With Arlene possibly leaving, can we have a huge overhaul before next year? Leave Craig and Bruno (for the comedy element) and get 2 new judges and 2 new presenters. I'd leave the pros unchanged - Hayley may be different with a more outgoing celeb; I think she needs to be given another chance.
That's not saying much now is it? I can't help but remember Kate shouting her way through X Factor!
People suggesting Kate Thornton evidently never saw her on X Factor. I think she's the worst presenter I've ever come across, and it was partly because of her that I didn't go to the tour. Presenting a scripted tour is something a trained monkey could do - after all recording artists manage to get their concerts going without any presenting skills.
On TXF she shouted all the time, never listened to what the contestants said when she interviewed them, was unnecessarily rude to the judges in a way that didn't lead to productive discussions or laughter (unlike Ant and Dec on Pop Idol or BGT)
She was awful under presssure, for e.g. when the show got behind schedule. She was one of the few presenters who made it so obvious they were getting instructions into their earpiece. As bad as Tess is, she manages to make it look as if whatever she says in the green room is her own thought.
I watched and enjoyed Pop Idol 1/2 but Kate Thornton is responsible for turning me off TXF, along with the odious Louis Walsh.
It worries me, because I don't have much faith in this production team. If they can't find a director who knows how to film dance routines properly, will they make the right choice for a presenter? Forsyth, for all his fallibilities, brings in an exceptionally broad audience in terms of age and tastes. Someone like Vernon Kay would alienate huge sections of that. Unless they can find someone with the same kind of broad appeal, it might be wiser to change the dynamics and have a US-style bland presenter and boost the role of the judges.
It worries me, because I don't have much faith in this production team. If they can't find a director who knows how to film dance routines properly, will they make the right choice for a presenter? Forsyth, for all his fallibilities, brings in an exceptionally broad audience in terms of age and tastes. Someone like Vernon Kay would alienate huge sections of that. Unless they can find someone with the same kind of broad appeal, it might be wiser to change the dynamics and have a US-style bland presenter and boost the role of the judges.
:eek: Surely it's enough of a panto already? No more Len please! :eek::eek::eek:
If and when Len leaves why not ask Karen Hardy to take on the role as a judge.
I like the sound of Graham Norton hosting as he has the experience in presenting as well as the humour.
I'll think about Arlene's replacement an come back with an answer.
If and when Len leaves why not ask Karen Hardy to take on the role as a judge.
I like the sound of Graham Norton hosting as he has the experience in presenting as well as the humour.
I'll think about Arlene's replacement an come back with an answer.
Karen and Anton to replace Arlene and Len would suit me - or Anton to replace Bruce. As discussed on another thread my preference would be Stephen Fry and someone else suggested Dara O'Brien. Fry would never do it - he hates reality tv - and like O'Brien he's too cutting edge.
Certainly nooooo - to Phillip Schofield; not only does he shout, but he makes his own bias quite clear when interviewing the celebs.
It worries me, because I don't have much faith in this production team. If they can't find a director who knows how to film dance routines properly, will they make the right choice for a presenter? Forsyth, for all his fallibilities, brings in an exceptionally broad audience in terms of age and tastes. Someone like Vernon Kay would alienate huge sections of that. Unless they can find someone with the same kind of broad appeal, it might be wiser to change the dynamics and have a US-style bland presenter and boost the role of the judges.
I agree, it will be make or break for me and I have a feeling that this will probably be the last SCD I watch. I already only watch the sky+ recording and FF through much of Bruce & all of Tess who just seem to get worse each series; I often have to turn away from the swirly camera work that cretinous director thinks is clever, so to put the likes of Vernon Kaye into the mix...Thank heavens I have (very late in the day) discovered how entertaining DWTS is.
The whole vibe so far this season tells me this could be the end of the road for the show. So many people leaving and the vibe feels all wrong this year:(
If Graham Norton presented, I'd probably be leaping out of my seat in excitment. I am in love with him. Yep, I know he's gay! He's the best. I'd miss Bruce, I think he's an important part of SCD.
I don't care who leaves as long as the show continues- I get withdrawal symptoms when the series finishes, so imagine what would happen if it ended permanently.
