For those that missed out on the pre-arranged audition process, there are to be open auditions for X Factor series 3 at Old Trafford in Manchester on Sunday June 18th 2006.
This is your last chance to get on the X Factor if you think you have the talent it requires, so if you’ve not auditioned already we’d urge you to go along!
Those who think they have the X Factor should prepare a verse and chorus to sing, plus a second song choice and must bring photographic ID (passport or picture driving licence).
Gates open at 9am in the West stand and auditionees are seen on a first come, first seen basis so getting there earlier may help avoid the huge queues.
Good luck!
One of the latest celebrities rumoured to sign up for X Factor Battle Of The Stars is ex Coronation Street actress Nikki Sanderson who played hairdresser candice in the soap for five years.
Said Nikki “Taking part on this show is a mile apart from my normal acting jobs. There won’t be the opportunity to re-take any fluffed lines and I’ll only get one shot each night to prove myself.”
Nikki, who has never had vocal training said that she is looking forward to the experience and doesn’t mind which of the three judges she gets as a mentor. Whether its Simon Cowell, Louis Walsh or Sharon Osbourne, “they’re all different and brilliant in their own ways.”
One of the latest celebs confirmed by X Factor to be in Battle Of The Stars in the under 25’s solo category is 23 year old glamour model, Michelle Marsh, from Oldham.
Michelle, who has been receiving vocal training as part of the preparation for the show said “I love to sing and perform and love being on stage. I’m a little scared but also excited. This is what I’ve always wanted to do, therefore I can’t wait.”
The other celebs confirmed by X Factor to be taking part in Battle Of The Stars so far are: Lucy Benjamin, Gillian Mckeith and Chris Moyles who are all in the over 25’s category, and Paul Daniels and Debbie Mcgee who are the only act to be confirmed to be in the groups category so far.
X Factor Battle Of The Stars will kick off in less than a week, starting on Monday 29th May at 9pm. It begins with a two hour special and will run for eight consecutive nights with one of the acts being sent home each night.
Each act will be performing to raise money for charity, with the proceeds being generated by money made from the telephone votes. Charities which will benefit include the National Childrens home and The Multiple Sclerosis Society.
