THE hunt has begun for Worcestershire's most talented young pop artists and the stars of tomorrow are being asked to enter Pop Icon 2005, a competition to find the cream of the singing crop in our county.

Youngsters between 12 and 18 are encouraged to enter in both solo and ensemble categories. The closing date for entries is February 11. The final takes place at the Forum Theatre, Malvern, on March 17 at 7pm.

Tickets are priced at £5 and are available from the box office on 01905 611427. To enter, call Worcester Arts Education on 01905 333505.