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Geneva's Got Talent

Tuesday, May 21, 2013

18 Contestants Make the Cut for 'Geneva's Got Talent' Semi-Finalist Round

Eighteen contestants will perform at Geneva's Got Talent Semi-Finals in June during Swedish Days.

Eighteen will be the lucky number for one winner of the 2013 Geneva's Got Talent competition. Also, 1,000—as in 1,000 smackers, 1,000 clams, $1,000 cash. Auditions were held May 18, when contestants vied for a chance to perform at the semi-finals during the Swedish Days Festival presented by Cadence Health. Eighteen semifinalists won the chance to perform and win your applause when online voting begins June 18. The talent level was extremely high, according to judges Heather Klaus, Dan Yotz, Eric Elftmann and Steve Lord. These contestants will compete at 6:30 p.m., June 19, 2013, on Geneva's Central Stage. Judges votes combined with public Facebook votes will carry a select number to the finals on June 22. Those contestants who make the …

Wednesday, May 8, 2013

Last Chance: Deadlines to Participate in Swedish Days Events Near

There are several ways to be part of this hometown festival.

Deadlines are fast approaching for participation in a number of popular Swedish Days events, including the Geneva's Got Talent competition, the Swedish Days parade and the renowned Granquist Music Competition.   May 8 — Geneva’s Got Talent applications must be received in the Geneva Chamber of Commerce office by this date. Only the first 75 applications received will be invited to audition on May 18 for a chance to perform during Swedish Days and win the $1,000 first-place cash prize. You do not need to live in Geneva to apply. May 15 — Your organization and/or business should be represented in the 64th Swedish Days Festival, presented by Cadence Health parade on June 24. There is no application fee. Once your application has been reviewed…

Sunday, April 28, 2013

Got Talent? Audition for a Chance to Win $1,000

Visit www.genevachamber.com/swedishdays.html to download the application and rules!

Spots are filling up quickly for a chance to win $1,000 in Geneva Chamber’s Geneva’s Got Talent competition. Only the first 75 applicants will be invited to audition on May 18.  Semifinalists & finalists will perform on Central Stage during the Swedish Days Festival presented by Cadence Health. The judges for the auditions, semifinals and finals have extensive & impressive experience in all areas of entertainment. Four new judges will be available for each round of the competition. Audition Judges: Heather Klaus is a Choreographer/Dance Instructor currently residing in beautiful Geneva.  She teaches all types of Dance at Moves Dance Studio in North Aurora as well as directs iDance, a competitive dance company. When not at Moves, Heather …

Tuesday, April 2, 2013

Sign Up Now for Geneva's Got Talent!

There are still a few spots left for auditions—and you don't have to live in Geneva to apply!

Pull that sax out of the closet, start warming up your vocals in the shower, grab the cape, black hat and wand from the basement — Geneva’s Got Talent is looking for you! If you have a talent that can amaze a crowd and impress a panel of judges — Geneva Chamber of Commerce wants to hear from you. The four audition judges; Steve Lord, Eric Elftmann, Heather Klaus and Dan Yotz are preparing themselves for an incredible exhibition of talent. “Geneva’s Got Talent” auditions will be held May 18 in Geneva. Only the first 75 applications received will be invited to audition and vie for a chance to perform during Swedish Days for a chance at $1,000 cash prize. You do not have to live in Geneva to apply.  Rules and the application can be found at …

Tuesday, January 22, 2013

Search Is on for 2nd Annual Geneva’s Got Talent

A chance to win $1,000 and ride in the 2013 Swedish Days Festival presented by Cadence Health Grand Parade!

The search for the 2013 Geneva’s Got Talent winner is on! Geneva Chamber of Commerce is looking for talent! Singers, dancers, magicians, jugglers, gymnasts … just about any talent is welcome. “Geneva’s Got Talent” auditions will be held May 18 in Geneva. Only the first 75 applications received will be invited to audition and for a chance to perform during Swedish Days for a chance at $1,000 cash prize.  You do not have to live in Geneva to apply.  Semi-finalists and finalists will perform on the Central Stage during Swedish Days Festival presented by Cadence Health. Rules and the application can be found at www.genevachamber.com/swedishdays.html. For more information, please call 630.232.6060.

