Talent Development
“American Idol” and Electrolux Seach for “Mom Idol”
Apr 7th
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“American Idol” has partnered with appliance brand Electrolux to find the first-ever “Mom Idol”, a contest that will celebrate the most amazing moms. The most amazing mom will win a trip for two to the “American Idol” finale in Hollywood, a $5,000 donation to the charity of her choice, a VIP makeover, and Electrolux appliances.
“Electrolux is on a mission to find a Mom who’s in tune with what counts — her family, her passions, her community,” said Mary Kay Kopf, CMO, Electrolux Major Appliances, North America. “American Idol is an iconic show and seemed the perfect fit in launching this campaign. The Electrolux brand is all about helping Moms be even more amazing; now it’s time to celebrate Mom for all the amazing things she does.”
From April 5-30, the public can nominate a mom, or moms can nominate themselves by visiting ElectroluxAppliances.com. All visitors to the site will also get a chance to win a trip to the “American Idol” finale, and everyone who votes will be entered for a chance to win an Electrolux appliance.
Brunei’s Got Talent Celebrates All Forms of Talent
Apr 6th
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Brunei, a country located on the north coast of Borneo, in Southeast Asia, is hosting a talent search and show. Contestants from “Who’s Got Talent?” in Brunei showcased their unique talents for live audiences.
The voting recently started and will end on May 17th. After the voting period, 16 contestants will be sent to the semifinals. Anyone who wants to vote can log into the official website for more details about the contestants and their talents.
The competition is a way for undiscovered talent to gain exposure and a fan base. This year’s categories include Singers, Bands/Musicians, Dancers/Dance groups, and Unique Talent. Unique Talent includes magic tricks and anything that doesn’t fall under the categories.
The grand prize winner will take home $3,500, the second place winner will go home with $2,000, the third place winner will have $1,000, and the fourth place winner will go home with $700. All winners will receive a trophy that honors their achievements.
David Hasselhoff Quits “America’s Got Talent”
Apr 5th
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According to People Magazine, David Hasselhoff decided to quit his position as one of the judges on “America’s Got Talent” because he might be able to land his own television show.
In a statement to People, Hasselhoff said, “It’s been a rewarding experience and now I’m thrilled to be able to follow my dream to do my own TV show, which will be announced very shortly.”
Hasselhoff is the second judge (Brandy left the show immediately following the first season) to leave the show.
The producers of “America’s Got Talent” need to find a new judge to replace Hasselhoff. Given Hasselhoff’s bright personality and captivating presence, the producers will have a difficult time finding a replacement.
No one is sure what Hasselhoff will be doing in the future, but “America’s Got Talent” is one of the top-rated shows on television, attracting millions of viewers for every episode.
Six Flags Karate Kid Challenge
Apr 5th
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Talented karate kids and their senseis from all over the country can participate in The Karate Kid Challenge at Six Flags Parks. To celebrate the release of The Karate Kid, which will be in theaters on June 11th, Six Flags is giving karate stars the chance to attend the film premiere and host a private screening for friends.
Karate kids can showcase their skills in an exhibition-style contest. Judges will observe the contestants’ movements, technique, entertainment value, showmanship, and creativity. They will also judge based on the degree of difficulty of the exercises. At each of the 10 Six Flags parks, the judges will choose one winner and a runner-up winner.
The public will be able to vote for their favorite team from May 18th-25th, after videos of the ten winning teams are posted on Yahoo!. The top three karate teams will be invited to the premiere of The Karate Kid in Los Angeles, where one grand prize winner will be announced.
Karate students and senseis can visit the official website for more information and to access the official entry forms, which will also be available onsite.
Annual Cover Kid Photo Contest
Apr 5th
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Parents.com has announced its Annual Cover Kid Photo Contest, which will give one lucky child the chance to appear on the cover of the November issue of Parents magazine. Enter at the official contest website.
For parents to enter, children must be between three months and six years old. Parents can submit up to six cute baby photos for consideration in the contest. Based on the criteria presented in the Official Rules, judges from Parents magazine will choose 20 semifinalists. From the semifinalists, nine finalists will be chosen.
After the parents upload their photos, they will receive an e-mail with information about Reader’s Choice voting. The photos with the most votes after each week will earn the title of Reader’s Choice semi-finalist. The finalists and the winner will be flown to New York City for a photo shoot, and one child will be chosen as the cover model.
Says, Parents Editor-in-Chief Dana Points, “We’re looking for family photos – not professional ones – for this kid photo contest that really reflect the child’s personality. This online baby photo contest is a great opportunity for moms and dads to show off their adorable kids with pictures that capture their child’s unique charm.”
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Apr 2nd
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Mary Lynn Wissner, a voice-over casting director based in Los Angeles, CA, is hosting a workshop to help aspiring voice-over actors stand out in the industry.
