Prodigies

• Original producer: Shine France
• Original broadcaster: France 2

Prodigies marks an evolution of the talent genre as it searches for the country’s most talented singer, dancer or instrumentalist under the age of 16. Either as a close-ended event special or a weekly primetime series, Prodigies is an exceptional entertainment format that features timeless classical song and dance performed by unbelievably talented upcoming young artists.

In each episode, the Prodigies perform in the country’s most well-known concert hall while backed by a famous national orchestra. Split into three categories (song, dance, instrumental) the Prodigies are judged and supported by a panel of three judges – icons from the worlds of classical music and dance. The judges each oversee one of the categories and decide after the performance who should
be put forward for the audience vote.

In an exhilarating and emotional final moment, the three Prodigies who topped their category return to the stage. The viewers at home make their choice and the nation’s favourite Prodigy is crowned. Prodigies is the highest-rated talent show in French public TV history and a second series has already been commissioned by broadcaster France 2.