Youth Performer | TEDxBillings

APPLY TO PERFORM AT TEDxBILLINGS YOUTH 2026

Do you have a talent worth sharing?

We’re now accepting performer and entertainer applications for the 2026 TEDxBillings Youth event!
The deadline to apply is January 25, 2026.

Thank you for your interest in taking the TEDxBillings Youth stage. This event is a platform for young voices to share their creativity, talent, and ideas with our community. Whether through music, dance, poetry, or another form of artistic expression, your performance can inspire and spark connection in others.

Selections will be made based on the strength and thoughtfulness of each application, so take your time to help us get to know who you are and what drives your passion.

Chosen performers will be notified in February 2026!

Please apply to this theme:

Uncommon: Unique Ways for a Unique World

What does this mean?

Everyone experiences problems that are common to many people in our everyday lives. But we each have our own unique POV to these personal challenges. It is your unique vision that allows growth and learning to be shared with others. If you created an idea or have experienced an uncommon solution to a common problem, we want to hear from you. Your talk can empower others to create a unique world together.

Suggested interest areas: Relational, Financial, Mental, Social, Academic, Environmental, Community, Cultural, Physical, Artistic, Linguistic

Name

Email

Phone Number

Grade & School You Are Attending

Briefly describe your experience as an entertainer. Include any past performances.

Proposed Title of Your TEDx Performance:

Type of Entertainment: (e.g., musician, magician, comedian, poet, dance group, etc.) Describe your act or performance.

Will you incorporate verbal communication, such as a spoken introduction or commentary, into your performance, or is your act purely non-verbal? Please clarify.

Provide links or samples of your past performances (e.g., YouTube videos, SoundCloud tracks, website links, etc.).

Have you received any awards, recognition, or media coverage related to your work?

Are you able to comply with the TEDx guidelines and format, including adhering to the time limit for your performance (typically 18 minutes or less)?

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Provide contact information for two references who can speak to your abilities.

Please copy any social media links you have here

Is there any other information or details you'd like to share that you believe would strengthen your application?

Parent First and Last Name

I give my permission for this applicant to be considered as a speaker or performer at the TEDxBillingsYouth event. I understand that I will need to sign a media release and a TEDx Speaker Release form if this applicant is selected to be a speaker or performer at TEDxBillingsYouth.

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I understand that by participating I consent to be photographed by TEDxBillings, Billings Public Schools, media outlets and other audience members. These photographs and videos may be used in news articles and videos, on social media, on TEDxBillings or Billings Public Schools websites, school district newsletters and other promotional materials.

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Guidelines

I have read the TED Content and Copyright Guidelines Here and Here

Thank you for your interest in speaking at TEDxBillingsYouth! We appreciate your enthusiasm and passion for sharing ideas worth spreading. Please be advised that TEDxBillingsYouth selects its speakers and performers based on the strength of their applications. Our selection process consists of a thorough 3-step review. While TEDxBillings is dedicated to providing an enriching experience for our speakers and performers, applicants need to know that air travel expenses to and from Billings, especially for speakers traveling from out of state, will not be covered or reimbursed by TEDxBillings. If selected to speak and travel costs are a hurdle, we can discuss on a case by case basis. It's essential to understand that TEDxBillings is a non-profit organization, and our success is made possible through the generous support of our partners who share our belief that ideas are worth sharing. Thank you for your understanding and commitment to our shared mission. We look forward to reviewing your application and the opportunity to bring your compelling ideas to our stage. I have read the “Disclaimer for TEDxBillings Speaker Applications” and understand the information as described within.

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APPLY TO PERFORM AT TEDxBILLINGS YOUTH 2026

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