July 31st 2024.
Unfortunately, it seems that Bill Bailey's show Bring The Drama will not be making a comeback on the BBC. The show, which was hosted by the 59-year-old comedian, has been axed after just one series. It was a reality TV show that aimed to give eight aspiring actors a chance to fulfill their career dreams by snagging a casting agent. Over the course of six weeks, the participants were mentored by guest mentors from popular shows like Bridgerton, Fleabag, and Broadchurch, while Bill – who famously won the 2020 season of Strictly Come Dancing with his partner Oti Mabuse – hosted the proceedings. The actors were tasked with reenacting famous scenes to showcase and improve their talents. At the end of the series, casting director Kelly Valentine Hendry selected three participants to present their showreels to industry professionals.
Although the show received glowing reviews upon its release in February, with The Independent calling it "moving" and "mesmerizing" and The i giving it a "standing ovation," it has been reported that it has been cancelled after just one season. According to TV Zone, the BBC has decided not to renew the show for another season. The show featured a star-studded lineup of guest directors, including EastEnders' Natalie Cassidy, Line of Duty's Rochenda Sandall, and Downton Abbey's Jimmy Kent. The actors also had the opportunity to perform on real film sets where the scenes they were reenacting were originally shot.
In an interview at the launch of the show, Kelly Valentine Hendry expressed her excitement about the show's potential impact, stating, "Growing up in certain communities, if you'd said you wanted to be an actor, you'd be laughed at. And there are also the finances – you had to go to drama school and you had to live in London to get acting work. It all requires money, so acting has been an area of privilege."
Bill Bailey also shared his thoughts on the show, saying, "It has been a delight to work on Bring The Drama and witness first-hand how the actors have grown in confidence and skills over the weeks. What I particularly liked was the way it shows the whole process of making TV – being on an actual set, with a real crew to help you learn what it's really like. It was great fun but also a brilliant insight into how casting works and a fascinating glimpse behind the scenes of some of our most popular TV shows."
In other news, fans were shocked when Bill debuted a new look on Instagram – a buzz cut, after sporting his iconic "skullet" for years. The 55-year-old comedian, who became the oldest winner in Strictly Come Dancing history, shared a photo of his new haircut with the caption "Had a bit of a trim for the summer." Fans were taken aback by the change, with some jokingly calling it a sign of the apocalypse. Even fellow celebrities like Dawn French praised his new look, writing, "May I just say....PHWOAR!" Bill himself reflected on the lasting impact of the show on him, saying, "When you learn those routines, they are right in there and they don't leave you."
For those who missed out on the show, Bring The Drama is available to watch on BBC iPlayer. And for any celebrity stories, videos, or pictures, the entertainment team at The Agency can be contacted by email, phone, or through their Submit Stuff page. They would love to hear from you.
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