‘Dixie’s Got Talent’ finals set to find Southern Utah’s next big star; fund need-based scholarships

Images courtesy of Dixie State University Alumni Association, St. George News

ST. GEORGE — Now that auditions, callbacks and judging are done, the finals for Dixie State University Alumni Association’s “Dixie’s Got Talent” will be presented in front of a live audience Jan. 18  at 7:30 p.m. at the M.K. Cox Performing Arts Center on the DSU campus.

In this photo from the 2016 competition, Jordon Sharp and his wife, Liz, sing together at the sixth annual “Dixie’s Got Talent” finale show, St. George, Utah, January 21, 2016 | Photo by Sheldon Demke, St. George News

The 20 performers chosen for this year’s event will take the stage in front of a packed 1,200-seat auditorium to sing, dance and otherwise try to charm their way into the hearts of a prestigious panel of judges and the voting audience.

This year’s judges include international performer and YouTube sensation Alex Boyé, Grammy-nominated artist Merrill Osmond, St. George Health & Wellness magazine editor Kristi Osmond, former Miss Utah Krissia Hall, emergency medicine specialist Dr. Nate Holman, Broadway-touring performer Rachel Holman and director of DSU Campus Store Aaron Meadows.

The winner and runner-up in each category receive a cash prize, and winners also receive a travel expense-paid trip to the next “America’s Got Talent” auditions.

“Dixie’s Got Talent is a wonderful event that showcases our amazing local talent,” John Bowler, Dixie State alumni relations director, said. “Equally as exciting, all proceeds go toward needs-based scholarships for Dixie State University students.”

Dixie Scholarship Associates, in cooperation with the Dixie Foundation and with the support of Dixie State University Student Alumni Association, produces this highly successful community event annually. All proceeds go toward scholarships at Dixie State University to assist students who would otherwise be unable to continue their education due to financial or life changing events.

Tickets range from $10-$20 depending on seat location and can be purchased at the DSU box office located in the Cox Performing Arts Center, 325 S. University Ave. or online. Box office hours vary, call 435-652-7800 for more information. Students who present a valid ID at the box office receive can get two tickets for the price of one.

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Event details

  • What: “Dixie’s Got Talent” 2018 finale performance.
  • When: Thursday, Jan. 18, at 7:30 p.m.
  • Where: M.K. Cox Performing Arts Center, 325 S. University Ave., St. George
  • Purchase tickets: Tickets range from $10-$20 depending on seat location and can be purchased at the DSU box office located at the Cox Performing Arts Center or online. Box office hours vary, call 435-652-7800 for more information. Students who present a valid ID at the box office can get two tickets for the price of one.
  • Dixie’s Got Talent: Facebook.

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