First-Ever 'Riverhead's Got Talent' Auditions Kick Off Soon

RIVERHEAD, NY — It's time for Riverhead's best and brightest starts to shine.

Auditions for “Riverhead’s Got Talent” kick off this month; the winning act will be crowned on Friday, February 3 at 7 pm at the Riverhead High School auditorium.

The Town of Riverhead Recreation Department’s new, first annual talent show is modeled after the NBC’s hit “America’s Got Talent," a release from the town said.

The new RGT show is looking for singers, duets, trios, dancers, groups, troupes, bands, musicians, comedians, one acts, and any other talented individuals who are Riverhead residents in grades 7-12 attending a school district within the town, including the Riverhead Central School District, St. Isidore Catholic School, Bishop McGann-Mercy Diocesan High School and the Shoreham-Wading River School District.

Auditions will take place on:
· Wednesday, January 25, from 3 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., at the Riverhead Middle School, Room E-3
· Thursday, January 26, from 2 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Riverhead High School, Auditorium
· Friday, January 27, from 2 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., at Riverhead High School, Auditorium

“I am excited that our town’s young people will have an opportunity to showcase their skills and talents in our first 'Riverhead’s Got Talent competition,” said Riverhead Town Supervisor Sean Walter. “I am especially thankful to the Riverhead School District for showing their community spirit in allowing us to use their facilities for this show.”

“The 'RGT' stage truly welcomes all performers of all backgrounds,” said Ray Coyne, Recreation Superintendent. “We welcome the public to come down to see the show to support our students.”

An informational meeting will be held on Thursday, January 19, from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. pm at the Senior/Recreation Department, located at 60 Shade Tree Lane.

At the meeting, contestants can sign-up in advance for an audition date and time. For those who cannot attend, call-in audition appointments and walk-ins are also welcome.

Tickets for the show cost $15 per person, or $5 for children under 12. Tickets will become available on January 23 and can be purchased at the following locations:
— Senior/Recreation Department, 60 Shade Tree Lane
— Riverhead Town Hall, 200 Howell Avenue
— At the door on the night of the performance.

Contestants who purchase tickets in advance will receive one free ticket.

For additional information on audition dates and venues, the audition process and tips, call Liz Flood at (631) 722-4444 ext. 740 for details.

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