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Wanted: Singing Seniors

Auditions for Orland Township Senior American Idol coming in February

Are you an awesome alto or a terrific tenor and 55 years of age or better? If so, Orland Township Supervisor Paul O’Grady and the Board of Trustees want you to come try out for Senior American Idol!

Get ready to ‘pitch’ your best ballad, croon some country or belt out the blues at the 6th Annual Orland Township Senior American Idol auditions, coming in February.

Each contestant will sing a 2-3 minute segment of a song of their choice, a cappella, for a panel of judges. At the end of the evening, the top 16 contestants will be selected to compete at the finals in May.

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“Our seniors have such talent and a zest for life that this event is always an entertaining, energy packed evening,” said Supervisor O’Grady. “I always look forward to the showcase of talent.”

Orland Township Senior American Idol auditions will take place on Thursday, February 15, 2018 at the Township Office, 14807 S. Ravinia Ave., Orland Park. Check-in begins at 5:45 p.m., with auditions starting at 6 p.m. To register, or for more information, contact Orland Township at (708) 403-4222.

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