The Real X Factor

If you want to watch a really excellent talent show then tune into Sky 1's Got To Dance The judges know what they're talking about, they're not self-conscious on camera, there are no fake tantrums to make good telly and no self-interest in any of the acts. And the competition is not about the costumes it's about the dance. This is a talent show genuinely seeking to promote talent.  And if you watch the amount of talent on offer you will be proud to be British.  It's diverse dance and multiculturalism at its best.  Davina McCall shines as host, bringing warmth to a brilliantly produced show which is an ensemble act with everyone wanting to give of their best and where the competition exists purely where it should - on the stage.  It makes the X Factor look as fake as Cheryl's tan.  Sadly it won't get the same number of viewers - yet.  But, mark my words, Got to Dance is going to be the way forward for the talent show.   I love X Factor but we're starting to tire of the judges outshining the contestants and with Simon Cowell and Cheryl Cole going Stateside, there's going to be room for this new broom.  I'm now hooked for the next several weeks - which is a relief because it spares me the horror of Dancing on Ice.  Kimberley, Adam and Ashley's warmth makes Jason Gardiner's barbed comments look oh so last year.