CALLING ALL SINGERS! State wide search for all styles and skills for Take the Mic’s Singing Competition. Take the Mic is Judged by industry professionals with $10,000 value in prizes including photoshoots, music videos, recording deals and more.
LIMITED SPACES – APPLY ASAP!
APPLY HERE
DATES:
Applications Close August 31
JUNIOR DIVISION
September 19 – Heat 1
September 26 – Heat 2
OPEN DIVISION
September 12 – Heat 1
September 18 – Heat 2
September 25 – Heat 3
Junior Grand Final – October 30
Open Grand Final – October 31
AGE RANGE
-Open Division: Ages 15+
-Junior Division: Ages 7-14
TIMES
The show runs from 7:30pm-9:00pm. (talent arrive at 6:45pm)
SONG CHOICE AND BACKING
-Songs can be any style but prefer below 4 minutes.
-Each artist will perform ONE song
-Backing tracks in mp3 format with no backing vocals.
-You may be accompanied or do so yourself on guitar. No Piano.
JUDGING CRITERIA
-Performance (Connection to the lyric an audience engagement)
-Vocal Technique (Use of range, tone and dynamics)
-Song Choice (Compatibility, arrangement and creativity)
INCLUDES:
– Feedback from Professional Industry Judges
– High Quality Photography
– High Definition Video Production
– Post-competition Support
All minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Experience the wonder and entertainment of Motown, the sound that transformed the music industry. Featuring the greatest hits from the 1960s by icons such as Stevie Wonder, Diana Ross, The Jackson 5 and Marvin Gaye. This high energy, toe-tapping spectacle is staged for one night only! Motown Live In Concert, at Chapel off Chapel December 15.
Melbourne Audition Date – Friday, October 6
Between 1pm – 4pm
Rehearsals – Commence November 2017
*to be finalised around successful applicants availability*
Performance Date – Friday, December 15 (2017)
With strong potential for 2018 tour
Roles Available: We are looking for 5 lead singers (3 female, 2 male) with strong vocals and comfortable with movement. There will be no dance call. Singers are required to learn the provided material accompanied by backing track. All ethnicities are encouraged to apply. Must be aged from 18 and Melbourne based.
Audition Details: To register for an audition time, please email [email protected] with your CV and Headshot. Due to time constraints, we will not be able to accept all applications. If accepted, please bring a 4×6 copy of your headshot to your audition.
Payment: Each cast member will be paid a flat fee of $400 for the 2017 season, including 4 half-day rehearsals, and two shows on December 15. The 2018 tour rate will be negotiated later.
Director: James Terry
Musical Director: Stephanie Lewendon-Lowe
Choreographer: Alexia Brinsley
Part of the 2018 Midsumma Festival: An unstoppable pop concert packed with more than 20 smash hits from the 1990s. Pumped with nostalgia, laughs, and song and dance tributes, Spice Up Your Life is the ultimate 90s experience! Supported by a live band, this feel good, fun and fresh concert will include your favourite music icons The Backstreet Boys, Britney Spears, Shania Twain, Kylie Minogue, The Spice Girls, and many more! This is one summer show you must experience!
Melbourne Audition Date – Friday, October 6
Between 1pm – 4pm
Rehearsals – Commence December 2017
*to be finalised around successful applicants availability*
Performance Date – Saturday, January 20 (2018)
With strong potential for corporate and private hire in 2018
Roles Available: We are looking for 4 lead singers (2 female, 2 male) with strong vocals with preference to contemporary pop, and strong movement. There will be no dance call. Singers are required to learn the provided material accompanied by backing track. Must be aged from 18 and Melbourne based.
Audition Details: To register for an audition time, please email [email protected] with your CV and Headshot. Due to time constraints, we will not be able to accept all applications. If accepted, please bring a 4×6 copy of your headshot to your audition.
Payment: This show will be a profit-share arrangement with a maximum payout of $400. The intention is to sell the show for corporate and private hire in 2018. The production will include 4 half-day rehearsals, and two shows (January 20).
Director: James Terry
Musical Director: Stephanie Lewendon-Lowe
Choreographer: Alexia Brinsley
CALLING ALL SINGERS! State wide search for all styles and skills for Take the Mic’s Singing Competition. Take the Mic is Judged by industry professionals and has provided over $100,000 in value of prizes.
LIMITED SPACES – Apply Online – CLICK HERE
DATES:
Applications Close March 19th
JUNIOR DIVISION
April 15 (5:30pm and 8:00pm)
OPEN DIVISION (7:00pm-9:00pm)
April 16
April 17
April 18
Junior Grand Final – June 4
Open Grand Final – June 5
AGE RANGE
-Open Division: Ages 15+
-Junior Division: Ages 7-14
SONG CHOICE AND BACKING
-Songs can be any style but prefer below 4 minutes.
-Each artist will perform ONE song
-Backing tracks in mp3 format with no backing vocals.
-You may be accompanied or do so yourself on guitar. No Piano.
JUDGING CRITERIA
-Performance (Connection to the lyric an audience engagement)
-Vocal Technique (Use of range, tone and dynamics)
-Song Choice (Compatibility, arrangement and creativity)
INCLUDES:
– Feedback from Professional Industry Judges
– High Quality Photography
– High Definition Video Production
– Post-competition Support
CALLING ALL SINGERS! State wide search for all styles and skills for Take the Mic’s Singing Competition. Take the Mic is Judged by industry professionals and has provided over $150,000 in value of prizes. LIMITED SPACES – Apply online at www.takethemic.com/melbournecompetition
DATES:
Applications Close August 12
Junior Division
Sunday, September 23 (2:00pm) – 5:00pm)
Open Open Division (7:00pm – 9:30pm
Monday, September 24
Tuesday, September 25
Grand Final
Junior Division – October 29
Open Division – October 30
AGE RANGE
-Open Division: Ages 15+
-Junior Division: Ages 7-14
LOCATION
Melb, CBD
SONG CHOICE AND BACKING
-Songs can be any style but prefer below 4 minutes.
-Each artist will perform ONE song
-Backing tracks in mp3 format with no backing vocals.
-We only accept backing track, no live musical instruments
JUDGING CRITERIA
-Performance (Connection to the lyric an audience engagement)
-Vocal Technique (Use of range, tone and dynamics)
-Song Choice (Compatibility, arrangement and creativity)
INCLUDES:
– Feedback from Professional Industry Judges
– High Quality Photography
– High Definition Video Production
– Post-competition Support
