Call for auditions: Idols SA 2020

Cape Town auditions were held on 1 February at the Century City Conference Centre.

“Idols is about unearthing raw talent,” Idols SA director and executive producer Gavin Wratten said. “It gives singers a platform to showcase their abilities as well as our choreographers and vocal coaches the opportunity to help them develop into better performers and vocalists. Whether contestants win or not, they have had an opportunity to present themselves and their passion to South African audiences.”

Audition dates and eligibility

• State Theatre, Pretoria – 15 February
• North Beach Amphitheatre, Durban – 22 February 
• Carnival City, Johannesburg – 7 March

Only South African citizens aged between 16 and 30 years are eligible to enter the competition. Minors (16 and 17 years) must have written consent signed by a parent or guardian. Singers who auditioned in previous seasons are allowed to re-enter, but not anyone from a previous Top 10.

Registration

Contestants are encouraged to get to their respective venues early. Registration will open at 8am at all the venues and participants should bring an ID or proof of identification, some water to keep them hydrated, food and a song that suits their voice.

Where to watch Idols SA Season 16

Idols SA will be screened in HD on Mzansi Magic (DStv channel 161) every Sunday. There will also be a dedicated Idols channel. (Idols Extra, DStv channel 199).

The show will be available on DStv Catch Up once it has aired. All auditions that make it to the judges round will be screened on Idols Extra and will be available on the Idols SA website.

Voting

Voting will open during live shows at the Top 16 phase of the competition. All voting details will be communicated in the first Top 16 show and the terms and conditions will then be made available on the Idols SA website.