Local talented entertainers are being sought to be ‘front of curtain’ acts at the 2024 Bridgwater Carnival Concerts.
Vocalists, musicians, comedians, magicians, dancers and all round general entertainers are wanted to appear in the popular show, which takes place this year between Monday 30 September and Saturday 12 October. The 12 evening performances are expected to attract a sell-out audience and will take place at Bridgwater Town Hall.
The purpose of the front of curtain acts is to entertain the audience in between the performances by the 12 Bridgwater carnival clubs and two dance troupes, and auditions for the highly prestigious spots will take place at Bridgwater Town Hall on Tuesday 21 May.
Anne Middleton, Secretary and Concerts Coordinator for Bridgwater Guy Fawkes Carnival, said: “We would love to hear from individuals and groups who enjoy performing on a stage and in front of an audience, and who can entertain for a five minute slot at this year’s show. So if you think you have what it takes, and would like to play a key part in this year’s carnival concerts, please do get in touch.”
Interested entertainers can apply by contacting Anne Middleton at enquiries@bridgwatercarnival.org.uk or by completing the relevant application form available from Bridgwater Carnival’s official website. Forms can also be collected from the Bridgwater Carnival Centre. Completed forms need to be emailed / posted back to Anne at: – 21 Somerset Road, Bridgwater, Somerset. TA6 5NT. The closing date for applications is Friday 10 May 2024.
At the 2023 carnival concerts, successful front of curtain acts included The Vixens, Simon Newton and Daisy Mae Lee. See clips of the 2023 auditions.
For the seventeenth successive year (excluding the Covid years), this year’s auditions are once again being kindly sponsored by Anderson and Wall. The Bridgwater based garage, located in Church Street, offers one of the South West’s largest new and used scooter and lightweight motorcycle selections from a variety of leading manufacturers. In addition the popular garage sells, services and MOTs used cars and motorcycles.
For further information contact Richard or Sarah Humphrey, or one of the team on 01278 423089 (www.anderson-wall.co.uk).