Block
Party
You've
seen the reality TV shows that work.
The
group of adventurers on an island, who compete in crazy
challenges until a winner 
gets
a huge cash prize. Or the group of teams who travel the
world and compete in exotic challenges until a winner gets
a huge cash prize.
So when
you hear CBS is creating a new reality show, the formula
is predictable. Except this time, they wanna cast you and
your neighbors in your own neighborhood.
With
"Block Party," CBS is seeking Seattle-area communities
for a show where neighbors compete in family-oriented challenges.
Of course, the winning family gets a huge cash prize. "We
want a variety of types of households in the mix. A diverse
community is ideal and middle-of-road in terms of socioeconomics,"
says Jaclyn Lenz, Senior Casting Producer.
To apply,
here's the drill: Find a total of eight families, who live
within close proximity. (The ideal location is one where
camera crews will have easy access to film.) Create a video
of the look and feel of your 'hood, plus 30-second to one-minute
intros of each family and how you fit in. (Biggest Husky
fan? Hotspot for cookouts? Most kid-friendly backyard?)
Finally, fill out an application.
The deadline is January 5, 2009.
With
plans to start filming by summer 2009, you might want to
hold off on planning that July vacation. You, and your neighbors,
just may be working.
CBS Block Party
www.blockpartycasting.com
For more
info, contact Lenz at Jaclyn@blockpartycasting.com
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