RECENT & CURRENT PROGRAMMES
Got to Dance | Sky 1 HD
Got To Dance is Sky1’s smash hit dance talent show, now returning for an explosive third series hosted by Davina McCall. Thousands apply, and hundreds audition in front of our panel of credible judges – street dance legend and leader of Diversity Ashley Banjo, former Pussycat Doll Kimberly Wyatt and tap dancing legend Adam Garcia. In Series 2 – which reached 11M viewers across its run – 28 semi-finalists competed for the chance to be in the final on 3D and in front of an audience of 6,000. Street dance duo Chris & Wes became ‘Got To Dance’ champions 2011 and won the biggest ever talent show prize – a quarter of a million pounds.
The Wright Stuff | Channel 5
Boasting over 2,000 episodes The Wright Stuff is Channel 5’s longest running programme bar the News. Sharp, provocative and entertaining, after a decade on air, TWS continues to be Britain’s brightest daytime show, with The Observer calling it “the best thing that’s happened to daytime TV”. Celebrity guests join Matthew Wright to discuss the key issues of the day with calls, emails, texts and tweets from the audience. No subject is off limits – from the heavyweight political events of the day, to sex and relationship issues, to breaking showbiz gossip.
Something for the Weekend | BBC 2
BBC2‘s long-running Something For The Weekend is a mouth-watering mix of cookery, cocktails, celebrity interviews, and previews of the very best shows from the coming week’s television. The show is the perfect supplement to any Sunday morning – giving the viewer everything from food ideas for the week ahead, to reviews of the latest must-have gadgets. The show is presented by Tim Lovejoy, Louise Redknapp and chef Simon Rimmer.
T4 | Channel 4
T4 is Channel 4′s flagship youth zone, bringing A-List celebrity interviews, music, film, and an array of different TV shows to Britain every Saturday and Sunday morning, 52 weeks a year. Hosted by Rick Edwards, Jameela Jamil, Nick Grimshaw, Georgie Okell, and Matt Edmondson, the show also has a strong online presence with daily content updates, competitions, and presenter blogs. Although mainly studio based, T4 also goes on the road at various points in the year to cover events such as V Festival, Orange Rockcorps, The NME Awards, T4 On The Beach, and T4′s Stars at London’s Earls Court.
The Love Machine | Sky Living HD
The Love Machine is a brand new dating format from Princess Productions for Sky. Forget cheesy chat up lines and schmoozing, this show cuts straight to the chase by asking the most powerful, fundamental and primal dating question – DO I FANCY YOU? THE LOVE MACHINE is a giant dating machine filled with single guys and girls all hoping to get selected by the lucky picker. The show is filmed live in front of a noisy studio audience who are encouraged to shout their opinion on the dates on offer in each game.
Chris & Wes | Sky 1 HD
On Got To Dance, they stole the show with their addictive personalities, cheeky sense of humour and real life bromance. Now they’re going to be the stars of their very own must see show. This series series for Sky1HD, we’ll follow the boys 24/7 as they embark on a host of brand new adventures.Each episode will be driven by a major storyline, be it a looming professional performance or a significant personal achievement. Every show will be packed with pranks, gripping actuality and LOADS of dancing.
Growing Pains of a Teenage Genius | BBC 3
When other kids were learning their times-tables, Cameron Thompson was working out algebraic equations. Wowing his parents and other adults around him he soon became a talking point and a local celebrity. But when it came to making friends and being accepted by those his own age, Cameron’s geeky brilliance didn’t seem so brilliant. Can Cameron balance the need to stay the genius he’s always been (and therefore different) with the classic teenage longing to be accepted? Set against a backdrop of his raging hormones and an eccentric family, these are The Growing Pains of a Teenage Genius.
Ashley Banjo’s Secret Street Crew | Sky 1 HD
Us Brits are bad dancers. Really bad. Shocking in fact. Whereas other cultures lose themselves in samba, salsa and tango, we have to sink seven pints before we can hit the dance floor at a family wedding. And we know it. A whopping 89% of Brits refuse to dance in public because we’re simply too embarrassed. But now the king of streetdance, Ashley Banjo, is on a mission to get Britain dancing. With the help of members of Diversity, he’s determined to help us overcome our very British reserve and start shaking our booties with abandon. In Ashley Banjo’s Secret Street Crew, he’s going to prove that everyone can dance it by taking on Britain’s unlikeliest dancers – from dinner ladies to darts players.
