Donald Trump Revives The Apprentice to Help the Economy

NBC and Donald Trump want to put America back to work – and after a long wait – the boardroom will be open again for candidates who have been affected by the decline in the job market, as the network will pick up a new version of the popular original alternative series “The Apprentice” with Trump returning to preside.

Trump will give the opportunity of their careers to 14 new candidates ranging in age – all of whom have been hit hard by the current economic downturn. These will include talented and bright prospects who have lost their jobs with no hope in sight, people who are currently holding down jobs they don’t like just to make ends meet and recent college graduates who currently have few if any prospects.

The announcement was made today by Paul Telegdy, Executive Vice President, Alternative Programming, NBC and Universal Media Studios.

“‘The Apprentice’ is a proven brand, and we believe its return is more relevant than ever since it will provide new hope for many Americans struggling in this difficult job market,” said Telegdy. “Donald is going to be even more involved as he offers fantastic opportunities for the American worker, while the search for a quality job will resonate with contemporary viewers.”

“I am very excited to return to the original premise of ‘The Apprentice,’” said Trump. “We’ve got to do something about the economy and this is a terrific way to provide jobs as well as business lessons along the way. NBC, Mark Burnett and I hope this economic downturn can begin a turnaround, and we’ll do our best with ‘The Apprentice’ to see that it starts happening. I’m proud to be putting people back to work, and to positively changing the psychology of America.”

“‘The Celebrity Apprentice’ continues to be great TV while doing genuine good for charities. I am glad we are also bringing back the original ‘Apprentice’ and hope we can use America’s most compelling televised business contest to continue to do good,” said Mark Burnett. “Millions of Americans have lost their jobs, millions of Americans have accepted jobs they don’t like and millions of Americans are about to leave school looking for a job. This year’s ‘Apprentice’ will feature a cast selected from these three areas. And even though only one will win the prize, all other contestants will get Donald Trump’s personal advice to help them find their dream jobs.”

“The Apprentice” is ready to resume its celebrated search to find the best minds in America at a time when employment opportunities are scarce. People of all ages are encouraged to apply, from the newest college graduates to the more experienced over-40’s who have been hard hit by this economy. Whether you are recently laid-off, long-term unemployed, a graduate with a daunting job search ahead of you or simply someone who took a job that is just allowing you to survive this downturn, we encourage you to apply.

Prospective executives who feel they have the skills and drive to become “The Apprentice” can apply by either attending one of the program’s nation-wide open calls (dates and locations to be announced) or by emailing castingnbcapprentice@gmail.com. Applicants are encouraged to explain why they should be the next “Apprentice” and include information regarding how the recession has impacted their lives. Also required is a recent photo as well as name, location and occupation history.

The original version of “The Apprentice” premiered in January 2004 and became an instant hit and a subject of water-cooler conversation. Later, “The Celebrity Apprentice” debuted with celebrity contestants and proved to be another hit. The newest version of “The Celebrity Apprentice” premiered Sunday with an average 3.2 rating, 8 share in adults 18-49 and 8.3 million viewers overall, improving NBC’s non-sports season average in the time period by 45 percent in 18-49 and 32 percent in total viewers. From 10-11 p.m. ET, “The Celebrity Apprentice” was #1 among the major networks in every key demographic and won the hour by a 50 percent margin in adults 18-49.

The Biggest Loser is Casting Nationwide

NBC’s popular reality series “The Biggest Loser” is launching a 15-city cross-country search to find new contestants for the next edition of the hit show. Individuals and teams of two who have at least 100 lbs. to lose are encouraged to apply for the new season, which will air in the fall of 2010.

Casting producers are looking for outgoing and charismatic individuals and teams of two who have the personality, desire and competitive edge to vie for this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to lose weight, change their lives forever and compete for a grand prize of $250,000. Candidates must be at least 18 years of age and legal residents of the United States.

While they will try to see everyone, “The Biggest Loser” casting teams will do their best to see the first 500 people in line. People will not be allowed to line up prior to three hours before the start of the open call. Candidates should bring a non-returnable photo of themselves (and their partners if applying as a team).

