Hicks Canyon Talent Show
Congratulations to our incredible performers from the 2025/2026 Talent Show!
2026 Talent Show
THE BASICS:
Who can participate in the Talent Show?
Hicks Canyon students in Kindergarten – 5th Grade are welcome to participate! Students can perform solo or in a group. All students in the show must be currently enrolled at Hicks.
Is there a cost to participate?
There is NO fee to audition. Selected acts will have a $25 registration fee per student to participate. In addition, each student is required to have an adult (parent or guardian) complete 1 volunteer shift (no more than 2 hours). More details on this below.
What types of acts are allowed?
Singing, dancing, playing an instrument, skits, magic tricks, gymnastics, comedy, or any other family-friendly talent! Please no lip-syncing. We also have student "hosts" (introducing the next acts). Please keep acts school-appropriate in both content and costume.
Does everyone make the show?
We will be hosting auditions and working with our director to ensure the show has a variety of acts and talents. We are NOT able to promise that all acts will be selected for the show. Please help your Husky understand this before attending auditions.
How long can each act be?
Acts should be no longer than 2 minutes. This ensures that everyone gets a chance to shine and we can fit all acts into the show. Please note, auditions are limited to 1 minute.
Can students be in more than one act?
To allow as many students as possible to participate, each student may perform in one act only.
AUDITION DETAILS:
WHAT: Auditions are hosted to review all acts for appropriateness, timing, and stage setup needs. The goal is to include as many students as we can in the show while ensuring a variety of acts, ages and smooth flow for the show. Auditions are limited to 1 minute.
In Person Auditions:
- In-Person Auditions are hosted after school (dates TBD for the 2026/2027 school year)
Video Auditions:
- Video auditions are also considered. More details to come when audition details are announced.
WHAT TO BRING: Students should come prepared with everything needed for their act — music, props, costumes, and instruments if applicable. (No need to bring a piano or keyboard; the school has a piano.) Music must be school-appropriate and submitted to our Director ahead of Auditions. You will receive more information with your audition time slot confirmation.
For students auditioning as a HOST:
Please prepare one OPENER and one INTRO. GET CREATIVE! You have 1 minute to show off your amazing personalities and speaking ability!
OPENER EXAMPLE:
"Hello! And welcome to the Hicks Canyon Elementary Talent Show. My name is Joe Smith and I will be one of your hosts for this evening. All of the acts involved tonight have been working for weeks to put on this amazing show and we cannot wait to show you all tonight! Who is ready to have a good time tonight??!! Alright... without further ado….on with the show!"
INTRO EXAMPLE:
"Our next act comes to us all the way from New York City where she studied voice and piano extensively with the Metropolitan Opera! Ladies and gentlemen, please welcome to the stage Ariana Grande!"
REHEARSAL DETAILS:
Once the acts are selected, parents will be notified and given the opportunity to register their performer ($25 registration fee) and sign up for a volunteer shift.
At that time we'll also be setting the rehearsal schedule. To make the rehearsals as efficient as possible, acts will be grouped together so that not all students will attend rehearsal for every act.
The rehearsal schedule is TBD for the 2026/2027 school year - check back here when Talent Show news is announced!
Attendance at all assigned rehearsals is required. Unless your child is sick, they should not miss their
rehearsal. If a performer misses rehearsals, it is possible the act will be pulled from the show.
Your child will need to bring all of their supplies for their act to EACH rehearsal (instrument, props, etc.) Again, the school has a piano. Outfits should be neat, comfortable, and school appropriate.
SHOW DATE DETAILS:
The show date is TBD - and is hosted in the large MPR at school.
General Admission tickets are $10. Cast families will have an opportunity to purchase tickets before they go on sale to the rest of the school. All HCE families (and neighbors) are invited!
Students will also perform a show during school the week of the show for their fellow students (sorry, parents are NOT able to attend this show!).
FAQs:
Why do you require parents to volunteer?
Putting on a Performing Arts production takes a lot of work! To ensure the safety of our students and a fun experience for all, we need all hands on deck! We will need volunteers to help with rehearsal, programs, backstage supervision, decorations, ticket takers at the show, ushering, and more. We are asking that all parents commit to at least ONE volunteer shift (no more than 2 hours) during the course of our program. No experience is necessary!
If you do not sign up for a volunteer shift, one will be assigned for you. We recommend signing up for the slot that works best for you once the sign ups are released.
How come my child has to attend rehearsals? They already practice their talent with lessons/a private coach, etc.
Our talent show isn't just about solo performances. Our students will work together in a choreographed opening number and closing number, as well as need to learn their cues and the flow of the show. We love celebrating all of our performers, and we ask that all students support each other and participate.
Contact events@hickscanyon.org with any questions!
