TV Proposal

AUTHOR NAME : Sandeep Sinha
TITLE OF SHOW : Metro Noir
FORMAT OF SHOW: Drama Series
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TREATMENT (Synopsis, Outline) A detailed description of your show

as we would see it on TV. Usually 1 to 5 pages in length).
It's important to be efficient with your descriptions, yet give

enough information to provoke interest of the reader. The golden
rule: Show the reader what we are watching.
There is no “right” way to form a TV pitch for the various reality-

based and scripted genres in television. However, there are
philosophies and formats that will help the buyer see more clearly
what your TV show idea is, and it’s potential. Following are a few
samples of written pitches for reality show concepts. These are
very basic synopsis' written. A more developed and expansive
version can be written at any point in the development process.
Logline (short pitch):"Waiting For Guffman" meets "American Idol".

A flamboyant Broadway director and choreographer descend on a
small town, infiltrating the local play. One performer will be
taken back to Broadway for a featured part in a real Broadway
show.
Synopsis: [content should be 3 to 7 paragraphs outlining the
content of the show as it unfolds. Be specific and original in
your execution]
(Themes: Reality-based, fantasy fulfillment, talent performance,

comedy)
A docu-series for television In every small town, there are big

dreams…
In Washbuckle, Missouri the regional theatre holds open casting

calls for their annual musical review. Some members of the troupe
have dreams of making it to Broadway or Hollywood. Others are
content in being the star of Washbuckle, Missouri hogging what
little limelight there is year after year.
But what happens when, just one week before opening night, a
ruthless Broadway Director and Choreographer drops into town with
the agenda of taking control of the small town production while
2.
scouting for talent to find his “star”? It’s a fascinating look at

big dreams in small town America.
The personal stories and archetypical characters that collide as

opening night approaches. The ego-maniacal local theatre director
getting systematically pushed aside by the big-city Broadway
director. The humorous moments as the city-slickers struggle to
tolerate the small town ways and mentality. The infighting among
potential cast members. The panic that ensues as the cast,
choreography, and production are turned on it’s tail at the
eleventh hour. The inspiring moments that rise to the surface
amidst the chaos of opening night…. And “the decision”. One person
from the cast will be chosen for a spot in a hit Broadway
production, a trip to Hollywood for a spot on a soap-opera and
every chance they could ever hope for being famous?
Seven episodes:
1. Meet the town folk. Get to know the key characters and the
theatre group. We’ll also watch in parallel the merciless Broadway
Director in action in New York, seeing the contrasts in both
characters. We’ll take a humorous look at the awful auditions for
the small town play. We’ll see the announcement (or rumor) of the
impending arrival of the Broadway Director scouting for talent,
and witness the anxiety that is infused in each of our small town
characters fighting to get into the play.
2. In-fighting, tensions escalating, accusations, the director

starts feeling the pressure. People are cast. Hearts are broken,
hopes are sparked. They have a first run-through with the cast.
The mysterious Broadway director in black sits in the back.
(Imagine a Simon Cowell) snapping from the back row, “Stop! Every
one of you STOP!!” He then marches down the isle. An imposing
figure. He introduces himself and delivers the news that he has
come to find talent. And someone from this town, in this play,
will be chosen. He goes on about how he sees nothing but problems.
The play will be re-cast, the production will stop now! (One week
before opening night)
3. The new director and small-town director fight. Cast members

protest. New auditions are held, and performances scrutinized. A
new cast is announced, and from that cast will come his “star”.
4. The pressure is on to bring it together for opening night,

we’ll cover four days of rehearsals, as well as the personal
struggles surrounding the production. Anticipation, anxiety,
3.
resentment, hope, adrenaline. Opening night! We see the

performance and the reactions of our Broadway director. Cliff-
hanger for his decision on who will be Broadway bound!
5. Re-cap of the series, the performances, the arguments, and

finally… the decision. One of the people that landed a role, large
or small in this little play is chosen. We share in the afterglow,
the elation, and the disappointment of others. And sharing a dream
come true for that one person selected.
6. Broadway New York!! Our winner is whisked around like a star.

Taken backstage of a REAL Broadway production, immersed in the
whole lifestyle. Meetings with Hollywood talent scouts, directors
of other productions, agents, etc.
7. We see our small town hero take his leap of faith, jumping
headfirst into a Broadway show. A dream is realized.

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AUTHOR NAME : Sandeep Sinha

TITLE OF SHOW : Metro Noir

FORMAT OF SHOW: Drama Series

Reg.Writers Guild of America # or www.CreatorsVault.com

TREATMENT (Synopsis, Outline) A detailed description of your show

It's important to be efficient with your descriptions, yet give

There is no “right” way to form a TV pitch for the various reality-

Logline (short pitch):"Waiting For Guffman" meets "American Idol".

(Themes: Reality-based, fantasy fulfillment, talent performance,

A docu-series for television In every small town, there are big

In Washbuckle, Missouri the regional theatre holds open casting

scouting for talent to find his “star”? It’s a fascinating look at

The personal stories and archetypical characters that collide as

2. In-fighting, tensions escalating, accusations, the director

3. The new director and small-town director fight. Cast members

4. The pressure is on to bring it together for opening night,

resentment, hope, adrenaline. Opening night! We see the

5. Re-cap of the series, the performances, the arguments, and

6. Broadway New York!! Our winner is whisked around like a star.

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