Artwork by Lucy Dean

Stars in Disguise

How it Works

  1. Enter the competition and perform a karaoke song of your choice

  2. Impress the judges in the qualifying round

  3. Finalists return in full costume—transformed into their chosen artist. (Have a second song by any artist ready in case of a tie break)

  4. Compete for the title and the glory!

  5. Don’t be put off by it being a competition - there’s a whole range of prizes to be won

Whether you’re a seasoned performer or just love a bit of Karaoke, this is your moment.

Step into the spotlight at Stars in Disguise, a dazzling fundraising event for Printers Playhouse.

This isn’t just karaoke—it’s your chance to transform into a singing icon. Perform your chosen song in our qualifying round, and if you make it through, return for the grand final in full costume resembling the original artist. Expect big voices, bold looks, and unforgettable performances.

Worried about how you sound - fear not, there are prizes for best dressed as well as best singer. Just have fun!

What to Expect

  • A vibrant, live karaoke competition

  • Singers in character in the final

  • A fun, supportive and lively audience atmosphere

  • A unique night out in one of Eastbourne’s most creative venues

Prizes awarded for:

  • Vocal performance

  • Character embodiment

  • Audience reaction

Overall performance crowned “Stars in Disguise Champion 2026”

Event Details

Qualifying Round
🗓 Saturday 15 August
🕗 8:00 PM

Grand Final
🗓 Saturday 5 September
🕗 8:00 PM

📍 Printers Playhouse - Grove Road - Eastbourne

Take Part or Join the Audience

Whether you want to perform or simply enjoy the show, we’d love to see you there. The audience is also encouraged to dress up for the Final!

Step into the spotlight— £5 per entrant.
Take your shot at becoming a musical icon and performing in the grand final.

Enter the Competition using the form below.

Come along and cheer them on
Expect a brilliant night of entertainment, energy, and surprises.

Book audience tickets for the final. £10 in venue or look out for our online tickets link coming soon.

Your Moment Starts Here

Be bold. Be brilliant. Be someone else for a night.

  • Your Privacy

    Printers Playhouse Arts CIC will use the information you provide in this form solely to process your application for Stars in Disguise, communicate with you about the event, and manage your participation if your application is successful.

    We will store your information securely and will not share it with third parties unless required for the administration of the event or by law. Your personal data will be retained only for as long as necessary for these purposes and will then be securely deleted.

    You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you, ask for it to be corrected, or request its deletion. For more information about how we process personal data, please see our Privacy Policy

Supporting Printers Playhouse

Proceeds from Stars in Disguise support the ongoing work of Printers Playhouse—helping to sustain live performance, creativity, and community arts in Eastbourne.

By taking part or attending, you’re helping keep local arts alive and thriving.