Sitcom writing contest gives beginners chance to break into TV; deadline extended to July 31
Posted Jul 4, 2015 05:55:27 PM.
Last Updated Jul 4, 2015 06:40:11 PM.
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MINNEAPOLIS – A television comedy veteran who lives in Minnesota is giving aspiring writers a chance to break into the business.
Bo Kaprall is sponsoring the 2015 National Sitcom Writing Contest. The competition features two categories — scripts for an original pilot and scripts for existing shows.
There is a $250 cash prize for the best script in each category, plus a $500 award for best overall script.
Winning scripts will be shared with Hollywood executives for possible development.
Kaprall, who lives in Wayzata, has written for “Saturday Night Live,” ”Laverne & Shirley” and “Welcome Back, Kotter.” He also is creator and executive producer of “Outlaw Country,” a new TV series that debuted on WGN America in February.
The deadline has been extended to July 31. Registrations can be made at www.sitcomcontest.com.
