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Season 1, 14 episodes

Episode 1: Week 1 - Sydney to Dubbo
- Now playing
- 1h
- Aug 21, 2012
In the first episode we are introduced to the 12 contestants: 1 Tom. 2 Davin. 3 Matt. 4 Rohan. 5 Michael. 6 Brendan. 7 Adrian. 8 Stephen. 9 Sean. 10 Jamie. 11 Nathan. 12 Frank. The I Will Survive contestants began their journey at the Imperial Hotel in Erskineville, where host Hugh Sheridan informed them they would be performing their first group number, Go West – in drag. They had an hour to ready their wardrobe, hair and make-up before hitting the stage. All rose to the challenge brilliantly, giving a supremely entertaining account of themselves. After saying farewell to their loved ones, they jumped on the Priscilla bus bound for Dubbo. Once there, they performed their first solos for judges Stephan Elliott and Jason Donovan, along with guest Rachael Taylor.
Episode 2: Week 1 - Dubbo
- 1h
- Aug 22, 2012
For the second leg of their Dubbo adventure, the contestants learned they would be providing the half-time show for the local rugby team. The catch? They would be dressed as cheerleaders, singing the Cindy Lauper hit Girls Just Wanna Have Fun. To get them in a confident mood, they first participated in a mini-challenge at a bar, in which they had to a woo beautiful woman in red with their best pick-up line. Afterwards, they workshopped their musical number before hitting the field, pom poms and all. With their fates on the line, Frank, Matt and Sean took the lead and were under particular pressure to perform.
Episode 3: Week 2 - Cobar
- 1h
- Aug 28, 2012
The contestants got off the Priscilla bus for the next stage of their journey, kicking off the Cobar leg with a flashmob rendition of Downtown. The performance got a mixed reception from the locals, some hugely entertained, others less than enthused by their colourful new visitors. Their next challenge was to rock out the local RSL with some solos, but first they received some training in unleashing their inner rock gods with Dave Gleeson of the Screaming Jets. Asher Keddie joined Jason and Stephan in guest judging the brilliant RSL performances, which left the Cobar punters well and truly rocked.
Episode 4: Week 2 - Cobar
- 1h
- Aug 29, 2012
The contestants enjoyed some Cobar sightseeing and bonding activities, including clay pigeon shooting, before launching into rehearsals for the evening performance. During rehearsals they were encouraged to show their vulnerability by sharing something personal about themselves. Dressed in neon drag, the boys gave the Cobar residents a night to remember, with the bottom three in fanatastic form.
Episode 5: Week 3 - Broken Hill
- 1h
- Sep 4, 2012
For their first task in Broken Hill, the contestants performed a group number for a music video clip, miming to RB Greaves’ Take a Letter Maria. Following the introduction of guest judge Magda Szubanski, they discovered the theme for their solos: country and western. Learning some fleet-footed dance steps from the Silver City Line Dancers, the contestants then took their turns on stage. While some shone, others suffered from an underwhelming day at the office, with Jamie’s rendition of Jolene raising eyebrows across the board.
Episode 6: Week 3 - Broken Hill
- 1h
- Sep 5, 2012
The contestants rehearsed for their big performance at the Palace Hotel, receiving some expert instruction in creating fully-formed drag characters – from walking in heels to turning on the attitude. Dressed to the nines, the triple-threats hit the stage to perform Alicia Bridges’ I Love the Nightlife. Knowing their places in the competition were under threat, Adrian, Michael and Jamie put every ounce of energy into leading the group number.
Episode 7: Week 4 - Port Augusta
- 1h
- Sep 11, 2012
The Priscilla bus pulling up in Port Augusta, the contestants hit the streets to spruik their forthcoming flashmob performance. The assembled crowd then watched in delight as the triple-threats did a routine to The Weather Girls’ classic It’s Raining Men. Still dressed in their drag outfits, the boys then headed off for a day at the races, even taking part in a race of their own, won by Adrian. Toni Collette was welcomed as guest judge, giving the hopefuls some pointers as they prepared to perform solos which had to incorporate music, dance and acting elements.
Episode 8: Week 4 - Port Augusta
- 1h
- Sep 12, 2012
The contestants took some time to take in the Port Augusta surroundings, enjoying a tour of the town before attacking a gym session. After some clowning around jumping off the jetty, they got their heads into rehearsal mode for the evening performance. With their costumes not arriving in time, they also had to make their own, with the help of some of Port Augusta’s finest sewers and Priscilla’s Oscar-winning costume designer Tim Chappel.
Episode 9: Week 5 - Coober Pedy
- 1h
- Sep 18, 2012
The contestants arrived in Coober Pedy and kicked off proceedings with a flashmob performance of Marcia Hines’ You. The spectators lapped it up, particularly when guest judge Hines arrived to perform live vocals. The triple-threats then performed stripped back solos, with only a piano for accompaniment. After chorography rehearsal, it was time for the final performance, set to Thelma Houston’s Don’t Leave Me This Way.
Episode 10: Week 6 - Hermannsburg
- 1h
- Sep 25, 2012
The Priscilla Bus’ next stop was the Northern Territory town of Hermannsburg. The contestants kicked things off with a performance of All Fired Up by Pat Benatar. Hugh then welcomed the great Kelly Rowland to guest judge. For their solos, each performer was joined by a member of the Desert Divas, and together that had to sing a duet that would really sell the connection between them. The final show, singing Cyndi Lauper’s True Colors, was the most spectacular yet.
Episode 11: Week 7 - Alice Springs
- 1h
- Oct 2, 2012
Finally the Priscilla bus arrived in Alice Springs, with the excited triple-threats first treating the residents to a flashmob rendition of Locomotion. Hugh then welcomed the first guest judge, musical star Lucy Durack, before leading the contestant into the Outback for their solos, which this week has to be performed acapella. The second guest judge, Aussie acting great Rachel Griffiths, was introduced before one by one the boys launched into song. The bottom three performed for their lives in the final show, to Cece Peniston’s Finally.
Episode 12: Week 8 - Los Angeles
- 1h
- Oct 9, 2012
The contestant arrived for the first stop of the American leg of their I Will Survive journey, in Los Angeles. After settling in at their spectacular LA pad, they went to the famous Palace Theatre for their solos, performing before Jason, Stephan and guest judge Natalie Imbruglia. While their fellow triple-threats breathed a sigh of relief, the bottom two performers were challenged to impress at a studio recording, with will.i.am even stopping by to dispense some words of wisdom.
Episode 13: Week 9 - Las Vegas
- 1h
- Oct 16, 2012
With the contestants one step away from the Big Apple, they headed into Las Vegas for the penultimate round of competition. After performing a flashmob routine on a bustling Fremont Street, the boys headed to Palms Casino to perform their Motown flavoured solos. Guest judging their efforts was Mary Murphy of So You Think You Can Dance fame. The bottom two were then called on to perform solos in a Chippendales production.
Episode 14: Finale - New York
- 1h
- Oct 23, 2012
After a spectacular final episode of intense competition, the curtain came down on I Will Survive. Arriving in New York, the top three began by performing a flashmob, appropriately to the track Broadway. After rehearsals, they then travelled to the famous Spiegelworld for a group performance of Gloria Gaynor’s legendary hit I Will Survive, which decided the final two. For their last challenge, the boys had 24 hours to conceive a solo performance piece that truly encapsulated their triple-threat credentials, designing everything from the song direction to the costumes. Paula Abdul joined Jason and Stephan at the judging table, with all three mesmerised by the caliber of the routines. After a final song together and a nervous wait, the I Will Survive champion and winner of $250,000 was revealed.

