The X Factor (British TV series) series 11
Template:Infobox reality talent competition The X Factor is a British television music competition to find new singing talent. The eleventh series will air on ITV in 2014. Dermot O'Leary will return to present the main show on ITV, while it has not yet been confirmed if Caroline Flack and Matt Richardson return to present spin-off show The Xtra Factor on ITV2. The judges confirmed are Simon Cowell and Cheryl Cole.
This series sees the age limit decreased from 16 to 14, as it was in series 4 and 5.[1]
Judges and presenters
In May 2013, it was announced that Sharon Osbourne, who was on The X Factor judging panel from its inception in 2004 before departing in 2008 prior to its fifth series, would return to the show for the tenth series.[2] Later, however, Osbourne stated that she was only back for one series, in order to "go out on a high".[3] Also, during the first live show of series 10, Gary Barlow revealed that it would be his last series on the show.[4] Louis Walsh, who has been on the show since its inception, announced his intention to quit as well, stating that he wanted his "life back",[5] although he later backtracked and said that he "might come back" if Simon Cowell returned.[6] Midway throughout the live shows, Walsh said "I'm having so much fun this year, I might stay".[7] Although Walsh's return is not yet confirmed, it is likely he will return for an eleventh consecutive series.[8] On 13 February, it was reported that Scherzinger had quit the show,[9] but her spokesman reported later that day that she was "still in discussions with bosses".[10] On 14 February, Cowell announced that Scherzinger would not be returning by tweeting, "Nicole will always be a part of the X factor family. Now signed to Sony as an artist. Thank you Nicole for everything."[11]
In February 2014, the U.S. version of the show was cancelled after three seasons. Subsequently, Cowell, who left the UK show after series 7 in order to launch and judge the U.S. version, announced his return.[12][13] He said, "I'm absolutely thrilled to be returning to The X Factor UK. It's been three years since I last judged the competition and I'm excited to find a global superstar again."[12][13] On 10 March, former judge Cheryl Cole announced on her Instagram that she will be returning for the eleventh series, stating: "GUESS WHAT!!.. I'm baaaacccckkkkk!!!!"[14]
Dermot O'Leary confirmed that he will return for his eighth series as presenter of the main show on ITV.[15] It has not yet been confirmed if Caroline Flack and Matt Richardson will return to co-present spin-off show The Xtra Factor on ITV2. Further announcement of the judges and presenters will be announced later in the year and will be fully confirmed before the show begins.
Promotion
On March 11, Cowell and Cole, the only confirmed judges at that stage, appeared in a Daybreak interview together to promote the eleventh series for the first time. They discussed the upcoming series, their individual returns, Cole's departure from The X Factor USA and their subsequent feud; with Simon admitting, "I made a mistake" (in relation to the sacking of Cole). Two advertisements subsequently began to air on ITV featuring Cole and Cowell separately, in order to encourage potential contestants to audition.
Selection process
Auditions
In addition to the producers' auditions, the "Mobile Audition Tour" will take place up and down the UK and Ireland throughout March and April. Auditions began to open on 24 March, and will visit Cork, Belfast, Newquay, Exeter, Bournemouth, Southampton, Bristol, Newport, Barry, Swansea, Romford, Leicester, Brighton, Norwich, Sunderland, Middlesbrough, South Shields, Durham, Glasgow, Dundee, Aberdeen, Ayr, Solihull, Dudley, Coventry, Wolverhampton, Warrington, Leeds, Hull, Sheffield, Birkenhead, Blackpool, Bolton and Widnes by 28 April.[16][17]
On 11 March 2014, Cowell confirmed at a press conference in London that closed room auditions will return for series 11, as will the six-seat challenge at bootcamp.[15]
Judges auditions are expected to commence in May, with dates and venues yet to be confirmed.
