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Mancs can apply to be paired up with two potential partners for a ‘unique’ Channel 4 dating show

Well, this sounds a bit... ruthless.

Emily Sergeant Emily Sergeant - 16th May 2024

Those who consider themselves to be pretty unlucky-in-love can now apply to take part in one of the most “unique” dating shows on TV.

Following the undoubted success of the first series – which has been airing on E4 for the past couple of weeks now, before concluding last Thursday (9 May) – Channel 4 has now put out a nationwide casting call for people to take part in the next series of its newest dating game show, Love Triangle.

And the show’s producers are calling on singletons from Greater Manchester to stick an application in.

Mancs can apply to be paired up with two potential partners for a ‘unique’ TV dating show / Credit: Channel 4

Unfamiliar with Love Triangle?

Based off the US and Australian programmes of the same name, the UK version is a so-called “supersized” take on the show, and it seeks to “turn everything you know about dating on its head”.

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In what is a first of its kind for UK television, the brand-new relationship format asks six courageous singles to reject all the conventions and pitfalls of modern app-based dating in favour of a “radical” new approach.

Channel 4 is currently casting across the UK for the next series of Love Triangle / Credit: Channel 4

The six contestants will first choose a love match from two potential suitors.

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One match embodies each single’s usual wants, type, and desires, while the other reflects their deeper and more “fulfilling” romantic needs.

After choosing one of the suitors to date, the other will then make a “shocking surprise return” to form a love triangle, and then, after dating and living with both suitors, each single faces a choice – they must pick one of their matches to “pursue lasting love”.

The casting call for contestants on the Channel 4 website reads: “In this unique relationship series reflecting dating in the real world, unlucky-in-love singles are matched with two potential partners, who each tick different boxes of their wants and needs, in the hopes of finding long-lasting love.”

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To apply for the show, you just need to be 18 years of age or older, a resident of the UK, and crucially, single and “looking for love”.

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Fancy it then? To express your interest, fire and email over to [email protected].

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Sir Ian McKellen thanks NHS as he speaks out for first time after falling off stage

Emily Sergeant Emily Sergeant

Sir Ian McKellen has thanked the NHS in a statement speaking out for the first time after suffering an on-stage fall.

The revered Burnley-born actor is currently starring as John Falstaff in a production of Player Kings at the Noel Coward Theatre in London’s prestigious West End, but during Monday (17 June) night’s show, the 85-year-old was said to have he lost his footing on stage while performing a fight scene and reportedly fell into the orchestra pit.

Audience members who took to social media shortly after the incident said they heard the McKellen “cry out in pain” after falling, before the theatre was swiftly evacuated.

Sir Ian was taken to hospital for medical treatment following the dramatic fall, and the theatre subsequently issued a statement saying it had made the decision to cancel the shows on Tuesday and Wednesday night.

Fans were reassured, however, that the actor was “in good spirits” and expected to “make a full recovery”.

Sir Ian McKellen is is currently starring as John Falstaff in Player Kings at the Noel Coward Theatre / Credit: ATG Tickets

Now, for the first time since suffering the fall, the Tony, Olivier, and Golden Globe award-winning actor has issued a statement thanking the public for all their “kind messages and support”, as well as thanking the country’s health service for the treatment he received.

McKellen said he is “hugely indebted” to the NHS in his update message.

Taking to X to speak to fans directly yesterday evening (18 June), Sir Ian wrote: “I want to thank everyone for their kind messages and support.

“Since the accident, during a performance of Player Kings last night, my injuries have been diagnosed and treated by a series of experts, specialists and nurses working for the National Health Service. To them, of course, I am hugely indebted.”

As well as thanking fans for their support and the NHS for the treatment he received, Sir Ian also gave an update on his anticipated recovery journey, and made sure to say how much he is eager to get back on stage as soon as possible.

“[The NHS] have assured me that my recovery will be complete and speedy,” McKellen’s statement continued, “and I am looking forward to returning to work.”

The Noel Coward Theatre has confirmed in an updated statement on X that it intends to go ahead with tomorrow night’s show (Thursday 19 June).

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David Semark is listed on the Player’s Kings wesbite as the “cover” actor for Sir Ian’s leading role.

Featured Image – Manuel Harlan / Player Kings (via X)

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Sir Ian McKellen taken to hospital after falling from theatre stage mid-show

Daisy Jackson Daisy Jackson Sir Ian McKellen taken to hospital after falling from theatre stage mid-show. Credit: Play Kings publicity picture

Sir Ian McKellen has had to be taken to hospital after a dramatic fall from the stage last night.

The Burnley-born icon had been performing a fight scene at the Noel Coward Theatre when he lost his footing and reportedly fell into the orchestra pit.

Audience members said they heard the 85-year-old actor cry out in pain and the theatre was swiftly evacuated.

Sir Ian, who has been starring as John Falstaff in Player Kings, was taken to hospital following the dramatic fall, where he’s in ‘good spirits’ and expected to ‘make a full recovery’.

The theatre has taken the decision to cancel this evening’s performance of Player Kings ‘so Ian can rest’.

The production, adapted from Shakespeare’s Henry IV, previewed here in Manchester back in March at the Opera House theatre.

It’s since moved down to London where Sir Ian has been performing to sold-out theatre audiences.

One audience member from last night said: “Just witnessed an awful accident with Sir Ian McKellen tripping off the stage in London. He seems badly hurt. We are all in shock and tears.”

Another posted on X: “As patrons & producers of theatre, it was devastating to be at Player Kings tonight when Sir Ian McKellen fell off the stage during a battle scene. Still in shock. Sending love & light Sir Ian. Thinking of the cast, crew & audience members who experienced this traumatic event.”

Someone else said: “Just witnessed Ian Mckellan severely injure himself after falling off stage at Noel Coward Theatre. Sir Ian could be heard screaming in pain as ushers rushed to his aid. Show cancelled as he is treated by ambulance crews. Wish him all the best.”

One witness shared on Instagram: “Middle of the show. Sir Ian falls off the stage. I’m stunned right now. Never, in a hundred shows, seen anything like it. I’m hoping he is OK.”

A spokesperson for the Noel Coward theatre said: “Thank you to our audience and the general public for their well wishes following lan’s fall during this evening’s performance of Player Kings.

“Following a scan, the brilliant NHS team have assured us that he will make a speedy and full recovery and lan is in good spirits.

“The production has made the decision to cancel the performance on Tuesday 18 June so lan can rest. Those affected will be contacted by their point of purchase as soon as possible tomorrow.

“Thank you to doctors Rachel and Lee who were on hand in the audience and to all the venue staff for their support.”

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Featured image: Player Kings publicity picture

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