BENNINGTON \u2013 Aspiring performers of all ages are invited to show off their skills as auditions for Bennington County\u2019s Got Talent open Thursday, Dec. 11. Interested participants have until Friday, Jan. 31, 2026 to submit an online audition through BenningtonBanner.com\/GotTalent<\/a>.<\/p>\n The audition process is simple and designed to welcome a wide range of talent. Applicants can submit a video of any length or resolution showcasing their abilities, whether it\u2019s singing, dancing, comedy, playing instruments, or performing in special acts, solo or in groups.<\/p>\n \u201cYou don\u2019t have to audition with the act you\u2019re planning on doing during the live event,\u201d said Susan Plaisance, Advertising Manager and one of the show\u2019s producers. \u201cAudition using a previously recorded video or take a new one so we get a sense of what you\u2019ll do. We will reach out after Jan. 31 to confirm your participation, and you\u2019ll have more time to decide what your act will be at the Live Show.\u201d<\/p>\n Lauren Biasi, winner of Bennington County\u2019s Got Talent 2025, encouraged aspiring performers to take part.<\/p>\n \u201cBennington\u2019s Got Talent is such a fun experience,” she said. “To be up on stage along with other talented people from the area is rewarding on its own; winning was just a bonus. You\u2019re never too young, or too old, to give it a try. Feed your inner star, share your talent, and have your moment to shine.\u201d<\/p>\n Finalists will take part in the Live Show on Friday, Feb. 27, 2026, at the Monument Arts & Cultural Center. The show provides performers with a full professional experience, including running tech with lighting and sound professionals, assistance from stagehands, and day-of training on stage presence. Each act will receive feedback from judges, and an MC will host the evening. Performers will also enjoy the venue\u2019s green room and the beautiful Monument Arts facilities. The live show will also feature a special performance by Lauren Biasi, winner of the 2025 competition.<\/p>\n The Live Show is a ticketed event, with tickets launching in early February. The audience will play an important role, serving as the \u201cfifth vote\u201d in addition to the judges\u2019 scores. Performers will compete for a $1,000 grand prize and the chance to showcase their talents to the community both in-person and online.<\/p>\n Bennington County\u2019s Got Talent is produced by the Bennington Banner and its partners. Those interested in sponsorship opportunities can contact Susan Plaisance at splaisance@benningtonbanner.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n