Beyond Productions has begun shooting on a children’s science quiz show called Steam Punks for ABC3. The show is hosted by Paul Verhoeven, of Triple J’s Nerdy by Nature.
The announcement:
ABC3’s first Australian science series Steam Punks, 40 x 30, starts production today in Sydney.
Produced by Beyond Productions for ABC3, Steam Punks is a fast, furious and funny science based quiz show hosted by comedian Paul Verhoeven (Triple J’s Breakfast’s Nerdy By Nature segment).
During each episode two teams of two contestants, aged between 12-15 years-old, find themselves trapped in a subterranean Steampunk world ruled by the malevolent ‘Machine’.
The ‘Machine’ uses her minion, Paul, to quiz the contestants on their scientific knowledge, problem solving and ability to interact with technology in order to win their freedom.
Tim Brooke-Hunt, Controller of ABC Children’s Television, said “Steam Punks will offer ABC3 viewers an entertaining mix of science and fun,...
The announcement:
ABC3’s first Australian science series Steam Punks, 40 x 30, starts production today in Sydney.
Produced by Beyond Productions for ABC3, Steam Punks is a fast, furious and funny science based quiz show hosted by comedian Paul Verhoeven (Triple J’s Breakfast’s Nerdy By Nature segment).
During each episode two teams of two contestants, aged between 12-15 years-old, find themselves trapped in a subterranean Steampunk world ruled by the malevolent ‘Machine’.
The ‘Machine’ uses her minion, Paul, to quiz the contestants on their scientific knowledge, problem solving and ability to interact with technology in order to win their freedom.
Tim Brooke-Hunt, Controller of ABC Children’s Television, said “Steam Punks will offer ABC3 viewers an entertaining mix of science and fun,...
- 7/5/2012
- by Colin Delaney
- Encore Magazine
ABC3.s first Australian science series Steam Punks has started filming in Sydney.
The 40 x 30 minute series is described as a fast, furious and funny science-based quiz show hosted by comedian Paul Verhoeven (Triple J.s Breakfast.s Nerdy By Nature segment).
During each episode two teams of two contestants, aged between 12-15 years-old, find themselves trapped in a subterranean Steampunk world ruled by the malevolent .Machine.. The .Machine. uses her minion, Verhoeven, to quiz the contestants on their scientific knowledge, problem solving and ability to interact with technology in order to win their freedom.
Series producer Anthony Watt said the show, which is being produced by Beyond Productions, was like no other program he has ever worked on.
"In fact, it's like no show that's ever been made in this country - a narrative game show," he said in a statement. "It's a testament to ABC3's courage and...
The 40 x 30 minute series is described as a fast, furious and funny science-based quiz show hosted by comedian Paul Verhoeven (Triple J.s Breakfast.s Nerdy By Nature segment).
During each episode two teams of two contestants, aged between 12-15 years-old, find themselves trapped in a subterranean Steampunk world ruled by the malevolent .Machine.. The .Machine. uses her minion, Verhoeven, to quiz the contestants on their scientific knowledge, problem solving and ability to interact with technology in order to win their freedom.
Series producer Anthony Watt said the show, which is being produced by Beyond Productions, was like no other program he has ever worked on.
"In fact, it's like no show that's ever been made in this country - a narrative game show," he said in a statement. "It's a testament to ABC3's courage and...
- 7/5/2012
- by Staff reporter
- IF.com.au
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