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13/03/2017

Take That Return For New TV Special

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Take That are to take part in a new TV special, which will air on ITV later this year.

The exclusive will treat viewers and fans to performances of their new material as well as some of their classic hits.

Commenting on the show, Take That said: "We are really looking forward to performing material from our new album 'Wonderland' some of it for the first time,, but a Take That special would not be the same without a few classics also thrown into the mix!"

Asif Zubairy, Commissioning Editor, Entertainment, ITV, said: "Take That continue to be one of the best bands on the planet. I'm thrilled that ITV continue their longstanding relationship with the band and will host their brand new TV special. Viewers will be treated to a fantastic show with music that continues to resonate with fans of all ages."

An Evening With Take That is an ITV Studios production for ITV. The one-off special is commissioned by Asif Zubairy, Commissioning Editor, Entertainment. The Executive Producers are Lee Connolly and Sue Andrew, ITV studios. Artistic director is Kim Gavin.

With a career spanning three decades, Take That have sold more than eight million concert tickets. They also set a record for the fastest selling tour of all time in UK history for their Progress Live Tour. Between them, the band has five Ivor Novello Awards and eight BRIT Awards.

www.itvmedia.co.uk

(JP)
VMI.TV Ltd

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