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RESULTS – Young Actor of Mann 2026

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Young Actor of Mann 2026 – Results Announcement

What an incredible day at the Studio Theatre, Ballakermeen for Young Actor of Mann 2026.

For the first time in 20 years, the competition has produced a joint 1st place, with adjudicator Edward Bennett unable to separate the performances.

Joint Winners

Maddie Wood and Emma-Louise Taylor

Runner Up

Womo Holden

A huge congratulations to all performers who took part and helped make the day such a fantastic celebration of young talent.

Thank you to everyone who supported the event at the Studio Theatre, Ballakermeen.

Full round-up of the One Act winners and the Chairman’s summary will follow shortly

The Next Big Thing

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Our Chairman, Clare Austin attended The Next Big Thing final at the Gaiety Theatre on Saturday night. It was a sell out and was very well received by the audience. James Turpin as compère did a great job, as did all the participating acts. This event is yet another example of how talented the young performers are on the island.

Results:

1st Amy Gravestock
2nd Manx Musicians Scran
3rd Sapphire Souls

For a chance to see more fantastic young performers, come along and support the Young Actor of Mann competition – the first round of which will be held at 11am, on Sunday 19th February at Studio Theatre, Ballakermeen High School, Douglas.

  • Vanessa Williams, PR Officer