WYCHAVON is once again on the hunt for the best in local young talent as part of its W Factor competition.

Gifted singers, dancers, actors, photographers, artists and circus performers are all being asked to step forward to take part in the competition run by the district council every year.

Applicants must be aged between 11 and 18 and live within the Wychavon area.

Auditions will be held at the beginning of February 2010 in Salwarpe Village Hall, Blackminster Middle School, Evesham, St Barnabas Middle School, Drakes Broughton, and Bredon Village Hall.

Winners will get the chance to receive further training as well as the opportunity to perform or exhibit at local events such as The Party in the Park.

For an application form call Amandine Rich on 01386 565497 or email amandine.rich@wychavon.gov.uk