LIVE With Gabby | Channel 5
Live with Gabby brings you celebrities, chat and expert advice. Gabby and our family of experts bring you star guests, real-life stories and advice on the issues that really matter to you. Host Gabby Logan is joined by a different expert each day to discuss a range of topical issues, welcoming guests with incredible stories to tell and contributions from the audience both at home and in the studio. Tune in every weekday at 11:10 on Channel 5 straight after ‘The Wright Stuff’.
Lily Allen: From Riches To Rags | Channel 4
Lily Allen: From Riches to Rags is a three-part documentary series for primetime C4 charting the metamorphosis of Lily Allen the international pop sensation, to Lily Allen the fashion retailer. With exclusive access to the young star, we see Lily as she comes to terms with giving up the security of an already established career, to move into the precarious world of running a small vintage clothes business with her sister.
iTunes Festival London 2011 | ITV1 & ITV2
Returning for another year with Princess as its broadcasting partner, The iTunes Festival 2011 sees more than 60 artists perform for 31 consecutive nights of live and varied music. From 1st-31st July some of the biggest names in the business take to Camden’s iconic Roundhouse. This year acts include worldwide chart-topper Adele, New Wave legends Duran Duran, and BRIT Critics’ Choice winner Jessie J. Princess produces 2 live ITV2 shows a week throughout July showing the best moments from performances, chat, comedy, and celebrity guests.
4Music Favourites | 4Music & Channel 4
4Music Favourites is a series of one-off music specials which air on 4Music and T4. Each episode focuses exclusively on one act, and showcases stylish studio performances of their material alongside chat with the artist. Previous episodes have featured some of the biggest names in pop, including Lady Gaga, Alicia Keys, Black Eyed Peas, Shakira, Ke$ha, Scissor Sisters, Nicole Scherzinger, Jessie J, Alexis Jordan, and Robbie Williams.
Eddie Stobart: Trucks & Trailers | Channel 5
Eddie Stobart: Trucks & Trailers is a popular, fun-packed series which goes behind the scenes of iconic haulage firm Eddie Stobart. Stobart trucks cover the distance from the earth to the moon and back each day, making deliveries every 4 seconds. But it’s not just about trucks – Stobart own a port, two airports and trains. Revealing everything you’ve ever wanted to know about how the multi-million pound business is run, the show gets to the heart of it – it’s big money, it’s big machines and it’s even bigger characters.
Famous & Fearless | Channel 4
Famous and Fearless is spectacular live prime time event for Channel 4. Eight celebrities face off against each other over six consecutive nights to prove who is the most fearless and win the title Famous and Fearless Champion 2011. Presented by Chris Evans and Clare Balding, each show features pre-recorded and live events in front an arena audience of 5,000 fans, who cheer for their favourite celebrities in death defying stunts and urban sports. From demolition derbies to monster truck assault courses, each event requires skill, speed and nerves of steel.
Diversity 3D | Sky 3D & Sky 1 HD
Diversity 3D follows Britain’s most famous dance group as they prepare for their sell out Diversity Live: The Diversitoys Tour at Hammersmith Apollo in December 2010. A mixture of live performance and dramatized pieces all in 3D. The show was transmitted as a New Years Day special.
My Story | BBC 1
My Story is BBC1′s quest to tell extraordinary real life stories in a brand new way presented by Christine Bleakley, Ronan Keating and BBC news anchor George Alagiah. A genuinely multi-platform project, the search for stories began on the BBC website, where anyone could write their incredible story. A panel of experts sifted through thousands of entries and eventually three stories were told each week on BBC1 for five weeks from family to survival to love. To complete the show’s cycle of groundbreaking interactivity, one winning story every week was published as a fully written novel, going on sale across the country immediately after being shown on TV.
Must be the Music | Sky 1 HD
Must Be The Music is Sky 1′s search for Britain and Ireland’s best new music act. Presented by music-loving Fearne Cotton, the show is judged by multi-award winning Dizzee Rascal, Grammy-nominated Jamie Cullum, and Sharleen Spiteri whose band Texas notched up 13 Top 10 singles, and 2 Number 1 albums. The series sees some of the most talented unsigned music acts in the country take to the stage, giving the finalists the chance to perform at Wembley. Unlike any other talent show, every song from the show goes live on sale on iTunes immediately, and the acts – who write and perform their own music – receive all the profits themselves. The show was won by Glaswegian busker Emma’s Imagination.
School Of Saatchi | BBC 2
BBC2’s unique art project School Of Saatchi offers aspiring artists the chance to catch the eye of Britain’s foremost modern art collector, Charles Saatchi. Assisted by judges Tracey Emin, Matthew Collings and Frank Cohen, Charles’s chosen winner gets the once in lifetime opportunity to exhibit at the Hermitage in St Petersburg.
