AXS: ON PARADE
Performing arts students from around the country perform in a televised segment during the Houston Thanksgiving Day Parade while over 2M people watch from their homes!
MAKE YOUR TELEVISION DEBUT
WE ARE SEEKING TALENTED SINGERS AND DANCERS BETWEEN THE AGES OF 12 AND 20 TO PERFORM ON Television during the Houston Thanksgiving Day parade!
Select individuals will have the opportunity to learn, rehearse, and perform alongside performers who have been featured on some of our most popular television shows (The Voice, America’s Got Talent, SYTYCD) as we celebrate the start of the holiday season in the Houston Thanksgiving Day Parade!
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THE EXPERIENCE
THE EXPERIENCE
Tuesday, November 21, 2024 TO Thursday, JUNE 23, 2024
The AXS On Parade Experience is designed for aspiring artists who want to learn what it is like to be a part of a major live televised production that is viewed by over 2M people on an annual basis.
AXS On Parade provides you the opportunity to perform during the Houston Thanksgiving Day parade and see behind the scenes how a professional televised show is produced, rehearsed, and ultimately brought to life.
All participants will be exposed to the highest level of performance excellence while reinforcing lifelong lessons in teamwork, discipline, and artistic growth.
We are thrilled to invite you to participate in this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
OUR 2023 PERFORMANCE
THE AXS: ON PARADE CAST WILL PERFORM A SEGMENT FROM:
AXS PARADE 2023 NON PROFIT BENEFICIARY
A portion of our proceeds will be donated to this year’s beneficiary:
TURNING POINT CENTER
Provides the following Services for Our Community:
The goal of the Turning Point Center is to provide a variety of supportive services to help return the homeless elderly to a productive society including but not limited to the following:
HOUSING
Turning Point Center provides emergency and transitional housing at a refurbished apartment complex at 1701 Jacquelyn Drive in the Spring Branch area of Houston
MEALS
Turning Point Center provides three meals a day to all resident clients.
CLOTHING
Turning Point Center ensures, through the use of donations, that resident clients have adequate clothing to protect them from the elements and to make a proper appearance as they attend schools or search for employment.
Counseling
Turning Point Center collaborates with various other agencies to provide counseling services such as case management, substance abuse education, anger/stress management, chemical dependency counseling, personal/social adjustment counseling, and group counseling.
GUEST PERFORMERS
Your Participation in AXS: ON PARADE provides you the opportunity to perform alongside some of today’s up-and-coming and talented performers.
2023 GUEST PERFORMER
RL has appeared on several major TV shows such as “Gimme The Mike” on CBS, “Karaoke Battle USA” on ABC, and, of course the international TV show “America’s Got Talent!” He has also appeared on the TV game show “Family Feud,” and performed in stage presentations and theatrical plays and musical productions. One of which toured nationwide – “Why Brake Down” starring Charnele Brown, from the hit TV show the “Different World,”
Recently featured on “America’s Got Talent” TV Show
PAST GUEST PERFORMERS
Stephen"tWitch" Boss (September 29, 1982 – December 13, 2022) was an American freestyle hip-hop dancer, choreographer, actor, television producer, and television personality. who finished in second place on the American version of So You Think You Can Dance (SYTYCD). He was featured in many films from the “Step-Up” Franchise. From 2014 to May 2022, he was featured on The Ellen DeGeneres Show as a repeated guest host and he was also a co-executive producer of the program. He and his wife, Allison Holker, hosted Disney's Fairy Tale Weddings on Freeform and Disney+.
Alyson Stoner got her start as a triple threat on the Disney Channel, co-hosting "Mike's Super Short Show". By age seven, she won the hearts of an older generation as the "Little Pigtailed Dancer" in Missy Elliott's music videos Her movie credits include Cheaper by the Dozen (2003) and the "Step Up" franchise
Deborah Ann Ryan (born May 13, 1993) is an American actress and singer. She started acting professionally onstage at the age of seven and was later discovered during Disney Channel's nationwide search for new talent.
Ryan's work for Disney Channel includes starring roles in the series The Suite Life on Deck (2008–2011), the film 16 Wishes (2010), the series Jessie (2011–2015), and the film Radio Rebel (2012). She also appeared in the drama film What If... (2010) and the series Insatiable (2018–2019). She gained prominence in music by contributing vocals to the soundtracks of her Disney projects and later formed the band The Never Ending in 2013, with whom she released the EP One (2014).
Landon Gimenez was born on November 5, 2003, in Houston, Texas, USA. He is an actor, known for Chasing Titles Vol. 1 (2017), Resurrection (2013) and Criminal Minds (2005).
Naturi Cora Maria Naughton-Lewis is an American singer, songwriter, and actress. Naughton is best known as one-third of the R&B group 3LW and for her acting roles in the films Fame and Notorious, playing rapper Lil' Kim in the latter film. Nauturi also played the role of Denise in the 2009 Film Reboot of “FAME”.
