Thunder Girls Finalists Announced

Thursday's finals will decide the new dance team members for the 2011-12 OKC Thunder Girls.

Monday, August 8th 2011, 12:53 pm

By: News 9

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OKLAHOMA CITY – After a long day of open auditions, only 40 young ladies remain the running to become members of the 2011-12 Thunder Girls Dance Team.

Saturday, News9's Lauren Nelson helped judge the auditions session in OKC and more than 100 girls showed up for their chance to become a Thunder Girl.

At the end of the day, 40 ladies survived the cuts and were selected for a final audition on Thursday, August 11th at the Riverwind Casino.

Fans are invited to watch 2011-12 Thunder Girls Auditions live on Thursday as admission is free and doors open at 6 p.m. with the show set to begin at 7 p.m.

At Thursday's final round, each finalists will showcase their dance talent as well as highlight their personality with Q&A sessions. The end of the night will conclude with the announcement of your 2011-12 Thunder Girls dance team.

The event will take place in Riverwind's Showplace Theatre and parking is free.