Why Britain’s Got Talent is not on ITV on Saturday and when you can watch it next
Britain has talent was removed from schedules on Saturday after a major scheduling shake-up.
The beloved show, with judges Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon and Bruno Tonioliis replaced by the 2015 film Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom.
And viewers had to wait until Sunday to see the final batch of auditions ahead of the live stages.
Why isn’t Britain’s Got Talent on ITV on Saturdays?
ITV bosses have withdrawn the latest episode of the talent show due to the broadcast of the Eurovision Song Contest on rival channel BBC1.
Shake-up: Britain’s Got Talent removed from schedules on Saturday after major scheduling shake-up
Change everything? The beloved talent show, starring judges Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden (pictured) Alesha Dixon and Bruno Tonioli, is being replaced by the 2015 film Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom
Big night: ITV bosses have pulled the show as the Eurovision Song Contest airs on rival channel BBC1 (LR) hosts Graham Norton, Hannah Waddingham, Julia Sanina and Alesha Dixon
Held in Liverpool this year, the annual event is watched by an average of 180 million viewers worldwide.
The competition is hosted by Graham Norton, Hannah Waddingham, Julia Sanina and BGT’s own Alesha Dixon.
When can you watch Britain’s Got Talent next?
Fans of the talent show will be able to watch the final stage of the auditions on Sunday 14 May at 7.40pm on ITV.
What’s on Saturday instead of Britain’s Got Talent?
Itv will air 2015’s Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom starring Chris Pratt and Bryce Dallas Howard instead.
The action-packed story follows their characters as they return to the fictional Central American island of Isla Nublar to save the remaining dinosaurs from an impending volcanic eruption.
British entry Mae Muller looked in high spirits as she took the stage on Friday morning during the Eurovision rehearsals ahead of the live final.
Long wait: Viewers will have to wait until Sunday to see the final batch of auditions ahead of the live stages
Action: Viewers can instead enjoy 2015’s Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom starring Chris Pratt and Bryce Dallas Howard
The 25-year-old literally waved her country’s flag as she hopped around while wrapped in the Union Jack.
Mae, who struggled with her voice and was given vocal rest this week, looked back at her best as she practiced her performance.
Speaking of feeling under pressure, the singer said: ‘Sam Ryder wins, hosts on behalf of Ukraine, goes last’.
“These are all things that can drive me crazy. But they’re great experiences, so I’m going to look at them in a positive way. I can’t wait to get out of here, it’s exciting.”
Let’s go! British entry Mae Muller looked in high spirits as she took the stage on Friday morning during Eurovision rehearsals ahead of the live final
Power duo: Meanwhile, Hannah, 48, stepped on stage alongside fellow presenter Graham Norton, 60, as they perfected their presenting duties ahead of the final
Discussing Liverpool’s performance on behalf of war-torn Ukraine, she said: “Eurovision is proof that we as people can come together and whatever the outcome tomorrow night I will look back on with such a sense of pride.”
Mae looked fabulous in a black jumpsuit complete with a sheer bodice and a pair of heeled boots.
She wore her raven black locks in loose beach waves and opted for a light make-up.
Mae was joined on stage by a choreographer who gave her directions as she rehearsed for the upcoming performance.
Discussing her entry, Mae said, “I wrote the song a few days before I knew about Eurovision.”
She continued, “So I rewatched the song and I put on my Eurovision hat and thought it was a way to connect with the audience. How can I make an intimate moment with 200 million people and stuff’.
And speaking of herself as an LGBTQ ally, she went on to say: ‘Every show, every tour I want it to feel like a safe space and I feel like that’s what Eurovision is. I go to gay bars and gay clubs all the time and I have a lot of fun, so it’s only right that I give something back.’
Meanwhile, Hannah, 48, took the stage alongside fellow presenter Graham Norton, 60, as they perfected their presenting duties ahead of the final.
Contestant: The British entry, 25, literally waved her country’s flag as she hopped around while wrapped in the Union Jack
Performance: The shining star looked incredible in a black jumpsuit complete with a sheer bodice and a pair of heeled boots
Glam: The shining star looked incredible in a black jumpsuit complete with a sheer bodice and a pair of heeled boots
Practice: She was joined on stage by a choreographer who gave her directions as she rehearsed for the upcoming performance
Wow: Mae danced up a storm alongside her backup dancers
Bad news: Mae was forced by her vocal coach to go on vocal rest after this week’s dress rehearsals
The Ted Lasso actress looked fabulous in a floral form-fitting dress, fitted at the waist with a nude fabric belt.
It comes after Mae’s appearance in the upcoming Eurovision 2023 grand final appeared to be in jeopardy.
Mae was forced to go on vocal rest after this week’s dress rehearsals by her vocal coach.
During an update to her fans on Twitter on Wednesday, Mae shared a photo of herself with a “vocal rest” sign around her neck.
Disappointed at the news, she explained, “As someone who can’t stfu if his life depends on it, things aren’t going well x.”
“My vocal coach literally had to make me carry a sign to make me shut up, I’m so embarrassed omg.”