Quebec's vibrant television scene is set to shine on New Year's Eve 2024 as ICI Télé presents two highly anticipated specials: "En direct du jour de l'An" and "Bye Bye 2024." Capturing the festive spirit, these shows feature beloved celebrities and comedic sketches, making them staples of celebration for many families.
The excitement begins with the 14th edition of "En direct du jour de l'An," hosted by the charismatic France Beaudoin. Promising to deliver 90 minutes of musical performances and festive fun, the central twist this year is the concept of guest kidnappings. Beaudoin and her crew plan to surprise viewers by abducting stars like Louis Morissette and Patricia Paquin, keeping the suspense alive until the event goes live. According to Beaudoin, "We were coming to kidnap you, but unfortunately, that's no longer possible. The dogs, then everything! By the time we get you ready, we won't be ready tonight," indicating playful mischief with the show's theme.
This year, viewers can expect appearances from musical talents like Gildor Roy, Louis-Jean Cormier, and many others, all set to perform for the audience eager to ring in the New Year with style. Following its live broadcast at 7 PM, the show will re-air on January 1 at 6:30 PM, allowing those who missed it to join the celebration.
Following "En direct du jour de l'An," the humor continues with the 56th edition of "Bye Bye 2024," which humorously reflects on the year gone by. Presented by the same core cast from last year, including Guylaine Tremblay and Claude Legault, this sketch show takes jabs at everything from local politics to cultural phenomena and global events. Notably, the comedic direction has been led by Simon-Olivier Fecteau, who has crafted sketches where current events meet humor.
A viral moment highlighted during the presentation features Guillaume Lemay-Thivierge and revolves around playful puns involving trees with names. The sketch showcases Tremblay, who portrays Marthe Laverdière, humorously blundering through the forest. The satirical pieces tend to punch up at significant figures, including current political leaders like Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Quebec's François Legault.
Adding to the comedic soul of "Bye Bye 2024," sketches incorporate references to hit shows like "Watatatow" and even poke fun at the recent challenges faced by the aviation giant Boeing. This interplay of current events with humorous portrayal serves to engage audiences effectively who may resonate with the topics presented.
With both specials airing on ICI Télé, audiences can expect not just entertainment, but also reflections on societal norms, politics, and cultural events of the past year. These productions are emblematic of how Quebec television embraces its cultural iconography, drawing on the dynamics of humor and music to deliver engaging year-end content.
There’s great anticipation around what surprises Beaudoin and her team might reveal during "En direct du jour de l'An", especially with rumors of spontaneous performances and impromptu comedic scenarios. New Year's Eve has become synonymous with these broadcasts, as families gather to watch their favorite personalities deliver laughter and joy during the transition to the new year.
So, whether it’s the musical extravaganza or the biting satire of "Bye Bye 2024," the festive offerings of ICI Télé are sure to provide entertaining closure to the year and spirited anticipation for what the New Year will bring. Tune in to celebrate the holidays and reflect on the events of 2024 with the humor and heart unique to Quebec television.