If you think you're a master of strategy, general knowledge and strong nerves, new quiz show The Tournament could be the perfect competition for you.
It comes from the producers of BBC1 hit quiz QI, which has been one of the most highly rated shows in BBC4 for years, and is due to hit our screens in the autumn.
With filming due to start next month, BBC producers are currently on the hunt for West Yorkshire contestants to take part and be in with the chance of winning a huge cash prize.
Whilst QI has a jovial, comedic element to its quiz, this new show The Tournament is taking things in a slightly different direction and applying some pressure on its contestants' nerves.
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Those taking part will go head to head in a series of elimination quiz battles in order to be crowned champion, with one lucky contestant walking away with a huge cash prize.
The new show will air on BBC1 in the daytime, with auditions for successful applicants due to take place via online casting sessions in July and August.
Due to current restrictions, online casting calls could take place either in groups or individually.
Once contestants have been selected, filming is due to take place from August 9th to August 20th. They will then need to travel to Glasgow to take part in the quiz competition itself.
The last date for applications is July 12th, so if you've got what you think it takes to win what are you waiting for? Get involved, get applying.
To apply and earn your bragging rights as a bonafide quiz legend, follow the steps on their website here.
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You can watch The Traitors finale on a massive screen in Leeds next Friday
The finale of The Celebrity Traitors is hitting our TV screens next Friday, and there’s a big screening party happening in Leeds especially for it.
Don't panic guys, it's happening.
Fancy sitting down to watch one of the cultural events of the year on a big screen with dozens of others who are just as invested in the show as you are? Well, now you can.
And that’s because Belgrave Music Hall, one of the city’s most beloved event spaces and bars, will be hosting a finale watching party and we’re all invited.
Taking place next Friday 23 January, fans of The Traitors are invited to watch the finale which kicks off 9pm in the canteen.
Best part? The tickets are absolutely free and we've no doubt there'll be some banging drink deals on to get the party started.
We’re already searching our wardrobes for an item of clothing that remotely resembles a cloak.
Announcing the news to Instagram, Belgrave said: "The world famous Traitors finale screening is back at Belgrave! In the past we've been graced with the presence of OG Faithful @theomayne1, plus our Clauds has been known to make an appearance (please scroll for evidence)... twists and turns are promised 👀"
So to give this series of The Traitors a proper send off, get yourself to Belgrave Music Hall from 6pm and enjoy a few beverages with like minded fans whilst screaming at the screen as Claudia makes her way into the frame.
Whilst we're on the topic, has anyone got an incredibly glossy black fringed wig we could borrow?
Johnny Depp supergroup Hollywood Vampires have announced a huge gig in Halifax
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Hollywood Vampires are heading back out on tour, with a huge Yorkshire gig announced for this year.
The supergroup, which consists of one of the biggest names in Hollywood as well as one of rock’n’roll’s most iconic names, are set to perform at the AO Arena as part of a run of shows.
Hollywood Vampires is made up of A-lister Johnny Depp, as well as rock royalty including Alice Cooper, and Aerosmith’s Joe Perry, plus Tommy Henriksen.
They last performed with an arena tour back in 2023, making these their first gigs in almost three years.
Hollywood Vampires have now announced a return to the stage, with a show at the iconic Piece Hall in Halifax on 22 August.
They’ll be supported by The Jesus and Mary Chain, who marked their 40th anniversary in 2024 with a new album, Glasgow Eyes.
Johnny Depp supergroup Hollywood Vampires announce Manchester gig. Credit: Aaron Perry
Hollywood Vampires formed in 2012, named after Cooper’s celebrity drinking club of the same name where the aim was reportedly to ‘drink until no one could stand up’.
Over the years, the supergroup has worked with the likes of Paul McCartney, Dave Grohl, and Zak Starkey (formerly the drummer for Oasis).
A Three Presale for tickets will take place from 10am on Wednesday 21 January, followed by a venue presale on Thursday 22 January, then general sale from 10am on Friday 23 January.
Georgina Pellant -
1st July 2021 
