How Do You Solve a Problem like Maria?(2006)

How Do You Solve a Problem Like Maria? is a British reality talent competition that followed the search for an unknown musical theatre performer to play Maria von Trapp in Andrew Lloyd Webber and David Ian's 2006 stage revival of The Sound of Music. Hosted by Graham Norton, the series aired on BBC One on Saturday evenings from July to September 2006. The show was devised by executive producer Gigi Eligoloff and tasked contestants with auditioning for one of theatre's most iconic roles. The title references the famous song "Maria" from the musical's first act. This groundbreaking format combined the spectacle of a West End production with the immediacy of reality television, giving viewers a behind-the-scenes look at the casting process for a beloved classic.