Go-Big Show is an American competition series that aired on TBS from January 7, 2021, to March 10, 2022. In contrast to other talent shows, Go-Big Show focuses on bigger scale performances featuring monster trucks, horse riding and large stage acts.[1][2] On each episode, performers compete for an opportunity to advance toward the season finale, with a grand prize of $100,000 at stake. The second season premiered on January 6, 2022.[3]
Go-Big Show is hosted by Bert Kreischer (comedian). Judges include Cody Rhodes (wrestler), Jennifer Nettles (singer) and Rosario Dawson (actress).[5]Snoop Dogg (rapper) was one of the four judges during season one. However, in August 2021, it was announced that T-Pain (rapper) would replace him for season two.[6] Previously, DJ Khaled was planned to join the show.[7]
On each of the six qualifier episodes, three pairs of acts perform for the judges. Each act is scored on a scale of 1 to 100 (using levers/throttles connected to a 23-foot "Power Tower" equipped with 4,000 LED lights).[8] The higher-scoring act of the pair advances to the semifinals. If both acts in a match-up receive the same score, a coin toss is used to decide the winner.[citation needed]
For each of the three episodes in the semifinals, two heats of three acts each perform and are scored as in the preliminaries. The high scorers from the respective heats advance to a vote by the judges to determine which act will move on to the finals. Once the semifinals are complete, the judges select one of the three acts eliminated by their votes to advance as a "wild card".[citation needed]
The finale consists of three rounds, with each act being scored as in previous episodes. Two acts face off in the first round, and the low scorer is eliminated. In each of the following rounds, one new act performs and must outscore the winner of the previous round in order to eliminate them and advance. The winner of the third round receives the $100,000 grand prize.[9]
Season 1 overview (2021)
Each act is scored on a scale of 1 to 100, calculated as an average of the scores given by the individual judges. During the Qualifier Rounds, performers go head-to-head, and the act that receives the highest combined score moves on to the next round.
Tomas Garcilazo won the competition and the grand prize of $100,000.
Season 2 overview (2022)
Similar to season one, the four judges' scores for an act are averaged to determine the overall score. Unlike the prior season, each judge's individual scores were also revealed. During the Qualifier Rounds, performers go head-to-head, and the act that receives the higher average score moves on to the next round.
Note: For some of the match-ups, some or all of the judges' individual scores were not shown on screen. This is indicated in the score box as "unknown".
Thomas was eliminated due to having a combing score of 383, while JD and Jonathan once again tied with a combined score of 385. JD advanced due to having a higher score in the Qualifier round.
Match-Up 1: Professor Splash vs. Andrew Lee vs. Anastasia Synn
Many acts from the show have appeared in prior sports events and/or talent competitions.
Sports events and competitions
Aaron Fotheringham also known as Wheelz, has been a part of Nitro Circus since 2010; touring and completing various records, including four wins at the WCMX World Championships.[31][32]
Leonid Filatov, better known as Leonid the Magnificent, has appeared on America's Got Talent on three occasions, season 1 being eliminated in the semifinals and in season 2 and season 6 being eliminated in the Vegas Round. He also competed in season 10 of La France a un incroyable talent and season 6 of Česko Slovensko má talent.
Orissa Kelly appeared on series 10 of Britain's Got Talent, she also appeared and won Amazingness.[35]
Scott Anderson appeared on season 5 of America's Got Talent (being eliminated in the Vegas Round) and Wizard Wars.
Many acts from the show have appeared in prior sports events and/or talent competitions.
Talent competition
JD Anderson appeared on season 9 of America's Got Talent where he was eliminated in the quarterfinals.
Professor Splash appeared on season 6 of America's Got Talent where he was eliminated in the semifinals.
Annaliese Nock appeared on season 13 of America's Got Talent where she withdrew prior to the Judge Cuts and season 15 with her father Bello who were eliminated in the quarterfinals.
Andrew Lee appeared on season 2 of Asia's Got Talent where he was eliminated in the semifinals and series 12 of Britain's Got Talent where he was eliminated in the deliberations.
Horse appeared on season 7 of America's Got Talent where he was eliminated in the quarterfinals but returned for the wildcard round where he was eliminated again.
Charles Peachock appeared on season 6 of America's Got Talent where he was eliminated in the quarterfinals but returned for the wildcard round where he was eliminated again.
Jonathan Rinny appeared on season 12 of America's Got Talent where he was eliminated in the Judge Cuts.
Kevin Taylor appeared on season 3 of America's Got Talent where he was eliminated in the Vegas Round.
Rob Lake appeared on season 13 of America's Got Talent where he was eliminated in the quarterfinals.
Leroy Patterson appeared on season 10 of America's Got Talent where he was eliminated in the Judge Cuts. He also competed on the 2nd season of the Fox Reality Channel game show Solitary, where he was the 3rd player eliminated.
The debut episode drew a million viewers[39] and was the best unscripted series launch by TBS in three years.[40] Viewership declined slightly each week during the first season.[41][42] However, due to its success, the series was renewed for a second season.[43]
Common Sense Media reported it is a "mixed-bag of talent" featuring profanity and mild violence meant for mature audiences, along with family-friendly performances. The positive impact on younger viewers is the discussion of safety and the unique talents of the performers.[44]