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Twelve finalists are preparing to compete for cash prizes and
the title of HOOSIER STAR 2011 winner!
It will be one exhilarating performance after another as the audience votes for the best performance of the evening. Great appreciation is extended to the event sponsors, Horizon Bank & NIPSCO, who continue to make this evening possible.
The 6th annual HOOSIER STAR event includes a stage that radiates high energy and exceptional performers. Finalists perform with the Hoosier Star Orchestra conducted by Phil Bauman, as well as a small ensemble of back-up singers from from an outstanding chorus called Illumination, directed by Becky Osborn.
The glamour and sparkle of the evening is due to the colorful commentary and thrilling introductions. Commenting on the performances of the finalists are three celebrity judges: John Hancock, movie producer; Jackie Allen, jazz vocalist; and Bunny Fisher, actress and jazz vocalist. Jackie Allen will perform a preview selection from the La Porte County Symphony Orchestra's upcoming November concert. Introducing the contestants is a high-energy host for the evening, Ric Federighi from WIMS 1420AM.
Audience members can purchase and enjoy delicious refreshments from IVY Tech Community College Culinary School, Temple News Agency, or Little Chocolates. Also, a wide selection of beverages will be available from the cash bar furnished by Portofino's Restaurant.
The La Porte Civic Auditorium's balcony has a great view which includes live video projections managed by Lakeshore Publlc Television technicians upon a large stage screen. Thousands of seats are available at $15 Adult or $ 5 Child (17 and under). Upon arrival, every person who holds an admission ticket will be given two ballot tickets for voting purposes - one vote for the youth division and one vote for the adult division. A team from Schmitt and Kaylor CPAs will tabulate the ballot boxes to determine the winners. Everyone can vote, even the kids!
Purchase balcony tickets in advance at the following locations:
La Porte
La Porte Civic Auditorium, 1001 Ridge Street
LR Men's Clothier and Tuxedos, 205 Lincolnway
Judee's, Inc., 1104 Indiana Avenue
Angelo Bernacchi's Greenhouses, Inc., 1010 Fox Street
Roxy Music Shop, 1012 Lincolnway
Michigan City
La Porte County Visitor's Bureau, Marquette Mall, 4073 S Franklin St
Auturo's Bakery and More, 624 Wabash Street
Limited table seating at $35 a ticket is still available. Call (219) 362-902 to reserve a seat.
Preview the Finalists Online
Here is an alphabetical line up of the contestants. For a sneak preview of the finalists or to hear a segment of their audition recording, visit: LCSO.net 
Liz Bianco - Valparaiso
Jenny Madrigal - Lake Village
Selah Plotner - Crown Point
India Potter - La Porte
Lena Tirotta - South Bend
Melanie Zdanowicz - Crown Point
Adult Division
Betsy Archer - Munster
Ashley Bonesteel - Valparaiso
Suzi Carpenter - Wanatah
Lauren Mazur - La Porte
Ernie Ritchie - Michigan City
Mary Kay Steele - La Porte
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