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They're So New York New York City is the capital of the world, and "That's So New York" host, Kela Walker, captures the unique events happening around town while highlighting the City’s distinct character. Now NYC TV wants to give YOU the chance to showcase the Big Apple and all of its flavor. Each week, Kela will hand over the mic to a new talent, giving them their chance to shine - turning “That’s So New York” into “They’re So New York.” If you think you have what it takes to be a host in the greatest city in the world, send an email to: casting@tv.nyc.gov
Tune into NYC TV channel 25 on Tuesdays at 8:00 pm, to see who is so New York. |
JULY 8 – JULY 14 |
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Tracy Lynne Pendergast, a native of Southern California had big dreams at a young age. This love of theatre only grew as she got older, winning her awards in competitions such as America’s Junior Miss, The Fullerton Drama Festival and SCETA. Tracy moved to New York at 17-years-old to pursue her dreams of performing. She attended the American Musical and Dramatic Academy on a talent scholarship with a focus in Musical Theater. Since graduation Tracy has branched out into many different areas of the entertainment industry. She has developed her own style musically and is an accomplished singer and songwriter. Her first single "With You" will be released on itunes July 17th. She has performed in Musical Theater regionally and internationally, worked on feature films and in television, and has modeled for many clients, including Parade Magazine and FHM. She is a regular on Maxim Radio and was currently named as Miss Howard TV May by Howard Stern. Tracy is thrilled to work with NYC TV and hopes to continue hosting. To read more about Tracy you can go to www.myspace.com/tracylynnemusic. Check out what other New Yorker's thought about this featured host |
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JULY 15 – JULY 21 |
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Giselle Rodriguez was born during a blizzard in New Jersey during the early 80's. She has been acting since she booked her very first audition at the age of 7. She nurtured her craft growing up around the L.A.B. (Latino's Acting Base) LAByrinth's original name. It was during these formative years where she frequently hung out backstage of practically every Off-Broadway NYC theatre house eventually discovering her inner writer. Giselle is also a series regular with comedic credits that include MTV's Boiling Points and Room 28, the first Latino based sketch comedy group featured throughout the Internet. Film work includes leading and co-star roles in numerous short and feature films currently circuiting the film festival market. Last, but definitely not least, she can currently be seen, and heard on American and Spanish market radio spots and television commercials. When she's not performing, Giselle finds her peace of mind through writing. She's is currently working on her second short film and manuscript. Check out what other New Yorker's thought about this featured host |
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JULY 22 – JULY 28 |
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Jennifer O’Callaghan was born in Donegal, Ireland and moved to Western Canada at the age of 7. Jennifer’s broadcast career aspirations really took off when she won 1st place three years in a row at her elementary school’s public speaking contest. After high school, she attended the Radio and Television Arts program at the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology. Jennifer got her first start with an internship at a small radio station called CKUA, where she voiced and produced arts and culture shows. She went on to work as a reporter with different TV stations including Shaw TV, Concert.tv, Uppereast.com and the 2008 Tony Awards for My Broadway.com. She has interviewed names like Howard Stern, Meryl Streep and Harry Connick Jr. In her spare time, Jennifer loves singing and attending Broadway shows. Her favorite musicals are Miss Saigon, Evita, and Rent. She has even auditioned for Rent three times. She has also appeared on The View, Inside Edition and CNN Espanol as a Penelope Cruz look-alike for Oscar fashion week, though her friends think she looks nothing like Penelope. She frequently appears as a summer wear model for Women's Health Magazine on NBC’s Today Show. |
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JULY 29 – Aug 4 |
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Anthony Marks graduated with Honors from NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts with a BFA in Film and Television, and has played a pivotal role in the success of several TV and film productions both in front of and behind the camera. His most recent acting credits include the very first live action portrayal of the beloved character Odd Thomas in “Odd Passenger,” the gripping web series and the national commercial promoting Odd Hours, the latest book from master of suspense and New York Times bestselling author Dean Koontz. www.oddthomas.tv. In addition, Anthony has co-starred alongside Bill Moseley (The Devil’s Rejects) and Danielle Harris (Halloween) in the anxiously awaited upcoming indie slasher film titled Blood Night: The Legend of Mary Hatchet. www.myspace.com/bloodnightmovie. He was also the co-producer and assistant director of Officer Down, a film that screened in Cannes this year and the winner of Spike Lee’s international online film festival, Babelgum. Anthony Marks’ career shall prove to be exciting to watch as he displays remarkable talent and versatility. |
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Aug 5 – Aug 11 |
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Maureen Aladin is a singer/songwriter and actress. Behind the scenes, she’s taking center stage as a writer, director and most recently producer of her own online indie music sessions show, the MSPOT. The MSPOT creates a venue for independent artists to showcase their talents online and live in concert while offering those interested in advancing their careers in the entertainment field industry advice from the industry’s experts. |
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Aug 12 – Aug 18 |
