TWO open mic competitions for young people aged between 12 and 18 are being held at the Maltings Arts Theatre in St Albans. They are a chance for participants to put their performance skills to the test and take part as a musician — solo or in a band — co

TWO open mic competitions for young people aged between 12 and 18 are being held at the Maltings Arts Theatre in St Albans.

They are a chance for participants to put their performance skills to the test and take part as a musician - solo or in a band - comedian, poet, magician, MC or any other act.

The two heats are being held on Thursday, March 27, and Thursday, April 3, both starting at 7pm, and the winner will get their own gig at the theatre during the 2008 summer season.

Further information and an application form is available from the box office on 01727 844222.