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Skins’ Nicholas Hoult Stars as West End New Boy:

Danny — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 18:07:00 +0000

Nicholas Hoult, star of Skins and About A Boy, will appear in his first West End production in 2009. New Boy, which also stars Mel Giedroyc and Ciara Janson, opens at the Trafalgar Studio 2 in March.

A hit at the 2000 Edinburgh Festival, since which it has toured the UK and been staged off-Broadway, New Boy revisits the idea of a schoolboy crush.

Mark starts the sixth form knowing that this is his last chance to impress; to be more popular, more obnoxious, the best informed about gynaecology. The mesmerisingly good looking new boy Barry seems to be having trouble making friends. Everyone is afraid of him. He could be the perfect ally in Mark’s mission to enhance his social status and finally get a shag.

Child star Hoult first made his mark appearing alongside Hugh Grant in the film adaptation of Nick Hornby’s About A Boy. His other films include Kidulthood and Coming Down The Mountain, but it is for hit teen drama Skins, which he has now left after two successful series, that he is now best known. He is the second Skins star in two years to make their West End debut at the Trafalgar Studios following Aimee-Ffion Edwards who starred in SH*T-M*X in September.

Comedian Giedroyc returns to the West End after recently starring in Eurovision musical Eurobeat. Best known for her work with Sue Perkins, which includes presenting shows such a Light Lunch, Giedroyc also appeared as Fairy Liquid in the Barbican’s 2007 pantomime Jack And The Beanstalk.

Janson, daughter of actors Debbie Arnold and David Janson, is best known for her time in C4 soap Hollyoaks, in which she played Nicole Owen. The cast is completed by Gregg Lowe and Phil Matthews.

New Boy, which is adapted and directed by Russell Labey, opens on 19 March, following previews from 17 March, and runs until 11 April. It follows Christmas show Potted Potter, a 70 minute ride through all of the Harry Potter series, which runs from 2 December until 3 January.

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Calling all writers, directors, costume designers and production designers….Skins Needs You!

Hayley — Sat, 15 Nov 2008 01:44:00 +0000

Skins 3 is coming soon, and the Skins creators are looking for some bright young things to help them with a very special project.

They’ll be creating an online mini episode of Skins that will feature some of the series 3 cast. There are four very important behind the scenes roles that still need to be filled.

They’re looking for a writer, director, costume designer, and production designer to join the team. No experience is necessary as the Skins creators will be mentoring the winners and providing support. Not only that; they get to join the set of series 3 for paid work experience!

The mini episode will be screened online in 2009.

Entrants need to be between 18 and 23 years old and the closing date for all four competitions is Tuesday December 9th at 6pm.

Think you've got what it takes? Find out below the relevant details for each role and where to enter.

www.e4.com/skins

DIRECTORS!

Skins are giving one budding director the opportunity to get their work noticed by directing the Skins mini episode. If you feel you have the talent but little experience, fear not; Skins is all about spotting raw talent, and will be mentoring and providing support every step of the way.

If you’re the successful applicant; as well as working on the mini episode, you will also join the set of Skins in Bristol for a week whilst they film series 3. Whilst on set, you will join the director and pick up vital experience ahead of taking on directing duties yourself.

Budding directors need to send in a short film they have made on e4.com. For the full details and to enter visit:

http://www.e4.com/skins/doitandwin/143d33255f5d2385f3aab863438753d6/entry-terms.e4

Check out a video of handy tips from a Skins director

WRITERS!

Are you an aspiring writer looking for your first break? Would you like to be able call yourself a Skins writer? Here's your chance.

One talented person will get the opportunity to lead writing the Skins mini episode!

Don’t worry if you’re a little overwhelmed, the winner will be supported every step of the way. If you’ve got what it takes, we’ll make sure you’re given all of the support you need, like we do with all of our writers.

Aspiring Skins writers will need to showcase their writing skills by submitting a short comedy drama. To find out the full details and exactly what you need to do to enter head over to http://www.e4.com/skins/writer-mini-episode.html

You can also watch a video of handy tips from a Skins scriptwriter

COSTUME DESIGNERS!

Calling all fashion fiends! Fancy styling the cast for the online mini-episode?

Skins are looking for a costume designer to lead the costume design for the mini episode and style and/or design costumes for the Skins cast.

If you’re chosen for this amazing opportunity, you will be involved in the process from day one. You will attend the set of Skins series 3 for a week where you will get to meet the Skins costume designer and pick up valuable experience.

You will then meet up with the Skins team during the planning and designing period. Don’t worry if this is all new to you – Skins prides itself on spotting and nurturing new talent, and will be there to support you every step of the way. Filming will take place over four days and you will attend the full shoot to witness filming and make any final tweaks to the costumes.

Entrants need to pick a character from two choices provided on e4.com and design their costume. For full details and to enter visit http://www.e4.com/skins/doitandwin/e735532e2b14af24a2c9ea673b87ba53/entry-terms.e4

You can watch a video of advice from the Skins Costume Designer

PRODUCTION DESIGNERS!

