Instructions for applicants

Applicants can be nominated or can nominate themselves by submitting a short video clip of a performance (max 5 minutes), three photos of the act/performers, short biographies of each performer and completing the application form. 

To apply you need to register to open an account with a username and a password.

The name you enter should be the (stage) name of the performer, or group of performers.

You will need to confirm that you have read and understood our privacy policy and the terms and conditions of the Award.

This will lead you to the login page and you will see an icon with your performer/group name.

Click on the icon and you will then be prompted to upload a cover photo. Landscape photos are preferred.

You can adjust the view window on the photo

Then click on the Application cog and select: Application Edit Profile from the drop down menu. This will take you to the Application form.

 

If you are a solo performer please write your name in the Contact Name field (not a stage name)

If you are applying on behalf of a group please nominate one person to be the main contact and please don’t use the group stage name here.

Fill in all the fields.

Video

Submit a video of your work, no more than five minutes long and no less than three minutes long. Ideally it should be a filmed performance, but a filmed rehearsal (unbroken) is also acceptable. It can be an extract, but it must be continuous (ie not stitched clips). Remember, the shortlisting panel will view this video as the primary channel for shortlisting the finalists, so submit a film that presents you in the best light.  Think about sound and video quality, the lighting and how well it illustrates your talents and skills. All applicants MUST upload a URL to a YouTube video. (Please note, applications with no video link will NOT be considered).

Photographs

Upload three photographs: one Head Shot (publicity photograph) and two stills from a performance or rehearsal. Photos must be high resolution.  If photographers require credits, please list names to be credited on the application form.

 

Click SUBMIT to enter.  You will receive a confirmation email acknowledging receipt.

 

You can go back to your form at any time using your login details to amend or complete the information, add or change your photo or the video URL.

 

Your form must be completed and finalised by midnight on 23rd August. After this date, no amendments will be possible.

Good Luck!