While I would love to see Anton present, I think I prefer him dancing with a celebrity and would love him to get someone with a chance of winning next year. I would also worry that people would like him even less than Bruce.
When Bruce goes it would be good if he takes Alan Dedicot with him ! surely the Beeb can employ another voice over man Alan Dedicot voice is so annoying.
Time for a mass extinction of all presenters and judges?
Yes to the idea of Anton and Karen replacing Len and Arlene. No to Vernon Kay or anyone else who will cheese it up. Time for no-nonsense fast-paced change-overs, let the dancing speak for itself.
The show could probably do with it. I used to watch it but I've grown a little bored of it this year and haven't bothered, the format is a bit tired and it needs freshening up a bit. This is the best opportunity to do that.
Maybe they could adopt the Dancing on Ice system and have so many set judges that return each year and have an extra judge which changes each year to keep the show fresh.
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People suggesting Kate Thornton evidently never saw her on X Factor. I think she's the worst presenter I've ever come across, and it was partly because of her that I didn't go to the tour. Presenting a scripted tour is something a trained monkey could do - after all recording artists manage to get their concerts going without any presenting skills.
On TXF she shouted all the time, never listened to what the contestants said when she interviewed them, was unnecessarily rude to the judges in a way that didn't lead to productive discussions or laughter (unlike Ant and Dec on Pop Idol or BGT)
She was awful under presssure, for e.g. when the show got behind schedule. She was one of the few presenters who made it so obvious they were getting instructions into their earpiece. As bad as Tess is, she manages to make it look as if whatever she says in the green room is her own thought.
I watched and enjoyed Pop Idol 1/2 but Kate Thornton is responsible for turning me off TXF, along with the odious Louis Walsh.
Hearing you loud and clear!
:eek: Surely it's enough of a panto already?
I like the sound of Graham Norton hosting as he has the experience in presenting as well as the humour.
I'll think about Arlene's replacement an come back with an answer.
http://www.people.co.uk/news/tm_headline=brucie-i-m-quitting-strictly%26method=full%26objectid=20817389%26siteid=93463-name_page.html
Len
http://www.newsoftheworld.co.uk/showbiz/strictly_come_dancing/article48354.ece
Its getting stale now.
Certainly nooooo - to Phillip Schofield; not only does he shout, but he makes his own bias quite clear when interviewing the celebs.
I agree, it will be make or break for me and I have a feeling that this will probably be the last SCD I watch. I already only watch the sky+ recording and FF through much of Bruce & all of Tess who just seem to get worse each series; I often have to turn away from the swirly camera work that cretinous director thinks is clever, so to put the likes of Vernon Kaye into the mix...Thank heavens I have (very late in the day) discovered how entertaining DWTS is.
NOoooooo..... He's the only person who would make me stop watching SCD I think.
While I would love to see Anton present, I think I prefer him dancing with a celebrity and would love him to get someone with a chance of winning next year. I would also worry that people would like him even less than Bruce.
You need someone with humour, not just a presenter.
For: She did Come Dancing, she has dance experience (think Morecambe and Wise) and she could handle the judges and stop them rioting.
Against: She hasn't had so much exposure recently and I don't think the GBP loves her as much as they love Bruce.
Lots of good ideas posted.
Conley, Rippon, Norton, Tony Beak.
Bruce was better last night. His timing wasn't quite so laboured.
Yeah, keep Craig and Bruno. With 2 proper pro dancers.
As for Tess? Ms Average in a big frock. No, the average woman has a lot more panache than Tess. I hope so or we are lost.....doomed...
Exactly. He was awful on step up to the plate.
That could be the ultimate in RTV disappearing up its own backside.
Yes to the idea of Anton and Karen replacing Len and Arlene. No to Vernon Kay or anyone else who will cheese it up. Time for no-nonsense fast-paced change-overs, let the dancing speak for itself.
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The show could probably do with it. I used to watch it but I've grown a little bored of it this year and haven't bothered, the format is a bit tired and it needs freshening up a bit. This is the best opportunity to do that.
Maybe they could adopt the Dancing on Ice system and have so many set judges that return each year and have an extra judge which changes each year to keep the show fresh.
Don't think he'd do it anyway - too many commitments could be damaging to his already questionable health.