Röbi Koller will host his show “Happy Day” until next April. Then Nik Hartmann takes over the popular TV show.
I always wanted to know. What goes on in the studio on the popular television show “Happy Day”? The first information followed immediately after registration. «For security reasons, all jackets and bags must be left at the cloakroom. Small cell phone shoulder bags are permitted.”
An employee gives instructions: “If I circle my arms, then they can clap.”
And further: “There is a small aperitif free of charge, other drinks and small snacks can be purchased at your own expense and…dress sporty and elegant.” There was also a map for drivers and instructions on how to reach the studio by tram. I drove to Zurich and was amazed. I reached the underground parking garage in the middle of the buildings.
Cameramen discuss the schedule
They met at 6:30 p.m. in front of the blue public entrance. Then coats and bags had to be handed in and there was an aperitif. At 7 p.m. a woman picked us up and led us through the winding hallways. When I walked into the studio I was amazed. It was a lot smaller than what you’re used to in front of the screen. We took the numbered seats and waited for a very long time.
Five cameras captured the scenes. The most impressive was the man with the moving camera
An employee greeted us and gave instructions: “Look who is sitting to the right and left of you. If it’s the wrong person, they change places. We’ve already experienced a lot.” Everyone laughed and watched as the lighting director checked the headlights and radioed in corrections. The cameramen discussed the operational plan and the spokesman gave the final instructions: “Anyone who still needs to go to the toilet should go now and be back on the pitch at 5:00 a.m..”
A family’s long-cherished wish was fulfilled: ballooning.
And then the trailer started. Röbi Koller stood in front of an ice cream machine and explained that it would play an important role in the show. After the signature tune, he walked down the stairs and greeted the guests: “We are back after a long, long summer break. I was worried that people would forget Happy Day.”
Röbi Koller talks to a music group who created a silhouette (back) during the performance.
Later he will say: “Many people thought Happy Day would end. That’s not the case. I’m quitting in April next year. There are 5 more shows with me. Nik Hartmann will be there in a year.” There were many surprises in the studio and outside. Families and friends thanked each other. The sick Sarah was allowed to go up in a balloon with the whole family, a young man was able to get a taste of Formula 1 at Sauber and two music groups provided musical entertainment. While films were being shown, Koller was treated by a make-up artist.
At the end there was ice cream for everyone
And the director swirled around the studio preparing the next scenes. Microphones were set up, flower pots were moved and spectators were instructed. At the end, every spectator received an ice cream. Conclusion: You get more out of the show at home. In the studio you lose context and sometimes it gets boring, especially when you watch Röbi Koller sitting in a corner or pacing around in the studio.
Cover photo: Röbi Koller welcomes the guests
Photos: Josef Ritler
