Do you have what it takes to be the next headliner on the Grog Shop stage? If you're between 15 and 29 years of age, do not have an active recording contract, and currently live within the Greater Cleveland area- then you are invited to compete. We are looking for the next star! The winner of Grog Shop Idol will receive a cash prize and the chance to headline our stage on an upcoming available weekend date. To apply, please fill out our application by Friday, March 14th. We are looking for 15 participants to compete in this one-night-only event, so please get your applications in ASAP! https://forms.gle/7qPbH9op5yFA2JSE9 As an audience member, you'll hear the performances live, cheer on your favorites as a super fan or family member, and help our panel of experts decide who will move on in the competition. Have no relationship to the performing artists whatsoever? That's OK! Billions of Americans have tuned in to American Idol over the years for stellar (and not so great) vocal performances and to decide for themselves, WHO will be the next Idol?! This competition is no different. THE JUDGES Kathy Blackman, Owner of Grog Shop and board member of Assembly. for the Arts Cleveland Wallace Settles, Talent buyer at Grog Shop and entertainment consultant for many local festivals and special events Scott Heisel, Music educator at School of Rock, professional music writer/ editor/ pundit and DJ at WCSB-FM They've all agreed to "be the mean one"! HOST Rachel Hunt, Grog Shop marketing director and DJ at WRUW-FM She can't wait to get her Ryan Seacrest on!