If you’ve visited Hollywood Studios at the Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida, chances are you’ve passed by, watched, or even taken part in the action of The American Idol Experience.
Although I cannot sing, I stop by AI Experience while in Hollywood Studios because I really enjoy being a part of the “show”…the audience part, that is. Each day, (and several times throughout the day), contestants line the stage to sing their heart out for a chance at performing in the live finale of the day. The winner of each day’s finale receives a “dream ticket”. Even though this ticket does not guarantee the contestant a trip to LA, it does ensure that the contestant receives an audition in front of the show’s producers at an American Idol audition in any city of their choosing (i.e., they get to bypass ALL of those people you see on TV and perform directly for the producers!).
For one very special young lady, her American Idol journey continues today.
Meet: Lacey Levine.
Lacey is a spirited 18 year old girl from Louisiana. She loves to sing, loves the Lord, and has a passion for music. Lacey truly shines as an individual and knows how to captivate her audience when she takes the stage.
Remember the amazing Disney themed birthday party I told you about back in May? The birthday girl was Lacey! Imagine that…Small World! :0)
This past November, Lacey was given a chance at the dream of a lifetime – she auditioned for The American Idol Experience at Hollywood Studios and not only made it onto the show, but won the first round and continued on to the finale! She was in Walt Disney World with her Aunt and Uncle (as her graduation gift) and they encouraged her every step of the way.
As time drew near for the finale, Lacey took the stage one last time, and emerged….
….a winner! Dream Ticket in hand, she returned home and patiently awaited auditions for the 2014 American Idol season.
Today, auditions for American Idol are being held in Austin, Texas. Lacey’s journey began in Walt Disney World and continues at this very moment! Where will she go from here? Nobody knows. However, we can hope, pray, and cross our fingers that her dreams will come true once again (hopefully this time, in Hollywood)!
You can catch an all new season of American Idol starting in January of 2014.
Have you ever tried out for the American Idol Experience? Do you like to perform in front of an audience?
I cannot carry a tune! However, the AI Experience at HS is really fun and we only just discovered it on one of our last trips to WDW. I hope Lacey does really well in Austin!
ReplyDeleteWe are in the same boat, Pam...but I do enjoy watching and voting! Thank you very much!! :0)
DeleteGOod luck to her!
ReplyDeleteThanks, friend! Appreciate it!
DeleteBest of luck today, Lacey! I can't sing either, Karen... but I do enjoy rooting for fellow Louisianians!
ReplyDeleteYes! I agree completely!! :0)
DeleteThat's awesome! Go Lacey Go!!!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Sarah!!
DeleteWow! That is SO exciting! It's so amazing how one small step can turn into such a huge opportunity! I'm cheering for Lacey!!!!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Paige! You are right!! :0) Appreciate it!
DeleteI LOVED the AI Expereience at DHS when my wife and I saw it on our honeymoon. The set is a very good replica of the AI set from around season 3 or 4. I've been fortunate enough to catch a taping of AI way back in season 2 on the episode where Gladys Knight nicknamed Reuben Studdard "America's Velvet Teddy Bear."
ReplyDeleteI hope Lacey finds the same success as Aaron Kelley (who won the AI Exprience and made it the finals in season 9 of American Idol). How exciting it must be for you to know someone who is going through the auditions.
That's so cool! Thanks for the well wishes! I will definitely pass them along! :0)
DeleteTotally awesome for Lacey! I can't carry a tune so I am not even tempted to try out for it. Good luck to Lacey though!
ReplyDeleteHah that's exactly how I feel! Thank you! :0)
DeleteHuh. I had no idea that the people that won in Disney actual got to progress with the show. That gives me a totally different perspective on it. I really though it was just a mock experience and I couldn't understand the allure of that. But now I totally get it! Haha thanks for sharing/explaining - that's really cool for Lacey!
ReplyDeleteRight? Pretty nifty, huh? I didnt know the full extent until lacey made it through! Thank you!! :0)
DeleteI have always wanted to be able to sing - does that count?
ReplyDeleteMy husband is the worship leader at our church, unfortunately, all 6 of our children inherited my singing gene.
However, both of my married children have spouses that can sing beautifully! So, maybe I will have a talented grandkid :)
I'm another one that's always wished I could sing. Ah well. I'm sure your grand kids will find their special talent no matter what it is! :0)
DeleteHow awesome! I LOVE American Idol! And I love to sing! Been singing solos my whole life in church!
ReplyDeleteMaaaaybe you should try out next time you are in WDW!! :0)
DeleteThat is so awesome, I hope she makes it all the way to the finale :)
ReplyDeleteMe too! Guess we will have to wait and see! :0)
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