Overview
- Giovanni Zarrella announced the debut of “Die große Weihnachtsshow” via Instagram, launching ZDF’s holiday season with a new prime-time format.
- The broadcast is reported to be live from Offenburg on 4 December, introducing a fresh staging for the network’s seasonal music event.
- Early guest lineup reports include Beatrice Egli, Howard Carpendale, Andreas Gabalier, Alexander Klaws, the No Angels, and the Irish dance show Lord of the Dance.
- ZDF confirms the program’s charity focus, highlighting support for projects run by Misereor and Brot für die Welt.
- The new special fills gaps left by the retired Carmen Nebel gala and the paused Helene Fischer Show, with ZDF previously indicating a Christmas Day film would occupy the Fischer slot.