Have you got The Seb Factor?
Until 2014 one of the most popular events on the Kettering calendar was “The K Factor” – a talent competition that celebrated the best our region had to offer.
Following the success of Strictly For Sebastian, we are bringing “The K Factor” back with a new name – “The Seb Factor”!
We are looking for acts who think they have what it takes to make it to our live final – a glamorous show at the Lighthouse Theatre on Sunday 6th October – and your talent could be anything from singing to dancing, from magicians to musicians.
We are looking for both solo acts and large groups. There is no lower age limit, but all entrants must be eighteen or under by 31st December 2024. Entries open until Sunday 18th August 2024.
Prizes
There will be more prizes confirmed soon (keep checking back here for details), but at time of press our winner’s prize package will include:
- A performance slot in front of an audience of thousands at the Kettering Christmas Lights Switch On
- A selection of vouchers for both local and national brands
- The opportunity to donate £500 to a local good cause of your choice
- Coverage in the Northants Telegraph
- The title of “The Seb Factor” champion 2024!
Team Sebastian
Team Sebastian has already, in 2024, donated over £75,000 to help support local young people and their families in memory of six-year-old Sebastian Nunney, who united the community before losing his fight against Neuroblastoma in January.
We will be using money from ticket sales, sponsorship and fundraising to help raise money for Youth Works, a local youth charity, under the Team Sebastian banner.
The Judges
Alfie Castley
We are delighted to announce the first of our four judges – Kettering singing sensation Alfie Castley. Following his dates supporting Take That in Europe this summer, he will be casting his eye over our contestants at The Seb Factor live final!
More Judges Announced Soon!
More Judges Announced Soon!
The closing date for applications is Sunday 18th August 2024. Contestants must be available to perform at both the live show on Sunday 6th October 2024 and Kettering Christmas Lights Switch On, Thursday 28th November 2024. All application forms must be filled in by a parent or a responsible adult. By completing an application form you are agreeing for us to use your application on this website and on Team Sebastian and The Seb Factor social media if you are chosen as a finalist. The shortlisting panel’s decision on which acts make it through to the final show will be final.