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MONDAY, JANUARY 27 - THURSDAY, JANUARY 30
SHERATON NEW ORLEANS
Marriott Marquis | Washington, DC | Sunday, January 28 – Wednesday, January 31, 2025

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Tuesday, February 3
2:30pm - 3:15pm
Chopin

Keeping it fresh: Idol’s open call to next gen fans

Keeping it fresh: Idol’s open call to next gen fans

Tuesday, February 3
2:30pm - 3:15pm
Chopin

Keeping it fresh: Idol’s open call to next gen fans

As American Idol heads into season 24, the iconic ABC series is adding some fresh twists to connect with new audiences. The team behind the refresh will share how creator partnerships and social media plays support the format’s future-proofing strategy.

Featuring:

Joey Arbagey

EVP, Music

XIX Entertainment

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Kimberly Kleid

EVP, Current Programming

Fremantle

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Megan Michaels Wolflick

Showrunner

American Idol

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Rob Mills

EVP, Unscripted & Alternative Entertainment

Walt Disney Television

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