Patrick Kielty calls for applicants for his first ever Late Late Toy Show

The new presenter of The Late Late Show is on the hunt for Ireland's young singers, dancers, musicians and toy connoisseurs

Brand new Late Late Show host Patrick Kielty has put a call out for applications for the Toy Show

It's arguably one of the most wonderful TV nights of the year, and today the countdown to the Toy Show has kicked off with a special message from the show's brand new host.

Patrick Kielty, who will take over as host of The Late Late Show on RTE from September 15, has put out a call for applications for performers and toy connoisseurs to be part of the iconic Christmas special.