Bandjam 2014 founders Cole Butchen, Michael Rosamilia and Tucker Hearon.
The last call for middle and high school rock bands to enter BandJam 2014 is Saturday. Feb. 22.
Live tryouts for the 16 semi-finalist bands will be at 7 p.m. on Monday, March 17, for middle school bands, and on Tuesday, March 18, for high school bands at The Ridgefield Playhouse. Finalists in both categories will compete in the American Idol-style competition on Sunday, April 27, at 4 p.m., also at The Ridgefield Playhouse.
Now in its fifth year, Ridgefield BandJam was created by kids as a fundraiser for The Ridgefield Playhouse, a not-for-profit performing arts center in Ridgefield.
“BandJam has proven to be a highly anticipated annual community event that raises significant funds for the Playhouse,” the Playhouse said.
A panel of music pros including Ethan Carey of i95FM radio will judge the bands.
For tickets for the April 27 event ($20, $15 students) for BandJam 2014, call the box office at 203-438-5795 or go online to ridgefieldplayhouse.org.
For complete entry details, visit ridgefieldbandjam.com.