Actors’ Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre, together with presenting sponsor The Children’s Trust, are gearing up for the 10th Annual Young Talent Big Dreams Virtual Finals presentation – the most widespread, free youth talent competition in Miami-Dade County. Prizes range from performing arts scholarships to cash awards and performance opportunities. The grand prize winner will receive a free trip – airfare, hotel and passes for two – to attend the live Teen Choice Awards, courtesy of WSVN 7News, along with $500 in cash.

The talent competition features a total of six individual categories including pop/rock/rap vocals, musical theatre/jazz standards/classical vocals, dance, musical instrument, original spoken word, and original vocal and/or instrumental composition. Categories for groups of six or fewer members include dance, musical instrument/bands and vocal groups. Young Talent Big Dreams is modeled after reality TV talent shows that offer similar opportunities to contestants through a series of auditions, performances and professional mentoring. Judges include a host of local celebrities and professionals from Miami’s performing arts community. www.actorsplayhouse.org