Deadline extended for Top Talent LIVE auditions

The deadline for the OCPS performing arts students to audition now is Friday, Feb. 20.

By Liz Ramos
| 6:50 p.m. February 16, 2026

Observer School Zone
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There still is time for Orange County Public Schools performing arts students to audition for the Top Talent LIVE competition.

The deadline to audition for the Top Talent LIVE competition has been extended to Friday, Feb. 20.

The competition showcases outstanding performing arts students from elementary, middle and high schools.

The event includes expert judges, fan-favorite voting and cash awards for winners and their schools.

Funds from Top Talent LIVE will support the Foundation for Orange County Public Schools' mission to provide arts enrichment for OCPS students as well as post-secondary arts education for students experience poverty and homelessness.

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Liz Ramos

Managing Editor Liz Ramos previously covered education and community for the East County Observer. Before moving to Florida, Liz was an education reporter for the Lynchburg News & Advance in Virginia for two years after graduating from the Missouri School of Journalism.