Talent Categories - Rising Stars Uk

Award Categories

Mini Singer of the Year (4–6 yrs)

For our youngest voices with charm and natural musicality.

Junior Singer of the Year (7–11 yrs)

Celebrating vocal talent, confidence, and stage-ready energy.

Teen Singer of the Year (12–16 yrs)

Awarded to standout vocalists with technique, power, and presence.

Mini Dancer of the Year (4–6 yrs)

Recognising rhythm, expression, and energy in early dance talent.

Junior Dancer of the Year (7–11 yrs)

For young performers showing great control, timing, and style.

Teen Dancer of the Year (12–16 yrs)

Awarded for technical skill, performance quality, and stage power.

Mini Performer of the Year (4–6 yrs)

For expressive little stars with big imagination and personality.

Junior Actor/Actress of the Year (7–11 yrs)

Celebrating storytelling, emotion, and character delivery.

Teen Actor/Actress of the Year (12–16 yrs)

For teens showing professionalism and emotional range in their performance.

Mini Model of the Year (4–6 yrs)

Recognising camera confidence, charm, and natural posing.

Junior Model of the Year (7–11 yrs)

Awarded for runway presence, photo skill, and visual impact.

Teen Model of the Year (12–16 yrs)

Celebrating personal style, poise, and industry-ready presence.

Best Runway Walk (All Ages)

For the strongest walk, posture, and catwalk confidence on camera.

Fashion Star of the Year (All Ages)

For creativity in styling and personality in fashion performance.

Most Photogenic Performer (All Ages)

Awarded to the entrant with natural charisma and visual appeal in front of the camera.

Mini All-Round Performer (4–6 yrs)

For little stars who show more than one talent — singing, dancing, acting, or modelling.

Junior All-Round Performer (7–11 yrs)

Recognising versatile young performers with multiple strengths.

Teen All-Round Performer (12–16 yrs)

Awarded to a well-rounded, multi-talented finalist with strong stage presence.

Best Variety Act (All Ages)

For unique entries that blend two or more talents in one exciting performance.

Confidence Star of the Year (All Ages)

For a finalist who shines with self-belief, bravery, and spirit.

Star Personality Award (All Ages)

Awarded for charisma, humour, and likeability that lights up a room.

Kindest Star Award (All Ages)

For children recognised for their kindness, encouragement, and team spirit.

Inspiration Award (All Ages)

Awarded to a finalist who has overcome challenges or inspires others through their story or attitude.

Judges’ Choice Award (All Ages)

Selected by the judging panel for a child who made a unique and lasting impression.

Mini Kidfluencer of the Year (4–6 yrs)

For creative, confident little ones who share their personality online (video submission only).

Junior Kidfluencer of the Year (7–11 yrs)

Recognising engaging, age-appropriate content and creative self-expression.

Teen Kidfluencer of the Year (12–16 yrs)

For confident digital creators who use social media in a positive, inspiring way.

Emerging Talent of the Year (All Ages)

For a newcomer who shows incredible potential and promise.

Parent’s Choice Award (All Ages)

Voted by families or audience members prior to the finals.

Rising Star of the Year (Overall Winner)

Our highest honour — awarded to the most outstanding overall performer across all categories.