The Chris Treglown Foundation Fund Award - Saturday 11th April 2026

If you love thrilling voices and unforgettable performances, dont miss this exceptional evening of opera and musical theatre.

Ten of the countrys most exciting up-and-coming classical and musical theatre singers will compete live for the prestigious Chris Treglown Award. Performing repertoire ranging from grand opera to classic musical theatre, the singers will appear before a panel of distinguished international judges and you, the audience.

With a top prize of 1,000 and two additional awards of 500, this renowned annual competition is open to singers born outside the county of Cornwall and has become a much-anticipated showcase of emerging vocal talent.

The concert will be hosted by Daniel Jagusz Holley, ahead of his international tour playing Raoul in The Phantom of the Opera. This promises to be an exciting evening featuring some of the finest rising talent from across the UK.

Judging Panel

Maria Jagusz International mezzo-soprano (Chair)

Michelle Williams Director of Artistic Administration, Garsington Opera

William Pool Professor of Voice, University of Chichester Conservatoire

The singers will be accompanied throughout the evening by Will Sharma, Music Director of the Chris Treglown Foundation, on piano.

Starting at 7.00pm (doors and bar opens 6.30pm) the audience will be treated to:

Advance Tickets 12.50 - on the day they will cost 16.00

The Chris Treglown Foundation Fundis set up in memory of a most talented Cornish singer born in St. Minver, North Cornwall in 1988.
In 2012 he was tragically killed in a car accident. Chriss parents understand the difficulties young singers face when trying to showcase themselves and further their talents, especially in the worlds of classical and musical theatre. Chris, himself, had to leave his beloved Cornwall and travel to Gloucestershire to follow his dream.

The fund aims to provide support and opportunities for young singing talent.