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 |  American Idol Episodes, Season 17Back To Pazsaz Entertainment Network's American Idol: The Search For A Superstar Page The season kicks off with auditions in Louisville, Ky.; Coeur d'Alene, Idaho; Los Angeles; New York; and Denver. Auditions continue in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho; Louisville; and Los Angeles. Included: two of the most powerful auditions in "Idol" history. Auditions continue in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho; New York; Louisville, Ky.; and Los Angeles. Included: an original song; the return of a fan favorite from last season; a walk down memory lane by Lionel Richie; and a surprise dance move by Katy Perry. Auditions continue in Los Angeles; Louisville; New York; and Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. Included: the story of a girl reuniting with her egg donor; a performance that Katy Perry shares as one of her favorite voices she has ever heard; and an audition that makes Luke Bryan drop to the floor. Auditions continue in Los Angeles, New York, Louisville and Denver. The episode features a surprise audition that no one saw coming, a reunion for judge Luke Bryan, and an incredible story of defying the odds. Hollywood Week commences. Tensions are high as this year's crop of hopefuls battles it out in solo and group round performances from the famous stage of The Orpheum Theatre. Helping to guide them through the rigorous week is in-house mentor Bobby Bones. Included: an emergency trip to the hospital in an ambulance; and a special moment when one lucky contestant receives a heartfelt gift from Luke Bryan. Idol hopefuls from across the country gather at the famous stage of the Orpheum Theatre to battle it out in group rounds and solo performances in hopes of advancing to the next round of the competition, taking place at Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa, which is revealed in a surprise announcement. Also, don't miss a surprise on-stage marriage proposal for one lucky hopeful in front of the judges and fellow contestants. At Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa in Ko Olina, Hawaii, the show's Top 40 contestants perform on the beach in front of a live audience and the superstar judge panel. Following the performances, the judges sit down with each contestant to reveal their fate, culminating with the show's Top 20 finalists. The Top 20 perform. Ten of the Top 20 finalists perform duets with all-star celebrity partners from The Wiltern in Los Angeles. Among the stars: Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo; Jason Mraz; Brett Young; Shaggy; and Elle King. The remaining 10 contestants of the Top 20 perform duets with all-star celebrity partners from The Wiltern in Los Angeles. Among the stars: Julia Michaels; Lukas Graham; lovelytheband; Cynthia Erivo; Chris Isaak; and Ben Harper. The Top 14 contestants perform on the iconic "Idol" stage for the first time, in hopes of winning over the hearts of viewers and being voted through to the next phase of the competition. The seven contestants with the most votes by America are revealed, securing their spot in the Top 10. Those that are safe will perform a victory song, and the seven remaining contestants will sing to impress the judges. The judges will then choose three contestants, pushing a total of 10 talented Idol hopefuls one step closer to stardom. The contestants perform Disney songs for a spot in the Top 8. Rebel Wilson serves as their mentor. A deep dive into each finalist's journey on "American Idol" thus far, highlighting never-before-seen songs, stories, performances and footage, as well as revisiting favorite moments from the season. The finalists pay tribute to one of the world's most iconic bands, Queen, before partnering up for classic movie duet performances. Helping to prepare the Top 8 to rock the stage is Adam Lambert, who acts as celebrity guest mentor. Singers show off their singing talent in hopes of making it to the next round. Katy Perry, Lionel Richie, and Luke Bryan serve as judges. The remaining five hopefuls perform three songs, including a pick from in-house mentor, Bobby Bones; a song dedicated to their heroes in honor of Mother's Day; and a selection from Elton John's catalog. America's coast-to-coast vote determines the winner, with all voting taking place during the show. The crowning moment will be preceded by special performances from music legends among other surprises.
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