Category: bbc.co.uk
Date: 26.01.2006
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Comedy is about to be taken seriously at bbc.co.uk, by virtue of a new site, Comedy Soup, that supports up-and-coming talent and showcases it to members of the public - including 91Èȱ¬ comedy producers.
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Based on the same principles as the hugely successful Film Network, Comedy Soup (bbc.co.uk/comedysoup) provides a virtual stage for both comedy amateurs and aficionados.
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It offers them a virtual stage on which to learn their art and perform their material, including tips from Comedy Soup's expert guides and 91Èȱ¬ video, audio and images to help them create and perfect their work.
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Users create a profile on the site, to which they can they link material, effectively creating an online portfolio for talent-spotters.
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At the same time, comedy-lovers and professionals alike can use the site to get their comedy-fix, express their views by rating a piece of work, share a comment and leave messages for other users - or simply surf the site in a bid to find the next rising star.
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Comedy Soup site editor, Vicky Dolan, says: "Like Film Network, Comedy Soup creates an on online community of comedic talent aimed at anyone who wants to make people laugh, or wants to get into the business.
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"In addition to the simple entertainment value, the site offers advice and tips for those who want to get into comedy and 91Èȱ¬ material that people can make use of.
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"It's also a great resource for professionals who will be invited to surf the site to look for the comedy producers and actors of the future."
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Comedy Soup launches mid-March, but will be partnering with one of the 91Èȱ¬'s channels later in the year to kick start a new talent search.
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Notes to Editors
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The Comedy Soup site build is by E3 and the editorial content is Wildfire.
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JH
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