"Streaming
video has become a big part of how today's multi-tasking generation of kids is
experiencing entertainment. Several of our properties like Mr. Meaty and
Avatar have developed a huge following online, so introducing an original
series to air exclusively on TurboNick is the natural next step in super-serving
our audience," said Nickelodeon Networks EVP Original Programming and Development
Marjorie Cohn.
"We're
especially excited to be launching this series in collaboration with top talent
like Nick Cannon and Quincy Jones, who know how to connect with our audience on
any platform" added Cohn.
Developed to give a select group of kids the opportunity to showcase their talents,
Nick Cannon's Star Camp produces The Giggle Club, an eight-member all-star
super group. After the cameras stop following the group as they learn the fundamental
tools needed to make it in the music industry, plans for them include recording
an album and performing in a live stage show tour.
To
help get them there, Nick Cannon and Quincy Jones call on a team of producer and
director Debbie Allen and choreographer to the stars, Fatima Robinson. The group
is put through a 'megastar boot camp' with state of the art equipment and resources
to hone in on their performance skills, states an official press release.
"There is so
much untapped talent out there, particularly among young kids today. We wanted
to find this talent and give kids the training necessary to mold them into the
budding stars that they can be," said Cannon.
"I can't think of a better network to be working with than Nickelodeon and
a better way to reach today's multi-platform kid audience than by airing this
series on TurboNick" he added.
The
Giggle Club features eight members, ranging in age from 13 to 19. They are Cashae
Davis (Young Daisy), Antonio Anderson (M-One), Tehabreana Mc Nair (Bre-Roca),
Malik Mc Nair (Mac Flossy), Jessica Salinaz (Jessi J), William May (Big Will),
Amanda Moseley (Mandy Rain) and Jesse Brown (Casper).
TurboNick will complement the Nick Cannon's Star Camp streaming experience
with background on the show and The Giggle Club members, as well as a message
board where kids can discuss their thoughts on the new mega-stars. Printed interviews
with The Giggle Club members will also appear on the site.
Nick
Canon first appeared on Nickelodeon's sketch comedy series All That, after
which he went on to star in and executive produce his own comedy series on the
channel, The Nick Cannon Show.