SEARCH FOR A BOROUGH STAR

10th July 2008

Crewe and Nantwich Borough Council’s Town Centre Management, in partnership with The Market Centre and Wulvern Housing, are busy arranging this years Star Search Competition.  To be held on Saturday 2nd August on the Market Square in Crewe.  Applicants should arrive early, registration from 10.30am, to ensure they get the opportunity to enter for this prestigious talent competition; to be the Borough Star Search Winner and grab £200 cash prize money.

At the same time Crewe welcome’s back Sam Plank, popular Stoke presenter, who is launching a new Digital Radio Station early September called Focal Radio and will be entertaining the crowds in his unique style.

2007 winner Becky Irlam, just 18 years of age, has in the last year continued to perform with gigs mainly in clubs and pubs, winning the title of ‘Entertainer of the Year’ two years ago, Becky has also performed at the Lyceum Theatre supporting the Christies shows, seen locally at the Carnival and is scheduled to perform at Biddulph's Glitz and Glamour event in October.

Previous Star Search winners have gone on to enjoy some success with their musical careers, including Tandie Sthal who featured on the television series ‘X-Factor’. 

Councillor Jacquie Weatherill, Portfolio Holder for the Local Environment said,

“This is the opportunity for Crewe and Nantwich residents to proudly display their talents.  We have some very gifted performers, some professional or those who just enjoy entertaining as a hobby, this is an opportunity for them to take centre stage and show just how good they are.  Entrants will compete for some very attractive prizes kindly provided by The Market Centre and Wulvern Housing. I wish all the contestants “Good Luck” on the day.”

Glenn Davies, Manager for the Market Centre added, “I am delighted to become involved in this event and offer a prize which hopefully will attract some talented performers.  We intend to get involved with more town centre activities, particularly during the Festive period, to make shoppers visits to the town even more enjoyable.”

For further details please do not hesitate to contact Elaine Dodd, Crewe and Nantwich Town Centre Manager, on 01270 537559.  There is also a full Directory of Events which happen in and also close to town on the Borough Councils web site, http://www.crewe-nantwich.co.uk/ on the home page click onto the ‘Entertainment in Town’ icon.

Photocall: 

Wednesday, 23rd July at 12.30pm at the main entrance of the Market Centre.



Council Contact:                             Elaine Dodd– Town Centres Manager

Telephone:                                     01270 537559

Email:                                             elaine.dodd@crewe-nantwich.gov.uk 



For Media enquiries contact:          Ian Richardson

Telephone:                                     01270 537559

Email:            ian.richardson@crewe-nantwich.gov.uk  or http://www.crewe-nantwich.gov.uk/