REGISTRATIONS OPEN NOW!
Rise Up Junior!
Calling the Beyoncés, Biebers, Bublés, and Bocellis of Tomorrow!
All Styles
CONTEMPORARY/ROCK/POP/COUNTRY
MUSICAL THEATRE/CLASSICAL
It's time to Rise Up!
WIN over $5,000 Worth of Prizes including $2,500 CASH!
Rise Up Junior is back for 2025, bigger and better than ever!
We are looking for South East QLD SINGERS AGED 12-17 who:
Want to be the next up and coming superstar 
Are looking for more opportunities to be seen
Are ready for more training
We have $2,500 – Ready for you to unleash your inner star at the Performance Studios RISE UP Singing Competition! Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out, we've got your back. 
Join the RISE UP Singing Competition for the opportunity to gain invaluable stage experience, industry exposure AND also be in the running to WIN $2,500 CASH!
MAJOR OPPORTUNITIES!
The Performance Studios Australia, RISE UP initiative is now in it's second year - and bigger and better than ever! We are seeking to uncover and nurture the next generation of Southeast Queensland's singing talent. This is an opportunity for budding singers aged 12 to 17 (that's right! 2024 brings a JUNIOR category too!) to showcase their VOICES and be in the running to win some incredible prizes and opportunities!
Applications Open SOON! Stay Tuned for Updates
REGISTER HERE!
Download information pack to review all competition information and requirements.
- Once you Register, our team will send you an Application Pack. This is a great time to start preparing your Audition!
- Stay Tuned! You will be notified when Applications officially open. Our Team will let you know the closing date.
- Keep your Calendar Clear... Semi-Final and Grand Final dates will be announced soon!
The RISE UP SINGING COMPETITION aims to discover and nurture the next generation of singing talent in the region and will provide the winner with the opportunity to receive mentorship and career guidance from the team at Performance Studios Australia.
Top 10 Finalists
Receive training opportunities with Performance Studios.
Send your request for application here, and we'll be in touch with your application form ASAP!
HOW TO ENTER
- Submit a video audition. This can be from your Smart Phone at home.
(Further instructions below) - Nominate FOUR contrasting song options for the competition. The Rise Up team will choose one for you to perform live.
- Complete the online application form (Sent to you once you've registered)
- Applications close Friday July 12 (5:00pm).
YOUR VIDEO AUDITION
- Upload your audition video to YouTube (no other formats accepted)
- Make sure the privacy is set to Unlisted.
- Click share, and copy the link into your Rise Up application form.
You can submit a Smart Phone recording from your home. It must be performed with music, such as a live instrument or backing track. This must be unedited.
This singing competition is open to all skill levels & vocal styles. We want to make sure you’re best represented on stage. The team are not expecting any sort of professional video production or performance for your audition, we just want to get to know you!
LET'S BREAK IT DOWN
Video Audition: The Rise Up team will review all video auditions and select singers for the live performances. Entry to the competition is not guaranteed on application.
Song Choice: Contestants are to provide FOUR contrasting song choices. The Rise Up team will select the song from these options for you to perform.
Live Performance: All successful singers will go straight to the stage, with a live performance in front of a panel of judges & audience.
Grand Final Launch: Top placing Contestants from previous rounds will battle it out to see who will take home the Grand Prize.
THE DATES YOU NEED TO KNOW:
Initial Applications Close: To Be Announced
First Round Finals: To Be Announced
Grand Final: To Be Announced
* It is advised to keep both Final dates available, as competition dates are subject to change.
PRIZES
The Rise Up competition will award over $5,000 of value in prizes + $2500 CASH!
Final Prize pool to be announced shortly... the prizes are set to include everything you need to launch your career. The Rise Up Junior Winner will receive a $2500 Cash Prize, and runners up will receive Vocal Care Packages, sponsored by The Voice Straw.
VENUE FOR FINALS
Club Noir Australia
3994 Pacific Highway,
Loganholme QLD 4129.
150 seat live music venue, and one of Logan's best kept secrets for live performance, arts, music, and theatre.
JUDGING CRITERIA
Vocals (scored out of 25): Including but not limited to; Vocal technique, tone, breath, timing, diction, vocal range, flexibility.
Performance Presence (scored out of 25): Stage presence, audience engagement, entertainment value, and connection.
Song Choice and Interpretation (scored out of 25): Arrangement, interpretation, and style.
Performer Presentation (scored out of 25): Individuality, Versatility, Confidence, Personal Grooming and Creativity.
REGISTRATION FEE
The registration fee is $70. This includes competition entry and a personally written critique from all rounds of the competition.
SHOW TICKETS
Tickets to each performance are available to the general public, and will cost $25 for U18s, and $35 for 18+. *transaction fees may apply
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
WHAT SHOULD I SING?
You may sing any style, but it must not contain explicit language, and should be appropriate for your age. Most importantly, choose a song that will entertain your audience.
HOW MUCH IS THE COMPETITION?
The registration fee is $70, which includes competition entry, personal critique from the judges judges throughout your competition journey.
HOW MUCH ARE AUDIENCE TICKETS TO THE SHOW?
Tickets range from $25 - $35. + transaction fees
WILL I EVER HAVE TO PERFORM LIVE?
Yes. All performances, aside from the audition videos, are performed live.
DO I HAVE TO BRING PEOPLE TO WATCH THE SHOW?
There is no obligation to sell tickets to the show. However, we highly encourage everyone to bring friends/family to watch the performance as the show is designed for a live audience, and is a lot more fun with someone cheering you on from the audience. This event is on sale to the general public.
WHAT IS THE AGE LIMIT?
Singers from ages 12 to 17 years are eligible to enter the competition. (You may be turning 12 or 17 in 2025)
WHERE DO I APPLY?
www.performancestudios.com.au/rise-up-application/
CAN I SING AN ORIGINAL?
No, while we love to hear original work, we ask that you submit a cover in order to give all contestants a fair chance.
CAN I SING ACAPELLA (without music)?
No. Must be with a backing track.
CAN I HAVE SOMEONE ACCOMPANY ME, OR PLAY A LIVE INSTRUMENT?
No. To keep the competition fair and to focus on vocals, live instruments are not permitted. All performances are to backing tracks only.
CAN THE MUSIC HAVE BACKING VOCALS?
The backing track is NOT permitted to have any backing vocals.
DO I HAVE TO BE AN EXPERIENCED SINGER?
The Rise Up competition is open for all experience levels and vocal styles.
WHO CANNOT ENTER?
Contestants must be unsigned by a record label.
DO I HAVE BE AN AUSTRALIAN RESIDENT?
You may apply as long as you live in Queensland, Australia. Non-residents may not be eligible for prizes.
IS THERE A SONG TIME LIMIT?
We prefer under 5 minutes per song is our preference.
DO I GET TO SEE THE SCORES?
No. We do not find providing the scores constructive, but all Contestants will receive personal written feedback.
ONE OF MY QUESTIONS ISN’T ANSWERED HERE. WHO CAN I CONTACT?
Contact the Rise Up team on the email below:
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
- Contestants must have a parent or guardian attend the event with them.
- Contestants must be unsigned to a record label.
- The entrance fee is non-refundable.
- The Judges’ decision is final.
- Rise Up reserves the right to add/reduce the number of contestants at any time.
- Rise Up reserves the right to change the dates and times of the event for any reason.
- Rise Up reserves the right to refuse entry to any one entrant at any time if deemed unsuitable for the competition.
- All prizes are subject to availability, and may change at any time. It is the responsibility of the Contestant to collect any allocated prizes within a 3 month period.