Saturday, June 2, 2012

21 'Geneva’s Got Talent' Semi-Finalists Chosen

Twenty-one contestants will compete on June 20 in the semi-finals of Geneva's Got Talent.

On May 20, 75 Geneva’s Got Talent contestants auditioned for a chance to perform at the semi-finals during the Swedish Days Festival presented by Cadence Health. The talent level was extremely high and judges Heather Klaus, Beckie Untiedt, Mary Hooper and Steve Lord chose 21 contestants to move forward. These contestants will compete on Central Stage at 6:30 pm, June 20.  Judges votes combined with public Facebook votes will carry a select number to the finals on June 23.  Those contestants will perform at 6:30 pm on Central Stage for a chance to win first prize and $1,000.  Facebook voting will begin Tuesday, June 19 at 10 am and end Friday, June 22 at 10 am.  The Geneva Chamber Facebook Page can be found by searching Geneva, IL and …

Thursday, May 3, 2012

Deadlines to Participate in Swedish Days Events Near

Three different ways to be a part of the 2012 Swedish Days Festival presented by Cadence Health.

May 15—Geneva’s Got Talent applications must be received in our office by this date. Only the first 75 applications received will be invited to audition on May 20 for a chance to perform during Swedish Days and win $1,000 First Place cash prize. May 15—Represent your organization and/or business in the 63rd Swedish Days Parade on June 24. There is no application fee. Once your application has been reviewed, you will be issued a line up number. This parade draws tens of thousands from all over Illinois and beyond.  June 1—The Granquist Music Competition, a tradition started by founder Herb Granquist, continues on as the Granquist family are the new coordinators for this year. This event promotes music performance, competition and education …

Sunday, April 22, 2012

Geneva's Got Talent Competition—Spots Are Filling Up Quickly

If you are one of the first 75 to send in your applicaton, you will be meeting some of these judges.

Spots are filling up quickly for a chance to win $1,000 in Geneva Chamber’s Geneva’s Got Talent competition. Only the first 75 applicants will be invited to audition on May 20. Semifinalists and finalists will perform on Central Stage during the Swedish Days Festival presented by Cadence Health. The judges for the auditions, semifinals and finals have extensive and impressive experience in all areas of entertainment. Four new judges will be available for each round of the competition. Auditions: Mary Hooper has a master's degree in Music from NIU. She has been teaching piano at Cordogan’s Piano for the last 21 years and until 2007 had been the Music Director at the First Baptist Church in Batavia for 17 years. Her musical taste is self-…

Sunday, April 8, 2012

Geneva's Got Talent Competition—Call for Auditions

What would you do with $1,000? While it's not mega millions money, it is still impressive. Sign up to audition for a chance!

Pull that sax out of the closet, start warming up your vocals in the shower, grab the cape, black hat and wand from the basement—Geneva’s Got Talent is looking for you! If you have a talent that can amaze a crowd and impress a panel of judges, the Geneva Chamber of Commerce wants to hear from you. The four audition judges—Mary Hooper, Beckie Untiedt, Heather Klaus and Steve Lord—are preparing themselves for an incredible exhibition of talent. “Geneva’s Got Talent” auditions will be held May 20 in Geneva. Only the first 75 applications received will be invited to audition and vie for a chance to perform during Swedish Days for a chance at $1,000 cash prize. You do NOT have to live in Geneva to apply.  Rules and the application can be found …

Monday, March 12, 2012

Got Talent? Here's How to Audition for $1,000 Cash Prize in New Swedish Days Event

A new event for Swedish Days, "Geneva's Got Talent," offers a $1,000 cash first prize.

Geneva Chamber of Commerce is looking for talent!  Singers, dancers, magicians, jugglers, gymnasts … just about anything. "Geneva’s Got Talent” auditions will be held May 20 in Geneva. Only the first 75 applications received will be invited to audition and perform during Swedish Days for a chance at $1,000 cash prize.  You do not have to live in Geneva to apply.  Rules and the application can be found at www.genevachamber.com/swedishdays.html.  For more information, please call 630.232.6060.

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