SATURDAY, MARCH 6

CHICAGO
NBC TOWER
454 N. COLUMBUS DRIVE
CHICAGO, IL 60611
10 AM – 6 PM

TAMPA
HARD ROCK HOTEL AND CASINO
5223 N. ORIENT ROAD
TAMPA, FL 33610
10 AM – 6 PM

WASHINGTON, D.C.
WALTER E. WASHINGTON CONVENTION CENTER
801 MT. VERNON PLACE NW (LEVEL 3, ROOM 209)
WASHINGTON, DC 20001
10AM-6PM

SUNDAY, MARCH 7

BOSTON
SEAPORT WORLD TRADE CENTER
200 SEAPORT BLVD.
BOSTON, MA 02210
**THE SEAPORT HOTEL IS OFFERING A SPECIAL RATE AND FRONT OF THE LINE PASS TO THE FIRST 25 PEOPLE WHO BOOK A ROOM (ONE PASS PER ROOM)
10AM-6PM

SATURDAY, MARCH 13

DETROIT
GARDNER WHITE FURNITURE
45300 HAYES ROAD
MACOMB, MI 48044
10 AM – 6 PM

NASHVILLE
DAVE AND BUSTERS
540 OPRY MILLS DRIVE
NASHVILLE, TN 37214
10AM-6PM

NEW YORK CITY
NBC EXPERIENCE STORE
30 ROCKEFELLER PLAZA
NEW YORK CITY, NY 10112
10 AM – 6 PM

ALBUQUERQUE
SANDIA RESORT AND CASINO
30 RAINBOW ROAD NE
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87113
10 AM – 6 PM

SATURDAY, MARCH 20
OKLAHOMA CITY
COCA COLA EVENTS CENTER
425 E. CALIFORNIA
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK 73104
10 AM – 6 PM

SALT LAKE CITY
NBC STUDIOS
55 NORTH 300 WEST
SALT LAKE CITY, UT 84180
10 AM – 5 PM

DALLAS
METHODIST DALLAS MEDICAL CENTER – HITT AUDITORIUM
221 W. COLORADO (AT BISHOP AVENUE)
DALLAS, TX 75208
10 AM – 6 PM

NEW ORLEANS
RIVERWALK MARKETPLACE
1 POYDRAS ST. (2ND LEVEL)
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70130
10 AM – 6 PM

SATURDAY, MARCH 27

PHOENIX
SUPERSTITION SPRINGS CENTER
6555 E. SOUTHERN AVENUE
MESA, AZ 85206
10 AM – 6 PM

SUNDAY, MARCH 28

PORTLAND
OREGON CONVENTION CENTER
777 NE MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. BLVD. (ROOMS D139 & D140)
PORTLAND, OR 97232
10 AM – 6 PM

SATURDAY, APRIL 3

LOS ANGELES
CITADEL OUTLETS
100 CITADEL DRIVE
LOS ANGELES, CA 90040
9 AM – 2 PM

For those who are unable to attend a casting call, information on how to apply to the show and submit a videotape is available on www.nbc.com/casting and www.thebiggestlosercasting.com.

Jerry Seinfeld is looking for couples for “The Marriage Ref”

Couples across America are needed for “The Marriage Ref,” NBC’s upcoming funny and revealing comedy panel series from executive producer Jerry Seinfeld about the unpredictable institution commonly known as marriage. The producers are conducting a nationwide search to find high-spirited couples who are finally ready to open up and resolve their long-standing arguments – whatever they may be. The series will debut on Sunday, March 14 (8-9 p.m. ET).

Whether a couple is arguing about fashion, money, in-laws, weight, neatness, jealousy, past history, friends, sex or any offbeat topic in dispute, the series’ casting team wants to hear from them. Outgoing, charismatic and opinionated couples, which can include newlyweds, are encouraged to apply — especially those who have a beef with their partner that is in need of a “marriage ref” to ultimately decide for once and for all who is right and who is wrong. From bad wardrobe choices to unpleasant habits and everything in between — no problem is too small or quirky for “The Marriage Ref.”

To apply, interested married couples should e-mail the program’s casting team at marriagerefcasting@shedmediaus.com or call the hotline number at 877/304-4040. Applicants should include contact info, their city of residence, information about why they make the perfect couple for the show, and a brief explanation about their marital tiff. Additional details can be found by visiting NBC.com at http://www.nbc.com/casting/.

