America’s Got Talent returns for the Quarterfinals with episode one on Tuesday, August 19, at 8 p.m. ET on NBC. Eleven acts will take the stage as viewers cast votes for their three favorites to move on to the semifinals.
In this installment, a live show golden buzzer will send one act directly to the finals, adding extra drama to the rotating competition. Viewers can vote for their three favorite acts through the AGT app or on NBC.com as hosts and judges guide the audience through each performer’s backstory and journey toward the coveted prize.
For fans watching without cable, there are several streaming options. DIRECTV offers a free trial for new users, and Sling and FuboTV provide ways to stream the show as well. FuboTV is currently promoting a $20 discount on the first month. The show’s season recap and previews are also available on AGT’s YouTube Channel.
What to expect this episode
– A diverse slate of undiscovered talents, spanning singers, dancers, magicians, comics, musicians, ventriloquists and more, all vying for a spot in the semifinals.
– One act could be propelled straight to the finals via the live show golden buzzer.
– The public will help decide the path to the semifinals by voting for their top three acts.
Summary
Eleven acts perform in the first Quarterfinals episode, with audience voting determining who advances to the semifinals, and a live buzzer offering one act an immediate march to the finals. Viewers have multiple streaming options to watch, including a free DIRECTV trial and discounted FuboTV access, while the AGT app and NBC.com handle the voting process.
A hopeful note
The Quarterfinals promise high-energy performances and compelling backstories, keeping the door open for surprising breakthroughs as fans rally for their favorite acts to move closer to a life-changing $1 million prize.