Ryan Tubridy has unveiled the theme for this year’s Late Late Toy Show.
After a year where children were restricted in play and socialising with their friends, they will get a very special invitation to step into the sun as the theme of this year’s Toy Show takes inspiration from the Disney classic, The Lion King.
The night looks set to live the Hakuna Matata ‘no worries’ philosophy with children ruling the jungle in the studio and at home, for the most exciting TV event of the year.
After a year where children were restricted in play and socialising with their friends, they will get a very special invitation to step into the sun as the theme of this year’s Late Late Toy Show takes inspiration from the Disney classic, The Lion King. The night looks set to live the Hakuna Matata ‘no worries’ philosophy with children ruling the jungle in the studio and at home, for the most exciting TV event of the year. Ryan is pictured with performers. Ryan is pictured with Toy Show performers Charley Bolster, Layla Ibegu, Sarah Doyle, Nothabo Siziba, Zach Culleton and Kate Butler. Picture Andres Poveda
The toy testers and performers will flock from all corners of Ireland, with the youngest cub aged just four years old, as they prepare for the most magical of nights.
Speaking ahead of the Toy Show, Ryan said: “Everyone has been locked up for a long time and that’s why we need to head out into the wild and join our friends in The Lion King.”
“This isn’t just a theme; it is a movement. Every child can leave the house and leave the room and leave the kitchen and roam free in the jungle of their families because they are the boss tonight.”
“So, it is the future, it is wild, and it is beautiful. Join us in the jungle, we will see you tonight.”
It’s a problem-free philosophy, the show will feature not one, but two musical performances from Ryan.
This year’s magical Lion King inspired set was created by the RTÉ production Design Department, led by Marcella Power.
RTÉ’s Costume and Make-Up departments, with costume led by Brigette Horan, have also been busily prepping the cast ahead of Friday’s extravaganza.
In more amazing news, the Toy Show Appeal will return tonight for its second year running.
Last year, the special appeal raised a staggering €6.6mn of much-needed funds for Irish charities – benefitting an estimated 635,690 children and their families.
Donations can be made via www.rte.ie/toyshowappeal, and this year viewers will also be able to donate via the Revolut app.
The Late Late Toy Show will air tonight at 9.35pm on RTÉ One, and worldwide on the RTÉ Player.
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