Think you have star potential? It may be worth $1,000. That's the amount that Cultivate Kingston (web link)—a local organization dedicated to connecting consumers with Kingston businesses—is promising to award the grand prize winner of the Hometown Impact Talent Showcase.

The contest, scheduled to take place noon to 5 p.m. on September 23 in Confederation Park (web link), will be judged by a celebrity panel and is open to all types of talent, from music and singing to dancing and magic, and likely everything in between. "Our esteemed judges bring their expertise and excitement to the table, making the competition fierce and the accolades even sweeter," explained an official statement received by Kingston Live. The judges were not named in the statement.

Potential contestants are being asked to apply online at cultivatekingston.com (web link)

"The Hometown Impact Talent Show isn't just about talent; it's about coming together to celebrate the incredible individuals that make our community thrive," the statement said.

Questions about The Hometown Impact Talent Show can be answered by email at [email protected] Posted: Sep 6, 2023 Originally Published: Sep 6, 2023