TALENT SHOW

RULES & REGULATIONS

  1. Performers under the age of 18 MUST have consent of a parent or guardian in order to participate.
  2. The top 6 performers will be notified after the submission entry has ended. They will receive free registration for themselves to the convention, but will be responsible for providing their own hotel accommodations, food, transportation, parking and other related expenses. 
  3. ​If selected into the top 6, performers must be available in Chicago from December 26th-28th
  4. Group and solo acts are welcome to submit as long as they follow the guidelines of the competition.
  5. NO profanity or vulgar lyrics in any vocal performance or dance music will be allowed.
  6. NO pyrotechnics, open flames or acts requiring more than 14 FEET of ceiling height. 
  7. A Sound Technician and microphone(s) will be provided. Performers MUST provide their own recorded music, props, etc., if needed at rehearsal. Recorded music MUST be on a CD or USB flash drive in an acceptable format (i.e. MP3 or WAV file). No changes to music or acts after rehearsal.
  8. All contestants must perform the same act or musical selection exactly as their video audition. This includes number of people in the act (if a group of performers). Act MUST NOT exceed 5 minutes.
  9. Keep attire at a respectable and tasteful level. NO alcohol, tobacco, or drug advertisements are to be shown on any clothing.
  10. MAS-ICNA reserves the right to CANCEL or RESTRICT a particular performance, even if the performance does not violate a rule. The decisions made by judges or the show’s management in setting rules or evaluating a performance are usually considered final and are not subject to complaint or alteration.
  11. Once selected, performers will need to sign a contract in which, if violated, will be subject to legal actions.
NO EXCEPTIONS WILL BE MADE TO THESE RULES!
Rules are subject to change at the sole discretion of the Talent Show organizers.

WHO CAN AUDITION

​American Muslims Got Talent Season 5 is open to all acts. If you have what it takes, bring it on!

HOW TO AUDITION

  • Make an audition video of no more than 2 minutes performing your talent.
  • State your name and location at the beginning of your video submission.
  • Submit your entry fee and send a copy along with your video to: talentshow@masicna.com
  • Submission Deadline is December 15th 2021 at midnight (cst).
Talent Show will take place December 26th with the first place winner getting the chance to perform again on December 28th.

PRIZES

1ST PLACE: $2,000
2ND PLACE: $1,000
3RD PLACE: $500

VENUE

McCormick Place Convention Center | Chicago, IL

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

how do i enter the talent show?
Submit a video audition of no more than 2 minutes performing your talent. Make sure your video is well lit and state your name and location at the beginning. Pay the entry fee, and send a copy with a link to your audition video: talentshow@masicna.com by December 15th at midnight central standard time.
IS THERE A FEE TO ENTER THE TALENT SHOW?
Yes, there is a $25 non-refundable fee to enter the talent show.
​WHY IS THERE A FEE TO ENTER THE TALENT SHOW?
The small fee helps cover a portion of what it costs to put on a large scale talent show in front of 25,000 people.
IS THERE AN AGE LIMIT?
If you’re under the age of 18, you must have the permission of your parent or guardian.
WHAT ARE THE TALENT SHOW JUDGES LOOKING FOR?
The judges will be looking for quality, charisma and content that is geared toward an American Muslim audience. ​
WHAT HAPPENS IF I MAKE IT TO THE TOP 12?
The top 12 finalists will audition in person at the MAS-ICNA convention for a shot at being one of the 6 acts to perform on the main stage Friday night.
WHAT HAPPENS IF I MAKE IT TO THE TOP 6?
The top 6 will compete for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place. First place winner has a chance to perform again by opening for entertainment night on Sunday night.
WHAT ARE THE PRIZES?
First Place: $2,000
Second Place: $1,000
​Third Place: $500

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