Join the Virtual Audience for 'Battle of the Blades'
For the first time in Battle of the Blades history, Canadians from across the country, from coast to coast to coast, can enjoy their own front-row seat with Battle through our virtual audience experience this season.
Superfans can join the live action safely from the comfort of their home communities via video conference.
Tickets and general admission into the arena are not available this season due to COVID-19 safety protocols. Please see the FAQ below for more details about joining the live virtual audience.
TICKETS
Can I buy tickets to Battle of the Blades this year?
No. Due to COVID-19 safety protocols, there will be no general admissions to the arena for Season 6 of Battle of the Blades.
However, fans are invited to apply to be a member of the virtual audience!
VIRTUAL AUDIENCE
What is a virtual audience?
Instead of being at the arena in person, superfans can safely join the fun from the comfort of their own community through a virtual video conference.
Big video screens in the arena will display the virtual audience watching the live action from their homes. The virtual audience members will be seen on TV during Battle of the Blades.
What is a superfan?
A "superfan" is someone who loves Battle of the Blades! If you're a superfan, we invite you to apply to join the virtual audience from your community.
How can I join the virtual audience?
We are looking for Battle of the Blades superfans to join the virtual audience. Please send an email to [email protected] with the following information:
- Your name
- Address
- Number of people who watch the show with you
- Phone number
- A few sentences about why you're a Battle of the Blades superfan
Send this information in an email to [email protected]. A member from the production team will follow up with qualified applicants with more details. Due to the large volume of submissions, we will not be able to respond to every application.
I'm not in Ontario, can I still apply to be a part of the virtual audience?
Yes! Every fan from across Canada is welcome to apply to be a part of the virtual audience, and will be able to take part from their hometown.
Is there any cost to apply to be a member of the virtual audience?
No. There is no cost to apply. Being a virtual audience member is free!
What can I expect being a part of the virtual audience?
Different virtual audience members will be required each week for the seven-episode season (Thursday evenings starting in October) for approximately three hours per episode during the taping.
What are the episode taping dates and times?
The episodes tape every Thursday evening from October 15 through November 26, and virtual audience members will need to commit approximately three hours per taping.
Will I be on TV?
Yes, the virtual audience will be displayed on big screens inside the arena during the performance. Members of the virtual audience may be asked to participate in feedback after a certain performance.
When will I find out if I've been selected to join the virtual audience?
A member of the production team will follow up with each qualified applicant within approximately two weeks (response time may vary). Due to the large volume of submissions, we will not be able to respond to every application.
How long is the program?
The Season 6 premiere of Battle of the Blades is two hours long. The rest of the episodes are an hour each. Virtual audience members can expect a time commitment of about 3 hours to prepare for the technical setup on a show day.
I'm based in Ontario, can I still buy tickets to join the studio audience in person?
No. General studio audience admission is not available this season.
I can't join the virtual audience, but I still want to participate from home! What can I do?
Vote for your favourite skaters using this link here, and share your comments with us on social media at @CBCBattle or using the hashtag #BOTB.