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Drop your name on the list — performers, parents, schools, dance teachers. We'll send the audition pack the moment entries open in early 2027.
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A serious talent competition for under-18s. Real auditions, real venues, real judges, real prizes — built so every performer leaves with experience that counts.
A competition built for vocalists and dancers — solo, duo, or group. Every style welcome, every age group catered for.
One headline prize for the overall winner. Every entry receives a welcome pack — nobody walks away empty-handed.
No school halls. Real venues, real production, real judges. Built for performers who want to be seen at their best.
Working performers, producers, and pros — feedback that actually means something for young talent.
Stagebound is a talent competition built for young performers across Wigan and Greater Manchester. If you sing or dance — solo, duo, or group — and you're under 18, this is your stage.
Whether you're a confident performer with years of experience or you've never set foot on a real stage before, you're welcome here. We've built Stagebound to give every entry a fair shot, honest feedback, and a moment that genuinely matters.
See the categories →Whether you're getting ready to enter, checking which category fits, or just trying to understand what Summer 2027 looks like — start here.
The story behind Wigan's first major youth talent competition — who's behind it, what we're building, and why Summer 2027.
Solo Vocal, Group Vocal, Solo Dance, Group Dance, Duo — full breakdown of who fits where and what we're looking for.
See categories →From registration to the grand final — the full four-stage journey, what happens at each step, and what to expect.
See the journey →The practical guide — entry pack, video tips, audition day, what to bring, what happens next. Step by step.
Get the guide →25+ answers to the things performers, parents, schools and businesses ask us most — costs, dates, styles, safeguarding.
Read the FAQs →Stagebound is a four-stage journey — every performer gets feedback, every entry gets a welcome pack, and every finalist walks onto a real stage in Wigan in Summer 2027.
Drop your name on the list — performers, parents, schools, dance teachers. We'll send the audition pack the moment entries open in early 2027.
Join the list →Submit a short performance video or attend a live audition day in Wigan. Solo, duo, or group — every act gets watched in full and gets honest, constructive feedback from the panel.
Selected performers take to a real Wigan stage in front of a live audience and an industry judging panel. Lights, sound, the works. This is where the standout acts get spotted.
Summer 2027. Finalists perform on the headline night for a packed audience, named trophies, the Star Prize, and the kind of stage every young performer deserves.
Stagebound is a real opportunity for local and regional businesses to be part of something that matters — a high-visibility competition reaching thousands of families, schools, and young people across Wigan and Greater Manchester.
Whether you're a small business looking for community goodwill, a regional brand wanting genuine local exposure, or a corporate partner hunting for a meaningful CSR story — we've built sponsorship options to suit every budget and every brand.
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Quick answers to the things performers, parents, and schools ask us most. Got a question that isn't here? Get in touch.
Stagebound is open to any singer or dancer under 18 living in or near Wigan and Greater Manchester. You can enter as a solo performer, a duo, or as part of a group. Age groups will be split fairly so younger performers compete against their peers.
Entry fees and full pricing will be confirmed when entries open in early 2027. We're committed to keeping Stagebound accessible — bursary places will be available for performers who would otherwise be priced out.
All of them. Pop, classical, musical theatre, R&B, contemporary, ballet, street, commercial, hip-hop, tap, jazz — if you sing it or dance it, you can enter it. Judges score on performance, presence, and skill within each style.
Absolutely. We have dedicated Group Vocal and Group Dance categories specifically for choirs, bands, dance crews, troupes, and dance schools. Duo categories are also available for two-performer acts.
Entries open early 2027 followed by audition rounds in spring. Semi-finals run through early summer with the live grand final taking place at a major Wigan venue in Summer 2027. Exact dates will be announced — register your interest and we'll let you know first.
Auditions and semi-finals will be staged at venues across Wigan. The grand final will be hosted at one of the area's largest live music and theatre venues — confirmed venue announcement coming once partnerships are finalised.
The headline winner takes home the Star Prize — a curated package including cash, performance equipment, mentorship, and ongoing exposure. Every entry receives a Stagebound welcome pack, and category winners receive named trophies. Nobody walks away empty-handed.
The judging panel will be made up of working performers, vocal coaches, choreographers, music producers, and industry professionals based in the North West and beyond. The full panel will be announced closer to audition rounds.
We have a range of sponsorship tiers built to suit different business sizes and goals — from headline title partnership through to event segment sponsorship. View the full sponsorship breakdown or get in touch directly.
Safeguarding is at the heart of how we run Stagebound. All sessions involving under-18s are supervised by DBS-checked staff, parents are welcome at auditions and rehearsals, and we follow industry safeguarding standards throughout the competition.