Sounds & Visions of the City 

A Jersey City Youth Arts Showcase & Competition 

Presented by the Jersey City Free Public Library

&

Jersey City Theater Center

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🎤 About the Showcase 

Sounds & Visions of the City celebrates the creativity, expression, and talent of young artists across Jersey City, Hudson County, and nearby communities. 

This annual showcase offers a positive platform for young people to shine in music, dance, spoken word, and performance. 

Final Showcase - July 2nd 2026, 7 pm

White Eagle Hall 

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📣 Mission 

To honor and uplift the voices of Jersey City’s youth by providing a platform for creative expression, community engagement, and artistic opportunity. 

🌟 Vision 

To inspire unity, confidence, and support among young performers while fostering a vibrant and inclusive creative community 

🏆 Age Groups & Stipend Awards 

Participants compete within their age bracket: 

• Ages 12–15: $500 stipend 

• Ages 16–19: $1,000 stipend 

• Ages 20–24: $1,500 stipend 

All winners receive: 

• Certificates & public recognition 

• Features on JCFPL channels 

• Artist development opportunities 

⭐ Judging Criteria 

Performances are evaluated on: 

• Stage Presence – 30% 

• Execution – 30% 

• Originality – 15% 

• Creativity – 15% 

• Crowd Impact – 10%