I Will Survive

2012 to present
1 season
1h per episode

Overview

I Will Survive is an Australian talent show-themed television series that premiered on Network Ten on 21 August 2012. The premise of the show is to search for a new, unknown talent to perform in the Broadway production of the musical Priscilla, Queen of the Desert. Due to the Broadway theatre production closing in June 2012, the prize has been amended to another performance on Broadway, along with a $250,000 cash prize. The title of the show is derived from the tile of a song in the production, "I Will Survive", originally sung by Gloria Gaynor. I Will Survive is hosted by actor and singer Hugh Sheridan and features judges Jason Donovan, who played Tick in the West End theatre production of the show, and Stephan Elliott, the director of the film The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert.

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Episodes
1 season and 14 episodes so far
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Details

Status: Returning Series
Seasons: 1
Episodes: 14
First aired: August 15, 2012
Last aired: October 23, 2012
Original language: English
Countries: AU

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Episodes

Season 1, 14 episodes

Episode 1: Week 1 - Sydney to Dubbo
- Now playing
- 1h
- Aug 21, 2012
In the first episode we are introduced to the 12 contestants: 1 Tom. 2 Davin. 3 Matt. 4 Rohan. 5 Michael. 6 Brendan. 7 Adrian. 8 Stephen. 9 Sean. 10 Jamie. 11 Nathan. 12 Frank. The I Will Survive contestants began their journey at the Imperial Hotel in Erskineville, where host Hugh Sheridan informed them they would be performing their first group number, Go West – in drag. They had an hour to ready their wardrobe, hair and make-up before hitting the stage. All rose to the challenge brilliantly, giving a supremely entertaining account of themselves. After saying farewell to their loved ones, they jumped on the Priscilla bus bound for Dubbo. Once there, they performed their first solos for judges Stephan Elliott and Jason Donovan, along with guest Rachael Taylor.
Episode 2: Week 1 - Dubbo
- 1h
- Aug 22, 2012
For the second leg of their Dubbo adventure, the contestants learned they would be providing the half-time show for the local rugby team. The catch? They would be dressed as cheerleaders, singing the Cindy Lauper hit Girls Just Wanna Have Fun. To get them in a confident mood, they first participated in a mini-challenge at a bar, in which they had to a woo beautiful woman in red with their best pick-up line. Afterwards, they workshopped their musical number before hitting the field, pom poms and all. With their fates on the line, Frank, Matt and Sean took the lead and were under particular pressure to perform.
Episode 3: Week 2 - Cobar
- 1h
- Aug 28, 2012
The contestants got off the Priscilla bus for the next stage of their journey, kicking off the Cobar leg with a flashmob rendition of Downtown. The performance got a mixed reception from the locals, some hugely entertained, others less than enthused by their colourful new visitors. Their next challenge was to rock out the local RSL with some solos, but first they received some training in unleashing their inner rock gods with Dave Gleeson of the Screaming Jets. Asher Keddie joined Jason and Stephan in guest judging the brilliant RSL performances, which left the Cobar punters well and truly rocked.
Episode 4: Week 2 - Cobar
- 1h
- Aug 29, 2012
The contestants enjoyed some Cobar sightseeing and bonding activities, including clay pigeon shooting, before launching into rehearsals for the evening performance. During rehearsals they were encouraged to show their vulnerability by sharing something personal about themselves. Dressed in neon drag, the boys gave the Cobar residents a night to remember, with the bottom three in fanatastic form.
Episode 5: Week 3 - Broken Hill
- 1h
- Sep 4, 2012
For their first task in Broken Hill, the contestants performed a group number for a music video clip, miming to RB Greaves’ Take a Letter Maria. Following the introduction of guest judge Magda Szubanski, they discovered the theme for their solos: country and western. Learning some fleet-footed dance steps from the Silver City Line Dancers, the contestants then took their turns on stage. While some shone, others suffered from an underwhelming day at the office, with Jamie’s rendition of Jolene raising eyebrows across the board.
Episode 6: Week 3 - Broken Hill
- 1h
- Sep 5, 2012
The contestants rehearsed for their big performance at the Palace Hotel, receiving some expert instruction in creating fully-formed drag characters – from walking in heels to turning on the attitude. Dressed to the nines, the triple-threats hit the stage to perform Alicia Bridges’ I Love the Nightlife. Knowing their places in the competition were under threat, Adrian, Michael and Jamie put every ounce of energy into leading the group number.
