The Voice UK are bringing auditions to Ireland next year, spelling trouble for the The Voice of Ireland.
Rumours have been rife that The Voice of Ireland will come to an end soon, and now that The Voice UK is moving from the BBC to ITV next year, the station plans to target their Irish fan base by launching a talent search here.
According to the Herald, scouts from the hit talent show will visit open-mic nights across the country in hopes to find the next big thing.
Trouble: Could this be bad news for The Voice of Ireland?
Auditions are already taking place from next Wednesday, with an open audition being held at the International Bar on Dublin’s Wicklow Street.
Those that are unable to attend open auditions can still apply for the competition on ITV’s website.
Producers are said to be looking for all musical genres, including groups – but entrants must be 16-years-old by October.
Auditions: The Voice UK is coming to Ireland
The Voice of Ireland are adamant that the intrusion of the show’s UK version won’t affect them, despite speculation that the Irish Voice is set to be replaced by Ireland’s Got Talent next year.
“They’ve done it before, it doesn’t bother us,” a spokesperson said.
The news comes after it was revealed that The X Factor will be coming to the 3Arena in Dublin for auditions on April 24.
