Musical Theatre Award

The National Society of Arts and Letters is dedicated to assisting young artists in developing their professional careers. In this spirit, NSAL invites aspiring musical theatre artists to compete in the 2012 NSAL Musical Theatre Competition. Deadline to apply extended to February 15th! Contestants must first compete on the Chapter level. The first place winner at the Chapter level may then proceed to the national competition. All expenses for the Hawaii Chapter winner to attend the national convention will be paid by the Hawaii Chapter.

NATIONAL CAREER AWARDS COMPETITION
IN MUSICAL THEATRE
March 18th, 2012
10:00 AM
Hawaii Theatre

1st Prize - $1,500.00 plus the Opportunity to Compete at the
NSAL National Competition in El Paso, Texas May 17th – 19th, 2012

2nd Prize - $1,000.00

3rd Prize - $500.00

Download the application here: NSAL_MT_Application_Form_2012.doc


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Arts Excellence Awards

Call out to all Elementary Schools!

Hawai`i Arts Alliance is now accepting applications from elementary schools for the 2012 Arts Excellence Awards

Please download the information sheet and application form here. (If you would like a copy of the application in MSWord, email .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address))

All elementary public schools, including charter schools, and independent schools are eligible. Winners may receive an award from $500-$3,000 for public schools, and $500-$1,000 for independent schools depending upon funding.
Submission due date is Monday, January 30, 2012 (postmarked or emailed).

2011 Arts Excellence Awardees:

Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle Schooll
$3,000 Award, funded by the Robert Emens Black fund of the Hawai`i Community Foundation

Niu Valley Middle School
$2,000 Award, funded by the Robert Emens Black fund of the Hawai`i Community Foundation

President George Washington Middle School
$1,000 Award, funded by the Robert Emens Black fund of the Hawai`i Community Foundation

Parker School
$1,000 Award, funded by Hawai`i Arts Alliance and PHG Foundation

Seabuary Hall
$1,000 Award, funded by Hawai`i Arts Alliance

NSO Summer Institute Open for Applications

The National Symphony Orchestra Summer Music Institute for students ages 15-20 is open for applications. Deadline for Application: January 27, 2012 - click here for more information.

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