About Us

What is ARTS?

The Applause Rising Talent Showcase, or ARTS, is an association of the best modeling and talent educational centers from all over the country, coupled with an elite group of agents, casting directors, and personal managers in the fashion and entertainment industry. ARTS is a recognized leader in the business, successfully uniting new faces and talent with only the finest agencies from New York to Los Angeles.

Twice a year, ARTS is the place where connections are made! Acting, Modeling, Singing and Dancing competitions provide a platform for new faces and talent to audition for agents, personal managers, casting directors, network and Broadway representatives, and music producers. ARTS competitions are judged by the industry insiders who come searching for their next big discovery! Seminars, Workshops and Panel Discussions are conducted by the agents themselves, and are full of up-to-date instruction and advice. Learn more about our staff here.


Our History

For over 17 years, Applause International, Inc., has been a strong advocate for the performing arts and continues to open doors across the United States in the world of entertainment. ARTS which is hosted by Applause International, has opened doors successfully for hundreds of aspiring actors, singers, dancers and commercial / fashion models! Our talent has been discovered from Anchorage, Alaska to Charleston, West Virginia and everywhere in between. Our talent have been placed in major campaigns such as American Eagle, Disney, Target, Nickelodeon, Abercrombie, Hallmark, and much more! With many years of offering quality talent – agents and castings have come to expect nothing but the best from Applause International and The ARTS.

Family Values

ARTS is the only event of it’s kind that stresses family values and encourages 100% family participation from the very beginning. Parents, Grandparents, Siblings and Spouses are irreplaceable. At ARTS, we recognize that family involvement and support is the foundation of success in any chosen career or venture. The ARTS environment is family-friendly too! Our event is structured and competitions are purposely designed to create a positive experience for everyone.

How Does It Work?

Before you can attend ARTS, you must first audition for our National Scout Kim Myers through one of our modeling and talent educational affiliates throughout the country, or directly through Applause International, Inc. Once accepted, you will attend workshops and seminars designed to fully prepare you for the ARTS experience and the unprecedented opportunity to:

  • Compete in a highly professional, yet supportive and encouraging environment.
  • Showcase your talent for the best agents, managers and casting directors in the business, all at the same time and under one roof!
  • Learn from industry professionals who share their knowledge and expertise in seminars and hands-on workshops.
  • Meet and interview one-on-one with agents and managers, and discuss your career goals and potential.
  • Build lifelong friendships with people who have similar interests and goals.
  • Enjoy four exciting and unforgettable days…The experience of a lifetime!
For over 17 years, Applause International, Inc.,  has been a strong advocate for the performing arts and continues to open doors across the United States in the world of entertainment.  ARTS which is hosted by Applause International, has opened doors successfully for hundreds of aspiring actors, singers, dancers and commercial / fashion models!  Our talent has been discovered from Anchorage, Alaska to Charleston, West Virginia and everywhere in between.  Our talent have been placed in major campaigns such as American Eagle, Disney, Target, Nickelodeon, Abercrombie, Hallmark, and much more!  With many years of offering quality talent – agents and castings have come to expect nothing but the best from Applause International and The ARTS.