Caterina Balivo’s popular afternoon talk show, ‘La Volta Buona’, will take a short holiday break from its regular programming on Rai 1 during the Christmas celebrations. Specifically, the show will not be aired on December 24 and 25, 2024, as Rai 1 has scheduled special holiday content to mark these festive days.
On December 24, viewers can look forward to the Christmas special of the beloved children’s show 'Lo Zecchino d’Oro'. This event, hosted by Cristina D’Avena and Paolo Belli, is expected to deliver festive cheer alongside the charming performances of the Piccolo Coro dell’Antoniano. Their presence, coupled with the beloved puppeteer Nunù and social media stars Mìmi and Nartico, promises to create an enjoyable and memorable viewing experience for families.
Adding to the excitement, Maestro Peppe Vessicchio will be featured, presenting his new song 'Natale da re' performed by the Piccolo Coro. Viewers will also be treated to archival highlights celebrating 70 years of Rai and Antoniano, both of which were established in 1954, creating poignant moments for longtime fans as they await Christmas Eve.
The following day, December 25, 'La Volta Buona' will again not be broadcast. Instead, Rai 1 is dedicATING the afternoon to holiday films with the romantic comedies 'Note d’amore' and 'Colpo di fulmine a Natale', which will charm viewers from 2 PM until approximately 4:55 PM, allowing families to enjoy heartwarming stories filled with love and the spirit of Christmas.
This brief hiatus for Caterina Balivo’s show is well-timed, especially since recent ratings have shown considerable growth. Data from December 19 indicated the program attracted 1.9 million viewers, achieving a notable 15.71% share. The initial portion of the show engaged 1.6 million viewers with 13.78% share, and the second part impressively soared to almost 18%, with 1.665 million tuning in.
For fans concerned about the absence of 'La Volta Buona', there is good news: the show will return to its regular schedule on December 26. That evening, viewers will enjoy a special 'best of' episode, reflecting on the season’s most memorable interviews and guest appearances. This will provide audiences with the opportunity to relive some of the show’s most exciting and engaging moments.
After the special episodes air, the show will resume its standard programming from December 27 onward, maintaining its established slot from 2 PM to 4 PM. With its commitment to providing inspiration and entertainment, 'La Volta Buona' continues to be the highlight of afternoon television for many across Italy.
