Idols SA is back in 2013 to launch the showbiz career of a talented unknown performer with a one-in-a million voice. Auditions for the ninth season of South Africa’s biggest singing competition, a co-production between M-Net and Mzansi Magic, will be taking place around the country pronto.
The Idols Season 9 auditions kick-off in Cape Town on Saturday, 2 February and thereafter it’s up to singers in Durban, Johannesburg and Soweto to convince the judges that they need a foot in the door to fame.
Q: Where will the auditions be?
Idols 9 auditions will be held as follows:
Saturday, 2 February – Cape Town: Grandwest Entertainment World
Saturday, 16 February – Soweto: Soweto Theatre
Saturday, 2 March – Durban: Durban Playhouse (Albany Parkade and Royal Parkade can be used for parking purposes)
Saturday, 23 March – Johannesburg: Sandton Convention Centre
Q: How do I enter?
Anyone who wishes to enter season 9 of Idols need only to arrive on any of the prescribed auditions days. No entry forms are required but contestants must bring an ID document and must be between the ages of 16 and 30, on the date of their first audition.
On the audition days, contestants arrive at the audition venue, where they must register.
Contestants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a legal guardian so that the necessary participation forms may be signed.
Q: How old do I have to be to enter the competition?
You must be between the ages of 16 and 30 on or before your first date of audition.
Q: If I’m under 18, do my parents have to accompany me to the audition?
Yes – your parent/guardian will need to sign some forms, which allow you to participate.
Q: What about contestants from other African countries?
Contestants from other African countries are welcome to participate, but they must have SA citizenship and a valued South African ID document.
Q: How long will the audition process take?
Be prepared to be at the venue the whole day and until about 21:00. You might even be asked to come back within the next few days.
Q: I am a songwriter but not a performer – can I still enter?
You have to be a performer to enter the auditions.
Q: Who are the judges?
The judging panel will be announced closer to the audition dates.
Q: Which record label will the winner be signed to and what other prizes are up for grabs?
Details of the recording contract and other prizes will be made public soon.
Q: Am I allowed to enter if I had a recording contract before, but it has now been terminated?
As long as all ties with your previous label are cut, and they recognise in writing that they have no claim to you, your name, image or any previous material (music, lyrics or tracks), whether released or not – you can take your shot at being an Idol.
Q: Am I allowed to enter if I have guested on other people’s CDs?
You can enter, as long as all ties with your previous label are cut, and they recognize in writing that they have no claim to you, your name, image or any previous material (music, lyrics or tracks), whether released or not.
Q: Am I allowed to enter if I have music out but currently have no contract?
You can, but you need to make that fact very clear on the entry form.
Q: Am I allowed to enter if I am represented by a manager/management company?
You can, as long as your manager relinquishes control of your image, music and all associated management rights before the contest starts, and for the duration of your contract with the agents, which will be appointed to you should you succeed in the show.
Q: Can I enter if I have entered before?
Yes – especially if you know that your singing has improved. If you made it to the Idols Top 10, however, you won’t be allowed to enter again.
Q: Can I perform an original song at the auditions?
You may perform anything you are comfortable with at the auditions, but in further rounds that won’t apply.
Q: Can I perform with an instrument at auditions?
Yes you may bring any musical instruments such as guitars, drums and accordions; but remember you will still be judged on your vocal abilities. Please note a keyboard will be available at all the auditions.
Q: What must I wear?
Wear something that will complement your personality. You will be judged on your voice, however.
Q: I live in one place, but I’ll be in another when the auditions are to be held in my home town. Can I go to another venue?
Sure – we just want to hear you sing!
Q: I’ve lost my ID – will my passport suffice?
Yes, but you need proof that you are a South African citizen. You may also bring a copy of your ID, signed by a Commissioner of Oaths. Driver’s Licenses won’t be accepted, though.
Q: Will I definitely be on TV?
No – not everyone will make it. There’s a good chance that if you don’t make it to the M-Net show, you’ll appear on Channel 199 on DStv, though.
Q: On which channels will Idols be broadcast?
Idols will be simulcast on M-Net and Mzansi Magic.
who were the judges for Cape Town SA idols season 2 in grandwest?
Season 2 or 2nd Feb at Grand West in Season 9?
Are people under 16 allowed to still participate but still come with their parents or gardiun.
Yes – The parent/guardian will need to sign some forms, which allow the child to participate.
so are we even allowed to enter if u are 12 years old?and if u don’t go to to the auditons at the soweto theartre are we still alowed to go to the auditons at the sandton convenstion thearte
Hi Jennifer,
You will be able to get those answers directly from the Idols SA team at http://www.facebook.com/IdolsSA or http://twitter.com/idolsSA
Thank you 🙂
NO NO NO Where is PRETORIA here? I jooo Soweto why not Mamelodi?
Hello! For future… are you allowed to enter if you are not a citizen but you have a permit?
Hi Nicky,
I’m not sure about that. You can contact the Idols team directly regarding that.
Can i stil enter guyz plz help
Unfortunately not Bongani.
freakin out already