ITV Studios has acquired the exclusive rights to produce Tuesday’s Child’s upcoming primetime celebrity drag contest “Queens For The Night” in each territory it has a non-scripted production base, as well as distribution rights for the format and finished versions worldwide (excluding the UK). In the United States, ITV America and Tuesday’s Child will co-produce.
Commissioned by ITV in the UK, “Queens For The Night” will launch as a special in the fourth quarter of 2022, hosted by Lorraine Kelly, featuring Spice Girl and pop icon Melanie C on the judging panel, and Coronation Street favourite Simon Gregson as one of six celebrities to undergo the ultimate drag makeover, mentored by some of the most successful Drag Queens in the business.
“We are very excited to be taking ‘Queens For The Night’ out to global buyers at Mipcom in Cannes next week. We know that the world of drag is a source of fascination worldwide and the energy it brings to viewers is hugely entertaining. Thanks to Tuesday’s Child for entrusting it to ITV Studios,” commented Mike Beale, Managing Director, Global Creative Network at ITV Studios.
“‘Queens For The Night’ brings drag to a mainstream family audience with jaw-dropping transformations, heart-warming stories, high-heeled hilarity and must-see performances. We are excited to partner up with ITV Studios to deliver this fabulousness to the whole world,” added Karen Smith, Executive Producer.
“Queens For The Night” is a brand new primetime entertainment show where a cast of celebrities will be mentored by the best Drag Queens to channel their inner diva and compete in a truly fabulous competition. It will feature jaw-dropping transformations, high-heeled hilarity, heart-warming stories and must-see performances in everything from singing and dancing, to lip syncing, comedy, impressions and magic all designed to impress the glamorous judging panel and studio audience.