This just in...

[Mr.Taxi Trix]

http://www.variety.com/article/VR1117937355?cs=1&s=h&p=0

American Idol" judge Simon Cowell is launching a new search, this time for the next big Las Vegas headliner.
NBC has picked up a new talent competish from "Idol" producer FremantleMedia North America and Cowell's Syco Television shingle. In the untitled show, TV auds will vote on which amateur performer is ready to be showcased in Sin City.

"This time we're looking for everything," Cowell said. "Personally, I hope to find the next Siegfried and Roy."

Project has already been sold in the U.K. to ITV, where the show will be called "Got Talent."

Peacock is expected to launch the show this summer. Project will encompass a wide variety of performers -- dancers, singers, standup comics, novelty acts -- who will be judged by a panel of celebs.

Beyond his "Idol" and music duties -- his S Records recently released the album "Ancora" by international opera group Il Divo -- Cowell is making a name for himself as a reality TV producer.

Cowell is serving as an exec producer on two more upcoming alternative series: ABC's "American Inventor" and Fox's "Duets.

[pablo]

Snack time!

RE: "Personally, I hope to find the next Siegfried and Roy."

Yeah... I bet that's what that tiger is thinking, too.

[Magic Mickey]

When are auditions?

[le pire]

be careful with this one...

For every one or two talents that Cowell promotes, he purposefully humiliates 1000's. This has the potential to do GREAT damage to you and your career.

[scot]

I auditioned. It was great. The audition was at the magic castle. They had closed individuals at the castle and they will do more open auditions soon. I got to meet the president of the magic castle and it might have also acted as an audition to perform there.

ny times article about simon cowell -- a few pages worth.http://www.nytimes.com/2006/03/12/ar...=5070&emc=eta1

[scot]

I think the working title of the show is "America's Got Talent" I searched for it and couldn't find it on google.

[Evan Young]

Do you know if it's for solo acts only, or can a duo audition?

[le pire]

That's good to hear Scot! I'm very glad to be wrong.

[scot]

I'm sure duos can perform. there's the whole looking for the next S&R statement.

don't know if you're wrong yet. This show is one of his productions but he will not be a judge. I'm sure we'll get dumped on less than the singers as is usually the case in life.

[scot]

big update...

OPEN CALL AUDITIONS
FOR THE BIGGEST TALENT SEARCH EVER
IN AMERICA!

Simon Cowell & The Producers from AMERICAN IDOL, team up with NBC in the search for the hottest variety & novelty acts from across the country in a new talent competition series!

"AMERICA’S GOT TALENT!"

Do you believe you are the next big undiscovered talent in America?

Then audition at one of our open calls for the chance at being Simon's next big discovery!

Talents of all kinds are invited to try out. Singers, dancers, bands, animal acts, bizarre novelty acts, magicians, comedians, belly dancers....all ages...the sky's the limit!!The series which is premiering this summer will feature an array of hopeful future stars as they compete to win a gigantic $$$CASH PRIZE$$$ and the chance to headline in a major showroom, Las Vegas style, baby!

Don't miss your opportunity to perform in front of a panel of celebrity judges on national television and prove to America you have what it takes to be the next showroom headliner!

Please Note: Pre-book your audition time by e-mailing your confirmation and get on the VIP LIST! Call Ann Lorenz at 323.782.0430 ext 207, or email ann.nbctalent@yahoo.com to confirm your audition reservation!

Just let us know WHAT CITY you are coming to!

Also, let us know if you have an elaborate set up, such as bands, illusionists, animals...so we can give you time to set up.

A photo ID is required in order to audition.

Applicants under the age of 18 need to be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian and must have parental permission.
Candidates must be either a US citizen, legal permanent resident of the US, or possess a current legal visa allowing you to seek employment freely in the US.

Animals: must have proper immunization papers

Singers: prepare 2nd number

OPEN CALL DATES (Location address TBA)
Thurs. April 6 & Fri. April 7

LOS ANGELES, CA
Wed. April 12 & Thurs. April 13

CHICAGO, IL

Mon. April 17 & Tues. April 18

NEW YORK CITY, NY

Sat. April 22 & Sun. April 23

ATLANTA, GA

[pablo]

The Windy City

I've been invited to the audition on Wednesday April 12 in Chicago.

Will anyone here be there?

I'll buy you a drink at The Billy Goat.

[le pire]

Pablo...


I triple dog dare you too say you are going to do a characture of Simon, and then draw a big huge harry ass.




etienne

[Doctor Eric]

I second that motion,
I would love to see one of us shut his hole. The only reason that show does well is cause of the ridicule from that man. I think Butterfly should do it, Maybe Gazzo ooops did I just use them in the same paragraph.
I would be amazing to see someone give him his own shit back at him. After all wasn't he responsible for the spice girls.
Good talent is hard to fake in mean find.l
If I was there man I would have a drink with you for sure.
Are street shows really the best cure for hangovers?

[UCO]

That last post was me UCO not DR Eric. He has got a hell or a place in San Fran.
That was funny

[Evan Young]

Jonathan and I will be auditioning our new show "The Showoff Show" in New York on April 19th.