AFTER scouring the entire archipelago for potential aspirants, GMA Network’s all-original singing talent search, Protégé: The Battle for the Big Break, makes its grand premiere on September 4.
Protégé invades Filipino homes with a new breed of performers with unique voices and raw talents who will soon become the country’s next batch of singing sensations.
The 10 highly respected mentors who were sent out to different parts of the country to find their three protégés include Janno Gibbs, Jaya, Jay-R, Rachelle Ann Go, Gloc-9, Aiza Seguerra, Imelda Papin, Claire Dela Fuente, Joey Generoso and Rey Valera.
This first-of-its-kind singing competition showcasing 10 of the industry’s most adored legends as mentors, will be hosted by singer-songwriter Ogie Alcasid as Journey Host, Dingdong Dantes as Gala Presentor and Jennylyn Mercado as reality host.
Ogie delivers the backstage drama and the emotional highs and lows in the life of every aspirant while Dingdong hosts the live Sunday gala night presentations while Jennylyn takes over the 10-minute daily updates on the aspirants’ quest for musical stardom.
The three formidable and high-profile judges include well-renowned composer, musical director and writer Louie Ocampo, well-respected talent manager and director Bert De Leon and entertainment guru, Joey de Leon.
