The Department of Economic Development and Tourism (DEDAT) of the Western Cape has created an opportunity for young people to access international expertise, test export capability, create relations and be inspired by international trends, through its Go See UK Competition.
Five of the most deserving young artists aged between 18 and 34 years from the Western Cape who are interested in, or are presently earning a living from a creative discipline such as dance, drama, visual arts or music, will be taken on an all expenses paid developmental trip to the UK, including West End. During the trip they will be assisted to develop relationships with similar-minded young artists through mentorships, make contact with other professionals and open up business opportunities and networks for themselves and others from the Western Cape. Through the competition DEDAT aims to create more sustainable, creative black businesses.
The contestants have been whittled down from 200 chosen applicants to the top 27, of which five will be chosen to represent the WC in the UK. The next round of auditions takes place on 10 September at the CPUT Bellville Auditorium at 18h00.
