Organizers of Italian Bowl XLIV are inviting talented young theatrical performers — both boys and girls ages 8 to 12 — to audition for a unique chance to entertain during the pregame and halftime festivities of “Broadway in Love – a Wicked Good Time!”
Young vocalists in the 8–12 age group are encouraged to audition for the opportunity to perform alongside Broadway stars Libby Servais and Stephan Stubbins during halftime. This dynamic dup (a married couple) have Broadway credentials and local roots — Libby is a proud Maumee High School alumna celebrated for her performance as Glinda in “Wicked.”
Ten finalists will be selected to perform the National Anthem at the game, with two standout performers ultimately chosen to join Libby and Stephan onstage for the halftime show.
The auditioning process
To apply, young artists must submit a video that includes a brief self-introduction and a one-minute performance of a song of their choice. Performances may be accompanied by backing tracks or performed a cappella. Applicants are encouraged to select a song that showcases their vocal range and personality.
Auditions will be accepted from May 11 to May 19, and applications can be accessed— and videos submitted — via: theitalianbowlusa.com/info/halftime-show.
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The top 10 finalists will be notified in early June. Final in-person auditions will take place on Saturday, June 14 at 12pm, just before the Mayors’ Cup kickoff, at St. Francis de Sales High School, 2323 W. Bancroft St., Toledo, Ohio. All finalists must be available for rehearsals, with dates and times shared in advance.
Winners will be announced at the end of the final audition session. The two selected performers will join Libby and Stephan live on stage during halftime at Italian Bowl XLIV on Saturday, June 28 at The University of Toledo’s Glass Bowl Stadium. Kickoff is at 3pm, and the halftime show will be broadcast live by Buckeye Cable Sports Network (BCSN) to audiences in the U.S., Italy, and around the world.
Questions? Reach out through the official Italian Bowl USA website!
