Surprises for 2026 as 12 'incredible' finalists selected for Worksop's Got Talent 2026

Organisers of Worksop’s Got Talent have chosen their fantastic 12 finalists for the last ever show, to take place on Friday, November 6, 2026, at North Notts Arena.

This year the show features its oldest ever contestant, and its first female comedian, along with varied singers, an Irish dancer, a dance troupe, a gymnastics team, a drummer and the show’s first ventriloquist.

The spectacular line-up has something to interest everyone.

Twelve lucky, talented acts will perform live in front of 700 local people and four celebrity judges in just two months time, with tickets already close to 75 per cent sold out.

James Clarke with Connie Emery, a previous winner, and WGT team members Alexandra Burton and Lucy Revis. (Photo:  Ethan Clarke Photography and Videography )placeholder image
James Clarke with Connie Emery, a previous winner, and WGT team members Alexandra Burton and Lucy Revis. (Photo: Ethan Clarke Photography and Videography )

James Clarke, organiser of Worksop’s Got Talent, said: “Since our first show back in 2016, we have been lucky enough to attract lots of incredible local talent,

but this year’s finale cast is our best line-up ever.

"We can’t wait to showcase them all at our unmissable last ever show in November. You really don’t want to miss this, so secure your tickets today to avoid disappointment.”

Kyran Bowes, who has played Jack Webster in ITV’s ‘Coronation Street’ for the last 10 years, was announced as the first celebrity judge recently, with further celebrity judge announcements coming soon.

One of the acts chosen as a finalist in this year's Worksop's Got Talent. (Photo:  Ethan Clarke Photography and Videography)placeholder image
One of the acts chosen as a finalist in this year's Worksop's Got Talent. (Photo: Ethan Clarke Photography and Videography)

Worksop’s Got Talent has become one of the region’s biggest annual events.

Since launching in 2016, it has raised more than £185,000 for charity, while giving talented performers from across the area the opportunity to take to the stage in front of a sellout audience.

High-profile celebrities have supported the event in the past, both in-person and virtually, with the likes of Simon Cowell, Piers Morgan, James Corden,

Kym Marsh and Boris Johnson previously lending their support - so anything is possible at this year’s event.

This year's Worksop's Got Talent includes a drummer contestant. (Photo:  Ethan Clarke Photography and Videography)placeholder image
This year's Worksop's Got Talent includes a drummer contestant. (Photo: Ethan Clarke Photography and Videography)

This year’s finale will bring together 700 members of the local community for one final celebration of outstanding talent and the show will feature an incredible line-up of varied, local performers competing for the coveted Worksop’s Got Talent title, with plenty of special surprises throughout the evening.

Due to it being the last ever event, tickets are selling faster than ever and can be bought via https://ticketsource.co.uk/worksopsgottalent.

To stay up-to-date on this popular event, follow Worksop’s Got Talent on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn and YouTube.

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