Seattle is the final stop in auditions for Simon Cowell’s new show, “The X-Factor.” Tom Riles opened for the show which is looking for the next music superstar. The Seattle crowds were fantastic, as they love Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul, Nicole Scherzinger, and L.A. Reid. The talent in Seattle was impressive as well…maybe this is the home of the first $5 Million Dollar winner of “The X-Factor!” Watch the show on Fox this fall!
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X-Factor Audience Warm-up in Dallas!
June 21st, 2011 Posted in Warm Up
The X-Factor train keeps chugging along, and we just appeared in Dallas. Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul, Nicole Scherzinger and L.A. Reid found some great talent, as Tom Riles once again warmed up the crowd. The shows were taped at the American Airlines Center, home of the newly crowned NBA Champion, Dallas Mavericks. Thanks for having us, Dallas!
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X-Factor – Audience Warm-up on Simon Cowell’s New Show
March 28th, 2011 Posted in Warm Up
Do you have the X-Factor?
Yesterday I was working the Los Angeles auditions for Simon Cowell’s new show, “The X-Factor.”
Over 15,000 hopefuls showed up at the L.A. Sports Arena, auditioning in front of producers, aspiring to get a step closer to the $5 Million Dollar grand prize and a recording contract with Sony.
I entertained the crowd starting at 8AM, leading them in group songs, X-Factor cheers, and more. Entertainment Weekly Online said the following about me:
“From an elevated platform, a spirited emcee warmed up the crowd, which arrived at 6AM under drizzling skies. It was the first day of auditions, and the announcer exhorted contestants to have winning personalities, not just vocal talent, if they want to become the next Justin Bieber, Lady Gaga, or Black Eyed Peas. The mass of aspiring pop stars waved, “Simon Pick Me!” posters and joined in sing-alongs of numbers like Teenage Dream and Forget You.”
My elevated platform was pretty funny. About six feet wide, and a few feet off of the ground. I must say, the singers that arrived were awesome for braving out the rain all morning long.
Other reports said there were as many as 17,000 people at the audition. It was surreal for me to be able to talk to that many people.
For more information on “The X-Factor,” visit their FOX website: http://thexfactor.blogs.fox.com/
Good luck to all of you who auditioned, and today I’ll be back over at “Ellen!”
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Six Years at Ellen
February 23rd, 2011 Posted in Warm Up
February marks my six year anniversary as the audience warm-up act at “The Ellen DeGeneres Show!” Thanks to Ellen, Telepictures, and Warner Bros. for letting me be a part of the team. Here’s to many more great years and memories.
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Cartoon Network’s “Hole In The Wall” Audience Warm-up
February 22nd, 2011 Posted in Warm Up
If you’re looking for something to do over the next two weekends, come watch Tom Riles warm up the crowds at Cartoon Network’s hit show, “Hole in the Wall!” Hosted by Teck Holmes, this show is a blast for the entire family, featuring contestants attempting to morph into the shape of the wall, otherwise they are pushed into the water. For tickets, click here.
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Audience Warm-up at “The Singing Bee.”
February 17th, 2011 Posted in Warm Up
Are you longing for some country music karaoke this weekend? Well then come on by and watch a live taping of “The Singing Bee,” hosted by Melissa Peterman. Tom Riles will be there, doing audience warm-up on Friday, Feb. 18th and Saturday, Feb. 19th. This show is a blast, featuring a band, hit songs, and a rowdy audience. Yee-haw.
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Ellen’s 12 Days of Giveaways!!!
December 6th, 2010 Posted in Warm Up
Ellen’s 12 Days of Giveaways have arrived! This is the hardest ticket in television to get, so the audience members are very excited every day. It sure makes warming up the crowd a blast. Watch Ellen over the next two weeks to find out all of the gifts she gives away. No, I can’t get tickets for you, and no I don’t get the prizes myself. Merry Christmas!
That's Ellen with Elvish Presley!
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Ellen’s Season 8 Premiere at VMA’s!
September 13th, 2010 Posted in Warm Up
Ellen DeGeneres and Lady Gaga
We kicked off Season 8 of “The Ellen DeGeneres Show,” on a high note! Live from MTV’s Video Music Awards, our season opener featured Lady Gaga, Justin Timberlake, Katy Perry, Usher, and Justin Bieber. The show was a blast, and I’m excited to be on board again for Season 8!
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“Hole In The Wall” Audience Warm-up
August 21st, 2010 Posted in Warm Up
Cartoon Network is bringing back the hilarious game show, “Hole in the Wall,” hosted by Tek Holmes. Come on down to a taping where you can see yours truly, Tom Riles, doing the audience warm-up. This version of the game show features families competing against each other, trying to get through the wall. Stay tuned for an update on when “Hole in the Wall” starts airing on Cartoon Network.
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“Baggage” with Jerry Springer
August 9th, 2010 Posted in Warm Up
Looking for something to do in the summer of 2010? Come watch a hilarious episode of “Baggage,” hosted by Jerry Springer. It’s a dating show with a twist…everybody brings along their baggage! Check out the show’s website here. If that isn’t enough to make you change your summer travel plans…you can watch Tom Riles doing the audience warm-up on “Baggage” through September! Click here for tickets to see Jerry Springer and Tom Riles live in action.
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