Sunday 25 May 2008

Norton hosts BBC's Oliver show

Irish presenter Graham Norton is to host a new BBC One series which will search for new stars for the musical 'Oliver!'.
'I'd Do Anything' finds Norton joined by showbiz legends Andrew Lloyd Webber, Cameron Mackintosh and a panel of judges as they try to find new stars to play the roles of Oliver and Nancy in the musical.
Commenting, Elaine Bedell, Controller, BBC Entertainment Commissioning, said: "We're really pleased to be building on the success of 'Any Dream Will Do' with a new search for West End stars next year."
She continued: 'Oliver!' is a much-loved British musical so we're sure the show will unite families and melt hearts."
'I'd Do Anything' premieres on BBC One next year.