Sunset Blvd. and Vine St. billboard advertising Happily Divorced.
That's right, Fran's back! Be sure to tune into TVLand tonight, Wednesday, June 15th 10:30|9:30c for the premiere of Fran Drescher's new sitcom, Happily Divorced! The show has a great cast starring: John Michael Higgins, Rita Moreno, Tichina Arnold, Robert Walden, Valente Rodriguez and D.W. Moffett. It is based off of her life with her real ex-husband and co-creator, Peter Marc Jacobson.
I am and have been a director-in-training under the very talented director, Lee Shallat Chemel. By shadowing Lee, I have had the ability to learn an immense amount about single camera and multi-camera formats. I’ve been able to experience many different facets of the multi-camera format, which includes: rehearsals, blocking, studio notes, casting, camera blocking, color timing, post-production and of course, the live audience show.
I not only had the privilege of being behind the camera during the production of the pilot, but also in front of the camera. If you look closely during the concert scene you will see me as a background actor sitting three seats away from Fran! Live multi-camera shows are very exciting, the energy level is through the roof and the actors respond to the laughter of the audience. So the laughter you are hearing on television was recorded during the actual taping of the show!
I am and have been a director-in-training under the very talented director, Lee Shallat Chemel. By shadowing Lee, I have had the ability to learn an immense amount about single camera and multi-camera formats. I’ve been able to experience many different facets of the multi-camera format, which includes: rehearsals, blocking, studio notes, casting, camera blocking, color timing, post-production and of course, the live audience show.
I not only had the privilege of being behind the camera during the production of the pilot, but also in front of the camera. If you look closely during the concert scene you will see me as a background actor sitting three seats away from Fran! Live multi-camera shows are very exciting, the energy level is through the roof and the actors respond to the laughter of the audience. So the laughter you are hearing on television was recorded during the actual taping of the show!
Fran Drescher, Melissa and Director, Lee Shallat Chemel on set during the pilot.
(picture taken by G. Lurssen)
I feel so fortunate to be given the opportunity to shadow Lee from show to show and learn from a real pro. What I’m learning and what I’m able to be a part of is truly a one of a kind education and an opportunity of a lifetime. This is another one of those surreal moments where I feel like things have come full circle as I remember watching The Nanny back in the 90’s and recall seeing her name as the credited director. Lee also did the pilot episode of The Nanny along with 28 more episodes during its six season run.
Check back for more updates and don't forget to tune in tonight!
2 comments:
I love Fran Drescher! She is amazing and funny like crazy. I love her new show "Happily Divorced". My co-workers at DISH and I were really excited that she came out with a new show. I'm happy to have the Sling adapter and am able to watch TV everywhere. Check it out. http://bit.ly/mMi9hU
Glad you're enjoying the show! Don't forget to tune in for the season finale this Wednesday on TV Land!
M.
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