Tell me more (FAQs)...
1. What’s the deadline for entries?
We need to receive your complete application package by 5 p.m. (Pacific Time) on Sept. 23, 2009. Read the entry rules carefully and be sure to sign all necessary forms, and send that along with a $30 entry fee (certified cheque or money order payable to PEERS) to RE/MAX Victoria Idol, P.O.BOX #37039 RPO Millstream, 2401F Millstream Road, Victoria, B.C. V9B 0E8 or drop entries at: The Bay Centre Guest Services, Bay Centre Mall, Lower Level, Downtown Victoria
2. Who is eligible to enter?
3. How many finalists will be selected?
Our panel of judges will be holding live auditions Sept. 26th and 27, 2009 and then choosing 40 entries. The 40 contestants will be divided into two groups of 20. October 6th and 13th, the two groups of 20 will sing and five will be eliminated leaving 15 in each group. On October 27th and November 3rd, the two groups of 15 will sing and five will be eliminated leaving 10 in each group. November 17th and 24th, the two groups of 10 will sing and five will be eliminated leaving five in each group. December 8th, the 10 finalists will do a Christmas show. At the finale on January 12th, the 10 will sing and the winner and first runner up will be selected
4. What are the dates and locations of the playoffs?
Location for all seven shows will be at North Douglas Church on 675 Jolly Place (see Map). The dates are October 6th, 13th, 27th, November 3rd, 17th, 24th. There is a Christmas show December 8, 2009. The finale will be at Alix Gooldin Hall on January 12, 2010.
5. Can my friends and family attend the playoffs?
Most definitely! Tickets will be available for purchase at Thrifty Foods or at the door on the night of the event (except for the finale).
6. Are duos, singing groups and bands eligible to enter?
Only solo performances by singers qualify for Victoria Idol. If you’re chosen as one of the 40 finalists to proceed to playoffs, please be aware that you’ll need to provide your own pre-recorded musical accompaniment for your performance.
7. Will I be on TV?
We're hoping to generate a lot of media interest in Victoria Idol, so all contestants should be prepared to have media attention. We anticipate that TV crews will be on site for all playoff events.
8. I’m under 16 years of age, can I enter?
Yes, you can – but be sure you have your parent or guardian sign their permission on your application form.
9. Do I have to live in Victoria to enter?
No – despite the name, Victoria Idol is open to all Vancouver Island and Gulf Islands residents.
10. If selected as a contestant, do I need to provide
my own backup music for performances?
Yes, you do. We require that all finalists bring a pre-recorded, good-quality CD or cassette tape of music to accompany their song at playoff events. People can accompany themselves on acoustic piano or guitar at their performances, but must make all arrangements for bringing in their own instruments if the venue isn't equipped.
11. What’s the prize?
If you win Victoria Idol, you’ll be heading into Oak Stone Sound to record a three-song demo. The prize, generously donated by Oak Stone Sound, is valued at $10,000.
12. What are the judging criteria?
In the initial selection, the playoffs and the finals, the judges will take into account the vocal quality, performance, on-stage presence and appearance, entertainment value and assign a score to the performances.
13. Are all music styles eligible?
All varieties of popular music are eligible for Victoria Idol. People can sing in any language. This probably isn’t the right venue for performing opera or classical music, however.
14. Where will the money from this event go?
This is a fundraiser for the PEERS Victoria Resource Society. We’re a non-profit organization that supports women in improving their lives, through programs ranging from counseling and late-night outreach to housing advocacy and help with addictions. 100% of profits from Victoria Idol will go to PEERS, which will use the proceeds for its outreach services in Victoria.
15. I’ve still got questions – who can I talk to?
If you can’t find your answers on this web site, contact Victoria Idol producer Maria Manna at info@victoriaidol.com.
16. Do you need volunteers?
We sure do! Contact Victoria Idol producer Maria Manna at info@victoriaidol.com if you’d like to help out at any of the events.
