THE best Elvis tribute artists from across Australia and New Zealand will gather at the Parkes Elvis Festival for a preliminary round of the 2017 Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest, officially endorsed by Elvis Presley Enterprises Inc.
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The heats kick off at 2pm on Friday, January 13, at Parkes Leagues Club, with the finals to be held at 2pm on Saturday, January 14.
Artists will be vying for the opportunity to compete in the 2017 Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest Semi-Final, held in Memphis USA, during Elvis Week in August.
Contestants will perform backed by the dynamic eight-piece Elvis In Concert band and will be judged on their stage presence, singing ability and the overall quality of the performance.
The winner will be awarded $3,000 prize money to assist in their travel expenses to compete in Memphis and an all-expenses paid trip and performance at Auckland's Elvis in the Gardens.
Tickets are selling fast. Contact the Parkes Leagues Club to secure a ticket to both the heats and finals on (02) 6862 1499 or at www.parkesleagues.com.au.
