International Idol is Underway; Don't Miss the 2nd Round Sunday, Jun 13!

The third annual Soo Theatre International Idol Vocal Competition is underway, with spectacular performances by all contestants. The vocal competition is modeled after American Idol, but with a twist, as the competitors come from the Eastern Upper Peninsula area, including both Sault, Michigan and Sault, Ontario. Contestants are divided into two age groups, 13 years old and under and 14 years old and above.

Qualifying rounds were held this past Sunday, June 6th, with a total of 29 contestants vying for a spot in next week’s competition. Mark San Angelo did an excellent job as MC, along with the competition's judges George Snider, Allison Miller, and Amy Preville.

Special guest Bill Kritselis performed his song, "Born In Sault Ste. Marie,” for the audience. Mr. Kritselis, in his 80s, who has always hoped to sing on the big stage at the Soo Theater, was able to realize his dream by performing during the first round qualifying.

Seven contestants performed in the 13-and-under age group, all of whom impressed the judges enough to move on to the next round. This group is comprised of Hollyann Beck, Riley Gridzak, Caitlin LeBlanc, Joselynn Payment, Eva Perron, Sam Burton, and Jade Osborn. During the next round this group will perform two songs from two different categories, "Anything Disney" and “Singer’s Choice.”

In the 14-and-older age group there were a total of twenty-two contestants, fifteen of which will be moving on to the next round. Those moving on are Crystal Bialorucki, Hannah Burton, Brandon Carr, Caity Carter, Sarah Donnelly, Zachariah Dose, Tawny Freel, Sheri Hicks, Kierstan Jacobson, Christian Perron, Kellen Perron, Larry Peterman, Morgan Steele, Jesse Trotter, and Tiffany Williams. This group will also perform two songs from two different categories, “Beatles” and “Singer’s Choice.”

The second round of Soo Theatre’s International Idol begins at 6 p.m. this Sunday, June 13th. Special guest performer will be the winner from last year’s competition, Danielle Petingalo. Admission is $5.00 with all proceeds benefiting the Soo Theatre Project, Inc.

Further information can be obtained by calling the theatre at (906) 632-1930 or visiting our website at www.sootheatre.org. The Soo Theatre Project is located at 534 Ashmun Street, Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783.

Join us in supporting the Idol contestants and the Soo Theatre Project.

Int'l Idol 2010 Contest Starts Jun 6: $2000 in Cash and Prizes Up for Grabs

Download the application and contest rules here.

The Soo Theatre Project once again presents the much anticipated International Idol competition which focuses this year on the theme "The Possible Dream." For those who have what it takes to challenge themselves and others in determining who is the best at performing vocally on stage, this is for you.

Contestants will vie for over $2,000 in cash and prize money in two different divisions, 13-and-under and 14-and-over. Sponsorship has expanded to include All Good Soundz Music, Lake Street Studio, Old Mission Bank, and Bob Arfstrom. Contestants will be judged every Sunday in June on vocal quality, stage presence and song selection.

This year's competition will start at 4:00pm on June 6th at the Soo Theatre; all who are entering must be at the first performance by 3:30 pm. The top three finalists of each division will be awarded prizes with the Grand Champion prize for the 14 and Over Division paying out $600 for 1st place, $400 for 2nd, and $200 for third. The Grand Champion of the 14 and Over Division will also receive $500 worth of studio time at Lake Street Studio, an opportunity to perform at a Dream Makers Theater presentation, a Music-In-The-Park guest appearance and an opportunity to perform in a stage production sponsored by the Soo Theatre Project.

Contestants can find further information on the International Idol website at www.sootheatre.org/idol. Fill out the application and return to the Soo Theatre Project, 534 Ashmun Street, Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, 906-632-1930 as soon as possible. You may also hand in your application at the door before the contest.

If you have music, please email Jennifer Compo at admin@allgoodsoundz.com to make sure she has what you are intending to sing.

Download the application and contest rules here.

"Every great dream begins with a dreamer.
Always remember, you have within you the strength, the patience,
and the passion to reach for the stars to change the world."

Our May 2010 Newsletter Is Now Available

Our May 2010 Newsletter is now available online in PDF format (1.2 Mb).

Soo Opera Theatre Announces June 6 Auditions

The Soo Opera Theatre of Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan announces auditions for Gianni Schicchi, an opera in one act by Giacomo Puccini. Audition Flyer

Auditions are Sunday, June 6th at noon at the Soo Theatre and at 7:00 p.m. at the Algoma University Auditorium.

Auditions will be heard by Stage Director Timothy Murphy; Artistic Director Karen Hughes, and Soprano Elizabeth Kinghorn.

The opera will be performed August 12, 13, and 15, 2010.

For more information, call 906-647-8101 or contact the Soo Theatre Project at (906) 632-1930 or www.sootheatre.org. Soo Theatre Project, 534 Ashmun Street, Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783.

Barbershop Double Feature to Benefit Soo Theatre Project Jun 5

Get ready for a double feature of barbershop harmony!

The Lock Cities Chorus of Sweet Adelines International and Northland Barbershop Chorus of Sault Ste. Marie will be performing the third annual benefit performance for the Soo Theatre Project, Saturday, June 5th at 7:30 p.m. Adult tickets are $15.00 and student tickets are $10.00, available at the Soo Theatre main office and at the door an hour before the performance.

The Lock Cities Chorus of Sweet Adelines are performing a “Let’s Get Away” theme, directed by Judy Hendrickson. The Northland Barbershop Chorus, directed by Bob Shami, are performing a “Cowboy Chorale” montage in which three genres of performance art are combined into one memorable evening: Classic Western Music sung a cappella in four-part Barbershop Harmony is featured together with Cowboy Poetry.

Please support the Soo Theatre Project by watching this wonderful benefit show of Barbershop-style singers, Saturday, June 5th at 7:30 pm. The two choruses will perform at the Soo Theatre, located at 534 Ashmun Street Sault Ste. Marie, MI (906) 632-1930 or www.sootheatre.org. Tickets are $15.00 for adults and $10.00 for students. Come, join, and support the Soo Theatre Project.