Tale e Quale Show returns to Rai 1 with new schedule and cast

The sixteenth edition of the musical talent show ‘Tale e Quale Show’ is set to premiere on Rai 1 on September 23. Hosted by Carlo Conti, the program is implementing a significant scheduling change, moving its broadcast from its traditional Friday night slot to Wednesday evenings.

Notable updates for the new season include a revamped judging panel. Cristiano Malgioglio returns, joined by new members Alessandro Siani and Elettra Lamborghini. Additionally, a fourth guest judge will rotate weekly; Fabio Fazio is confirmed to appear as the special guest judge for the first episode. Conti noted that inviting Fazio is a gesture of friendship and respect, intended to show there is no rivalry between the hosts.

The contestant lineup features twelve participants, including Jasmine Carrisi, Maddalena Corvaglia, Roberta Morise, Paola Perego, Anna Pettinelli, Selma, Stefano Meloccaro, Max Paiella, Andrea Perroni, Vladimir Randazzo, and the duo of Flavio Insinna and Gabriele Cirilli. The production is a collaboration between Rai’s Prime Time Entertainment division and Endemol Shine Italy.