin School Wednesday 22 April

Senior Vocal The PumpHouse Friday 1 May

Piano Accordion & Orchestral The PumpHouse Sunday 17 May

Young People’s Choirs Westlake Boys Sunday 16 August

SPECIAL EVENTS

BECROFT GRAND OPERA ARIA FINAL

Saturday, 9 May, 2009

at The PumpHouse

PIANO CONCERTO FINAL

Sunday, 17 May, 2009

at The PumpHouse

The three finalists will be accompanied by the Aotea Youth Symphony Orchestra