National Society of Arts & Letters - Hawaii Chapter

01/28/2025

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Applications Now Open for
Hawaii NSAL Chapter’s Annual Competitions

(December 16, 2024 - Honolulu, HI) — The Hawaii Chapter of the National Society of Arts and Letters (NSAL) invites young artists to apply for scholarships and competitions in writing, classical voice, two-dimensional art, and b***et. Most applications close February 1, 2025, with b***et applications due by March 15, 2025.

Empowering Creative Talents Across Disciplines

The Naomi Rabb Winston Scholarship in Two-Dimensional Art
• Eligibility: U.S. citizens aged 16-22 with exceptional talent.
• Requirements: Submit five original two-dimensional artworks. Digital/3D works not accepted.
• Use: Funds cover private study, training, tuition, or art supplies (not housing/travel).
The NSAL Writing Scholarship in Short Story
• Eligibility: Writers aged 16-22.
• Requirements: Submit a 1,000-7,500 word original short story. AI-assisted or published works are ineligible.
• Use: Supports writing-focused study or career development.

Other Highlights

Dance Competition: Open to dancers aged 16 to 22, this national-level event highlights b***et and contemporary dance.
Classical Voice Scholarships: Includes the Shirley Rabb Winston Scholarship (ages 16-22) and the Martorella Scholarship (ages 23-31).

Path to National Recognition

The first-place winner of the 2025 dance competition at each NSAL Chapter Level Competition will advance to the NSAL National Competition, held May 8-10, 2025, and hosted by the Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania NSAL Chapter. Each chapter will cover the travel and competition expenses for their first-place finalists, giving participants a chance to shine on the national stage.
The winners of the scholarships in classical voice, art and literature will have their artistry evaluated at the national level through digital submission of their winning entries.
Winners advance to the NSAL National Competition (May 8-10, 2025, Pittsburgh, PA). Travel/competition costs are covered by each chapter.

Important Deadlines
- February 1, 2025: Deadline for most scholarship applications and chapter-level competitions.
- March 1, 2025: Finalist submissions for national-level events.
- Ballet Competition Applications due March 15, 2025
- Live Ballet Competition held on Sunday March 30, 2025 at 9am, in the studios of Ballet Hawaii located at 650 Iwilei Rd. Honolulu. Hawaii 96817
- April 2025: Winners announced.

How to Apply
Visit www.arts-nsal.org for detailed eligibility criteria, submission guidelines, and contact information for your nearest NSAL Chapter.
NSAL Hawaii Chapter is led by Hawaii Chapter President: Brother Gary Morris, he can be reached via email at [email protected]

Don’t miss this opportunity to take your artistry to the next level!

About NSAL
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02/21/2024

NATIONAL SOCIETY OF ARTS AND LETTERS - NSAL Hawaii Chapter

**NSAL Competition DEADLINE: FRIDAY- April 5, 2024

Musical Theatre: Performers ages 18-28 years old

Brother Gary Morris, Chair
• Deadline: April 5, 2024
• Application at this Competition Application link. Send application to: [email protected]
• Competition at Orvis Auditorium, UH Manoa, April 14. Time 9 am – 4 pm
• First place winner goes to Nationals with Competition Chair
* Winner must be able to attend National Competition, May 16-19, 2024 in Champaign-Urbana, Illinois

Hawaii Chapter Awards:
1st: $2000.00; 2nd: $1000.00; 3rd: $750.00

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01/26/2024

2024 National Society of Arts & Letters - Hawaii Chapter Hawaii Artists Competitions and CASH Awards!!

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The National Society of Arts & Letters (NSAL), Hawaii Chapter
Rolls Out Cash Prize Awards for Competitions for 2024 Hawaii Artists!

NSAL Competitions:

Musical Theatre: Performers ages 18-28 years old
Brother Gary Morris, Chair
• Deadline: April 5, 2024, Application at this Competition Application link. Send application to: [email protected]
• Competition at Orvis Auditorium, UH Manoa, April 14. Time 9 am – 4 pm
• First place winner goes to Nationals with Competition Chair
*Winner must be able to attend National Competition, May 16-19, 2024 in Champaign-Urbana, Illinois
Hawaii Chapter Awards: 1st: $2000.00; 2nd: $1000.00; 3rd: $750.00

Dorothy Lincoln-Smith Classical Voice: Singers ages 23-31 years old
Brother Gary Morris, Chair
• Deadline: February 16, 2024
• This is the final year for this competition. See Classical Voice Brochure Link. Submit YouTube and Competition Applications to: Brother Gary Morris [email protected]
Hawaii Chapter Awards: 1st: $ 1500.00; 2nd: $750.00

Scholarships:

Winston Classical Voice: Singers ages 16-22 years old
Ann Renick, Chair
• Deadline: February 16, 2024
• Submit YouTube and Applications to: [email protected]
• See Classical Voice Scholarship Brochure and Application at this link.
Hawaii Chapter Awards: 1st: $ 1500.00; 2nd: $ 750.00; 3rd: $500.00

Winston 2D Art: Artists ages 16-18 and 19-22 years old
Cheri Rauckhorst, Chair
• Deadline: February 16, 2024
• Submit Flash Drives & Applications to: Cheri Rauckhorst [email protected]
• More information and application for Winston Visual Art Scholarship at this link.
Hawaii Chapter Awards: 1st: $1500.00; 2nd: $750.00; 3rd: $500.00

Submit applications to:
TO: Brother Gary Morris, Competition Chair
3140 Waialae, Avenue| Honolulu, HI 96816

For more information
Email: [email protected]
https://www.facebook.com/NSALhawaiichapter/
www.arts-nsal.org

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The National Society of Arts and Letters assists promising young artists through competitions, financial assistance, master classes, mentoring, and providing career opportunities. The organization offers scholarships and competitions for the disciplines of musical theater, choreographed dance, b***e

05/20/2023

Check out these amazing artists getting ready to compete in the national drama competition happening RIGHT NOW! These 14 finalists were awarded this opportunity by winning their chapter competition. To find a chapter near you to take part in future performance and visual art competitions, please see our website (link in bio)

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04/06/2023

Announcing the 2023 Roselani Gala honoring Melveen Leed, Hawaii legend and multiple award-winning singer-songwriter, and Professor Laurence Paxton, UH Manoa Music Department Chair and multi-talented musical theatre and opera performer.

