Following the highly successful run of “Tutuban Idol 2011” last year, won by Rachel Gabreza, the bargain shopping hub brings back this musical competition to discover the next singing talent.
“Tutuban Idol 2012” is open to male and female contestants 15-25 years old. To register, applicants should fill up the registration form available at the Tutuban Center Ad & PR office, located at the 2nd floor, Centermall 2, Tutuban Center. Application forms can also be downloaded via tutuban.com.ph or through Facebook (facebook.com/tutubancenter).
Applicants should bring one whole body picture, a copy of his/her birth certificate and a valid ID (school ID, NBI Clearance, passport, etc.) Upon submission of the application form, applicants will be screened by the Ad & PR personnel of Tutuban Center. Those who pass the screening process will be allowed to compete in the elimination round where they must sing two songs: 1 ballad or pop song and 1 Christmas-themed song.
Accepting of applications for Tutuban Idol 2012 will start from September 1-14, 2012. The elimination phase will run from September 15, 2012 until November 16, 2012, with a wildcard phase on November 17, 2012.
Winners in the eliminations will automatically qualify in the grand finals, which will be held on November 24, 2012. Criteria for judging involve voice quality at 50%, 20% for song interpretation, and 10% each for stage presence, audience impact and appearance, for a total of 100%.
Who knows? That untapped singing talent of yours may soon be the next toast of the entertainment world.
So join “Tutuban Idol 2012.” For more information, visit www.tutuban.com.ph or “LIKE” their Facebook page (facebook.com/tutubancenter).