What is Chickenshed on Britain's Got Talent? | The Sun

BRITAIN'S Got Talent has seen some incredible acts over the years grace the famous audition stage.

But one group that have really stood out during the 2023 series is Chickenshed, who even received the golden buzzer.

What is Chickenshed?

Comprised of individuals of all ages and different backgrounds, Chickenshed is an inclusive theatre company.

It was founded in 1974 by musician and composer Jo Collins, and teacher and director Mary Ward.

They set up the theatre company with the shared belief that everyone should be able to perform and create.

Chickenshed welcome anyone irrespective of background in order to get up on stage and perform and fulfil their dream.

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They pride themselves on accepting anyone and do not hold auditions in order to make the group a safe and inclusive space.

Their website states that the mission of the group is to "create wonder out of chaos and change out of challenge".  

Who from Chickenshed appeared on Britain's Got Talent?

Chickenshed is a massive theatre company, and 60 of their members took part in their Britain's Got Talent audition.

The group were introduced by three members named Gabriel, Jimmy and Kara. 

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Those taking part in their incredible audition were aged between five and 37.

Does Chickenshed have Instagram and TikTok

Chickenshed uses social media to show the good work that they do.

On Instagram you can follow them on their popular handle @chickenshed_uk.

The theatre company doesn't appear to have TikTok, but many fans have reposted their BGT audition on the site.

Who hit the golden buzzer for Chickenshed?

Alesha Dixon threw her support behind the "inclusive and inspirational" act by giving them her golden buzzer.

Chickenshed wowed as they performed Wonder by Naughty Boy featuring Emeli Sande.

Alesha then wasted no time as she decided to hit her golden buzzer for the performers.

She told them it was her "honour" to reward their inclusiveness with her golden buzzer.

The group squealed as they burst with excitement at receiving the honour.

Writing on Twitter, one fan said: "Brilliant golden buzzer [tear emoji]."

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Another added: "Absolutely brilliant well deserved golden buzzer."

As a third added: "If you did not cry when the golden buzzer went off just now then you are definitely not normal."

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