Interesting America’s Got Talent Audition Experience
I had an audition time of 8:00 am March 2. I arrived at Mccormick place around 5:45, ended up in line by about 6 am. There were already around 50 people in line. Some were auditioning, and others just family and friend. I met some people right away who were singing as I was. Seemed like more singers than anything.
After about 45 minutes of making sure everyone had papers and wristbands, they herded us to what seemed like a big ball room. We would stay here for a few hours. I didn’t mind I enjoyed watching all the performers practice. The dance off was interesting to watch also.
The time passed as we were asked to act for the camera. Sitting quietly pondering our fate. Unfortunately this one started while I was in the bathroom. Imagine my surprise as I walked in to at least 300-400 people sitting dead quiet. I guess it was a good thing I didn’t run in the room singing as loud as possible. Other poses consisted of everyone practicing, singers (singing), musicians (playing), etc.
Around 11 maybe a little later the first numbers were called. I was lucky to be called in the first numbers. I took a deep breath and walked to the line. I was placed in the line with the instruments (as I was playing the piano while I sang). It is importnt to note I was in line with about 6 other people and all had guitars, not a lot playing the piano I guess. Two people were called in the room before me with about 10 min in between auditions. They audition and said they were good to go.
I was called in, we auditioned alone in the room thank goodness, all though the ones outside said they could here me). I walked to the center stage and told them my name, age, song, and they asked a little bit about me. There was a man filming a woman working the computer and one gentleman (with a british accent) doing all the talking. I was asked to start when ready. So I sat at the awesome keyboard they had and sang “More Than Anyone” by Gavin Degraw. After I finished they asked if I could sing another piece. So I said sure thinking in my mind (Oh Man) cause I had not prepared another piece. I sang “Belief” also by Gavin Degraw as he is my favorite singer.
After I finished the producer sked me to wait outside while they check something on my papers. When I was asked to come back in he said he wanted me to sing for the executive producers. So I was led to another hall where I waited. In this hall they verified my information and took my picture. I also met the Boyd Family Band really nice family I enjoyed talking to.
Finally I was led into the room with two producers and another guy filming. He asked me to tell my story so I did. Then he said begin when ready. I sat down t the keyboard and after a sound check sang “More Than Anyone”. He said thanks and asked the other producer if he needed anything. He said no I think it was good. I was then told they will be calling people back in a few weeks.
I arrived about 6 and left before 1. So over all my experience was really good. I should mention my sister auditioned on March 1 and they arrived at 7 and didn’t audition until about 8 or 9 at night. So I am really happy for my timing.
I was really happy how everything went. The first producer was very complimentary and singing in front of the exec producers was very encouraging. However it has been 2 weeks and I have heard nothing so who knows. Just wanted everyone to see what its like to audition.
what city is mccormick place? was this a 2nd audition?
McCormick is in Chicago. No this was just the first audition. I haven’t received a callback as of yet.
your audition sounded very promising indeed – we did not have all those extra auditions. we auditioned in DC, but I guess we still have hope now. I would have thought they would want east coast call backs to be with the NYC people.
I HAVE PRE REGISTERED I RECIEVED AN E MAIL ASKING ME TO CONFIRM FOR SEATTLE AND HOW MANY PEOPLE WOULD BE WITH ME
BUT HAVE NOT AS YET RECIEVED THE AUDITION LETTER WITH TIME OR DATE
DO YOU KNOW WHEN THESE WILL BE SENT?
Gloria,
I don’t think you get a letter. You just show up at the time they said in the email and you’ll get to audition. They are open auditions so technically you don’t even need the email, but it’s better if you have it.
For more information on all the rules, you should go check out the official AGT audition website: http://americasgottalentauditions.com/
Do the producers have your paper work in front of them when you audition? And do they tell you to state your name, age, where you’re from, song you are going to sing etc. OR did you just decide to do that on your own?
Thanks for the recap BTW. 🙂
My kids Sterling and Sunshine auditioned and they told us we made the first round of audiitions. Does anyone know what happoens next? Thanks Sue
Sue,
Basically, if you’re called back for another round, then you’ll hear something. If you haven’t been called back, then you’ll hear nothing. Although, they just finished all the auditions in the various cities. So, I think we can safely say that if you haven’t gotten a call back now, then you’re not going to get a call back. Sorry.
Although, there is still one more chance to get on the show in the America’s Got Talent Youtube auditions: https://pureamericasgottalent.com/2010/04/29/last-chance-to-be-on-americas-got-talent-youtube-auditions/
We recieved an e-mail saying, Congratulations!!! based on the video we submitted to America’s Got Talent we had made it to the second round of auditions. But we havn’t heard anything else since then. When do you think they will contact us? Sue Powell Scott
Sue,
Based on what was posted on the official AGT site: http://americasgottalentauditions.com/new/ I’m pretty sure you didn’t make it any farther and the show won’t be contacting you at all.
They only contact those that are moving on and auditions are complete now.
Sorry.