BreakOUT ATL
YOUR TALENT. YOUR STAGE. YOUR BREAKOUT MOMENT.
Applications are officially open!
Atlanta, it's time to show us what you've got. Presented by OUT Local, BreakOUT ATL is a citywide LGBTQIA+ talent competition celebrating singers, dancers, comedians, drag performers, burlesque artists, actors, and everything in between. We're selecting 60 performers to compete across three audition nights for the chance to win $5,000 CASH, a Big Gay Cruise prize for two, and additional opportunities (to be revealed at a later date!). This is your moment, queer Atlanta! Applications are completely free so there’s no reason to not apply.
AUDITIONS: Up to 2 minutes per performance.
SEMIFINALS: Up to 3 minutes per performance.
GRAND FINALE: Up to 4 minutes per performance.
TOP 3 SHOWDOWN: An additional performance of up to 4 minutes for the three finalists selected by the audience.
Contestants may incorporate multiple artistic talents throughout the competition. However, their original primary talent must remain the at the forefront in subsequent rounds. All performances must be solo acts. Contestants are responsible for their own costumes, props, and any specialized equipment, subject to venue approval. Performance music must be submitted at least three days before each scheduled competition date.
APPLICATIONS CLOSE OCTOBER 31, 2026, AT 11:59 PM ET.
SELECTED CONTESTANTS ARE EXPECTED TO RECEIVE NOTIFICATION BY NOVEMBER 2, 2026, AT 11:59PM ET.