Taratata (1993)
France's beloved live music institution, hosted by Nagui since 1993, where surprise duets, emerging artists, and unforgettable performances have defined over three decades of television.
Taratata - Series Information
- Original Title: Taratata
- First Air Year: 1993
- Last Air Year: 2026
- Created by: Nagui, Gérard Pullicino
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Reality
- Content Rating (US): TV-G
- Number of Seasons: 25
- Number of Episodes: 600
- Status: Returning Series
- Original Language: French
- Spoken Languages: French
- First Air Date: January 10, 1993 (United States - NR), January 10, 1993 (Canada - G), January 10, 1993 (India - U), January 10, 1993 (Brazil - L)
- Networks: France 2
- Alternative Titles: Taratata 100% Live (FR)
- Production Companies: Air Productions
- Production Countries: France
Taratata - Plot
Taratata was a French TV show showcasing live and pre-recorded footage of current rock acts. Presented by Nagui since its début in 1993, the show was initially shown on France 2. The show often involved surprise and unlikely duets, as well as brief interviews with the artists. Taratata was cancelled in 2000, but returned in April 2005 on the public French network France 4 once a week on prime time, France 3, and late night once a month France 2 and Virgin Radio. Artists including Devendra Banhart, Katie Melua, and Ayo made their French TV debut on the show. The show's chief lighting technician, Jean-Philippe Bourdon, was awarded two Sept d'or in 1994 and 1995. The show featured unique duets and highlights new artists and uses different presenters for each episode. These aspects, and the general emphasis on original music, led the Conseil supérieur de l'audiovisuel to identify Taratata as a uniquely creative show on French TV in April 2009. The show aired throughout Europe on TV5MONDE Europe on Saturday nights. The show is also franchised to Dubai Television in Arabic with an almost identical format to its French counterpart. On 31 May 2013, France Télévisions announced that the show was cancelled. Despite the announcement, the show will continue in a web only format and that a concert will be oragnized at Zénith de Paris on 10 October 2013. The last show was recorded on 13 June 2013 and was broadcast on 12 July 2013.
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Taratata - Cast & Crew
Creator(s)
- Nagui
- Gérard Pullicino
Main Cast
- Nagui
- Alexandra Kazan
- Zazie
- Alain Souchon
- Gaëtan Roussel
- Pascal Obispo
- Clara Luciani
- MC Solaar
- Axel Bauer
- Ed Sheeran
Taratata - FAQs
What makes Taratata different from other music shows?
Taratata built its reputation on spontaneous, unlikely duets between artists who would rarely share a stage elsewhere. The show also championed emerging talent, giving artists like Devendra Banhart, Katie Melua, and Ayo their French TV debuts, and was officially recognized as uniquely creative by France's audiovisual authority in 2009.
Who hosts Taratata and who created it?
Taratata has been hosted by Nagui since its very first episode in January 1993. The show was created by Nagui alongside Gérard Pullicino and is produced by Air Productions. Nagui's warm, music-savvy presenting style has been central to the show's identity across more than three decades.
Where can you watch Taratata online?
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Was Taratata ever cancelled and brought back?
Yes, twice. Taratata was first cancelled in 2000 after its original France 2 run, then revived in April 2005 across France 4, France 3, and France 2. It was cancelled again in May 2013 by France Télévisions, yet returned once more and continues today as a returning series with Season 25 airing in 2025–2026.
How many seasons and episodes does Taratata have?
Taratata has accumulated 25 seasons and over 600 episodes since its 1993 debut. The run spans everything from packed 48-episode seasons during its peak years to tighter 9-to-11-episode seasons in recent times, reflecting its evolution from a weekly staple to a curated prime-time event.
Did Taratata win any notable awards?
Taratata earned recognition early on through its production team. Chief lighting technician Jean-Philippe Bourdon won two prestigious Sept d'or awards in 1994 and 1995, highlighting the show's high production standards. The Conseil supérieur de l'audiovisuel also formally recognized Taratata as a uniquely creative program on French television in April 2009.
Which international artists have appeared on Taratata?
Taratata has welcomed a wide range of international names over the decades, including Ed Sheeran, Devendra Banhart, and Katie Melua, the latter two making their French TV debuts on the show. Its reputation for intimate live performances and genuine artist interaction has made it an attractive platform for global acts visiting France.
What are some shows similar to Taratata?
Fans of Taratata often enjoy Top of the Pops, the long-running BBC music institution, and MTV World Stage for its international live concert coverage. Allsång på Skansen offers a similarly festive communal music atmosphere, while BBC Radio 1's Live Lounge captures that same spirit of surprise covers and artist collaborations.
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