At 71 years of age, Sue Wegner is Griffith Regional Theatre’s oldest employee. But she is driven by a passion for promoting art to young people.
Subscribe now for unlimited access.
$0/
(min cost $0)
or signup to continue reading
Ms Wegner would like to see everyone in the MIA get involved in My Fest – Murrumbidgee Youth Xtreem Arts Festival – a two week program of art, music, poetry and activities held at various locations across Griffith from 18 September and 30 September.
The week’s showpiece event will be Fast Track Talent event on September 24, which is providing a one a once in a lifetime opportunity to get on stage and perform in front of professional judges at Griffith Regional Theatre.
The Griffith’s Got Talent quest is open to singers, dancers, bands, duos, trios, classical musos, DJs, magicians, comedians and anyone with talent to showcase.
Griffith Regional Theatre Manager Raina Savage said, “There is so much talent in the Western Riverina and this is an amazing opportunity for young people from across the region to jump on stage and show just how good they are.”
Ms Savage said, “There are fantastic prizes and industry opportunities for the winners – but the excitement doesn’t end there. Guest judges include X Factor and Eurovision superstar Isaiah Firebrace and finalist Amalia Foy – and the finalists will get to share the stage with Isaiah who is starring in a fantastic grant final concert!”
The Fast Track Grand Final Concert with Eurovision star Isaiah Firebrace and X Factor finalist Amalia Foy kicks off at 7pm.
Those interested in showcasing their talent can find out more information from www.fasttracksinging.com.au or by emailing griffith@fasttracktalent.com.au.
If you’d just like to watch, tickets are available from Griffith Regional Theatre Box Office and theatre website www.griffithregionaltheatre.com.au. Tickets Adult: $60, Concession: $55, Child: $40, Member: $50, Family discounts available.
For information on other events happening during My Fest, visit their Facebook page on https://www.facebook.com/MYFEST2017/.