The iconic NBC sitcom “Seinfeld” was the title star’s exploration of the single life. In “The Marriage Ref,” Seinfeld’s new primetime venture, disputes between real-life couples are revealed, examined — and ultimately judged. For the first time, audiences will be able to look at these fights, analyze them and declare a winner.

These marital tiffs will run the gamut of disagreements — quirky, funny, relatable — all with the signature Seinfeld tone.

At the center of the action and making “the call,” is “the marriage ref” who will have the final say in determining the victor of each spat. Advising and influencing the Ref’s decision will be a rotating panel of “experts” comprised of top celebrities, comedians and sports stars who will weigh in and offer their own wit, wisdom and unique opinions.

Now Casting for Viewers to Cookalong Live with Chef Ramsay

Live One-Hour Special Airs Tuesday, December 15, on FOX

GORDON RAMSAY: COOKALONG LIVE is now casting for people who have a passion for cooking and are ready to prepare a three-course meal. For your chance to be one of the few selected to appear LIVE on the special and cook along with Gordon from your home, visit fox.com/casting.htm.

Chef Gordon Ramsay is also inviting viewers to stay home for the night, don their aprons, fire up their stovetops and join him for GORDON RAMSAY: COOKALONG LIVE, which airs Tuesday, Dec. 15 (9:00-10:00 PM ET live/PT tape-delayed) on FOX. During the live one-hour special, Chef Ramsay will guide America through step-by-step instructions on how to cook three mouth-watering courses for family and friends. Whether you love cooking, or never go near the kitchen, Chef Ramsay guarantees that you’ll be able to cook three delicious dishes in one hour if you just do what he says. The evening’s menu will feature an Angel Hair Pasta with Shrimp, Chili Peppers and Tomatoes appetizer; Steak Diane with Sauted Potatoes and Peas as the main course; and Quick Tiramisu for dessert.

Below, Chef Ramsay has provided the evening’s menu and a shopping list to assist in the preparation of this delicious meal:

MENU

* APPETIZER – Angel Hair Pasta with Shrimp, Chili Peppers and Tomatoes (Serves 4)

* MAIN COURSE – Steak Diane with Sauted Potatoes and Peas (Serves 4)

* DESSERT – Quick Tiramisu (Serves 4)

SHOPPING LIST

PRODUCE

* 1 red chili pepper

* 5 large garlic cloves, peeled

* 1 large tomato (heirloom or beefsteak)

* 1 lemon

* Small handful of fresh basil leaves

* 3 scallions

* 4 ounces crimini mushrooms, cleaned (can also use button mushrooms instead)

* 3 shallots, peeled

* Small handful of flat-leaf parsley

* 3 small sprigs of rosemary

* 1 pound small waxy potatoes (Yukon Gold, cut in half)

* 2 cups peas, defrosted if using frozen

MEAT/FISH

* 1/2 pound medium-size raw, peeled shrimps

* 4 small sirloin steaks (approx. 7 ounces each)

DAIRY

* 1 3/4 cups heavy cream

* 1 cup mascarpone

* 2 1/2 tablespoons salted butter

PASTA/BREAD

* 7 ounces angel hair pasta

* 4 Italian Ladyfingers, or Savoiardi

BAKING

* 1/4 cup powdered sugar

* 1 vanilla bean, or 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

* Piece of chocolate (to grate as garnish)

LIQUOR/COFFEE

* 4 tablespoons Marsala, or sweet dessert wine such as Vin Santo

* 1/4 cup brandy or cognac

* 1/4 cup white wine

* 1 cup cold strong coffee

CONDIMENTS

* Salt and freshly ground black pepper

* Olive oil

* Extra virgin olive oil

* 1-2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce, to taste

* 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

Bravo is Casting for Spinoff Series, “Top Chef: Just Desserts”

Today, Bravo announced the series pickup of its newest culinary competition series entitled “Top Chef: Just Desserts,” a spin-off of the Emmy and James Beard Award-winning “Top Chef.” The series will consist of pastry chefs competing against one another in a series of challenges. Open calls for chefs interested in competing in the high-stakes culinary competition series will be held in cities across the country starting on October 26. The announcement was made by Frances Berwick, Executive Vice President and General Manager, Bravo Media.

