FOLLOWING a series of soul-stirring performances at the final showdown in June, the winners of the University of Guyana Got Talent (UGGT) competition will be announced in a highly anticipated event scheduled for 18:30 hrs on Friday, August 2, 2024, at the Theatre Guild in Kingston, Georgetown.

According to a press release, among other highlights, the event will feature top performances from some of the past winners of the competition.
The final showdown of UGGT was held on 20 June 2024, at the Theatre Guild. It was a spectacular display of creativity and skill, during which contestants showcased their extraordinary talents in their quest to become Talent Ambassadors for the University of Guyana.
In the final round of the competition, the judges and audience had a 50/50 say in who the winners and newest Talent Ambassadors of UG will be.
This year’s live competition began on May 8 with 19 hopefuls following the auditions on April 26 and 27.
For many of the contestants, it has proven to be an exciting journey resulting in the selection of eight exceptional finalists with the highest combined judges’ scores and audience votes and two wildcard contestants previously eliminated; those 11 contestants competed for the coveted top spots in the competition.

The finalists are: Joel Weekes, Rani Goberdhan, Lilian Rege, Jiavon Weekes, Asiyan Kayum, Roshauna Fraser, Serena Hope, Nathania Hamilton-Samad, Kezia Nunes, Tirishatha Semple, and Cherise Roberts.
The finalists embody the diverse and rich talent found at the University of Guyana. Their journey through the competition has been marked by dedication and a passion for their craft. Each contestant has captivated audiences with their amazing performances—from soul-stirring poetry and melodious songs to beautiful dance routines and riveting dramatic pieces.

The first place winner will receive GY$300,000 in cash and kind, while the second and third place winners will be awarded GY$250,000 and GY$200,000 in cash and kind respectively.

Fourth and fifth place winners are also set to win GY$150,000 and GY$100,000 in cash and kind respectively.

Additionally, the top five persons will have the unique opportunity to star in an original UG’s Got Talent production, further showcasing their talents and potentially launching their artistic careers. All contestants will receive a prize including prizes for original work.
UG’s Got Talent is more than just a competition; it was created to support UG’s Arts Programme, initiated in celebration of the university’s 60-year milestone. This platform provides students and staff with a great opportunity to shine on a grand stage.
“[We] could not have been possible without the support of our sponsors—GTT, UMAMI, Eureka Medical Laboratory, Maggie’s Catering & Snackette, Miracle Optical, and private individuals who wish to remain anonymous,” UGGT said.
Tickets for the ceremony could be purchased at UG’s PACE office or the Theatre Guild. The show will also be streamed live on the University of Guyana’s Facebook page for persons residing in Guyana. Persons from overseas could join via Pay-Per-View for USD at https://celebrateug60.com/uggt/