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Washington Emerging 2025
Are you a young musician? Do you want to perform on stage? Apply to take part in Washington Emerging 2025!
Bright Lights is Arts Centre Washington’s annual youth arts festival. Last year, we launched Washington Emerging – a showcase of the North East’s best up-and-coming young musicians, with performances by the likes of Lottie Willis, Swindled and Tom A. Smith.
This year, we want to highlight even more of the regions talent and invite young musicians to register their interest in performing as part of the showcase. Whether you’re a solo artist or part of a group, make anything from folk to funk, this is an exciting opportunity to perform in front of an audience with your peers.
Important information
Please read the important information before submitting an expression of interest.
Submissions close: Thursday 6th February, 4pm
Notification by email: Friday 7th February, 4pm
Washington Emerging 2025: Friday 28th February, 6pm-9pm
Who can perform?
Any groups or solo artists with members under the age of 21 and who live in the region can register their interest in performing.
We welcome submissions from solo artists and groups.
During the course of the showcase you may be photographed or recorded on video. On occasions this material may be used for promotional purposes by Arts Centre Washington or Sunderland Culture.
If you require support with your application, please contact:
Bright Lights Youth Arts Festival is supported by Sunderland City Council’s Washington Area Committee as part of our Creative You Project.