American Idol Season 11
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Jan 19, 2012
Auditions No. 1: Savannah Jan 19, 2012 Television's No. 1 series returns for its highly anticipated 11th season with brand new contestants, a superstar judging panel and the best and worst of auditions. Host Ryan Seacrest and judges Randy Jackson, Jennifer Lopez and Steven Tyler traveled across the country to Charleston & Savannah where the good, the bad and the outrageous auditioned for their shot at stardom. This season promises to deliver the most talented group of singers yet and as always, it's up to the viewers to root and vote for their favorite contestants, ultimately crowning the next American Idol.
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Jan 20, 2012Auditions No. 2: Pittsburgh Jan 20, 2012 The auditions continue on the second part of three-night season premiere of American Idolas the judges continue their quest to find the next singing superstar from Pittsburgh, PA.
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Jan 23, 2012Auditions No. 3: San Diego Jan 23, 2012 The auditions continue on a special, extended primetime broadcast of American Idolas the judges continue their quest to find the next singing superstar from San Diego, CA.
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Jan 26, 2012Auditions No. 4: Aspen Jan 26, 2012 More auditions are featured on American Idol as the judges try to find the next singing superstar. Don't miss the auditions that everyone will be talking about the next day from Aspen, CO.
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Jan 27, 2012Auditions No. 5: Galveston Jan 27, 2012 The auditions continue on American Idol as the judges travel to Galveston, TX to search for the next singing superstar. Don't miss another round of good, bad and outrageous auditions.
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Feb 2, 2012Auditions No. 6: Portland Feb 2, 2012 The auditions continue on the new season of American Idol, as the judges travel to Portland, OR in search for the next singing superstar.
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Feb 3, 2012Auditions No. 7: St. Louis Feb 3, 2012 In an American Idol exclusive, Madonna will world preview the video for her new single, "Give Me All Your Luvin," featuring Nicki Minaj and M.I.A. Plus, more auditions – this time from St. Louis, MO – as the judges resume their search to find the next singing superstar.
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Feb 9, 2012Hollywood Round, Part 1 Feb 9, 2012 The Hollywood Round begins as Randy, Jennifer and Steven narrow down the auditioncontestants to see who may get a semifinal spot.
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Feb 10, 2012Hollywood Round, Part 2 Feb 10, 2012 The Hollywood Round continues as Randy, Jennifer and Steven narrow down the contestants after listening to the Group Round Performances.
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Feb 16, 2012Hollywood Round, Part 3 Feb 16, 2012 Contestants try one last time to impress the judges, singing for their lives to prove who deserves to make it to the semi final round. For some, it's the end of the road, but for the first group of semifinalists whose names will be revealed tonight, the next part of the journey is about to begin
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Feb 17, 2012Performance Challenge Feb 17, 2012 A performance round is held in Las Vegas.
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Feb 23, 2012Final Judgment, Part 1 Feb 23, 2012 The contestants must bring it and sing it in one final performance opportunity to win over the judges, who then reveal the first group of semifinalists.
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Feb 24, 2012Final Judgment, Part 2 Feb 24, 2012 The judges unveil the remaining semifinalists.
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Feb 29, 2012Semifinalist Boys Perform Feb 29, 2012 The male semifinalists perform. Viewer voting begins.
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Mar 1, 2012Semifinalist Girls Perform Mar 1, 2012 The female semifinalists perform.
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Mar 2, 2012Finalists Chosen Mar 2, 2012 Finalists are revealed. Also: The judges add their wild-card choices to the final group.
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Mar 8, 201213 Finalists Compete Mar 8, 2012 Season 11's finalists perform songs by Stevie Wonder and Whitney Houston. Mary J. Blige is the mentor.
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Mar 9, 20121 of 13 Voted Off Mar 9, 2012 One finalist is eliminated in a results episode. The performers are Mary J. Blige and Lauren Alaina.
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Mar 15, 201211 Finalists Compete Mar 15, 2012 Season 11's finalists must bring it and sing it in a performance edition.
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Mar 16, 20121 of 11 Voted Off Mar 16, 2012 One singer is cut from the competition in a results episode. Daughtry perform.
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Mar 22, 201210 Finalists Compete Mar 22, 2012 The finalists perform.
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Mar 23, 20121 of 10 Voted off Mar 23, 2012 One singer is voted off in a results installment. Guest performers are Lana Del Rey and Haley Reinhart.
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Mar 29, 20129 Finalists Compete Mar 29, 2012 The finalists perform songs by their own idols.
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Mar 30, 20121 of 9 Voted Off Mar 30, 2012 A finalist is eliminated in a results episode. Performing: Nicki Minaj and Scotty McCreery.
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Apr 5, 20128 Finalists Compete Apr 5, 2012 The finalists perform songs from the 1980s.
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Apr 6, 20121 of 8 Voted Off Apr 6, 2012 One finalist is eliminated in a results edition. Guest performers are the Wanted and Kellie Pickler. Also: the premiere of the Jennifer Lopez music video "Dance Again".
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Apr 12, 20127 Finalists Compete Apr 12, 2012 The singers perform.
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Apr 13, 20121 of 7 Voted Off Apr 13, 2012 One singer is eliminated in a results installment. Performing: Jennifer Hudson; Ne-Yo; James Durbin.
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Apr 19, 20127 Finalists Compete Apr 19, 2012 The singers perform a current song and a classic soul tune.
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Apr 20, 20121 of 7 Voted Off Apr 20, 2012 One singer is eliminated in a results episode. The performers are LMFAO and Kris Allen.
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Apr 26, 20126 Finalists Compete Apr 26, 2012 The singers perform in a Queen-theme episode. Appearing: Queen members Brian May and Roger Taylor.
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Apr 27, 20121 of 6 Voted Off Apr 27, 2012 One singer is eliminated. Performing: Katy Perry; the Queen Extravaganza (the official touring Queen tribute group); and Stefano Langone.
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May 3, 20125 Finalists Compete May 3, 2012 The singers perform. The theme is British music.
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May 4, 20121 of 5 Voted Off May 4, 2012 One singer is eliminated. Performing: Carrie Underwood and Coldplay.
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May 10, 20124 Finalists Compete May 10, 2012 The singers perform. The theme is "California Dreamin'.
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May 11, 20121 of 4 Voted Off May 11, 2012 A finalist is eliminated in a results show. Jennifer Lopez and David Cook perform.
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May 17, 2012Finalists Compete May 17, 2012 The final three singers each perform three songs—a judges' choice, Jimmy Iovine's choice and their own choice. They also return to their hometowns to visit family, friends and fans.
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May 18, 2012Finalists Results May 18, 2012 A singer is eliminated in a results show. Lisa Marie Presley and Adam Lambert perform.
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May 23, 2012Final Performance Round May 23, 2012 The two finalists perform in Part 1 of the two-part Season 11 finale. Jason Derulo and Scotty McCreery perform. From the Nokia Theatre L.A. Live.
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May 24, 2012Grand Finale May 24, 2012 The winning singer is revealed in the conclusion of the two-part Season 11 finale. Guest performers include Rihanna, Aerosmith, Neil Diamond and Chaka Khan, John Fogerty, Jennifer Holliday, Fantasia, Jordin Sparks and Reba McEntire. Also: a reunion of the Top 12 contestants.