Get ready for a variety show that is performed, judged and organized only by kids.

Alden-Conger School’s variety show “Alden Idol” will be at 7 p.m. May 20 at the school. A panel of students chose the 14 acts that will perform at the variety show.

“They make the decision of who’s in the show based on preparedness, entertainment value, talent and overall variety of the show,” vocal music director Ada Theusch said.

She said they had about 25 acts audition, and unfortunately they had to turn some away because they want to keep the show around an hour long.

“That’s the hard part when there’s a lot of good acts, but you can’t take everyone,” Theusch said.

There are three age divisions for the show with about five acts in each. Kindergartners through fourth-graders, fifth- through ninth-graders and 10th- through 12th-graders. The judges are all seniors, and Theusch served as adviser for the show.

The judges will score the acts on quality, skill, stage presence and entertainment value. Each age group will have their own winner and runner-up. After all the acts perform there will be a 15-minute intermission while they choose the winners. Then prizes donated by area businesses will be awarded.

Some highlights to look for are the group of three elementary boys doing a humorous skit, a group of three elementary girls singing an ABBA song and a high-schooler who’s performing improv comedy with audience participation.

“Last year we had about 150 people come,” Theusch said.

It’s a freewill donation to attend the event and Conger Meat Market hot dogs and malts will be served.

“There’s a big variety of music this year,” Theusch said. “You won’t hear the same thing twice.”

When: Thursday, May 20, at 7 p.m.

What: Talent and variety show

Where: Alden-Conger school in Alden

Admission: Freewill donation

Theusch started the variety show in 2004 and likes that it’s something the kids can do with music that’s not required during band or choir.

“It’s totally fun for the kids,” Theusch said.