Monday, January 30, 2012

Local semi-finalist in contest


A Marshall woman did not ultimately win a nationwide contest for a social online television program.

Rebecca Morris was one of 18 semi-finalists for the Ultimate Online Audition Contest for a show called “Beckinfield,” created by Theatrics.

Michael Town of Venice, Calif., won the contest, judged by Jonathan Frakes of “Star Trek: Next Generation” fame. The contest winner was announced Friday (Jan. 27).

Theatrics’ Mass Participation TV series “Beckinfield” is the only social TV experience where anyone can create a character and play a part in a professional plot driven show. “Beckinfield” is an online science-fiction mystery set in a fictional small town. Subscribers create and play a character by submitting video blogs relating to the ongoing story.

"MPTV is the new wave of online television. It combines the best of innovative technology, online talent and social media collaboration," said co-founder Biff Van Cleve. 

To enter, contestants had to create a character and then audition for a role in the in-world play.

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