Headland Folk Fest organisers launch new contest to discover best up and coming Teesside musicians
Headland Folk Fest organisers are staging a new competition to find the best up and coming local talent.
Performers are invited to enter the first round of the Rising Stars Competition at St George’s Venue, in Park Road, Hartlepool, on Saturday, September 12.
The contest is open to people of all ages living within the TS postcode area, and there are three categories for Solo Performer, Duo Group and Band (three or more members) in folk, country or indie style only.
The winner will play on the main stage of Headland Folk Fest in October.
“Come along and watch and support our talent,” said a festival spokesperson.
Audience tickets are £5 on the door and accompanied children are free.
For an application form email [email protected]
The competition is one of a number of events being put on throughout the year before the three-day festival on the Headland between October 2-4.