ALA’S Next Top Star

Updated Nov 11, 2024 @ 2:41 pm

Hello, Potential Stars!

 

Animé Los Angeles’s Next Top Star returns to find the best and brightest within our convention community. Join us for an afternoon of thrilling acts, ranging from singing, comedy, voice acting, dancing, and so much more!

Do these talented individuals have what it takes to impress the judges and become Animé Los Angeles’s Next Top Star? Who will reach the top and earn the opportunity to perform at the ALA Masquerade Opening Ceremony?

How to Apply

Over the years, Top Star has featured a variety of acts including acrobatics, singing, comedy, martial arts, and more. Click the link below to apply for ALA’s Next Top Star. Maybe ALA’s Next Top Star will be you!

Auditions are open until December 31st.

CLICK HERE TO ENTER ALA’S NEXT TOP STAR

Not auditioning? No problem! Join the audience on Day 3 of the convention.
Saturday, January 11th, 2025.

12:00 PM. Room 104BC.

 
Congratulations to last year’s ALA 19 Next Top Star Winner, Tenko!

 

Prizes

Grand Prize: A Trophy, Top Star Ribbon, and the opportunity to perform at the Masquerade.
2nd Place: A Trophy, Top Star Ribbon, and reserved Masquerade seats.
All Contestants: Top Star Ribbon

Event Rules
  1. All contestants must have a valid badge for Anime Los Angeles 20.
  2. Entries will be allowed up to 4 minutes on stage for the main competition.
  3. Groups may have up to 8 members, including presenters and ninjas. Larger groups may be allowed on a case-by-case basis.
  4. Top Star is a family-friendly competition. All acts must have a PG rating and relate to anime in some way.
  5. No live animals are allowed on stage or in the backstage area with an exception for service animals.
  6. No materials or effects that will leave a mess on stage are allowed. No glitter, confetti, streamers, silly string, etc.
  7. Chosen contestants must attend the mandatory check in meeting on January 10th or risk disqualification.
  8. No pyrotechnics or any other sorts of open flame are allowed.

Questions or Comments

Feel free to email our team if you have any questions!

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