Call for talent
THANK YOU FOR SHARING YOUR TALENT
Notifications Sent
After an overwhelmingly successful debut at the World Conference on Lung Cancer last year, the Call for Talent returned for WCLC 2026 with another inspiring showcase of creativity from across our global community.
This year’s submissions reflected the passion, diversity, and artistic spirit of WCLC attendees from around the world. From music and dance to spoken word and storytelling, the response once again highlighted the many talents within the IASLC community.
Thank you to everyone who submitted an application. Notifications have now been sent to all applicants. If you submitted an application and have not received a notification, please contact [email protected].
Key Dates
Submission Opens:
February 10, 2026
Submission Deadline:
April 17, 2026
Notification of Selected Performers:
May 27, 2026
Performer Benefits:
Complimentary Conference registration for all selected performers.
Whether you perform to express yourself, connect with others, or simply for the joy of it – this is your moment. Help us once again create some of the most memorable experiences of WCLC.
We can’t wait to see your talent shine!
Participant Eligibility
- Open to all IASLC Members
- Individual and group performances are welcome
ACCEPTED PERFORMANCE CATEGORIES
- Music (Instrumental, Vocal, Ensemble)
- Dance (Contemporary, Classical, Cultural)
- Spoken Word & Poetry
- Short Theatrical Acts & Storytelling
- Comedy & Magic
Performance Duration
- Acts may be 3–5 minutes in length.
SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Please be prepared to submit the following:
- Full Name and Contact Information
- Performance Type (e.g., music, dance, poetry)
- Description of the Act (maximum 250 words)
- Performance Duration (maximum 2 minutes)
- Previous Performance Experience (maximum 250 words)
- Number of Performers
- Video Recording of a Comparable Prior Performance (Either one video featuring the full group or individual videos for each performer are required. Submissions without videos will not be considered.)
- Any Special Technical Requirements (e.g., piano, instrument, microphone)