By: Ashmar Mandou

The smash hit “La Voz Kids,” one of Telemundo’s highest rated television shows, is coming to Chicago on Saturday, Nov. 16th to hold auditions for its next season. “We are very excited to see the amazing talent in Chicago. Last season we had wonderful contestants come on the show from Chicago and we are looking forward to seeing the next wave of talented kids,” said Casting Director Natalie Ballesteros Cohen.

“La Voz Kids,” which is based on NBC’s smash hit “The Voice,” is a Spanish language singing competition featuring child contestants between the ages of 7 and 15. In order to audition for the program, contestants must be at least 7 years-old as of October 1st, 2013 and no more than 15 years-old as of October 1st, 2014, and must be fluent in conversational Spanish and able to perform songs in Spanish and English. “La Voz Kids” auditions will be held at UNO Soccer Academy, 5050 S. Homan Ave., November 16th from 10 a.m., to 3p.m. Parents or legal guardians must register their child by 11:59 p.m., on November 14th. Potential applicants for “La Voz Kids” should ask their parent or legal guardian to contact the hotline 1-855-869-5437 or email casting@lavozcasting.com.

“This is a perfect opportunity for kids who can sing to come and audition. This is their one chance,” said Ballesteros Cohen. “We are looking for kids who have confidence, who have a story, who are personable, and who can sing. We are excited to see everyone come out.”