THE Mildura Eisteddfod is bringing a new discipline to the stage this year, as it celebrates its 44th year of showcasing and celebrating the region's up-and-coming talents.

The two-week event begins on Thursday with speech and drama at Trinity Lutheran College.

Mildura Eisteddfod Society President Andrea Soebardi said it was fantastic to introduce Calisthenics as a new category this year.

"We a...