For additional casting information and to download an application, visit www.BravoTV.com/casting. “Top Chef: Just Desserts” casting calls are as follows:

CHICAGO
Monday, October 26, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Wells on Wells
www.wellsonwells.com

WASHINGTON D.C.
Wednesday, November 4, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Occidental Grill & Seafood at Willard InterContinental Hotel
www.occidentaldc.com

BOSTON
Wednesday, November 4, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
The Westin Boston Waterfront

http://www.westinbostonwaterfront.com/

ATLANTA
Sunday, November 8, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Craft Restaurant

http://www.craftrestaurant.com/craft_atlanta_style.html

NEW YORK
Sunday, November 8, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
CraftSteak
www.craftrestaurant.com/craftsteak_newyork.html

DALLAS
Wednesday, November 11, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Abacus
www.kentrathbun.com

LAS VEGAS
Wednesday, November 11, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Craftsteak

http://www.craftrestaurant.com/craftsteak_lasvegas.html

LOS ANGELES
Sunday, November 15, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Craft Restaurant
www.craftrestaurant.com/craft_losangeles_style.html

PORTLAND
Sunday, November 15, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
The Benson Hotel

http://www.bensonhotel.com

Your email:

 

Real World 24 Now Casting

This is a true story of seven…er, eight…maybe nine strangers…Forget it; I’m going to skip the formalities and just get right down to business. The Granddaddy of Reality Shows is casting for its 24th season. If you’re between 18 and 24 drop by one of the open casting calls and let the producers see that you’re that special roommate they’ve been missing all these years.

Tuesday Oct. 20th 11AM-5PM
Grand Central Restaurant and Bowling Lounge
839 SE Morrison St.
Portland, OR 97214

Tuesday Oct. 20th 11AM-6PM
Momo Lounge
2708 J Street
Sacramento, CA 95816

Tuesday Oct. 20th 11AM-6PM
Hooters
3265 SW 34th St.
Gainesville, FL 32608

Tuesday Oct. 20th 11AM-6PM
Bistro Sports Bar and Grill
4735 Washtenaw Ave
Ann Arbor, MI 48108

Saturday Oct. 24th 10AM-5PM
Capital Ale House
623 East Main St.
Richmond, VA 23219

Saturday Oct. 24th 10AM-4PM
Le Chardonnay
2094 Madison Ave #2
Memphis, TN 38104

Saturday Oct. 24th 10AM-5PM
Grub’s Bar and Grille
220 N. West Ave.
Fayetteville, AR 72701

SATURDAY OCT.24th 10AM-5PM
The Town Tavern — South Side
2009 Carson St. at 20th
Pittsburgh, PA 15203

Thursday Oct. 29th 11AM-6PM
Tin Roof
303 S. Limestone
Lexington, KY 40508

SATURDAY NOV.7th 10AM-5PM
Town Tavern — Adams Morgan
2323 18th St. NW
Washington, DC 20009

If you’re unable to make it to one of the open calls then you can always take the old school approach and send in a casting tape.

REAL WORLD IS ALSO ACCEPTING CASTING TAPES:
Send your 5 minute casting tape to:
Bunim-Murray Productions
6007 Sepulveda Blvd. Van Nuys, CA 91411
Attn: Real World Casting

Now Casting – The Ultimate Body

Television production company Lyons Entertainment, Executive Producer David Lyons (Hog Heaven, CREEPERS) and Producer Lauren Alvarez (Meet My Folks, The Surreal Life, The Osbournes) announce an open casting call event to find contestants for their new reality competition television series, The Ultimate Body. This new competition reality television series will push the boundaries of physical fitness and discipline in order to crown two winners “The Ultimate Body” with a cash prize of $50,000. Read more

Open Calls Nationwide for Top Chef

Today, Bravo announced that the Emmy and James Beard Award-winning “Top Chef,” the No. 1 rated food show on cable, will be returning for a seventh season. Open calls for chefs interested in competing in the high-stakes culinary competition series will be held in cities across the country starting on October 18. Earlier today, Bravo announced the newest addition to the network’s successful series in the food genre, “Chef Academy,” premiering Monday, November 16 at 11 p.m. ET/PT. The announcements were made by Frances Berwick, Executive Vice President and General Manager, Bravo Media.