Averie Bishop is an American businessperson, social media personality, and beauty pageant titleholder. She was the 2022 Miss Texas and second-runner-up at Miss America 2023. Bishop was the first Asian contestant to become Miss Texas in the pageant’s 85-year history.
Houston singer Halston Dare is a pop star on the rise · She's considered one of the brightest young voices in music with numerous festival performances under help belt across the country and is currently working on her next album.
William John "Will" Hudson Makar (born March 2, 1989) is an American singer and was a semi-finalist on the fifth season of American Idol. He is LA Galaxy official artist, Dapper Dan, and was a Walt Disney Cast Member.
TESTIMONIES
Hear what past participants, parents, and AXS: Parade have to say!
“”This was an absolute treat for Shelby. I loved how she got to dance and meet new people from around the country and get to do this performance on TV. So professional, I had no idea about the work it took to put on something like this!
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““Such a fun time! Can I come back next year?.” ”
““ I got to do this as a kid and it is so cool, that I get to support and watch the girls do this now. Such a great experience!”
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““ I really loved meeting new people from so many different backgrounds come together and put this performance together. Everyone was really cool, and I learned a lot about how TV works”
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““Such a great opportunity for my students. They had such a great time and Adams Davy was so organized and professional. Such a great experience for my kids and for me!”
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ITINERARY
3 days add up to 1 amazing experience!
AXS: PARADE ITINERARY
Day 1
Welcome!
Parent Q&A
Performance Rehearsals
Costume Fittings
Performance Masterclass
Day 2
Performance Rehearsals
Performance Masterclass
Scholarship Auditions
TV Zone Rehearsals
Day 3
Meet in Hotel Lobby
Check-in for Parade Performance
Parade Begins
Televised Parade Performance
Walk the Parade Route
Dismissed
Happy Thanksgiving!
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
I am interested in participating in an AXS: ON PARADE Experience. How do you select your performers?
This is the only AXS: Experience that does not require an audition.
Participants with intermediate to advanced dance skills can simply register online to be a part of this performance.
How many people do you cast for this experience?
Our AXS: On Parade cast can consist of up to 50 performers.
How old do I have to be to participate?
Due to the intensity of this experience, participants must be between 9-20 years old prior to or on the day of the performance.
What kind of routine will I be performing?
For AXS: ON PARADE we perform a 1 minute 30 ssect televised segment to upbeat holiday music for the TV Zone performance.
Down the route we perfom traveling choreography as we follow our Parade float.
My parents want to know who will be my chaperones?
Veteran adult staff members, both male and female, will serve as chaperones. Many of them coach and teach music, dance, theatre, and drama and have an extensive background in working with young people. Chaperones follow a strictly enforced set of guidelines. A criminal background check is performed on each Staff Chaperone on an annual basis and prior to being accepted on our staff.
Can my parents come?
YES! Your parents, family, and friends may also attend our AXS: Experiences by purchasing a Friends & Family participation package.
Can family and friends, not on the trip, view our performance?
During many of our experiences, Adams Davy will provide a Live Broadcast during dress rehearsals a few days prior to our official performance. Unfortunately, due to performance rights and copyright laws, we are unable to LiveStream the official performance. Follow us @adamsdavyAXS, on Facebook and Instagram, to see the LIVE performance during dress rehearsals.
PHOTO GALLERY
Pics from past Performances!
PACKAGES
Fees
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Packages
EXPERIENCE PRICING
starts at $599.00 per participant.
Group pricing is available for 10 or more performers
(all-inclusive pricing*/ Payment Plans Available)
PERFORMER PRICING INCLUDES ALL OF THE FOLLOWING:
Perform on Television:
Participate in a live televised performance during the Houston Thanksgiving Parade with the Santa's Workshop Float.
Pre Production Webinar:
Get a pre-production webinar prior to arriving on location to stay updated with information. A Q&A session will also be available to you.
Discounted Hotel Pricing
One room night for you and your family at a Houston Downtown Hotel.
(two performers per room. or you can upgrade to a family room)
Choreography & Music:
Get access to performance choreography and music prior to the "on Location" date.
Be rehearsed and prepared upon arrival!
Live Stream Taping
Moments of your final dress rehearsal will be live-streamed across social media and the internet so friends, family, directors, and supporters can share in your success.
Video Of Your Performance
You will receive video media of your performance which you can use for social media, personal branding, and digital proof of your participation.
On-location rehearsals and masterclasses:
Work with two-time Emmy® nominated producers, Tony & Sarah Smith to create and perform your upcoming televised performance.
Also, get Masterclass instruction from surprise professional entertainers too.
You may be chosen for a college and summer intensive scholarship during the masterclass.
Costume:
Your parade performance costume will include tights.
Vest, pants, and bow tie for male performers.
Grandstand Tickets
This package includes 1 grandstand ticket in the TV Zone seating area for your family and friends to cheer on your Televised performance in person.
AXS: ON PARADE REGISTRATION
Register for AXS: On Parade!