Producers auditions are scheduled to commence on 5 April in Dublin, Ireland and end in Liverpool on 5 May.[16]
| Audition city | Open audition date[16] | Open audition venue[16] | Judges audition date | Judges audition venue | Date aired | Judging panel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dublin, Ireland | 5 April 2014 | Convention Centre Dublin | TBA | TBA | TBA | Simon Cowell Cheryl Cole Alesha Dixon Louis Walsh |
| Plymouth, England | 8 April 2014 | Holiday Inn Plymouth | ||||
| Cardiff, Wales | 10 April 2014 | Mercure Cardiff Holland House Hotel and Spa | ||||
| London, England | 13 April 2014 | Emirates Stadium | ||||
| Birmingham, England | 23 April 2014 | St. Andrews Stadium | ||||
| Edinburgh, Scotland | 27 April 2014 | Murrayfield Stadium | ||||
| Gateshead, England | 30 April 2014 | Sage Gateshead | ||||
| Manchester, England | 3 May 2014 | TBA | ||||
| Liverpool, England | 5 May 2014 | Liverpool Convention Centre |
References
- ^ Wightman, Catriona (4 April 2014). "The X Factor: Age limit lowered to 14, ITV confirms". Digital Spy. Hearst Magazines UK. Retrieved 4 April 2014.
- ^ Eames, Tom (18 July 2013). "'X Factor' Sharon Osbourne: 'I offered Simon Cowell sex act to return'". Digital Spy. Hearst Magazines UK.
- ^ Tillett, Andy (30 July 2013). "X Factor: Sharon Osbourne hits back at "insignificant" Dannii Minogue as she confirms that she is only back for one more series of show". Daily Mirror. Trinity Mirror. Retrieved 7 February 2014.
- ^ Rigby, Sam (12 October 2013). "'The X Factor': Gary Barlow confirms exit during first live show". Digital Spy. Hearst Magazines UK. Retrieved 7 February 2014.
- ^ Manning, Jenny (6 August 2013). "Louis Walsh to quit X Factor after next series". The Sun. News UK. Retrieved 7 February 2014.
- ^ Lewis, Anna (29 August 2013). "Exclusive! Louis Walsh on quitting The X Factor: "I might come back. You never know"". Heat. Bauer Media Group. Retrieved 7 February 2014.
- ^ "Louis Walsh: Second thoughts over quitting The X Factor". Newsbeat. 25 October 2013. Retrieved 7 February 2014.
- ^ Hamilton, Sam (7 February 2014). "Confirmed: Louis Walsh WILL return to the X Factor this year". Irish Daily Mirror. Trinity Mirror. Retrieved 8 February 2014.
- ^ Duncan, Amy (13 February 2014). "She's out! Nicole Scherzinger 'quits The X Factor' to pave the way for Cheryl Cole's return". Metro. DMG Media. Retrieved 15 February 2014.
- ^ Duncan, Amy (13 February 2014). "'She's still in discussions with bosses': Nicole Scherzinger denies quitting The X Factor to make way for Cheryl Cole". Metro. DMG Media. Retrieved 15 February 2014.
- ^ Darvill, Josh (14 February 2014). "X Factor 2014: Nicole Scherzinger has quit... Simon Cowell confirms it!". TellyMix. Retrieved 14 February 2014.
- ^ a b Deen, Sarah (7 February 2014). "Simon Cowell 'thrilled' as he announces he will be returning to The X Factor for 2014". Metro. DMG Media. Retrieved 7 February 2014.
- ^ a b Fletcher, Alex (7 February 2014). "Simon Cowell is coming home to UK X Factor: Judge return confirmed". Digital Spy. Hearst Magazines UK. Retrieved 7 February 2014.
- ^ Rigby, Sam (10 March 2014). "Cheryl Cole confirms return to The X Factor". Digital Spy. Hearst Magazines UK. Retrieved 10 March 2014.
- ^ a b McGarry, Lisa (12 March 2014). "X Factor 2014: Auditions, bootcamp, Dermot O'Leary…what we know!". Unreality TV. Retrieved 12 March 2014.
- ^ a b c d "The X Factor auditions are coming to you!". The X Factor. ITV. 2014. Retrieved 30 March 2014.
- ^ Fletcher, Alex (31 March 2014). "X Factor gets biggest ever audition tour: Find out how to apply". Digital Spy. Hearst Magazines UK. Retrieved 2 April 2014.