ASTRONOMER’S GOT OTHER TALENTS

Calling all cosmic performers to showcase your talents!

Get ready to showcase your stellar skills at the upcoming Talent Show during the IAU-GA2024. Whether you’re a star at singing, a master of dance, a wizard with words, comedian, or have any other talent, this is your chance to shine brighter than the stars in the South African sky!

Date: 9 August 2024

Time: 19:00 – 21:00

Location: CTICC Auditorium and online

How to Participate: Register by 31 July to secure your spot

Audience Participation: Come and support your fellow astronomers as they dazzle us with their talents. Audience voting will determine the grand winner of the coveted IAU-GA2024 Astronomer’s Choice Award!

Prizes: Exciting prizes await the winners, including recognition and admiration from the astronomical community

The event will be hybrid and an online link will be shared soon.

Join us for an unforgettable evening under the African night skies!

Whether you’re a star at singing, a master of dance, a wizard with words, or have any other talent, this is your chance to shine brighter under the South African sky, and online too! Sign up below.

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Your name

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How would you like to be addressed?

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Your country of residence

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Institution/Organisation

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Talent description

Please give a description of the talent you would like to showcase. Examples might be "singing", "dancing" or "comedy".

Title of your presentation

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One-line description of your performance

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Duration

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Equipment required

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Are you a registered attendee of the IAU-GA2024?

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How will you participate in the Talent Show?

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