Media Advisory - Countdown to Shaw Rocket Prize 2013

Media Advisory - Countdown to Shaw Rocket Prize 2013

National Kids Jury will choose from nine finalists;

Three $25,000 winners to be unveiled at Ottawa Gala November 20


OTTAWA, Nov. 19, 2013 /CNW/ - Excitement is building as a new and
improved Shaw Rocket Prize has been unveiled! This year, the prize has
been split into three prizes of $25,000 for three separate categories:
preschool, children (6-12) and youth/family. Finalists were selected
by a kids jury.



Cast and crew, industry representatives, members of the Ottawa and
political community and media will be once again attending the ceremony
at the Fairmont Château Laurier Hotel to find out who will win.



Attendance at the Ottawa event is once again encouraged and, for those
covering, interview requests are being accepted for advance coverage as
well as following the announcement of the winners.



The evening will be hosted by Susan Hay and Tom Clark and prizes will be
awarded by the Honourable Shelly Glover, Minister of Canadian Heritage
and Official Languages.






Date: November 20, 2013



Time: 6:00 P.M.-9:00 P.M. (gala reception at 6 P.M.; awards at 7 P.M.)



Where: Château Laurier, Adam Room
1 Rideau St.
Ottawa, ON




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THE FINALISTS

PRESCHOOL

Bookaboo
Production Company: Cité Amérique


« Bookaboo! Bookaboo! Bookaboo! » Bookaboo is a world famous drumming
rock puppy who tours across Canada with his band on the bookabus,
playing to packed stadiums of adoring fans. However, there's just one
hitch for our rock puppy superstar... "Without a story a day, I just
can't play!"


Daniel Tiger's Neighbourhood
Production Company: 9 Story Entertainment


Daniel Tiger's Neighbourhood is an animated preschool series featuring
Daniel, a shy but brave 4 year old tiger, who lives in the beloved
Neighbourhood of Make Believe. With the help of his neighbours, family,
and friends - O the Owl, Prince Wednesday and Katerina Kitty - Daniel
has fun and learns key skills necessary for school and for life.


Roll Play
Production Company: Sinking Ship Entertainment


Roll Play mixes puppet-based adventures with live action exercise for a
fun mix of story-telling and physical fitness. In front of a black
background, colourful puppets act out children's stories by renowned
Canadian artists. Sharing the screen with the puppets are kids who
match the puppets' actions. Children at home can jump, stomp, shimmy,
roll and play along with their peers on-screen. Kids love stories,
pretending and getting physical, so they not only watch, but also
participate.


CHILDREN 6 - 12

Almost Naked Animals (Season 3)
Production Company: 9 Story Entertainment


Based on the quirky designs of Noah Z. Jones, Almost Naked Animals
features an ensemble cast of underwear-clad animals, set in a
beachfront hotel named The Banana Cabana. Led by Howie, The Banana
Cabana is home to mayhem, destruction and general debauchery...mostly at
the hands of Howie! But he can't take all the credit. Surrounding Howie
are his best friends and fellow employees including Nervous Octo at the
front desk, excitable event coordinator Bunny and handy animal Duck.


Rocket Monkeys
Production Company: Breakthrough Entertainment


When facing rogue black holes, vengeful aliens, criminal masterminds,
and rifts in the evil dimension, the universe turns to its bravest and
brightest to save the day. When those guys are busy, the universe is
stuck with the Rocket Monkeys. Carrying out a wide range of important
missions, brothers Gus and Wally tend to cause more intergalactic
calamity than they actually prevent. Luckily, they have plenty of help
from YAY-OK, their dashing and devoted (if slightly outdated) robot.


The Next Step
Production Company: Temple Street Productions


As the A-Troupe dancers prepare for the regional dance competition,
relationships and loyalties are put to the test at the Next Step
studio. The Next Step Dance Studio is holding auditions for the ten
dancers in A-Troupe that could take the studio to Regionals this year.
With the arrival of an amazing new dancer, no performer's spot is
guaranteed.


YOUTH/FAMILY

Animism: The Gods' Lake
Production Company: Zeros 2 Heroes Media


Animism chronicles the adventures of Mel Ravensfall, a 17 year old
environmental activist who discovers that her efforts to save the Gods'
Lake are just the smallest skirmish in a much wilder war between the
supernatural forces of the Mother, the Trickster and the Wetiko.
Animism is told as a true transmedia story: the televised series is
peppered with clues that lead the audience to an alternate reality
game, fan fiction collection, downloadable game and augmented reality
graphic novel.


Blackbird
Production Company: Story Engine Pictures Inc.


A rebellious teenager's online postings lead to false accusations of
planning a school shooting and a police investigation. Committed to
prison to await trial, the teen must survive a harrowing conflict with
a gang leader while fighting to redeem himself with his community and
the girl he loves. Winner of Best Canadian First Feature Film at the
2012 Toronto International Film Festival, BLACKBIRD is a remarkable
portrait of modern youth facing a dangerous hyper-connected world.


The Phantoms
Production Company: Dream Street Pictures Inc.


Inspired by real events, The Phantoms is a 2-hour made for television
movie that follows a newly formed high school basketball team and its
difficult road to success after a devastating crash takes the lives of
seven players and the wife of the coach. Against all odds, the ragtag
group gels as a team, advancing towards the championship while lifting
the spirit of the small east coast town. The Phantoms is a moving story
about determination, courage, healing, and the power of community.




SOURCE Shaw Rocket Fund

Shaw Rocket Fund

CONTACT: Jacquie LaRocque
ENsight Canada
jlarocque@ensightcanada.com (email preferred)
(613) 614-6339


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