GIFTED Redditch residents are being invited to take part in a talent competition at the Palace Theatre.

British comedian and entertainer Bernie Clifton will be hosting the show, which will see a shortlist of the best 12 acts battle it out to be crowned champion.

The overall victor will win one of Lakeside Car Sales cars used part exchanges as will one of the attending audience members.

To take part send an audition video to lakesidecarsalesltd@gmail.com. The closing date for video entries in Wednesday, August 17.

The show will be held at 7.30pm on Saturday, September 17. Tickets cost £15 inclusive of booking fee £1 per ticket up to a max of £4.

To book tickets visit redditchpalacetheatre.co.uk or call 01527 65203.