Kouga locals are once again invited to showcase their special skills on stage at the annual Kouga Easter Festival this April.
The Mayoral Talent Search will take place on Friday and Saturday, April 7 and 8, at the Amphitheatre at Main Beach in Jeffreys Bay, as part of the fun-filled Kouga Easter Festival from April 7 to 9.
“We have some incredible talent in our communities and would like to showcase this for everyone to see – whether your talent is singing, dancing, comedy, drama, or magic tricks,” said Kouga Executive Mayor, Horatio Hendricks.
“No matter how old or young, if you can entertain a crowd, we want you to be part of the talent search. You just might add your name to the list of winners.”
Last year’s Kouga Mayoral Talent Search saw Jenedine Jantjies from Patensie taking first place after wowing the judges and audience with her beautiful voice – securing herself a recording opportunity with Collective Records.
Singer Olwethu Katoo, from Hankey, was named runner-up, followed by dancers, Kaylee Vosloo and Logan Harris, from St Francis Bay. The dance group, The Unexpected Dance Crew, consisting of Jayron Matsjowaan, Luciano Pieterse and Keanu Pieterse, claimed fourth place, followed by singers Mr Makes and Liena G.
Hendricks said that the aim of the event is not only to give locals a platform to showcase their talents, but also to help develop and uplift community members.
“Come and join in the fun and help us kick-off the Kouga Easter Festival on a high note,” he said.
To enter
Send a short video clip, no longer than one minute, to 067 108 2968 (WhatsApp) before 12:00 on Wednesday, March 22.
The following information must be included: name of individual/ group, category, location, and contact information.
- Singing
- Dancing
- Acting
- Mime
- Stand-up comedy
- Spoken word
- Magic tricks
- Beatboxing
The finalists to perform at the Easter Festival – chosen by a panel of independent judges – will be contacted telephonically by the Kouga Municipality. There will be no cost to enter the competition, so everyone has the opportunity to participate.
Prizes
All finalists will receive goodie bags from the Kouga Municipality, while the top acts in each category will also walk away with cash prizes and Fountains Mall vouchers.
For more information, send an email to mbasson@kouga.gov.za.
