--WBEZ is producing a talent show on May 14, 2008, and all performers, comics, musicians, improvisers, poets, singers and entertainers are invited to audition. Presented by Chicago Public Radio, the unique event will happen online and in person at the Chicago Center for the Performing Arts. "Performers upload their audition materials and let the public decide who will qualify for one of 12 opportunities to compete live at the May 14 event where the audience will select a winner."

How can you join in? Sign up for a Vocalo.org account, and click "enter contest" at the bottom of the signup instructions. Your audio or video content must be new material, and must include the tag "The Talent Show." All performance finalists will receive Vocalo.org and Chicago Public Radio swag. The final winner will receive a prize pack that includes a personal digital recorder, tickets to Chicago Public Radio events, and more.