NEPA's Got Talent Show Celebrates 2026 Performers

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The NEPA's Got Talent Show took place in March at the F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts in Wilkes-Barre, featuring 29 talented performers from across Northeast Pennsylvania. The show included pianists, vocalists, guitarists, dance solos and groups, who were selected through auditions to take the stage before an enthusiastic audience. Performers were judged by a panel as well as audience votes, with winners chosen in various categories.

Why it matters

The NEPA's Got Talent Show provides a platform for aspiring performers from the region to showcase their skills and gain recognition, fostering the local arts community. The event has become an annual tradition that celebrates the diverse musical and dance talents found throughout Northeast Pennsylvania.

The details

The talent show featured a wide range of performers, including pianists Lilly Anderson and Benny Mukendi, the Banat al Sahra Tabla Raq Dance Group, vocalists Jadyn Culp and Marisa Hinkley, the rock band Eraser, and the Mount Zion Choir, among others. Judges included local arts leaders Josh Balz, Bill Fehringer, Judith Miller, and Miss Luzerne County Madelyn Rowan. The event was organized by a committee led by chairperson Andrea Bogusko.

• The NEPA's Got Talent Show took place in March 2026.
• Performers were selected through auditions prior to the event.

What they’re saying

What’s next

The organizers of the NEPA's Got Talent Show are already planning for the 2027 event, which will likely take place in March of that year.