Details

Stairway to the Stars is a national talent competition open to

Juniors aged 10 - 16 years and Adults aged 17+ years.
We are looking for a wide variety of acts from dance crews, choirs, tributes, and bands to magicians, musicians, vocalists, and everything in between.
It is a chance for you to showcase your talent whatever that may be and it is completely free to enter!

The 2025 competition consists of :
4 heats ~ 20th & 27th July and August 4th & 11th
Two semi-finals ~ date tbc
The grand final ~ date tbc

Location :
Palace Avenue Theatre
Palace Avenue
Paignton
Devon
TQ3 3HF

If you would like to apply please click the 'Apply' tab where you will be able to submit your details and information regarding your act.
If your application has been successful you will be invited to perform in one of the 4 heats
There will be a panel of judges plus the audience vote counts.

Tickets will be available for the heats from 1st May.

December 2023

The Stairway to the Stars producers are not only looking to put on a fantastic competition to showcase the best talent across the UK, they also run an entertainment agency - Bass Beatz Productions where they are always seeking new acts to work with for gigs and contracts all year round.
So whether you are brand new to the industry or an established experienced act, this competition is for you!

If your application is successful you will gain the full Stairway to the Stars experience which includes workshop and coaching from industry professionals during the rehearsal & dress run process plus the chance to showcase your act to some of the UK's top entertainment management agencies.

When stepping into the world of performing professionally it is so important to have good promotional material, so we are offering all of our performers the opportunity to purchase their professional promotional package at a hugely discounted rate, which includes :
-Headshot
~ Live performance showreel
~ Live performance photos

~Interview

THE PRIZE...
The winner of the competition will be crowned '2025 Stairway to the Stars' champion with a trophy and a £1000 cash prize.
They will gain agency management & representation from Bass Beatz Productions.
They will have guaranteed performance gigs at prestigious events and festivals throughout the year.

The Semi-finalists will be guaranteed a place in the 2026 Stairway to the Stars competition. They will also gain act development, support, and progression working with Bass Beatz Productions.