Last updated: Wednesday, February 8, 2006
OPERACION TRIUNFO IMPORTED TO US
Spanish TV sensation, OPERACION TRIUNFO, is set to hit US shores.
The reality show, a combination of AMERICAN IDOL and BIG BROTHER, has been a huge hit in Spain since launching in 2001, and has spawned successful spin-offs in the UK (FAME ACADEMY), France (STAR ACADEMY) and several other countries.
Fame Academy performing live at the Point in Dublin, Ierland
Star Academy
The show will follow the training of aspiring pop stars, living and studying in a fully-working school of music that also doubles as the contestants' home.
The as-yet-untitled US version will be shown on ABC TV and will highlight the struggles of aspiring stars as they try to transform themselves from amateur performers to superstars.
Performances will still be a key component of the show, but behind-the-scenes dramas will also feature prominently.
The show is expected to take place over 10 weeks with 12 contestants competing for prize money and a recording contract.
E-mail this to a friend
Printable version
Post a commentPOST A COMMENT
ENTERTAINMENT NEWS:
CREAM PLAN FURTHER REUNION DATES
Rock trio CREAM are set to reform again for a handful of city concerts, according to bassist and singer JACK BRUCE.
MORE NEWS:
. GRAMMY BOSSES PAY TRIBUTE TO NEW ORLEANS
. NERVOUS MCADAMS BACKED OUT OF NAKED VANITY FAIR SHOOT
. CONCERT GOLDMINE UNEARTHED FOR INTERNET SHOWCASE
. LOPEZ AND ANTHONY EXPECTING BABY GIRL?
. ADAMS SET TO ENTER CANADIAN MUSIC HALL OF FAME
. RACHEL MCADAMS VIDEOS
. KIRSTIE ALLEY HAS A FOUL MOUTH
. HILL BUYS MCGRAW LOVE JEEP
. MOSS HELPS FARRELL WITH REHAB
. SHATNER DEATH RIDDLE TO BE EXPOSED BY HOMICIDE INVESTIGATOR
