Contestant Calls

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	''This section contains specific adverts placed by producers who have contacted this website. When applying for a programme, '''please let them know you saw their appeal on ''UKGameshows.com'' ''' - thanks!''		''This section contains specific adverts placed by producers who have contacted this website. When applying for a programme, '''please let them know you saw their appeal on ''UKGameshows.com'' ''' - thanks!''
-	=== THE WAVE ===
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-	Primal Media are currently looking for pairs to take part in a brand new TV game show set on the beach this summer and to be in with a chance of winning a big cash prize.
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-	All you need to do to win is survive some general knowledge questions and everything mother nature throws at you!
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-	How do you win the money? One contestant swims out in the ocean, whilst their team mate stays on dry land. At each pontoon they reach there will be a question and two marked treasure chests. With help from your team mate - get the answer right and you open the box to a wad of cash, but get it wrong and you pick up a bag of pebbles.
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-	The contestant can choose to carry on to win more money or swim back to the shore in an attempt to take home the cash they have won.
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-	Who can apply?
-	* Applicants must be 18 or over.
-	* Pairs only e.g. family, friends, couples, work colleagues.
-	* One team member must be able to swim.
-	* Must be available throughout September 2017 and have a valid passport for travel around Europe.
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-	Interested applicants should send their NAME, AGE and CONTACT TELEPHONE NUMBER to  [mailto:thewave@primalmedia.co.uk thewave@primalmedia.co.uk] and someone will be in touch. You will then receive an application form.
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-	Deadline for applications is '''Friday 1st September''' but please do not wait until the deadline - the casting team will be holding Skype auditions throughout August, so choose your team mate and get the form in quick. Good luck!
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-	=== NEW BBC GAME SHOW SEEKING CONTESTANTS ===
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-	[[File:The_Button_logo.png|300px]]
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-	Win a cash prize with your friends and family from the comfort of your own home!
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-	* Do you live in a household of 2 or more people?
-	* Are you all up for a challenge and a good laugh?
-	* Fancy competing in a series of fun tasks together to win some cash without even having to leave your own house?
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-	Then we want to hear from you!
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-	To register your interest in this exciting new show and get an application form, please get in touch with the team ASAP, with your address, contact number and a bit of info about you and your household. Applications close 25th August.
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-	Email: [mailto:TheButton@avalon-entertainment.com TheButton@avalon-entertainment.com]<br>
-	Telephone: 0207 598 7279
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-	Standard geographic charges from landlines and mobiles will apply. <br>
-	Absolutely ALL ages welcome! Filming will take place in October 2017. <br>
-	Terms and conditions apply.
	== General information ==		== General information ==
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	<div class="square">[[Image:Square 038.jpg]]</div> This is a list of other programmes which we believe are currently looking for contestants. When applying, it is usually necessary to include details of: your name, address, age, sex, daytime and evening telephone numbers, fax or email (if appropriate), and the name of the show you are applying for.		<div class="square">[[Image:Square 038.jpg]]</div> This is a list of other programmes which we believe are currently looking for contestants. When applying, it is usually necessary to include details of: your name, address, age, sex, daytime and evening telephone numbers, fax or email (if appropriate), and the name of the show you are applying for.
-	'''FOR ALL BBC SHOWS'''	+	'''BBC SHOWS'''
	A general email address for contestants enquiries for '''BBC ONLY''' entertainment programmes is: [mailto:entertainmentcontestants@bbc.co.uk entertainmentcontestants@bbc.co.uk]		A general email address for contestants enquiries for '''BBC ONLY''' entertainment programmes is: [mailto:entertainmentcontestants@bbc.co.uk entertainmentcontestants@bbc.co.uk]
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	There is also a separate [http://bbc.co.uk/cbbc/beonashow CBBC "Be on a show" page].		There is also a separate [http://bbc.co.uk/cbbc/beonashow CBBC "Be on a show" page].
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		+	'''ITV SHOWS'''
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		+	Contestant calls are posted at [http://www.itv.com/beontv itv.com/beontv].
	'''CHANNEL 4 SHOWS'''		'''CHANNEL 4 SHOWS'''
-	Specific contestant calls are regularly posted at [http://www.channel4.com/microsites/T/takepart/index.html www.channel4.com/takepart].	+	Specific contestant calls are regularly posted [http://www.channel4.com/4viewers/take-part on this page].
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		+	'''[[The Apprentice]]:'''
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		+	Future series applications are available [http://www.bbc.co.uk/showsandtours/take-part/the-apprentice online] or request through e-mail at [mailto:UKapprentice.applications@nkdtv.com UKapprentice.applications@nkdtv.com]
	'''[[Bargain Hunt]]:'''		'''[[Bargain Hunt]]:'''
-	Fill in the [http://www.bbc.co.uk/showsandtours/beonashow/bargain_hunt_form.shtml online application form] or write to:	+	Fill in the [http://www.bbc.co.uk/showsandtours/take-part/bargain-hunt online application form] or write to:
-	Contestant Applications
	Bargain Hunt		Bargain Hunt
-	PO Box 229	+	BBC Studios
-	Bristol	+	Roath Lock
-	BS99 7JN	+	Porth Teigr Way
		+	Cardiff Bay
		+	CF10 4GA
-	'''[[Countdown]]:'''	+	'''[[The Chase]]:'''
-	The application form for Countdown is now [http://www.channel4.com/programmes/countdown/articles/be-on-countdown available online] (Microsoft Word format only).	+	Players will wish to apply through a form [http://www.itv.com/beontv/articles/the-chase online] or request a paper one through e-mail at [mailto:thechase@itv.com thechase@itv.com]
-	Alternatively, you can get a form sent to you by emailing [mailto:countdown@channel4.com countdown@channel4.com] or writing to:	+	'''[[Countdown]]:'''
-	Countdown	+	The [http://www.channel4.com/4viewers/take-part/countdown application form] is now on the Channel 4 website. Alternatively, you can get a form sent to you by e-mailing [mailto:countdown@channel4.com countdown@channel4.com]
-	The Television Centre	+
-	Leeds	+
-	West Yorkshire	+
-	LS3 1JS	+
	For audience tickets, call 0161 9520408 or email [mailto:shantelle.gaston-hird@itv.com shantelle.gaston-hird@itv.com].		For audience tickets, call 0161 9520408 or email [mailto:shantelle.gaston-hird@itv.com shantelle.gaston-hird@itv.com].
-	'''[[Eggheads]]:'''	+	'''[[Dragons' Den]]:'''
-	Visit [http://www.12yard.com/shows/eggheads 12yard.com/shows/eggheads] to fill out an application form online.	+	Are you an entrepreneur and want a dragon to help invest your investment? You can apply for either an [http://www.bbc.co.uk/showsandtours/take-part/dragons-den online form] or request a paper application form through e-mail at [mailto:dragonsden.applications@bbc.co.uk dragonsden.applications@bbc.co.uk]
-	Alternatively you can email: [mailto:eggheads@12yard.com eggheads@12yard.com]	+	'''[[Three in a Bed|Four in a Bed]]:'''
-	'''[[Masterchef Goes Large|MasterChef]]:'''	+	E-mail [mailto:fourinabed@studiolambert.com fourinabed@studiolambert.com] with your full name and the name of your business. It must have a minimum of three bedrooms.
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-	The [http://www.masterchef.com/ online application form] is available for a few months a year.	+
	'''[[Mastermind]]:'''		'''[[Mastermind]]:'''
-	Prospective contenders can fill in the [http://www.bbc.co.uk/apps/ifl/mastermind/ifluploader/ online application form] or write to:	+	Prospective contenders for future series can [http://www.bbc.co.uk/showsandtours/take-part/mastermind apply online] or request a form through e-mail at [mailto:mastermind.hth@hattrick.com mastermind.hth@hattrick.com]
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-	Mastermind	+
-	Room 4012	+
-	New Broadcasting House	+
-	Oxford Road	+
-	MANCHESTER	+
-	M60 1SJ	+
	'''[[Pointless]]:'''		'''[[Pointless]]:'''
-	Pairs of players will wish to [http://www.bbc.co.uk/showsandtours/shows/beonashow/pointless_seven download the application form] (MS Word), or write to:	+	Applications are available [http://www.bbc.co.uk/showsandtours/take-part/pointless online] for pairs of players to become contestants for future series. An alternative way to get an application form on paper is available via e-mail at [mailto:pointless@remarkable.tv pointless@remarkable.tv]
-		+
-	Pointless Applications	+
-	Endemol UK	+
-	Shepherd's Building Central	+
-	Charecroft Way	+
-	London	+
-	W14 0EE	+
-		+
-	'''[[University Challenge]]:'''	+
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-	Email [mailto:universitychallenge@bbc.co.uk universitychallenge@bbc.co.uk].	+
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-	Only teams from degree-issuing institutions may apply.	+
-		+
-	For audience tickets, call 0161 9520408 or email [mailto:shantelle.gaston-hird@itv.com shantelle.gaston-hird@itv.com].	+
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Current revision as of 20:16, 8 December 2024