Episode 7: Week 4 - Port Augusta
- 1h
- Sep 11, 2012
The Priscilla bus pulling up in Port Augusta, the contestants hit the streets to spruik their forthcoming flashmob performance. The assembled crowd then watched in delight as the triple-threats did a routine to The Weather Girls’ classic It’s Raining Men. Still dressed in their drag outfits, the boys then headed off for a day at the races, even taking part in a race of their own, won by Adrian. Toni Collette was welcomed as guest judge, giving the hopefuls some pointers as they prepared to perform solos which had to incorporate music, dance and acting elements.
Episode 8: Week 4 - Port Augusta
- 1h
- Sep 12, 2012
The contestants took some time to take in the Port Augusta surroundings, enjoying a tour of the town before attacking a gym session. After some clowning around jumping off the jetty, they got their heads into rehearsal mode for the evening performance. With their costumes not arriving in time, they also had to make their own, with the help of some of Port Augusta’s finest sewers and Priscilla’s Oscar-winning costume designer Tim Chappel.
Episode 9: Week 5 - Coober Pedy
- 1h
- Sep 18, 2012
The contestants arrived in Coober Pedy and kicked off proceedings with a flashmob performance of Marcia Hines’ You. The spectators lapped it up, particularly when guest judge Hines arrived to perform live vocals. The triple-threats then performed stripped back solos, with only a piano for accompaniment. After chorography rehearsal, it was time for the final performance, set to Thelma Houston’s Don’t Leave Me This Way.
Episode 10: Week 6 - Hermannsburg
- 1h
- Sep 25, 2012
The Priscilla Bus’ next stop was the Northern Territory town of Hermannsburg. The contestants kicked things off with a performance of All Fired Up by Pat Benatar. Hugh then welcomed the great Kelly Rowland to guest judge. For their solos, each performer was joined by a member of the Desert Divas, and together that had to sing a duet that would really sell the connection between them. The final show, singing Cyndi Lauper’s True Colors, was the most spectacular yet.
Episode 11: Week 7 - Alice Springs
- 1h
- Oct 2, 2012
Finally the Priscilla bus arrived in Alice Springs, with the excited triple-threats first treating the residents to a flashmob rendition of Locomotion. Hugh then welcomed the first guest judge, musical star Lucy Durack, before leading the contestant into the Outback for their solos, which this week has to be performed acapella. The second guest judge, Aussie acting great Rachel Griffiths, was introduced before one by one the boys launched into song. The bottom three performed for their lives in the final show, to Cece Peniston’s Finally.
Episode 12: Week 8 - Los Angeles
- 1h
- Oct 9, 2012
The contestant arrived for the first stop of the American leg of their I Will Survive journey, in Los Angeles. After settling in at their spectacular LA pad, they went to the famous Palace Theatre for their solos, performing before Jason, Stephan and guest judge Natalie Imbruglia. While their fellow triple-threats breathed a sigh of relief, the bottom two performers were challenged to impress at a studio recording, with will.i.am even stopping by to dispense some words of wisdom.
Episode 13: Week 9 - Las Vegas
- 1h
- Oct 16, 2012
With the contestants one step away from the Big Apple, they headed into Las Vegas for the penultimate round of competition. After performing a flashmob routine on a bustling Fremont Street, the boys headed to Palms Casino to perform their Motown flavoured solos. Guest judging their efforts was Mary Murphy of So You Think You Can Dance fame. The bottom two were then called on to perform solos in a Chippendales production.
Episode 14: Finale - New York
- 1h
- Oct 23, 2012
After a spectacular final episode of intense competition, the curtain came down on I Will Survive. Arriving in New York, the top three began by performing a flashmob, appropriately to the track Broadway. After rehearsals, they then travelled to the famous Spiegelworld for a group performance of Gloria Gaynor’s legendary hit I Will Survive, which decided the final two. For their last challenge, the boys had 24 hours to conceive a solo performance piece that truly encapsulated their triple-threat credentials, designing everything from the song direction to the costumes. Paula Abdul joined Jason and Stephan at the judging table, with all three mesmerised by the caliber of the routines. After a final song together and a nervous wait, the I Will Survive champion and winner of $250,000 was revealed.

