{"id":27199,"date":"2026-05-02T15:21:34","date_gmt":"2026-05-02T15:21:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/britain\/27199\/"},"modified":"2026-05-02T15:21:34","modified_gmt":"2026-05-02T15:21:34","slug":"who-is-performing-on-britains-got-talent-tonight-8-acts-in-second-semi-final-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/britain\/27199\/","title":{"rendered":"Who is performing on Britain&#8217;s Got Talent tonight? 8 acts in second semi-final 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Tonight (May 2) will see the second live semi-final of Britain\u2019s Got Talent (BGT) air on ITV \u2013 but who will be performing?<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">A total of eight acts will be hoping to secure a place in the grand final and go on to win a cash prize, as well as the chance to appear at the Royal Variety Performance.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">From dance groups to circus performers, there is plenty in store on Saturday for the studio audience, those watching at home and of course BGT judges Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon and newcomer KSI, who recently replaced Bruno Tonioli.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">The talented individuals and groups will be giving it their all, in the hopes of joining last week\u2019s first two 2026 finalists, Matty Juniosa and Anastasiia and Salsa.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Matty received a golden buzzer from Amanda, putting him straight through to the final.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">The singer had already received a golden buzzer from Simon in the auditions stage.<\/p>\n<p>Who is performing in Britain\u2019s Got Talent\u2019s live semi-final 2? All 8 acts<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">This evening, the following will be taking to the stage in the second live BGT semi-final:<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Alfredo &amp; Coral &#8211; circus performers<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Braunstone Community Primary School \u2013 \u201cschool ravers\u201d and guest judge Stacey Solomon\u2019s golden buzzer act during audition stages<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Katherine O\u2019Malley &#8211; singer<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Macshane &amp; Delby &#8211; freestyle comedy rap duo<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Sadeck Berrabah &amp; LMA \u2013 dance group<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">World Wings \u2013 dance group and one of Amanda&#8217;s golden buzzer acts during audition stages<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">As well as these thrilling acts, BGT\u2019s series 17 winner Sydnie Christmas returns to perform with an \u201cextra-special\u201d appearance from the Great Ormond Street Hospital Choir.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">The performance from the choir, which is made up of hospital staff and volunteers, is supported by Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH) charity patron and BGT judge Simon.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">He said: \u201cWhen I first visited GOSH, I remember being blown away by how brave the kids were, even in the worst circumstances.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">\u201cThere\u2019s something about this hospital that\u2019s special. People really care and they\u2019re making a difference.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>What time is BGT on TV tonight?<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Tonight\u2019s BGT episode will follow on from Celebrity Catchphrase and will air on ITV1 and ITVX from 7pm until 9.05pm.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Recommended reading:<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">The Radio Times summary shares: \u201cAnt and Dec host the second live semi-final as more acts that made it through the auditions perform in front of the judges and a live audience for a chance at a place in the final.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">\u201cViewers hold the power to vote for their favourite acts of the night to send through to the ultimate stage of the competition, and the judges have their golden buzzer that can reward outstanding performers a ticket straight through.\u201d<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Who are you looking forward to watching on BGT\u2019s second live semi-final of the year? 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