THE soft drink company which sponsored TV hit Popstars is searching for fresh local talent.

T&T Beverages will be at Manchester's Trafford Centre from noon on Saturday, June 23, offering wannabe stars aged 10-16 the chance to show off their performing skills. Singers, dancers jugglers, or anyone with a talent guaranteed to wow the crowds, will be judged by an expert panel.

Competitors need not fear a Nasty Nigel-style put down as fun is the name of the day. Entry forms are available from the centre.