American Idol hopefuls give sneak preview of their talent Posted on June 22, 2009 by Chicago 1 Chicago Chicago News & Search 1 News - 1 eMovies - 1 eMusic - 1 eBooks - 1 Search Search for: Tryouts for “American Idol” take place Monday morning, June 22, 2009 at the United Center. The potential contestants started lining up about 5 a.m. and will stand outside until the doors open around 8 a.m. 1 Chicago Chicago News & Search 1 News - 1 eMovies - 1 eMusic - 1 eBooks - 1 Search Search for: