Get out your glitter guns and fanciest footwear. APRA AMCOS and Mardi Gras are searching the country for the next generation of queer music stars.

Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras has teamed up with the rights society for “Express Yourself – Queer Discovery,” a showcase series that will identify the best new talent in the queer creative community.

Applications are now open for LGBTQI+ artist, with two hopefuls selected to perform alongside an established headliner to a room of industry heavyweights and the general public. 

All told, performers will get their chance at three showcase events in the coming months.

A panel of guest judges from the LGBTQI+ community and industry experts will choose the talent, who will go on to perform…