For additional casting information and to download an application, visit www.BravoTV.com/casting. “Top Chef” season seven casting calls are as follows:

SAN FRANCISCO
Sunday, October 18, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
The Parlor
www.theparlorsf.com

MIAMI
Sunday, October 25, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Club 50 at Viceroy Miami
www.viceroymiami.com

CHICAGO
Monday, October 26, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Wells on Wells
www.wellsonwells.com

WASHINGTON D.C.
Wednesday, November 4, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Occidental Grill & Seafood at Willard InterContinental Hotel
www.occidentaldc.com

NEW YORK
Sunday, November 8, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
CraftSteak
www.craftrestaurant.com/craftsteak_newyork.html

DALLAS
Wednesday, November 11, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Abacus
www.kentrathbun.com

LOS ANGELES
Sunday, November 15, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Craft Restaurant
www.craftrestaurant.com/craft_losangeles_style.html

New Camping Reality Show Casting

From the producers who brought you Top Chef and Project Runway….

CASTING GROUP OF FRIENDS FOR OUTDOOR ADVENTURE REALITY SERIES

(MUST live in Los Angeles, 21 and up)

Have a group of friends you love doing things with, but it¹s always at the
salon, the spa, hitting the bars? Never gone camping, need a break, and
³getting back to nature² maybe would be a kick?

Casting a group of friends (3-6 people total) for a new reality series; we
want non-outdoorsy types who, for just a week¹s outing, will trade in their
Armani for some Birkenstocks.

The group will be taken on weeklong outdoor trip; a guide will provide tips.

Please send us your name, age, telephone number, and recent photo(s) of each
of you; tell us about your friends and why you and they would be good for
the show.

EMAIL TO: samantha.bryant@magicalelves.com
OR CALL: 213-630-6530 ext 243

Bravo Now Casting “The Untitled Art Project”

Bravo’s latest stroke on the reality canvas brings Golden Globe and Emmy Award winner Sarah Jessica Parker and her production company, Pretty Matches, together with the Emmy-nominated Magical Elves (“Top Chef,” “Project Runway”) and Eli Holzman, to produce an hour long creative competition series among contemporary artists. The Untitled Art Project will bring together thirteen aspiring artists to compete for a gallery show, a cash prize and a sponsored national tour. Open calls for artists interested in competing in this highly anticipated new competition series will be held in cities across the country starting in July.

Casting Calls for The Untitled Art Project are as follows:

LOS ANGELES
Saturday, July 11 & Sunday, July 12, 10 AM – 2 PM
LA>
www.laxart.org

MIAMI
Tuesday, July 14, 10 AM – 2 PM
Fredric Snitzer Gallery
www.Snitzer.com

CHICAGO
Thursday, July 16, 10 AM – 2 PM
School of the Art Institute of Chicago
Sullivan Galleries, 33 State Street
www.saic.edu

NEW YORK
Saturday, July 18 & Sunday, July 19, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
White Columns
www.whitecolumns.org

For additional information, go to www.BravoTV.com/casting.

In each episode of the series, contestants will create unique pieces highlighting art’s role in everyday life, while they compete and create in a range of disciplines including sculpture, painting, photography and industrial design (to name a few). In working beyond their preferred mediums, artists will have to adapt quickly in order to succeed. Completed works of art will be appraised by a panel of top art world figures including fellow artists, gallerists, collectors, curators and critics. The finalists’ work will be showcased in a nation-wide museum tour.

The Untitled Art Project is produced by Pretty Matches and Magical Elves for Bravo. Dan Cutforth, Jane Lipsitz, Sarah Jessica Parker, Alison Benson and Eli Holzman serve as executive producers.

Bravo is a program service of NBC Universal Cable Entertainment, a division of NBC Universal, one of the world’s leading media and entertainment companies in the development, production, and marketing of entertainment, news, and information to a global audience. Bravo has been an NBC Universal cable network since December 2002 and was the first television service dedicated to film and the performing arts when it launched in December 1980. For more information, visit www.BravoTV.com.

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