Monthly Archives: May 2013

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No sizzle to CBC’s season announcement

From John Doyle of the Globe and Mail:

All Sochi, no sizzle for CBC’s new fall season
Wednesday morning, a group of journalists, photographers, CBC execs and what’s called “the talent” (actors, comedians and such) assembled at CBC HQ here in Toronna. Reason was CBC’s 2013-14 season preview event. It went on for hours and, when I departed, I still wasn’t sure exactly what CBC has in store for Canada in the upcoming TV season. Apart from the Winter Olympics in Sochi, Hockey Night in Canada and the return of Battle of the Blades. Which everybody knew about, anyway. Read more.

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Some Assembly Required casting call

From Thunderbird:

Are you a Canadian teen actor looking to be a star? We’re casting for a brand new YTV show that’s set to start filming in Vancouver, BC this summer. If you’ve got a knack for comedy and are interested in submitting an audition video – we want to hear from you!

What’s the show about? Well, when 14-year-old Jarvis Raines’ house is nearly destroyed on Christmas morning by a defective toy, he sues the company and ends up owning it. His first act as CEO is to fire the existing staff and replace it with kids from his high school — each with a valuable skill. Though this group would not normally be friends, they must work together and get to know each other better as they run the world’s first teen-owned game company. Some Assembly Required is the latest project from the producers of Mr. Young , ANT Farm and The Suite Life on Deck and will be coming to YTV in early 2014.

Casting is now open (closing June 7th), so go to the Audition page to find out how to apply. Good luck!

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Top Chef Canada

Top Chef Canada renewed, now casting

From a media release:

TOP CHEF CANADA RENEWED FOR FOURTH SEASON

  • National Casting for Food Network Canada’s Top Rated Series Open Now Until June 11
  • Casting Details and Applications Available at www.topchefcanada.ca

Shaw Media is thrilled to announce today the renewal of its highest rated Food Network Canada series, Top Chef Canada. Since the launch of season one in April, 2011, the Canadian adaptation of the international smash hit has consistently been Food Network’s top ranked series. A national casting call for Canada’s next Top Chef has begun, with applications available at www.topchefcanada.ca. The deadline for submitting applications is June 11, 2013.

The country’s best and brightest up-and-coming culinary stars, aged 19 years and older, are encouraged to visit www.topchefcanada.ca to be directed to the application form. In addition to the online form, applicants must create a short video of themselves in action, showing off their cooking ability and on-camera personality.

Staying true to the original show format, Top Chef Canada challenges competitors’ culinary skills to see who can cut it as Canada’s Top Chef, taking home the grand prize including $100,000. The intensity builds each week as the competitors vie for their shot at stardom and avoid elimination. Shaw Media will continue to work with Canadian production powerhouse, Insight Productions, for the fourth season, which will premiere in 2014 exclusively on Food Network Canada.

Viewers can continue watching the third season of Top Chef Canada on Food Network Canada Mondays at 9pm ET/10pm PT. Canada’s third Top Chef will be crowned in the exciting, Calgary-based season finale airing Monday, June 10th at 9pm ET/10pm PT on Food Network Canada.

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Rookie Blue

New Thursday: Rookie Blue season premiere

Rookie Blue, Global – “Surprises” season premiere
After six months working undercover, Nick – then Andy – go missing, causing the undercover operation to go sideways. Meanwhile, a random arrest at 15 Division puts Swarek and the other officers in the middle of a messy, violent drug squad investigation – the same investigation that’s being fueled by Andy and Nick’s undercover intelligence.

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Rookie Blue

Rookie Blue news and interviews

From Bill Harris of QMI Agency:

Rookie Blue writing never dull
Rookie Blue never has been Rookie Blase, and Priscilla Faia is the latest beneficiary. “It makes it exciting, they’re always trying to spice it up,” Faia says. “This time you have two new regular characters who are going to be there for the season.” Read more.

From Philiana Ng of the Hollywood Reporter:

‘Rookie Blue’ Boss on Season 4: New Romances, New Partners and a Difficult Exit
After an emotional rollercoaster of a third season, executive producer Tassie Cameron tells THR of the new episodes: “We wanted to give ourselves some new challenges for the series and really start in a different place.” Read more.

From Bryan Cairns of Huffington Post Canada:

‘Rookie Blue’ Season 4: Broken Relationships And New Beginnings
On the Toronto set of “Rookie Blue,” Dov Epstein (Gregory Smith) isn’t chasing down criminals, dodging bullets or processing evidence. Instead, he’s dealing with bird poop. No, seriously. In the script, a bird bombs him with droppings. Read more.

From TV Fanatic:

Missy Peregrym Teases “Season of Change” for Andy
In anticipation of the premiere, I spoke to Missy Peregrym yesterday, as she predicts a season of change for Andy and talks about that undeniable chemistry between her and Sam. Read more.

From Broadway World:

Cast of ABC’s ROOKIE BLUE to Host Live Twitter Chat, 5/23
Fans of ABC’s popular drama series “Rookie Blue” will be able to submit questions and receive real-time responses from cast members of “Rookie Blue” during this season’s premiere, THURSDAY, MAY 23 (10:01-11:00 p.m., ET). Use hashtag #AskRookieBlue to join the conversation. Official Show Handle: @RookieBlueTV Read more.

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