If you've seen the popular reality show Britain's Got Talent and thought to yourself that you have a special talent or skill that could win the show and the £100,000 grand prize, you'll need to know how to get on the show. To learn more, read on to find out how to become a contestant on Britain's Got Talent.
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Introduction
While not everyone on Britain's Got Talent may have the success of sensation Susan Boyle, appearing on the program is the first step to what could be a long career as a performer. To get on the show, you'll need to make sure you are eligible, submit an application and attend an audition.
Step 1: Know the Requirements
Of course having a special talent or skill is key to being successful on the show, but those interested in competing must meet certain other requirements to be considered.
- You must be a resident of the United Kingdom or Republic of Irelandhttp://www.itv.com/Termsandconditions/Competitionsandvotes/BritainsGotTalentApplicationLine/default.html
- You must be over the age of 18 or have expressed consent from a parent or legal guardianhttp://www.itv.com/Termsandconditions/Competitionsandvotes/BritainsGotTalentApplicationLine/default.html
- You must disclose any and all civil or criminal actions against you during the application processhttp://www.itv.com/Termsandconditions/Competitionsandvotes/BritainsGotTalentApplicationLine/default.html
- Acts with animals must provide immunization records for the animalhttp://www.itv.com/Termsandconditions/Competitionsandvotes/BritainsGotTalentApplicationLine/default.html
- Acts that may be dangerous or physical must provide additional informationhttp://www.itv.com/Termsandconditions/Competitionsandvotes/BritainsGotTalentApplicationLine/default.html
Step 2: Apply to the Show
To let producers know you have something special to share with the world, the first step is to apply to the show. Applications are accepted online or over the phone.
- Apply online by visiting the Freemantle Media website, answering each question honestly and fully and agreeing to the terms of servicehttp://gottalent.fremantlemedia.com/
- Call the audition hotline at 09018 80 10 10 to leave your name, address, telephone number, type of act and which city you'd like to audition inhttp://www.itv.com/Termsandconditions/Competitionsandvotes/BritainsGotTalentApplicationLine/default.html
Step 3: Attend an Audition
As you will be performing on the reality show, producers want to see your act in person to determine if you have what it takes to compete. Auditions are held several months before the show is taped in several locations.
- Understand that you will travel to the audition at your own expense
- Be prepared to perform your act for the producers
- Arrive early and plan for a long day
- Remember that your audition will be taped and may air on television
- Give it your best as this may be the last chance to impress the producers
