X-FACTOR auditions are set to take place in Colchester.

Could you be the next Matt Cardle or Olly Murs?

Now is your chance to prove it after X-Factor producers announced they will be sending a mobile audition van to the town.

The hunt for exciting new performers will roll up on Thursday, May 10.

The mobile auditions allow budding artists to try out in towns and cities where the arena auditions tour doesn't reach.

Essex has already had great success in the ITV talent show with Matt Cardle taking the crown in 2010 and Witham’s Olly Murs a runner-up in 2009.

Full story in tomorrow's Gazette.

Are you signing up to audition? Let us know 01206 508432 / james.cox@nqe.com