Eastlink Community TV shines the spotlight on Simcoe, Aylmer, Goderich, Port Elgin, and Sudbury with the Tailgate Talent Show.
Singers, dancers, comedians, jugglers, magicians, and anyone with a knack for entertaining is invited to register for auditions in their town to show off their talents and a chance of being selected for the finale and a shot at the $1000 Grand Prize PLUS Studio Recording Time or Video Production Services to aid in developing the winning act.
Host comedian Kyle Bergstresser takes the show on the road to explore some of Eastlink’s Ontario communities and discover their amazing local talent.
DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES?
Eastlink Community TV shines the spotlight on Simcoe, Aylmer, Goderich, Port Elgin, and Sudbury with the Tailgate Talent Show.
Singers, dancers, comedians, jugglers, magicians, and anyone with a knack for entertaining is invited to register for auditions in their town to show off their talents and a chance of being selected for the finale and a shot at the $1000 Grand Prize PLUS Studio Recording Time or Video Production Services to aid in developing the winning act.
Host comedian Kyle Bergstresser takes the show on the road to explore some of Eastlink’s Ontario communities and discover their amazing local talent.
DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES?
AUDITION DATES
June 22, 2019 | 1-4 PM | Governor Simcoe Square | Simcoe, ON
July 13, 2019 | 1-4pm | Palmer Park | Aylmer, ON
July 28, 2019 | 1-4pm | South Plaza On The Square | Goderich, ON
August 10, 2019 | 1-4pm | Missionary Church | Port Elgin, ON
August 24, 2019 | 1-4pm | Memorial Park | Sudbury, ON
The deadline for audition registration is One week prior to the audition date in each town.
AUDITION DATES
June 22, 2019 | 1-4 PM | Governor Simcoe Square | Simcoe, ON
July 13, 2019 | 1-4pm | Palmer Park | Aylmer, ON
July 28, 2019 | 1-4pm | South Plaza On The Square | Goderich, ON
August 10, 2019 | 1-4pm | Missionary Church | Port Elgin, ON
August 24, 2019 | 1-4pm | Memorial Park | Sudbury, ON
The deadline for audition registration is One week prior to the audition date in each town.
Tailgate Talent Show 2019 Audition Rules & Regulations:
* Pre-Audition! Every contestant must register online by visiting www.TailgateTalentShow.com and completing the online form and submitting a video of their act. From all registered contestants, 10-13 acts or performers will be selected to audition live for the cameras in their town.
* Under 18? EVERY CONTESTANT under the age of 18 must have permission from a parent or legal guardian to audition and must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian at the audition location and showcase, if successful.
* Photo ID: Everyone will require photo ID in order to attend the audition.
* Animal Acts: Additional Paperwork Required! Any acts involving an animal must arrive at the audition with up to date paperwork from your veterinarian.
* Length of Acts: Any act selected for the live taping will be limited to a time limit of 90 seconds maximum. If you exceed this time, it may reflect poorly on your results. Choose the portion of your piece that highlights your abilities (i.e. singers find the song which best features your vocal range and abilities.)
* Use of Original Material: All music and content used must be original. No commercial or copyrighted material is allowed to be used. This means singers must use original music that they have permission to perform live and on television.
* Stripped-down Bands: The stage and P.A. set-up will only allow for: Lead Vocals, Guitar, Bass, Back-up Vocals, and small percussion (i.e. cajon, tambourine, etc). NO FULL BANDS.
Frequently Asked Questions/Comments
I am auditioning or I am part of a group auditioning. Every member of your group must show photo ID.
How many acts will perform at the show taping? 10-13 acts will be notified by a confirmation email if you made it into the show taping.
How long will the live taping take? Contestants should arrive at 12pm at the location. Filming is set to wrap between 4-5pm. However, be aware that television production sometimes takes longer than planned.
Unfortunately I cannot make the auditions in person. Am I still able to audition? NO. You must appear in person at the live taping audition on the filming date.
How long is my audition to be? Acts who make it to the live taping will get approximately 10 mins in the spotlight: this includes time for a pre-interview, your 90-second audition, feedback from the judges, and a post-interview.
Who can come with you to audition taping? Up to 1 friend or family member may enter the Audition Live Taping Zone. Any other people are welcome but must remain outside the Audition Live Taping Zone in the public space.
What equipment does the show provide? The show provides the required microphones and instrument cables.
I am doing a vocal number for my audition. What are my choices for background music? You may use the following to audition: * Original/copyright free recorded tracks * Original/copyright free karaoke tracks consisting of background vocals only, no lead or no vocals at all * Your own pianist to accompany you * Your own band to accompany you
YOU MAY NOT USE TRACKS WITH LEAD LINE VOCALS ON THEM.
** AGAIN, ALL MUSIC AND CONTENT MUST BE ORIGINAL. No commercial or copyrighted material is allowed to be used. This means singers must use original music that they have permission to perform live and on television. For some performers (dancers & magicians), royalty-free music may be able to be provided for your audition by Rainey Media Inc.
I am a dance or novelty act. What are my options for musical playback at the audition? CD or mp3 is best; 1/8” audio jack works i.e. tablet/iPhone.
I’m a novelty act. What if my act involves dangerous items? No fire, sharp objects, weapons, explosives (pyrotechnics) allowed.
