Pay Your $30 Registration Fee
Submit your non-refundable registration fee to begin your official entry.
"WE’VE GOT TALENT!" 2026 — FAMILY-FRIENDLY AUDITIONS
"We’ve Got Talent!" 2026
Register & Audition
Start your official entry for We’ve Got Talent 2026.
Ready to take the stage?
Complete your registration and begin your official We’ve Got Talent entry.
After entry fee, you will be directed to the next step to submit your audition video, headshot or group photo, participant details, and required signed acknowledgments.
How Registration Works
Entering We've Got Talent is simple. Complete your registration payment below, then continue to the next step to submit your audition materials and required participant information.
Submit Your Audition Video & Photo
After payment, continue to the next page to upload your audition video and headshot or group photo.
Complete Your Form & Signature
Finish the required participant information, acknowledgment, and signature step to complete your entry.
Before You Continue
Please make sure you are available for all required event dates and have reviewed the Rules & Eligibility and Official Contest Rules pages before submitting payment.
Important Dates to Know
Please make sure you are available for all required dates before registering. By submitting your registration, you acknowledge that you are responsible for meeting all deadlines and event requirements.
Online Audition Submission Deadline
August 31, 2026
Live Semifinals
October 3, 2026
Live Finals
November 14, 2026
Complete Your Registration
$30 Non-Refundable Registration FeeUse the payment form below to submit your registration fee and move to the next step of the audition process.
What Happens Next?
After payment, you'll be directed to the next page to upload your audition video, headshot or group photo, and complete the required participant form.
Complete Your Audition Submission
Please complete the form below to finish your audition entry. Upload your headshot or group photo, upload any required signed paperwork, and paste your audition video link. Audition videos must be no longer than 5 Minutes. If the participant is under 18, signed parental or guardian consent is required.
⬆️ Upload Your Headshot Photo ⬆️
Who Can Register?
We’ve Got Talent welcomes a wide range of performers, including solo acts and ensemble acts. Singers, musicians, dancers, actors, comedians, poets, magicians, jugglers, puppeteers, impressionists, quick-change artists, and other family-friendly performance-based acts are encouraged to participate.
If the participant is under 18 years old, a parent or legal guardian must complete the required consent and acknowledgment during the submission process.
What You’ll Need Before You Start
Before completing your registration, please make sure you are prepared to move to the next step after payment.
CHECKLIST
Your $30 non-refundable registration fee
Your audition video
A headshot or group photo
Participant contact information
Parent or guardian consent if the participant is under 18
Any act details needed for your submission
How to Audition
Register online, then submit your audition video and headshot for consideration.
Audition videos must be 5 Minutes or less and G-rated.
Step 1
Register Online
Complete the registration form and pay the registration fee.
Step 2
Record Your Audition
Keep it under 5 Minutes Or Less and choose a performance that’s family-friendly
(G-rated).
Step 3
Your Talent Submission
Submit your audition
video + headshot
Step 4
Wait for Notification
WGT Judges review submissions in July. Finalists will be notified by September 14, 2026.
Step 5
Perform Live
Semifinalists will perform live. contestant advancement to Live Semifinals and potentially to the live finals.
Eligibility
Who Can Participate
Youth Performers (Ages 6–17)
Solo acts and groups welcome. Perfect for students ready to perform and shine on stage.
Adult Contestants
Open to adults in a separate category. Bring your best act—music, dance, comedy, spoken word, and more.
Solo Acts & Groups
Perform as a soloist or with a team. Groups may include up to 16 participants.
How You’ll Be Judged
What Judges Look For
Performance & Skill
Strong execution, technique, and preparation.
Stage Presence
Confidence, connection, and audience engagement.
Originality & Impact
Creativity, entertainment value, and memorability.
“We’ve Got Talent!”
Frequently Asked Questions
Find quick answers about eligibility, deadlines, audition requirements, and how to submit your video—so you can register and audition with confidence.
What is We’ve Got Talent?
We’ve Got Talent is a community talent competition benefiting the Gifford Academy for Performing Arts.
-> Open to Youth (Ages 6–17) and Adults 18+ (separate categories)
-> Performers submit an audition video to be considered for live rounds
Who can participate in We’ve Got Talent?
Youth Ages 6-17 and adult performers 18+ can participate in separate categories.
-> Solo acts and groups are welcome
-> Groups may include up to 20 performers
How do I audition for We’ve Got Talent?
To audition, submit an application fee, register online, then submit your audition video + headshot for review. Audition videos must be 5 Minutes or less. ⭐️⭐️⭐️ Register and Audition Here ⭐️⭐️⭐️
What is the audition video time limit?
Audition videos must be 5 Minutes or less.
Choose your strongest section within the time limit
Keep audio clear and performance-ready
When are auditions open for 2026?
Audition submissions are accepted May 31 through August 31, 2026.
Finalist notifications: By September 14, 2026
Live Semifinals (October 3)
Live Finals (November 14)
When are the live auditions and finals?
Live Auditions (Semifinals) are Saturday, October 3, 2026, and Live Finals are Saturday, November 14, 2026.
Both events run 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
What types of acts are allowed?
Most performing arts acts are welcome as long as they are family-friendly and stage-ready.
Examples: singing, instruments, dance, comedy, spoken word, magic, and more
Vocal
Instrumental
Dance
Variety acts (ventriloquists, puppeteers, magicians,etc.)
Note: If your act is not listed, participants may contact organizers to verify eligibility
Performances must be G-rated
Does my performance need to be family-friendly?
Yes — performances must be G-rated and appropriate for all ages.
Avoid profanity, explicit themes, or unsafe content
Keep music edits clean as well
Are props allowed on stage?
Only small hand-carried props are allowed; scenery is not permitted.
Performers must carry props on and off stage themselves
No large setups or stage scenery
Can groups participate, and is there a group size limit?
Yes — groups can participate, with a maximum of 20 performers per act.
Make sure your full act fits within the 5 Minutes or less time limit
Where do I send my audition video and headshot?
Visit the Register & Audition Page online, submit application fee and you will be guided to submit your audition video + headshot.
Include performer name and category (Youth or Adult)
You’ll receive confirmation once reviewed
Who do I contact if I have questions?
For general questions, email: [email protected]
Perform.
Shine.
Support Arts Education.
Register online and submit your audition video + headshot
before August 31, 2026 to be considered for the live rounds.
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