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?
