Chautauqua’s Got Talent Sends Three Home, 15 Contestants Remain
Cheryl Kozma performs a baton twirling routine at Chautauqua’s Got Talent Monday at the Spire Theater. Kozma moved on to the next round.Photos by Danielle Sullivan of Photography by Dani Jo
Cheryl Kozma performs a baton twirling routine at Chautauqua’s Got Talent Monday at the Spire Theater. Kozma moved on to the next round.Photos by Danielle Sullivan of Photography by Dani Jo
Johnnie Siggins plays his horn at Chautauqua’s Got Talent Monday at the Spire Theater. Siggins moved on to the next round. Photo by Danielle Sullivan of Photography by Dani Jo
Cheryl Kozma performs a baton twirling routine at Chautauqua’s Got Talent Monday at the Spire Theater. Kozma moved on to the next round.Photos by Danielle Sullivan of Photography by Dani Jo
Cheryl Kozma performs a baton twirling routine at Chautauqua’s Got Talent Monday at the Spire Theater. Kozma moved on to the next round.Photos by Danielle Sullivan of Photography by Dani Jo
Johnnie Siggins plays his horn at Chautauqua’s Got Talent Monday at the Spire Theater. Siggins moved on to the next round. Photo by Danielle Sullivan of Photography by Dani Jo
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Three acts were not asked back to the next round of Chautauqua's Got Talent.
According to Angelo Valentino, Spire Theater artistic director, The Larsen Family Band, Aly Dalton, and Michael Johnson will not advance to the third round Monday at 7 p.m. at The Spire Theater, 317 E. Third St.
"We are blown away by the level of talent that was showcased in the second round of the competition. Every contestant raised the bar this week," said Valentino. "It was a difficult decision for the judges, and I think many people will be shocked by the results."
Now 15 contestants remain.
Here is a list who will be coming back on Monday.
¯ Angel Busch - vocalist, ukulele, singer-songwriter
¯ Annabelle and Adalyn Martin - vocalists
¯ Brett Turnquist – vocalist, guitar, singer-songwriter
¯ Cathy Ruch – vocalist
¯ Cheryl Kozma – dancer, baton twirling
¯ Derek Davis - vocalist, instrumentalist, singer-songwriter
¯ Dewayne Moore - vocalist
¯ Gracelyn Kohler - vocalist
¯ Isaac Sinatra - vocalist, musical theater
¯ Jackie Bielata - vocalist, instrumentalist, singer-songwriter
¯ Johnnie Siggins - vocalist/horn player
¯ Jolee Schultz – vocalist
¯ Marcus Leeper - electric guitar/singer-songwriter
¯ Mike Shanks - Comedian
¯ Miranda Wilcox – singer/songwriter, multi instrumentalist
The competition showcases the incredible talent of the local community. The contestants perform in front of a live voting audience and a judging panel that includes industry professionals and local celebrities, Valentino said.
Pre-sale tickets for Chautauqua's Got Talent are available at InSpirejamestown.com. Tickets will also be available on the day of the show at the Spire Theater box office. These are family-friendly events, and all ages are welcome to attend. The ultimate winner will take home the grand prize of $1,000, a $100 gift certificate to The Fish, and the opportunity to be the preshow spotlight performer for the Donna The Buffalo Concert at The Spire on Nov. 4.
The competition, sponsored by The Post-Journal, Kiss FM 106.9, Blue Moon Management, The Fish and J. Edwards Insurance.