New reality show people. If you make it, I expect you to e-mail your favorite A&E reporter.
Here are the details:
The Producers of Norway’s version of “American Idol” and “Dancing With The
Stars” are coming to the U.S. to find fun, outgoing Americans with Norwegian
ancestry to participate in their exciting new reality television series “The
Great Norway Adventure.”O’Connor Casting Company is conducting a nationwide search for fun and
adventurous Americans with Norwegian ancestry (even a little bit counts) who
are interested in auditioning. Chosen participants will compete in extreme
cultural challenges to discover their rich and fascinating roots while
trying to win a prize worth over $50,000.00. “Do you have a grandmother from
Norway? Or perhaps your great, great, great grandfather was the first
generation Norwegian-American in your family? Do you have mixed
nationalities or ethnicities, but still have some Norwegian roots? No matter
how much or little Norwegian blood you have, this could be a fantastic
adventure for you,” says David O’Connor, Casting Director, O’Connor Casting
Company.Did you know the USA has more than 4.5 million Norwegian-Americans? In tough
times receiving a daily stipend of $100, discovering a new land and
culture, and a having a chance to win a great deal of money makes this an
extraordinary opportunity.“This is an exciting and unique TV show to cast,” adds O’Connor. “The idea that an international television market wants to showcase American citizens as they explore an extremely foreign setting is so unusual we jumped at the opportunity to work on this project. Since America has such a strong impact on the world through it’s politics, financial institutions, television, film, fashion and culture it will be interesting to turn the tables and bring people back to their Norwegian roots to watch how Norway impacts Americans.”
This series will be shot and broadcast in Norway and potentially other
countries as well. This is an incredible “once in a lifetime” opportunity
for someone to discover their ancestry and experience their rich and
fascinating Norwegian cultural heritage.Produced by Monster Entertainment, who produces the Norwegian version of
“American Idol.”
“It’s sort of like ‘The Amazing Race’ with a ‘fish out of water’ hook,” says
producer Ingvild Daae.
