November 23, 2024
Tri-Rail, South Florida’s premier commuter rail system, invites talented young singers, ages 5 to 17, to audition for the annual “South Florida’s Kids Got Talent” competition, to be held at the Museum of Discovery and Science (MODS) (401 SW 2nd Street, Fort Lauderdale). Auditions will take place from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, November 23, offering participants from Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach counties the chance to showcase their vocal abilities and compete for a spot in the 2025 final event. “We are excited to continue this annual Tri-Rail tradition that showcases the vocal talent of our South Florida youth,” said David Dech, executive director of SFRTA/Tri-Rail. “The ‘South Florida Kids Got Talent’ competition features some of the greatest young singers from the tri-county area and has helped ingrain Tri-Rail as part of the community.” Tri-Rail’s “South Florida’s Kids Got Talent” competition has become a signature event, uniting children and families across the region. All performers aged 5 to 17 that reside in South Florida are invited to audition.
Each act will have up to four minutes to perform in front of a panel of judges who will select the finalists for the main competition in February 2025, during Tri-Rail’s 16th annual “Rail Fun Day,” presented by Herzog. Judges will score based on vocal range, stage presence, and style. Over the years, “Rail Fun Day” has grown into a beloved community event in Dania Beach, featuring interactive activities, food trucks, cookie decorating, face painting, and more. Last year’s event saw ten-year-old Samantha Schmerling take home the grand prize with her vocal performance, earning her $500, a one-year contract inclusive of a photo shoot with composite cards courtesy of Posche Models & Talent, and a professional studio recording session with Mike Soper Music. Tri-Rail serves Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties with 19 conveniently located train stations. Service is available every day of the year including holidays. Transit buses, Metrorail and other connections are available to get riders to their final destinations.