Thursday, May 18, 2023
‘Alohilani Resort – 2490 Kalakaua Ave
5:00 – 6:00 check in
5:30 – Silent Auction
6:30 – Dinner
Evening Cocktail Attire
RSVP
• Purchase Tables/Seats using a Credit Card (payments are processed through the Hawaii Theatre Center website)
• Purchase Tables/Seats by Check: please contact Ann Renick at [email protected].
(Mail to: NSAL Hawaii, 980 Ikena Circle, Honolulu, HI 96821)

$10,000.00 tables – 2 premium wines, priority seating, special table decor and favors, hosted valet parking for table purchaser, name in program.
$5000.00 – 2 preferred wines, preferred seating for 10 guests, your name in program.
$3500.00 – 2 select wines, seating for 10 guests, your name in program
$350.00 – Individual Ticket

DONATIONS – I/we cannot attend but will mail you a tax-deductible donation. (Please mail checks to: NSAL Hawaii, 980 Ikena Circle, Honolulu, HI 96821. Please include your Name, Address, Phone Number and Email with the check. Thank you for your donation.)

For additional information – please contact Ann Renick at [email protected]

Please feel free to pass this email on to friends and family who may wish to help support NSAL. Thank you.

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01/31/2023

Dorothy Lincoln-Smith Voice Competition 2023
Classically Trained Singers
$10,000 in Awards and more

Sponsored by
The National Society of Arts & Letters - Hawaii Chapter
A Classical Voice Competition with $10,000 in awards is the National Society of Arts and Letters legacy of Dorothy Lincoln-Smith commemorating two years as National President of NSAL.

1) COMPETITION BY VIDEO - must include ONE current high-quality video of the applicant performing ALL the required repertoire, not to exceed 12 minutes.
a) Selections are not to be edited except for accompaniment interludes and introductions which may be cut in the interest of time.
b) The audio may not be enhanced, and the singer should be clearly visible.
The repertoire must include:
a) Two opera arias, or one opera and one operetta aria
b) One art song, or one oratorio aria
c) Three languages represented, one being English.
** Please review application for more information on all guidelines.

NSAL Hawaii Chapter one (1) first place prize awarded of $1,200 for the winner at the Hawaii (local) level who will then move on to compete at the National level for a chance to win a portion of the $10,000 awarded in prize money.
**Previous 1st place winners may not compete

Application Deadline: March 1, 2023

Competition by Video must be received by March 1st, 2023 to the NSAL Hawaii Chapter. Competition for Ages 23 – 31 years old. Hawaii State Finalist award will be notified by March 10th, 2023 for Hawaii Chapter prize of $1,200. The “Top Finalists” YouTube selections will compete Nationally for the DLS Voice Awards announced by April 2023. A winner may have the opportunity to perform at the NSAL National Meeting in Chicago – May 2023.

Submit applications to:
TO: Brother Gary Morris
3140 Waialae, Avenue| Honolulu, HI 96816

Email applications:
[email protected]

For more information
Email: [email protected]
https://www.facebook.com/NSALhawaiichapter/
www.arts-nsal.org

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01/27/2023

The National Society of Arts & Letters, Hawaii Chapter
Rolls Out Cash Prize Awards for Two Competitions for Hawaii Artists!

NSAL Hawaii Chapter WILL AWARD THE FOLLOWING PRIZES
1st Place $1,500 | 2nd Place $750 | 3rd Place $500

A) Naomi Rabb Winston Scholarship in Two-Dimensional Art Competition 2023
$12,000 in Scholarships & Cash Awards
Artistic Requirements:
1. The art works must be original and created by traditional methods. Photographs, computer generated imager or computer digital painting and three-dimensional works are “not” permitted.
2. The style of work may be realistic, abstract or expressive.
Applicant must:
1. Be a citizen of the United States. A copy of birth certificate, passport, or naturalization papers must be submitted with application.
2. Be at least 16 years old, but not older than 22 by March 1, 2023.

Application Deadline: February 14, 2023
Finalists awards will be notified by February 22th, 2023 for Hawaii Chapter prizes.
The “Top 2 Finalists” selected will compete Nationally via YouTube submission for the Winston Art Scholarships. Awards will be announced the first week of April 2023.

B) 2023 Drama Competition
$ 15,000 First Place National Award and other cash awards presented.

**The 1st place winner of the NSAL Hawaii Chapter will advance to the National NSAL Competition in Lexington, KY competing for the First Place National Award: $ 15,000 prize and other cash awards presented. The opportunity to perform at the Career Award Dinner in May 18 – 20, 2023. All expenses paid. This competition offers a great networking opportunity at the Nationals in Lexington, Kentucky!
Requirement of age 18 - 30 years old (by May 19, 2023). For more information see the competition guidelines.
Application Deadline : March 14, 2023 - LIVE Competition Date: March 19, 2023


Submit applications to:
TO: Brother Gary Morris
3140 Waialae, Avenue| Honolulu, HI 96816
[email protected] (Competition Chair)

For more information
Email: [email protected]
https://www.facebook.com/NSALhawaiichapter/ www.arts-nsal.org