Carnival Concert Auditions
January 2010
Local talented entertainers are being sought by Bridgwater Guy Fawkes Carnival Committee to perform as ‘front of curtain’ acts at this year’s carnival concerts.
Vocalists, musicians, comedians, magicians, jugglers and dancers are all wanted to appear in the popular annual show which will take place between 4 and 16 October, and which will attract an expected audience of 3,500 people. The purpose of the front of curtain acts is to entertain the audience in between the performances by the 13 Bridgwater carnival clubs, and auditions for the highly prestigious spots will take place at Bridgwater Town Hall on Tuesday 23 March.
Interested entertainers who think they have got what it takes and would like to audition, need to apply by contacting Rita Jones on 01823 251429, by email at or by completing the relevant application form which can be obtained by clicking on the link below, and sending it back to Rita at 60 Clifford Avenue, Taunton, Somerset. TA2 6DL. The closing date for applications is Saturday 13 March.
Dave Stokes, publicity officer for Bridgwater Guy Fawkes Carnival, said: “We would love to hear from individuals who enjoy performing in front of an audience, and who can entertain for a five minute slot at this year’s show. If last year’s auditions are anything to go by, then the judges will have an extremely difficult task in selecting the acts that will go through to the concerts.”
At the 2009 carnival concerts, successful front of curtain acts included, Amici, who scooped awards for the best song, dance, music or novelty act (George Bown cup) and the best vocal act (two people or more). Sophie Morris won the Judges Cup for best single vocalist, and Phoebe and Emma took the Bert Snook Rose Bowl trophy for the best under 17 front of curtain act.
