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How Do You Solve a Problem Like Maria? was a BBC One talent competition broadcast in 2006 to cast Maria von Trapp in Andrew Lloyd Webber and David Ian's West End revival of The Sound of Music. Graham Norton presented the series, while Lloyd Webber led the judging and selection process. Contestants performed musical-theatre material before studio judges, with viewers voting to determine the eventual winner, Connie Fisher.
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What was How Do You Solve a Problem Like Maria? trying to cast?
The BBC One competition searched for an actress to play Maria von Trapp. The prize role was in Andrew Lloyd Webber and David Ian’s West End revival of The Sound of Music.
When was How Do You Solve a Problem Like Maria? broadcast?
The talent competition was broadcast in 2006. It was presented on BBC One by Graham Norton.
Who judged How Do You Solve a Problem Like Maria?
Andrew Lloyd Webber led the judging and selection process. David Ian was also involved in the West End production the winner would join.
How did the show connect to The Sound of Music?
Contestants performed to demonstrate whether they could carry the role of Maria von Trapp in a major musical. The show was therefore a casting competition tied directly to a West End revival, not a general singing contest.
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