Burlington, ON – Drury Lane Theatrical Productions is thrilled to announce the return of the Young Artist Competition for 2025, an inspiring celebration of youth talent and musical theatre
excellence.
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Open to non-union performers 19 years of age and under (as of May 1st, 2025), this competition gives aspiring young artists from Burlington and surrounding areas the opportunity to showcase their vocal talents. Winners in each age category can receive up to $200 in prize money and a chance to perform as a soloist at the prestigious Drury Lane Awards Gala on June 28th, 2025.
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Eligibility & Categories:
Participants must perform a musical theatre song from a staged Broadway musical (songs from Disney movies are only accepted if included in a Broadway stage production). Costumes are encouraged but not required. Props must be minimal and managed by the performer.
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Age Divisions (as of May 1, 2025):
Note: Any non - union performer who has worked on a professional stage can only submit to the Pre-Professional Showcase Category.
● Junior Division: 11 years and under – $100 prize
● Intermediate Division: 12–15 years – $200 prize
● Senior Division: 16–19 years – $200 prize and solo performance at the Awards Gala
● Pre-Professional Showcase Category: All Ages - $200 scholarship for most promising performer. Any performer who has worked on a professional stage can only submit to this category.
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Key Dates:
● Application Deadline: May 23rd, 2025
● Top 20 Announcement: May 26th, 2025
● Young Artist Competition: June 7th, 2025 @ 7:00pm at Drury Lane Theatre
● Mandatory Technical Rehearsal: June 7th, 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. *You will only be required for a 30 min rehearsal/workshop during this time frame.
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All Top 20 finalists will receive valuable performance feedback and coaching during the day of the technical rehearsal before performing in the evening showcase adjudicated by a
professional panel.
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Application Details:
Step 1: Fill out the online application form by May 23rd, 2025
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Step 2: Submit a $20 non-refundable application fee via e-transfer to
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Performers may upload a video audition using either live accompaniment or a backing track (MP3/MP4). If selected for the Top 20, they may bring their accompanist or use a provided track
at the live showcase.
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Thank you to our Sponsors:
Premier Sponsor: Heritage Place
Title Sponsor: Burlington Holiday Inn
Special Recognition: Incite Foundation for the Arts
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Media Contact: Dania Thurman
Manager of Publicity, Marketing Team
Drury Lane Theatrical Productions Inc.
2269 New Street, Burlington, ON L7R 1J4
Tel: 905-464-7485
Email:
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Inquiries about the competition can be directed to:
Stacey Tiller –
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Join us in supporting the next generation of musical theatre stars!
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