Episodes

E1 Episode 1: Week 1 - Sydney to Dubbo

E2 Episode 2: Week 1 - Dubbo

E3 Episode 3: Week 2 - Cobar

E4 Episode 4: Week 2 - Cobar

E5 Episode 5: Week 3 - Broken Hill

E6 Episode 6: Week 3 - Broken Hill

E7 Episode 7: Week 4 - Port Augusta

E8 Episode 8: Week 4 - Port Augusta

E9 Episode 9: Week 5 - Coober Pedy

E10 Episode 10: Week 6 - Hermannsburg

E11 Episode 11: Week 7 - Alice Springs

E12 Episode 12: Week 8 - Los Angeles

E13 Episode 13: Week 9 - Las Vegas

E14 Episode 14: Finale - New York

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Episodes

E1 Episode 1: Week 1 - Sydney to Dubbo

E2 Episode 2: Week 1 - Dubbo

E3 Episode 3: Week 2 - Cobar

E4 Episode 4: Week 2 - Cobar

E5 Episode 5: Week 3 - Broken Hill

E6 Episode 6: Week 3 - Broken Hill

E7 Episode 7: Week 4 - Port Augusta

E8 Episode 8: Week 4 - Port Augusta

E9 Episode 9: Week 5 - Coober Pedy

E10 Episode 10: Week 6 - Hermannsburg

E11 Episode 11: Week 7 - Alice Springs

E12 Episode 12: Week 8 - Los Angeles

E13 Episode 13: Week 9 - Las Vegas

E14 Episode 14: Finale - New York

Episode 1: Week 1 - Sydney to Dubbo

Episode 2: Week 1 - Dubbo

Episode 3: Week 2 - Cobar

Episode 4: Week 2 - Cobar

Episode 5: Week 3 - Broken Hill

Episode 6: Week 3 - Broken Hill

Episode 7: Week 4 - Port Augusta

Episode 8: Week 4 - Port Augusta

Episode 9: Week 5 - Coober Pedy

Episode 10: Week 6 - Hermannsburg

Episode 11: Week 7 - Alice Springs

Episode 12: Week 8 - Los Angeles

Episode 13: Week 9 - Las Vegas

Episode 14: Finale - New York

Episode 1: Week 1 - Sydney to Dubbo

Episode 2: Week 1 - Dubbo

Episode 3: Week 2 - Cobar

Episode 4: Week 2 - Cobar

Episode 5: Week 3 - Broken Hill

Episode 6: Week 3 - Broken Hill

Episode 7: Week 4 - Port Augusta

Episode 8: Week 4 - Port Augusta

Episode 9: Week 5 - Coober Pedy

Episode 10: Week 6 - Hermannsburg

Episode 11: Week 7 - Alice Springs

Episode 12: Week 8 - Los Angeles

Episode 13: Week 9 - Las Vegas

Episode 14: Finale - New York