Next Up Awards
Who We Are
The spotlight is shining brighter than ever as the Next Up Awards takes center stage - a groundbreaking celebration dedicated to honoring the remarkable young stars of the performing arts.
This new awards ceremony is more than just an event; it’s a platform that highlights the extraordinary talent, creativity, and passion of children who are redefining what it means to inspire and captivate through their art. From dazzling dancers to captivating actors, the Next Up Awards promises to be a beacon for tomorrow’s icons, celebrating the journey of these rising stars as they transform dreams into reality.
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Categories
Industry Categories
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Best Child In A Musical
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Best Child In A Play
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Best Child In A TV Commercial
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Best Child In A Film
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Best Child In A Series
Non-Industry Categories
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Most Promising Child Vocalist
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Most Promising Child Dancer
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Most Promising Child Actor/Actress
Next Up Board Members
How To Nominate
To nominate a talented young performer, please complete a nomination form, including evidence of the child's talent. This can be a performance clip on stage, in class, or from a TV commercial, among other examples.
We look forward to celebrating the incredible talents of young performers!
For this inaugural year, we will accept nominations for professional work completed between
1st January 2023 and 31st December 2024.
All nominees must be under 16 at time of participation.
Key Dates:
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Nominations Open:1st March 2025 12pm GMT
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Nominations Close: 31st March 2025 11.59pm GMT
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Finalists Announced: 1st May 2025 12pm GMT
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Public Voting Opens: 1st May 2025 6pm GMT
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Public Voting Closes: 14th May 2025 12pm GMT
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Award Ceremony: Sunday 22nd June 2025 6pm at The Mick Jagger Centre - Dartford
Selection Process:
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Industry Board Review: After nominations close, our professional board members will review all submissions and select 3 finalists per category.
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Public Voting: Online voting systems opens.
Winner Selection:
The winner is the finalist with the most votes by the public.
The final voting numbers will not be disclosed publicly.
In the event of a tie, the board will make the final decision.