Want to be on TV to win lots of cash, have the holiday of a lifetime, test your knowledge, or generally make a prat of yourself? This is the page to help you do just that. See below for the current opportunities available.

PRODUCERS: If you wish to place an advert here, please refer to our Producer Information page.

Special calls

This section contains specific adverts placed by producers who have contacted this website. When applying for a programme, please let them know you saw their appeal on UKGameshows.com - thanks!

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General information

This is a list of other programmes which we believe are currently looking for contestants. When applying, it is usually necessary to include details of: your name, address, age, sex, daytime and evening telephone numbers, fax or email (if appropriate), and the name of the show you are applying for.

BBC SHOWS

A general email address for contestants enquiries for BBC ONLY entertainment programmes is: entertainmentcontestants@bbc.co.uk

Contestant calls are posted at bbc.co.uk/beonashow.

There is also a separate CBBC "Be on a show" page.

ITV SHOWS

Contestant calls are posted at itv.com/beontv.

CHANNEL 4 SHOWS

Specific contestant calls are regularly posted on this page.

The Apprentice:

Future series applications are available online or request through e-mail at UKapprentice.applications@nkdtv.com

Bargain Hunt:

Fill in the online application form or write to:

Bargain Hunt
BBC Studios
Roath Lock
Porth Teigr Way
Cardiff Bay
CF10 4GA

The Chase:

Players will wish to apply through a form online or request a paper one through e-mail at thechase@itv.com

Countdown:

The application form is now on the Channel 4 website. Alternatively, you can get a form sent to you by e-mailing countdown@channel4.com

For audience tickets, call 0161 9520408 or email shantelle.gaston-hird@itv.com.

Dragons' Den:

Are you an entrepreneur and want a dragon to help invest your investment? You can apply for either an online form or request a paper application form through e-mail at dragonsden.applications@bbc.co.uk

Four in a Bed:

E-mail fourinabed@studiolambert.com with your full name and the name of your business. It must have a minimum of three bedrooms.

Mastermind:

Prospective contenders for future series can apply online or request a form through e-mail at mastermind.hth@hattrick.com

Pointless:

Applications are available online for pairs of players to become contestants for future series. An alternative way to get an application form on paper is available via e-mail at pointless@remarkable.tv

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Application details are provided as a service to readers, but please note that all contestant enquiries should be directed to the named production company and not to UKGameshows.com. Addresses can be found on our list of contact details for production companies.