2012: SIMON COWELL ‘X FACTOR’ WANTS YOU! AUDITION CITIES AND RULES

UPDATE: THE X FACTOR 2013 AUDITION CITIES...CLICK LINK. 

The new show ‘X Factor’ has a great marketing strategy.  I received the email below, which is a memo from Simon Cowell asking for contestants to sign up. His new show is expected
to break all records for competitions, with a whopping $5 million dollar prize!

If I could sing, I would surely get on board…too bad my singing would make Simon cry. But I would be more than happy to be a judge, if you want to see your ratings soar…call me Simon:).

Below is a guide for your X FACTOR audition – everything you need to know to show up and be prepared.

Hello,
Do you, a friend or a family member have what it takes to become a global superstar? I’m looking for
the next singing sensation, someone with that special something – ‘The X Factor.’

The X Factor is my new show launching this Fall on Fox. It’s a
make-it-or-break-it singing competition, and this time 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. There’s NO upper age
limit!

If you think you’ve got what it takes, we encourage you to audition. The search starts in Los Angeles on March 27th, and then continues onto Miami, Newark, Seattle, and Chicago, ending in Dallas. We are looking for people who know they can be superstars and have the raw talent to back it
up.

Now is your chance, who knows, you or your group could walk away with
a $5 million recording contract and a lifetime of stardom.

Below is a guide for your X FACTOR audition – everything you need to know to show up and be prepared.

Good luck,
Simon Cowell

HELPFUL LINKS

• Sign up for audition information.
• Check out audition tips.
• Download rules and release forms.
• Get Simon’s advice on what not to sing.

STEP-BY-STEP AUDITION INFO

1.
REGISTER.

There
are TWO PARTS to the registration process

• FIRST: Collect your wristband the day before your audition. You pick
  up your wristband beginning at 6 AM the day before the audition day, until 6 AM
  the day of your audition. (You might be waiting in line for a bit, so plan
  accordingly). Also note that if you plan on bringing friends and family to
  support you, they have to register as well.
• SECOND: Arrive before 8 AM on the day of your audition. It could be a
  long wait so dress weather appropriate and remember to bring snacks and drinks.
  All the info you need to get to the venue for auditions and wristband collection
  is listed below and available here.
  Everyone attending will need a government issued ID, and that includes
  friends and family.

2011 CITY LOCATIONS BELOW…CHECK FOR 2012 DATES AT X FACTOR WEBSITE!

Location	Wristband Collection Date	Audition Date
L.A. Sports Arena Los Angeles, CA	Saturday, March 26	Sunday, March 27
Bank United Center Miami, FL	Wednesday, April 6	Thursday, April 7
Prudential Center Newark, NJ	Wednesday, April 13	Thursday, April 14
Key Arena Seattle, WA	Tuesday, April 19	Wednesday, April 20
Sears Center Arena Chicago, IL	Tuesday, April 26	Wednesday, April 27
Dallas, TX Dallas Convention Center	Wednesday, May 25	Thursday, May 26

Now
that you know when and where to show up, make sure you’re prepared to WOW THE
JUDGES!

2.
PICK YOUR SONGS.

Choose
a verse and chorus from three different songs to sing without backing music –
just vocals. You may not get to perform all three, but be prepared just in case!
This isn’t the time to go with obvious choices. Pick songs that are unique to
your personal talents and highlight what it is that you do best.

3.
DRESS TO IMPRESS.

If
you’re serious about being a star, you have to look the part. That means showing
off your own personal style with an ensemble that represents how you see
yourself as an artist. Make it good, this is your time to shine.

4.
MEET ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS.

• You have to be a U.S. citizen.
• A parent or legal guardian must accompany anyone under the age of
  18.
• Bring Valid ID: Keep in mind, that ID is still required for minors.
  That can come in the form of a school ID or a yearbook page with a matching
  birth certificate. If the minor is too young for school identification, parents
  can present a photo ID and the child’s birth certificate so that names can be
  matched on the printed record.

If
you pass this portion of the audition process, a member of the production team
will contact you about what’s next.

Still
have questions? For further information, please visit our website at www.fox.com/thexfactor. Or call the toll free information line: 855 345 5678