BUDDING hopefuls are getting ready for the big time as the Wycombe Area Youth Council's Talent Show looms.

Artists are invited to try their hand at designing the cover of the programme which will be professionally produced and given out on the big night.

All young and talented people between the ages of 10 and 21 years-old are urged to come forward and audition for the popular concert at the Wycombe Swan on October 7, when it is hoped over 1,000 seats will be filled.

"T-21 is all about the far-reaching talent of young people in the community," said Linda Cockerell, spokesman for the youth council.

"Winners in past years have gone on to make CDs and have even been played on radio so it's definitely a stepping stone to bigger and better things. The fact that it is in such a prestigious venue as the Swan makes it so much more exciting," said council member Emily Barber.

Entry forms must be received by July 20 for the talent show and July 31 for producing the programme.

For more information call 01494 447250.