New Bostonians Talent Showcase - AUDITIONS - application deadline May 31, 2009

Audition opportunity for singers / musicians / dancers. To celebrate our 10th anniversary, the Mayor's Office of New Bostonians seeks talented youth and members of Boston's multicultural communities to showcase their diverse musical talents as part of New Bostonians Community Day, an event attended by more than 2,000 people.

Artists selected during the summer auditions will perform at the 10th ANNUAL NEW BOSTONIANS COMMUNITY DAY held on Wednesday, September 23, 2009 from 11am to 2pm. At this event, one performer or group will be chosen to receive an award from Boston Mayor Thomas M. Menino and will be invited to perform at the "We Are Boston" Gala Dinner honoring renowned cellist YoYo Ma, held on Tuesday, October 6, 2009, at The Hynes Convention Center, 900 Boylston Street, in Boston.

All ages are welcome and groups must consist of one to 10 local performers from Boston neighborhoods.

If you wish to audition and want to receive an application contact the Mayor's Office of New Bostonians. Once your application is accepted you will be assigned an audition date and time. A parent/guardian must sign the application if you are under 18 years of age.

Free - application deadline is Monday, June 1, 2009.

Auditions Fri-Sat, Jul 17-18, 10am to 3pm both days

Official Website: http://www.cityofboston.gov/newbostonians/