Showtime

at The Pines

Where Local Talent Takes the Stage


Step into the spotlight! Showtime at The Pines is your chance to shine at the historic Pines Theater in downtown Lufkin. Whether you’re a singer, dancer, musician, comedian, poet, or performer of any kind, this is your moment to share your talent with the community.


We’re celebrating the incredible creativity and diversity of East Texas performers with an unforgettable night of live entertainment. All ages and experience levels are welcome — from first-time performers to seasoned artists.


Fill out the form below to register for your chance to perform at Showtime at The Pines! Spaces are limited, so don’t wait to claim your spot on stage.


It’s your time. It’s your stage. It’s Showtime.



🎭 Performer Rules & Guidelines

To keep Showtime at The Pines fun, fair, and family-friendly, please review and follow

all performance rules below before submitting your audition video.

General Rules


  • All performances must be family-friendly.
  • No profanity, explicit lyrics, or inappropriate content — violations will result in immediate disqualification.
  • No flammables, stunts, or dangerous acts of any kind.
  • No auto-tune or digital voice enhancement is allowed.
  • No scenes from movies or copyrighted monologues.
  • Performances should be between 2–3 minutes long.
  • Group acts are welcome!
  • Kids may participate with parental consent.
  • Performers must disclose all props, music, and materials in advance.


  • Submission Deadline: December 31st at 12:00 AM. Late entries will not be accepted.

Fees & Selection

  • Submission Cost: Free for all applicants.


  • Selected performers will be contacted and required to pay a $100 participation fee to secure their spot on stage.



  • The organizing committee reserves the right to review and select final performers and the overall winner.


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Think you’ve got what it takes to light up the stage? 🌟

We’re looking for East Texas’s most talented singers, dancers, comedians, and performers to compete in 

Showtime at the Pines!



🎬 How to Enter


  1. Record Your Audition Video — 2–3 minutes max
  2. Submit It Online through our official landing page (opening November 5)
  3. Deadline: All virtual submissions must be received by December 31
  4. Selected finalists will be invited for in-person auditions in January


🎤 Top 15 performers will earn a spot in the live show this March!

Important Dates

  • Submission Deadline: December 31
  • Final Lineup Announced: April
  • Show Date: June 18th


Ready to Take the Stage?

Submit Audition

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