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Lori McNally is very pleased to have worked with NYC TV. You may have seen her on T.V. before as the featured rocker girlfriend for OK Cable shot with the punk band Early Edison. You can also see her in the film Quarter Life Crisis starring Maulik Pancholy from Weeds and 30 Rock. Some NY theatre credits include: La Tempestad and the Chuck Mee premiere of Mail Order Bride with Resonance Ensemble Studio Theatre and A la FedEx with the Dare Project at the Wings Theatre. Regional credits include: Saratoga Shakespeare, Southwest Shakespeare Co., Actors Theatre of Louisville, Interact Theatre Co., The Dorset Theatre Festival, Pushcart Players and The What Exit? Theatre Co. |
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Aug 19 – Aug 25 |
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Anna Koonin was born and raised in Pasadena, CA but knew from the age of three that all she ever wanted was to live in New York City. She moved here in 2002 to go to NYU and hasn't left since. She is a huge "foodie" and will take every opportunity to try out a new restaurant in the city. She has joined the troops of "bartender/actors" and loves every minute of it. Although she is a devoted downtown girl, she is now attempting to broaden her horizons and occasionally venture above 14th Street. |
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Aug 26 – Sept 1 |
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Shamikah C. Martinez is a writer and performer living in Brooklyn, New York. She works with Atlantic Records, where she helps to write and produce original content for multiple platforms. Shamikah studies improvisation and sketch comedy at the Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre and has performed in various sketch shows and comedy videos. She is currently in the writing process for a sketch show to be performed with her troupe, "Candy Slice", this fall. A native of York County, Virginia, Shamikah came to New York after graduating from George Mason University with a B.A. in Communication (Film and Media). While at GMU Shamikah worked for the university television station and co-hosted and produced "Local Lix Live," a music show partnered with local rock station, DC101. Shamikah also loves bikram yoga, pho soup, laughing so hard that the sound goes away, and her Mom, Janet. |
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Sept 2 – Sept 8 |
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Desi Sanchez is a multi-faceted, NYC-born and bred, true creative, with credits in broadcasting, film, print, and more. You can see Desi weekly in over 100 cities hosting the nationally syndicated TV program, LatiNation, representing a new generation of U.S. Latinos. She has also VJ'ed with MTV; hosted national network specials such as American Latino Dreams; presented and corresponded for online concerns including TMZ.com; and can frequently be seen hosting live community events as well. Her acting credits include the award-winning indie drama JailCity, and Off-Broadway play What Life May Bring. Check out what other New Yorker's thought about this featured host |
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Sept 9 – Sept 15 |
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Lauren Atkins is an accomplished actress and host. Ever since she was a child she has adored the stage and being in front of the camera. The South African beauty hails from Cape Town but made toronto her home where she modeled, danced and took part in several school plays. After studying film and television production at the Trebas Institute in Toronto, Atkins moved to Havana Cuba to attend the famous Superior Institute of the Arts. It was there that she worked with a vocal coach, studied spanish and various types of dance. Upon returning, she worked as a production assistant at a local TV station and studied with renowned acting coach Richard Mckenna. The travel 'bug' hit her hard though, and she began wondering...could it be time to kiss Canada goodbye? Check out what other New Yorker's thought about this featured host |
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Sept 16 – Sept 22 |
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Dennis Pressey was born and raised in Brooklyn New York. He is a graduate of the New York High School of Performing Arts, drama department. He also studied with Martin Barter of the Neighborhood playhouse. His training also includes a two year internship on Broadway with the National Actors Theatre, under the direction of the late Tony Randall. Dennis has appeared in the feature Film "Down to Earth" produced by Chris Rock. His acting has been seen at the Trbeca Film Festival in "The Lucky One's" and in "Mentor". In "Mentor" Dennis played Dr. Kyle Hanson opposite Rutger Hauer. In "Fronterz" Dennis was a lead actor playing Ron Lewis opposite Ted Danson, Blair Underwood, and Henry Winkler. Dennis has also guest starred, and co-starred on several episodes of NBC'S Law & Order, Criminal Intent, and Special Victims Unit. Dennis' voice has also been heard in several voice overs and promos. Most notably the animated film "Everyone's Hero", promos for Showtime’s "Soul Food," the Britney Spears Concert, and the Showtime network itself. Dennis also did the promos for the Logo networks "Noah's Arc". In addition to acting professionally Dennis also teaches conflict resolution through the use of creative Theatre to "At Risk" New York City middle and High School students. He has been doing this work for 15 years. Check out what other New Yorker's thought about this featured host |
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Sept 16 – Sept 22 |
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Brian Vines is a Chicagoan by birth and a New Yorker by choice. After completing the Masters Program in Broadcast Journalism at Boston University’s College of Communication he fetched coffee for some of the most respected journalists and news figures in the world during his tenure at both CNN and FOX NEWS. Brian steadily rose through the ranks to become a full-fledged, coffee fetching, news producer. After a stint in New York City political communications Brian fell in love with his own reflection and became a reporter at Brooklyn Review “Brooklyn’s Only News Magazine”. When not big-upin NYC, Brian can be spotted walking his dog, cheering for Gotham Girls Roller Derby (“GO Bombshells”), and answering questions about his hair. Check out what other New Yorker's thought about this featured host |
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