THE BBC is launching a new show that is searching for the UK’s next acting star, Politicalite can exclusively reveal.
‘Bring The Drama’ – a new six-part series for BBC Two will seek to unearth “undiscovered talent” and supply them with mentorship from some of the industry’s leading lights, as they vie for the chance to sign with an agent and star in a BBC drama.
Clare Mottershead, the BBC’s commissioning editor for factual and events told Politicalite: last night: “British TV actors are among the best in the world, but there’s still plenty of undiscovered talent waiting for their big break.
“In this entertaining and revealing new competition, we’re scouring the UK to find our next acting superstars as we put them put through their paces behind the scenes of some of Britain’s biggest and best loved dramas.”
Acting hopefuls are already being encouraged to audition for the show.
Leanne Klein, Wall to Wall Media’s managing director, said: “As a nation, TV drama is now the art-form we consume more than any other, so it’s hugely exciting to be making a series that will take viewers behind the scenes of some of our favourite TV shows and unpack the essential skills of acting via the incredible expertise of leading lights in the industry.
“I hope it will be a gripping watch for all who love watching actors as well as those who’d love to act.”
What’s more, the BBC is planning to put on the Bring The Drama Festival, which will highlight ways to access the creative industries.
Suzy Klein, the head of commissioning, arts and classical music, added: “This new competition is about giving everyone the chance to break into a fearsomely competitive industry.
“Many people across the UK dream of becoming an actor, but few get the opportunities and training to do it. ‘Bring The Drama’ promises to take them on the ride of a lifetime, giving them the skills and experience that they could only get in a prestigious acting school.”
