Auditions for 2022 CTV Lions Children’s Christmas Telethon are happening this weekend
Preparations are already underway for the 74th CTV Lions Children’s Christmas Telethon.
Auditions are underway this weekend and there is still room in this year’s show.
Auditions continue tomorrow from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at All Nations Church on Raphael Street in Greater Sudbury.
Details on the audition process can be found on the audition form.
The telethon will air on Dec. 3 starting at 2 p.m.
The 74th CTV Lions Children’s Christmas Telethon will air on Dec. 3 starting at 2 p.m.For more information on the telethon and its history visit our website.
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