Anita Smith
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New Canadian produced comedic web series "Rise 'N Shine OG"’ premieres online October 30, 2009 at 10AM PT
The webisodes can be watched on the show’s official website: www.risenshineog.com
VANCOUVER, BC – October, 2009---Upcoming Canadian produced comedic web series, ‘Rise ‘n Shine Og’, premieres next week, on October 30th, 2009 at 10:00 AM PT. Audiences can view the brand-new webisodes at the series’ official website: www.risenshineog.com . ‘Rise ‘n Shine Og’ chronicles the life of leading lady, Og, a loveable but crude 20 something slacker Brit living in Canada. Each webisode begins with Og rising out of bed to meet the day. As is the case with all of us, some of Og’s days start out on the right foot and some (most) do not, but regardless of how it begins she always manages to give the day an interesting spin…or does the day manage to give her a spin? To view the trailer for ‘Rise ‘n Shine Og’, please visit: www.risenshineog.com
This unique, comical web series, about a feisty, relatable and adorable young woman trying to make her way through the world one miserable morning at a time, is an entertainment gem that you don’t want to miss!
The show’s hilarious first season consists of 5 webisodes, which start airing on the show’s website (www.risenshineog.com), when the website officially launches on October 30th, 2009 at 10AM. The season will continue with a new webisode being posted every two weeks, and one in the New Year. Specific airtimes are October 30th, November 13th, November 27th, December 11th and January 8th at 10AM PT.
All of the side-splitting webisodes of ‘Rise ‘n Shine Og’ are loosely based on the unfortunate real-life experiences of creator Anita Smith and her family. Anita not only created the show, but also acts as writer, executive producer, and title character Og, in the distinctly original series. Anita is a driven and talented actor, whose intense passion for her art shines through each and every performance. The actor, writer, producer and entrepreneur was born in Saskatchewan, where she grew up, and graduated from the Theatre Performance program at the University of Regina. Anita eventually made her way west to Vancouver, to further her acting career. Anita has considerable experience under the stage lights, but she is also no stranger to working in front of the camera. Anita has appeared on the small screen in episodes of ‘Corner Gas’ and ‘Rabbit Fall’, as well as the made for television movie ‘How I Married My High School Crush’. You can also see Anita in the recently released Jennifer and David Lynch film ‘Surveillance’, starring Bill Pullman, which was an official Cannes Film Festival selection.
Robin Nielsen stars opposite Anita in ‘Rise ‘n Shine Og’, as Og’s boyfriend, Jess. Robin, like his great-uncle, Leslie Nielsen, is a natural talent, with a knack for comedic timing. He has been working on stage and in film and television for over a decade. His extensive film credits include: ‘King of Fighters’, ‘Stan Helsing’, ‘Riding the Bullet’, ‘Mr. Magoo’, and ‘Helen’. His television credits include roles on ‘Reaper’, ‘The L Word’, ‘Psych’, ‘Robson Arms’ and ‘The Dead Zone’.
‘Rise ‘n Shine Og’ was a labour of love for everyone involved in the project. The series was filmed on a very small budget, with the cast and crew donating their time to ensure this funny and innovative project made it to completion, so audiences can enjoy Og’s adventures.
Creator, writer, executive producer and star of ‘Rise ‘n Shine Og’, Anita Smith is available for interviews and photographs upon request.
For more information, media inquiries, or to set up interviews with Anita Smith, please contact:
Lesley Diana lesley@thepromotionpeople.ca p. 604-263-5888
Jasmyn Pozzo jasmyn@thepromotionpeople.ca p. 778-997-4529
For more information on, ‘Rise ‘n Shine Og’, please visit: www.risenshineog.com.
For more information on Anita Smith, please visit:
http://www.imdb.com/name/nm1787547/
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wo9qZ6BV8IQ