The Palace Theater and All Things Kids are scouring Georgetown in search of local talent to feature in a June 17 talent show. The winner will receive a $1,000 cash prize and an audition video submitted to "America's Got Talent."

"Georgetown's Got Talent," hosted by toy and book store All Things Kids and The Palace Theater, is open to all ages and group sizes. Karen Soeffker, co-owner of All Things Kids and an event organizer, said people from outside of Georgetown are welcome to audition as well.

Auditions take place May 25–June 9 at Georgetown venues including All Things Kids, Uptown Social, Ken'z Guitars, Roots Bistro, Sun City, Mel's Lone Star Lanes and A Premium Blend Music Studio. Those who are interested in auditioning can register at www.georgetownsgottalent.com.

A total of 16 acts will perform at The Palace Theater, 810 S. Austin Ave., on June 17. Videos of the six finalist performances will be placed online, and people can vote for their favorite act during the two-week period after the live performance. The highest number of votes will determine the final winner.

Tickets to the semifinals at the theater are $15 and went on sale May 1. Proceeds will benefit The Palace Theater Guild.

Soeffker said one of the reasons for the talent show is to draw more people to Georgetown to see the recent changes on The Square and also to let more people know about The Palace Theater.

"We're trying to remind people that we have a wonderful theater in Georgetown with a lot of quality performances," she said.

For more information, call 627-4478 or visit www.georgetownpalace.com and www.facebook.com/GeorgetownsGotTalent.