NBC’s hit series, “America’s Got Talent,” is coming to Tacoma for the first time to hold auditions next weekend.

Auditions will begin at 8 a.m. next Saturday, April 26, and Sunday, April 27, at the Greater Tacoma Convention & Trade Center, 1500 Broadway.

In addition to the open calls, “America’s Got Talent” will be taping a show on April 29 in Tacoma. Tickets are currently available online at www.ocatv.com or http://www.nbc.com/Americas_Got_Talent.

The series is coming to the Northwest with new host Nick Cannon and judges David Hasselhoff, Piers Morgan and Sharon Osbourne as part of their nationwide talent search.

PActs of all kinds (musicians, contortionists, comedians, impressionist, jugglers, dance crews, animal acts, magicians and singers and everything in between) and from all walks of life are encouraged to try out.

Open to any talent of any age, “America’s Got Talent” offers a unique chance for anyone to perform on a nationwide variety show. Contestants are encouraged to pre-register at http://www.AGTauditions.com By pre-registering, contestants will be kept up-to-date with the most current information.