You need to be 14 or older. This is regardless of whether you’re in a group or a solo act.
Avoid being clichéd. Only sing Whitney Houston, Michael Jackson, or Jennifer Hudson if you’re just as good. Pick a song that you know won’t be the 500th time your judge has heard it that day. If that’s the case, you’ll be compared to everyone else on two different levels. The judge doesn’t have to know the song. In fact, it may be better if they don’t.
There are plenty of auditions by “mobile van” each year. In fact, that’s how James Arthur auditioned. Get connected on the website, Facebook, and Twitter for announcements.
In the UK, open call auditions were held in London, Birmingham, Manchester, Cardiff, and Glasgow. But there were tons of mobile van auditions – just the beginning of the list is Aberdeen, Colchester, the Isle of Wight, and Dublin.
This show is all about spectacle. Here’s what the form says: “Dress as the pop star you want to be - we are looking for the next big music sensation so make an impact. We also highly encourage everyone to bring along posters and banners to the open day - the brighter the better!” Fortunately or unfortunately (no one is quite sure), wearing your wedding dress or a plastic chicken on your head is not unheard of. You may stand out more by not trying too hard, believe it or not.
Load up on warm water. Stay away from alcohol (dries out your throat) and definitely don’t smoke. If you’re concerned you’re getting a tickle, go for green tea, pineapple juice, and get on vocal rest. Don’t strain your voice – that’ll just wear it out.
Get there very, very early. People will be waiting in the wee hours of the morning. You may want to bring some food, drinks (water!), a chair, and something to amuse yourself.
Account for the weather. Your hair and makeup may not look as great as you want it to when you’re auditioning at 5 PM and got there at 5 AM. Bring extra makeup and comfortable shoes. You’ll be grateful you did.
The judge will then give you a polite yes or no. They are not allowed to critique you or give you feedback. If you do make it, you’ll be notified of a call back audition at a later date.
