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“American Idol” will hold auditions on Aug. 27 at Philadelphia’s Wachovia Center for Season Seven of the FOX talent show. Philadelphia is the final stop among seven audition cities across the country.

Auditions are open to men and women ages 16 to 28. Additional information on wristbands and lineup rules will be released soon and available at www.americanidol.com .

Season Seven of “American Idol” premieres in January.

The nationwide audition schedule includes:

• July 30: San Diego, Calif., Qualcomm Stadium
• Aug. 6: Dallas, Texas, Texas Stadium
• Aug. 10: Omaha, Neb., Qwest Center
• Aug.14: Atlanta, Ga., location TBA
• Aug. 18: Charleston, S.C., North Charleston Coliseum
• Aug. 22: Miami, Fla., American Airlines Arena

— Morning Call staff reports