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OUR MISSION
The National Society of Arts and Letters (NSAL) is a not-for-profit organization that encourages and provides financial assistance to talented young artists at the beginning of their careers.
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We assist promising young artists through competitions, financial assistance, master classes, mentoring, and providing career opportunities.
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With assistance from the Haggard-Twogood Charitable Trust,
the Iowa Chapter of NSAL was established in 2023. For more information
or to become a member, email haggard-twogood@algonaarts.org.

2026 Regional High Brass Competition
March 14, 2026
Wilcox Performing Arts Center | Algona, Iowa
$3,000 Top Prize
(plus expenses paid to national competition)
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Competition Rules: View Here
Competition Application: Apply Here
Event Poster: View Here
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APPLICATION DEADLINE: FEBRUARY 2, 2026

2026 Regional Musical Theater Competition
March 21, 2026
Wilcox Performing Arts Center | Algona, Iowa
$3,000 Top Prize
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Competition Rules: View Here
Competition Application: Apply Here
Event Poster: View Here
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APPLICATION DEADLINE: FEBRUARY 20, 2026