For 22 years, Wissner has cast thousands of voice-over actors for roles in television, radio, animated shorts and films, games, and narrations. Every day, Wissner works closely with actors, ad agencies, and producers, and she knows the business very well. She shares the secrets that actors should know if they want to land the role of their dreams.
At her workshop, learn about what casting directors and producers want to see and hear from talent, gain skills for self-direction (break down a script), and find out about marketing ideas that will help you expose yourself and your talents to the right people.
The workshop will be held at Tree Falls Post (3131 Cahuenga Boulevard West, Los Angeles, CA) on Saturday, April 17, 2010 from 10 AM – 5 PM. The cost is $250, and interested attendees can call Voices Voicecasting at 818-716-8865 email: voices@voicesvoicecasting.com.
India’s Got Talent Seeks Rising Stars
Apr 2nd
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The producers of India Got Talent are currently looking for people interested in auditioning for their show. Talented individuals who want to audition for the second season of this popular show can access the registration form online.
To fill out the registration form, simply enter your name, your e-mail address, your date of birth, your gender, your home city, and your desired audition city. When you have completed all the necessary fields, simply click “Submit”.
Aired on the Colours channel, India Got Talent will be judged by Sekhar Kapoor, Kiran Kher, and Sonali Bendre, the most talented stars of India Got Talent. Last season, Prince Dance Group from Orissa, India was the first winner of India Got Talent. Who will the judges choose this season?
Auditions will be held in six different Indian cities: Delhi, Mumbai, Jaipur, Ahmadabad, Kolkota, and Lucknow. Register as soon as possible to ensure that you secure a spot in the city nearest you!
Cherry Hill, NJ Talent Show Benefits Education
Apr 2nd
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Cherry Hill’s Got Talent! is a talent show presented by the Cherry Hill Education Foundation. After the success of Dancing with the Cherry Hill Stars, the organization decided to host another event, which will take place on Sunday, April 18th at 7 PM at the Cherry Hill High School West New Auditorium in Cherry Hill, NJ.
Performers range in age from 7-90, and audience members will be able to enjoy many different forms of entertainment, from classical music and karate to drum solos.
To vote, audience members will place money ($1, $5, $10, etc.) in each performer’s ballot box. The act that is able to raise the most money for the Cherry Hill Education Foundation will earn the title as the winner of the Cherry Hill’s Got Talent competition! The proceeds will fund grant requests submitted by staff, and the proposed programs will benefit more than 11,600 children in the Cherry Hill Public School system.
Anyone interested in attending can buy tickets early at www.cherryhilleducationfoundation.com, at the Student Activities Office at Cherry Hill High School East and Cherry Hill High School West, or in the district Public Information Office at the Malberg Administration Building.
“Model Latina” Seeks New Contestants
Apr 1st
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On April 6th, “Model Latina” will be searching for contestants at an event in Panorama City, CA. “Model Latina” is a hit television show that airs on Si TV, and they are looking for the next 15 contestants for the third season.
“Model Latina” puts a unique spin on a typical modeling competition because it highlights the beauty of Latina women. The show captures what it is to be a true Latina lady. The fifteen contestants will be from all over the country.
The 15 ladies receive coaching from industry professionals, and they will have to pass tests and challenges that measure their beauty, smarts, style, and culture. At the end of the season, one woman will be chosen as “Model Latina”. The winner will receive $25,000, a contract with a modeling agency, and a television appearance!
To audition, you should visit the Verizon Wireless Panorama City Store on Van Nuys Blvd in Panorama City, CA from April 6th from 3-7 PM. To learn more about “Model Latina”, visit the official website for the series.
Rock Band Benefits Music Programs
Apr 1st
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Rock band Foreigner, VH1’s Save the Music Foundation, and our Stage are partnering for the “Can’t Slow Down the Music” Competition. This partnership will benefit music programs in public schools that are suffering because of the economy and budget cuts. The program seeks to restore music education programs to schools that lack them.
“As far as I’m concerned music is not only the most powerful form of communication between the peoples of the world, it provides a gateway that opens up a fantastic new dimension of feeling and creativity and anything we can do to provide our young ones with the tools to express themselves, through music, is our goal in this partnership,” said Foreigner’s Mick Jones.
This summer, Foreigner will be selling CDs at each one of their tour stops. The band has promised to donate a portion of CD sales to the VHI Save the Music Foundation, and they will also raffle a guitar.
The VH1 Save The Music Foundation has provided more than $45 million in new musical instruments to 1,700 public schools in more than 100 cities around the country, impacting the lives of over 1.4 million children. Anyone interested in their mission can learn more at www.vh1savethemusic.com.
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