• Performing Arts
• Dancer
  • Dancer Guidelines
• Music Makers
  • Senior Music Makers Guidelines
  • Junior Music Makers Guidelines
• Entertainer
  • Entertainer Guidelines
• Singer
  • Singer Guidelines
• Gig Night
• Hexagon
• Festival Gala

Entertainer Guidelines

ENTERTAINER
GUIDELINES

Who can enter?

Anyone aged between 5 and 18 years who attend one of our participating schools or lives in Henley or in a nearby village in South Oxfordshire. If you have changed schools but have previously taken part in the Youth Festival please contact Helen McClure on 01491 628535 or email her on helenmc.hyf@googlemail.com

What kind of performance can I do?

Acting, singing, juggling, comedy, magic, or performing your own compositions – all talents are welcome.

Can I use an amplifier?

Yes you can – just give details of the equipment you need to bring on the Entry Form and if you don’t have your own equipment but would like to use someone else’s, please phone Helen McClure on 01491 628535 or email her on helenmc.hyf@googlemail.com

Please note that if you are a singer who will not be using a microphone and you wish to be considered for a trophy donated by the Rotary Club of Henley-on-Thames; please enter the Singer event.

Can bands enter?

Yes, but If you are over 11 years old please enter the Gig Night .

Can I enter as a soloist AND as part of a group?

Yes, you may enter both as a soloist and as part of a group but you can only take part in two items so we can fit in as many people as possible.

Are there Rehearsals?

Yes, you will be contacted the week beginning March 8th and allocated a rehearsal slot.

How long should my performance be?

3 minutes or under, but if you are a group performing a piece of drama it may be up to an absolute maximum of 5 minutes.

Can I use props?

Yes you can, but please limit to those that can easily be taken on and off stage.

How do I Buy Tickets to watch the show?

Tickets will be available from the Kenton Box Office from Monday the 22nd February 2010. See Tickets  for more information.

Parent helpers

Would you be able to help either Backstage or as a Front of House Steward at any on the Kenton events? Please let us know on the entry form and we will contact you.

Medical Information

If any performer has a medical issue that you think we should be aware of, please complete the Medical Form  which can be downloaded from the website.

Photographs

Photographs can only be taken by the official HYF photographer who will be present at most events during the Festival Week. These will be available to purchase on a restricted website shortly after the event by emailing: hyfphotolink@btconnect.com

Photos and video may be used in promotional material and on this website. Should you have any objection to your child’s photo or video of your child being used, please notify us by email: a.staley@btconnect.com

How do I enter?

Download and print the Guidelines & Entry Form and send completed to the address on the form by Friday 5th March 2010. For more information contact Helen McClure on 01491 628535 or email helenmc.hyf@googlemail.com