It’s happened. It’s here. BBC Three transformed from an old-fashioned linear channel into a hip, happening online channel on 16th February 2016, as the BBC both tries to cut costs and embrace the changing viewing habits of younger audiences.

What can you expect from the channel? Well, it promises a mix of both long and short content, with broadly the same kind of programming as before, from documentaries to comedy – as well as a continuing focus on nurturing new talent.

“There will be as much contemporary British drama from BBC Three as ever before,” confirmed Damian Kavanagh, Controller of BBC Three, upon the channel’s launch.

“When we were developing BBC Three, we kept everything focused on what our audience told us they wanted,” he adds. “Different types of content they could dip into during the day that kept them informed and entertained, and comedy and documentaries they could binge watch at their convenience. That’s basically the idea behind The Daily Drop [daily updates such as image galleries or short films] and The Best Of [BBC Three’s new, original programming]. Snackable daily updates for when you’re on the bus and longer programmes and other content for when you’re in front of the TV. For those big moments when you want a collective viewing experience we’re using the BBC’s live platform so we can create moments like director Q&As, and encourage audience interaction.”

But what exactly is on the way to BBC Three? Here’s a guide to the shows coming soon to the BBC’s first online channel. (We’ll be updating this every week so you never miss the latest shows to stream.)

For more information on how to watch BBC Three, click here – or head this way for our fortnightly column reviewing what’s new and worth watching on BBC Three.

My Mate’s A Muslim – 17th May

As Muslims, rapper Krept and vlogger Rumena both look forward to the holy month of Ramadan as a time for reflection and self-improvement – but this year will be a little different.

In the year of the pandemic panic, there will be no mosques with fellow worshippers, no late night shisha with friends, and no full-on feasts with the family. Which means young Muslims across the world are hungry for camaraderie and banter after weeks of isolation.

So as the boredom for all of us has fully set in, Krept and Rumena get their non-Muslim mates in on the Ramadan act. Challenging their mates Kritkal and Olivia to join them in a day of no eating and drinking – and learning about the true experience of Ramadan. Fasting in lockdown might be a match made in heaven!

Available from 6am on BBC iPlayer.

Glow Up: Britain’s Next Make Up Star: Season 2, Episode 2 – 21st May

In the second episode of BBC Three’s hit make-up series, hosted by Stacey Dooley and judged by Val Garland and Dominic Skinner, the nine remaining MUAs take on London Fashion Week, working alongside an iconic guest judge and fashion designer.

The contestants must replicate make-up on their models, working under pressure and with tight deadlines meeting the high standards expected in Fashion Week.

Available from 7pm on BBC iPlayer.

How’s Your Head, Hun? Episode 1 – 26th May

Like the rest of us, Michelle Visage is on lockdown, but that hasn’t stopped her from enlisting her husband as a cameraman and throwing open the doors of her family home.

She’s inviting you all to her weekly house party, where she’s just doing her best to keep things light, stay busy and check in with her friends, including Jade from Little Mix and Dr. Rank, all of whom she asks: “How’s your head, hun?”

Episodes arrive weekly, with eight in total. Quarantini, anyone?

Available from 6am on BBC iPlayer.

Glow Up: Britain’s Next Make Up Star: Season 2, Episode 3 – 28th May

This week the remaining MUAs must not only impress judges Val Garland and Dominic Skinner, but also The Lion King Global Associate Hair & Make Up Designer, Ashely Roller, as she steps in as the Guest Judge.

Stacey Dooley presents, as the contestants try to precisely replicate the make-up from four of the main characters in The Lion King Musical at the Lyceum Theatre.

The contestant who most impresses the judges is invited to work alongside the make-up team for the evening’s theatre performance. The two MUAS who least impress start the following day in the red Face Off chairs, taking on the Creative Brief with 15 minutes less than the other MUAs.

And, in this week’s creative challenge, the MUAs are tasked with creating a look that incorporates a mask that reveals more than it hides.

Available from 7pm on BBC iPlayer.

Angels Of The North: Season 2 – 31st May

Sammyjo Pearson and her expert team of hair extensionists are back with more real-life ups and downs, dramas and dilemmas at Longlox super salon in the North East.

With the help of her no-nonsense ‘Mamager’ Bev, Sammyjo has some tough decisions to make this series. She hires new team members, decides who gets a promotion and copes with a shock announcement.

Filmed in the lead up to the Covid-19 outbreak, the salon must also prepare for a nationwide lockdown. How will Sammyjo, Bev and the girls deal with events as they unfold inside and outside the salon? Find out as all 4 episodes are released at once.

Available from 6am on BBC iPlayer.

How’s Your Head, Hun? Episode 2 – 2nd June

Lockdown hasn’t deterred Michelle Visage and husband David from throwing daughter Lola a prom, albeit in their backyard.

Homemade prom night is complete with balloons, corsages… even a slow dance and the added bonus of a surprise visit from ‘The King’.

Lola is moved to tears by the entire experience. Michelle also laughs it up with Drag Race judge friends Alan Carr, and Community’s Joel McHale.

Joel reveals that he has become a clean freak, whilst Alan and Michelle play Would You Rather?

Available from 6am on BBC iPlayer.