This year the theme is Dinosaurs!
There will be an adult and youth competition. The theme is optional but encouraged. Bring what you have, and we would be thrilled to see dinosaurs!
The format is going to be as follows: Bring your piece and any documentation you have, and have a short interview with the Baron and Baroness. There will be judging, and Their Excellencies will choose their champion.
The forms we will be using for judging are located at A&S Documentation Form, Answers to these questions are needed for the adults, and more documentation is welcome but not required. Performance entries are allowed, although there will also be a separate Bardic competition happening onsite. Documentation is entirely optional for any youth artisans.
I will be back with more information as the competition gets closer. Currently we plan to put out an optional pre-registration for artisans shortly before Yule, to give you an opportunity to tell us what you are bringing. Pre-registration is not required, but if you have documentation to submit ahead of time or need specific accommodations (electrical outlets, etc.) for your entry, it would help us a lot to tell us what you are bringing so we can be ready for you.
Note: this is a TOTALLY DRY SITE! This means that there can be no, repeat NO alcohol. Other culinary entries are allowed.
In the shadow of forgotten ages, the sacred fire is lit. Gather ‘round the fire , all ye bards, skalds, and minstrels! Before history was recorded, there was only song, tale, and flame. As we step back into the dawn of time, the old ways call for those who dare to stir the embers with voice, verse, and song! So unsheathe your instruments, tune your voices, and prepare to set the stage ablaze!
Please prepare 3 pieces 1 themed in flame. 1 of your own choosing and 1 in case of a tie breaker.
Youth are encouraged to bring their best to the Arts & Sciences competition.
Documentation is not required.
Need inspiration? The Adults are using the theme, "Dinosaurs," for their entries.
Ages 17 and under.
Youth are encouraged to bring their favorite pieces to our Bardic Championship.
Documentation is not required. Pieces should be no more than 7 minutes in length.
Need inspiration? The Adults are using the theme, "In Flame" for their entries.
Ages 17 and under.