But a bad showcase in front of industry executives could set back years of diligent striving — a young Jim Carrey was once axed from appearing on "The Tonight Show" after such a performance — and a single mediocre audition for "S.N.L".
A New York showcase in front of no less an industry figure than Lyor Cohen, ex-CEO of Island Def Jam and current Warner's boss, allegedly left the mogul 'loving' Drew.
In November, the group—now named "Spice"—persuaded their managers to set up a showcase in front of industry writers, producers, and A&R men at the Nomis Studios in Shepherd's Bush, London.
The well-attended games, televised nationally, are also chances to showcase skills in front of agents and scouts.
In its 2006 annual report, Kaupthing showcased him in front of London's Royal Albert Hall in a two-page photograph, saying how he had picked the bank "time and again".
When the tears dried, I impressed at a showcase match in front of scouts from across the globe and was presented with an opportunity that ticked both boxes: Soccer!
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But Matsui had little luck showcasing his talents in front of his hometown fans and visiting major league scouts.
"On top of that, it's a chance to get some national exposure, and go out and showcase your talent in front of the nation.
The tournament, in its 19th year, is known as a chance for Caribbean players to showcase their skills in front of a crowd that normally includes a sprinkling of professional and university scouts.
