Let It Shine is a new UK wide BBC talent search to find 5 contestants to join the cast of a brand new stage show called "The Band". They will play the role of a boyband in a new nationwide touring musical that features the music of Take That. Thousands applied, and from discussions between the TV show Producers, vocal coaches, and choreographers, a selection of contestants were invited to audition for the chance to win a place in the stage show. Let It Shine has three parts of contest based on vocals, choreography, and charisma/personality. Hosted by Graham Norton and Mel Giedroyc, with judges Gary Barlow, Dannii Minogue, and Martin Kempm as well as a fourth guest judge position.