THE X FACTOR...Virtual auditions! Simon Cowell scours for Talent!



If you're a performer, who was unable to attend open call auditions for  - X FACTOR - Simon Cowell is reaching out "virtually".

For example, X FACTOR  producers have whipped up a handful of state-of-the art audition booths, that will be installed at shopping malls in out-of-the-way communities, to facilitate auditions for a posse of singers chomping-at-the-bit to be "discovered".

At stake?

A $5 million-dollar recording contract!

"We're extending auditions to six more cities," beamed the host of the upcoming entertainment show - styled after American Idol - on Fox TV.

Potential contestants who reside in neighborhoods around the country near - Anchorage, Denver, Honolulu, Kansas City, Phoenix, and  Nashville - just lucked out!

"America has the best talent in the world and we're looking for the best of the best. We believe the next global superstar is out there waiting to be discovered," a spokesperson at Fox beamed.

"We think MyStudio is a brilliant way to audition for those people who haven't been able to make it to the open calls," Cowell underscored at a press conference in recent days.

Throughout April - anyone 12 years of age or older (solo artists  & vocal groups) - can use the nifty booths to record their auditions.

Break a leg, eh?

LOCATIONS

HONOLULU

Pearlridge Center Uptown

98-1005 Moanalua Rd.

Aiea, HI

96701

Mon-Sat: 10:00 AM-9:00 PM

Sun: 10:00 AM-6:00 PM

PHOENIX

Arizona Mills

5000 S. Arizona Mills Cir.

Tempe, AZ

85282

Mon-Sat: 10:00 AM-9:00 PM

Sun: 11:00 AM-6:00 PM

NASHVILLE

Coolsprings Galleria

1800 Galleria Blvd.

Franklin, TN

37067

Mon-Sat: 10:00 AM-9:00 PM

Sun: 12:00 PM-6:00 PM

ANCHORAGE

Dimond Center

800 E. Dimond Blvd.

Anchorage, AK

99515

Mon-Sat: 10:00 AM-9:00 PM

Sun: 11:00 AM-6:00 PM

KANSAS CITY

Oak Park Mall

11149 W. 95th St.

Overland Park, KS

6621

Mon-Sat: 10:00 AM-9:00 PM

Sun: 11:00 AM-6:00 PM

DENVER

Colorado Mills

4500 W. Colfax Ave.

Lakewood, CO 80401

Mon-Sat: 10:00 AM-9:00 PM

Sun: 11:00 AM-6:00 PM

INFORMATION

http://thexfactor.blogs.fox.com/2011/04/07/the-x-factor-launches-first-ever-audition-studios-across-america/

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Simon muses over contestant!

The X Factor...Simon Cowell auditions in Newark, Seattle & Dallas! Catch a rising star!

 



Cowell's virile hairy factor!

In a recent e-mail, Simon Cowell - the former American Idol Judge - posed a pointed question.

Do you - or a friend or a family member - have what it takes to become a global superstar?

Uh-huh!

The feisty Brit - known for his caustic wit - is out to rustle up a bevy of unknown singing sensations to showcase on his upcoming variety entertainment show.

The X Factor!

Cowell is launching the project - a version of which is fairing well in the ratings on the boob tube in jolly old England - in the fall on Fox TV.

X Factor - which Cowell describes as a "make-it-or-break-it" vocal competition - is different than the current fodder proliferating on the airwaves (such as American Idol and Dancing with the Stars) because there are no restrictions.

Solo singers, vocal groups - and anyone over the age of 12 - have the chance to win a $5 million recording deal with Sony Music.

You got it!

There's no "upper age" limit!

Performers - who are under the impression that they have what it takes to make it big in show-biz - are encouraged to audition for the Judges.

Although try-outs have already commenced in a couple of major cities around the country, there are three open calls in April (one in May) that performers may attend in Newark, Seattle, Chicago, and Dallas.

Now is your chance!

Who knows, you may just walk away with a $5 million recording contract, eh?

STEP-BY-STEP AUDITION INFO

REGISTER

Registration consists of a two-part process.

FIRST

Contestants must collect their wristband the day before the audition.

The lines may be long, so plan accordingly, and be patient!

If friends and family tag along for support, they are required to register as well.

SECOND

Contestants are advised to arrive at the audition hall before 8 AM on the audition date.

Because there may be a long wait, contestants are advised to dress weather appropriate and pack snacks and drinks (to prevent starvation!).

Identification

All attendees (and their families and friends) must present recognized Government-issued ID.

Audition Locations

Prudential Center
Newark, NJ

April 13th
(Tuesday)
 April 14th
(Wednesday)

Key Arena
Seattle, WA

April 19th
(Tuesday)
 April 20th
(Wednesday)

Sears Center Arena
Chicago, IL

April 26th
(Tuesday)
April 27th
(Wednesday)

Dallas Convention Center
Dallas, TX

May 25th
(Wednesday)
May 26th
(Thursday)

Audition Tips

PICK YOUR SONGS

Contestants are advised to select a verse and chorus from 3 songs which they are expected to sing without back-up sheet music.
It is suggested that potential candidates pick songs that show-off their personal talents and that are capable of highlighting their individual style.

DRESS TO IMPRESS

Look the part - which means - projecting a style that underscores star quality.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Contestants are required to be U.S. citizens.

A parent or legal guardian must accompany performers under the age of 18.

ID is required for minors.

School ID or a yearbook page with a matching birth certificate are acceptable.

Information

http://www.fox.com/thexfactor

Toll free

855 345 5678

Break a leg, eh?

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American Idol a blur now!

American Idol...ratings down with 18-49 age demographic! Fox nonplussed!

Jennifer Lopez unable to lure viewers!

The critics must be howling today.

Or, rubbing their hands with glee, quipping righteously:

"I told 'ya so!"

In spite of a full-blown promo for the season opener - Jennifer Lopez, Steven Tyler, and Ryan Seacrest appeared on Jay Leno's Late Night talk show this past week to smooze about the upcoming season's dynamic bill-of-fare, for instance - the ratings were a no-show in many respects.

On the heels of the exit of the Bitchy Brit - Simon Cowell - "American Idol" (TV's No. 1 show) finally got a kick in the teeth from their once-loyal fan base in an all-important demographic around the country.

Uh-huh!

According to the Nielsen Company, Wednesday's viewers tapped out at a mere 26.1 million viewers.

The numbers reflect a downward spiral of thirteen percent for the Karoke-style contest which faired well right up until its near death knell when the Fox prime-time winner suffered a bit of a shake-up in personnel and morale on the airwaves and in the trashy tabloids at the supermarket check-out stand. last year.

But, even still, Fox is not one to cry the blues.

With a stiff upper lip, top brass at the alternative Network asserted this morning (to save face?) that the loss in numbers was in line with projections.

At least one performer is smiling.

Paula Abdul, how was your day?

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Abdul & Cowell chemistry a ratings-getter?