ABIGAILS ARTS AWARD 2027 IS NOW OPEN FOR APPLICATIONS!
Abigail’s Arts Award is again on the hunt for young artistic talent across Pembrokeshire!
Now in its sixth year, it’s aimed at 16 to 25 year olds in Pembrokeshire who need help pursuing their dreams of working in the creative or performing arts.
Two bursaries of £500 each are available, and young people across the county are being encouraged to apply. Whether their passion is singing or playing an instrument, dancing, photography or painting – if it involves the arts, they’re eligible.
Applications for the 2027 awards are now open!
Shortlisted applicants get the wonderful opportunity of appearing on the big stage at Theatr Gwaun in Fishguard. Under the bright lights they will perform to the judges and to a live audience, as part of a huge talent show!
The showcase event will take place in February 2027, and will also include performances by previous winners. In the past finalists have included film makers, harpists, rappers, singers and dancers – so it promises to be an eclectic show!
Visual artists will be able to display their work at the theatre and will be invited to give a short talk on the stage.
The award is named after Abigail Goswell who loved life, loved music and the arts, but who sadly passed away in 2020 from breast cancer. The bursary is funded by the Goswell family of Fishguard, to honour her memory, and is supported by Theatr Gwaun.
Her sister Emma Goswell said “It’s hard to believe that we lost Abigail over 6 years ago. I love being involved in her arts award as it helps me remember the good times that were punctuated by her love of music and the arts. I hope we’ve done her proud and her legacy will be one of encouraging others to follow their dreams.”
Patrick Thomas, Chair of Theatr Gwaun Community Trust, said “We at Theatr Gwaun are delighted to be hosting this inspiring event, and I encourage all budding artists and performers to consider applying.”
For interview requests please contact Emma Goswell on 07956 909904 or via emmagoswell@gmail.com
Applications are open until January 24th 2027. You can apply online via the Theatr Gwaun website: theatrgwaun.com/abigails-arts-award
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