Skins are looking for a Production Designer to work on this special project and take the lead in designing the whole set used for the mini episode.

If you’re the successful applicant, not only will you design the set for the Skins mini episode and spend time on the shoot watching it being filmed; you will also join the Skins Production Designer on set in Bristol for filming of Skins series 3 for a week of work experience.

The time spent on set of series 3 will provide you with valuable experience and guidance to take on this project. As well as that, the Skins team will be there every step of the way to provide the support needed. So don’t worry if you’ve never taken on anything like this before – they will be there to help!

To enter Skins is challenging aspiring set designers to come up with an original design for a Skins house party. For full details and to enter visit http://www.e4.com/skins/doitandwin/1cf03459e6618098be77915918110113/entry-terms.e4

You can also check out a video of advice from the Skins Production Designer

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Skins’ Series 3 Characters Unveiled:

Danny — Fri, 14 Nov 2008 14:45:00 +0000

E4 has announced the new characters that will be introduced in the upcoming third season of its popular teen drama Skins, says Last Broadcast.

Tony Stonem's younger sister Effy (Kaya Scodelario) and her best friend Pandora (Lisa Backwell) will be the only existing cast members to appear in the third series next year.

The new additions to the girls' lineup are Katie and Emily, twins with contrasting personalities, and the idealistic Naomi.

The boys are comprised of the charismatic Cook (Jack O'Connell), skateboarding stoner Freddie, magician J.J., and Thomas, who struggles to settle in the UK after arriving from Congo.

Harry Enfield, Morwenna Banks and Geoffrey Hughes will return for guest appearances, along with new guest stars Scott Mills, Mackenzie Crook, Sally Phillips and James Fleet.

Skins returns to E4 for a ten-episode run in January.

more info on them HERE

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Nick Hoult in New Movie

Hayley — Mon, 10 Nov 2008 17:54:00 +0000

CONGRATULATIONS to NICHOLAS HOULT, who has joined the realm of employment again.

The chiselled teen and his cheekbones-to-die-for have been cast in COLIN FIRTH's new flick A Single Man.

Finally the flesh-flashing Skins actor can add another film to his slightly lonely About A Boy CV.

Co-starring with A-lister JULIANNE MOORE couldn't have come at a better time for the adolescent who has fast risked his onscreen antics in favour of falling out of clubs with the likes of PIXIE GELDOF.

Nic will take on the role of Kenny, a student who takes an interest in his gay professor after he loses his same-sex partner of 16 years.

The film, an adaptation of CHRISTOPHER ISHERWOOD's 1964 novel, is the directorial debut from former fashion designer and Gucci creative director TOM FORD.

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April and Larissa in Tormented Stills

Hayley — Mon, 10 Nov 2008 17:47:00 +0000

April Pearson and Larissa Wilson on set of Tormented the new film they doing together.

Movie Summary

Life seems good for Justine Fielding. Winning both a place at Oxford and the attention of Alexis, the leader of the in–crowd, things just couldn‘t be better for the attractive and sought–after Head Girl of Fairview High.

However, Justine quickly discovers that her new friends aren‘t quite as glamorous as they seem, and under their cool veneer lies a deadly secret – a secret which led to the suicide of classmate Darren Mullet.

But Darren is not taking this one lying down. He‘s back from the grave and hell bent on revenge. As one by one he despatches his tormentors, the in–crowd are about to discover once and for all, that life as a teenager really is murder.

you can see a on set preview here and they have a official site here

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Video Of The Day: Better Days

Hayley — Mon, 10 Nov 2008 17:45:00 +0000

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Mitch Hewer in Ok Magazine

Hayley — Mon, 10 Nov 2008 17:41:00 +0000

Mitch Hewer appearing in OK Magazine with his Britannia High Co-stars.

Thanks to Jason again for sending theses in.

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Mitch Hewer’s Britannia High Promotion

Hayley — Mon, 10 Nov 2008 17:34:00 +0000

Thanks to Jason who sent this in :)

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Skins 2009 Wall Calendar:

Danny — Sun, 09 Nov 2008 11:57:00 +0000

The Skins 2009 Wall Calendar is now available!

The calendar features all your favourite characters from the hit TV show, the Skins calendar will keep you fixed whether it's on air or not. Tony, Michelle, Sid, Cassie, Maxxie & Jal and the rest of the gang will help make 2009 a brighter year. -->

Front Cover:

Back Cover:

The calendar is available to purchase at the Calendar Club & other various Calendar stores.

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F.A.Q

Hayley — Thu, 06 Nov 2008 19:37:00 +0000

Here are the most frequently ask questions I get asked and here my answer to them.

When will series 3 be starting?
No date has yet be announced but we are presuming it will be starting early February 2009.

Will the original cast be returning?
No, there characters stories have come to a end, the old gang won't be returning for series 3, will there be guest appearances by old characters, not that i know of, series 3 will be a brand new cast (minus effy), with a brand new set of characters.

Is Chris Dead?
yes he is.

What Happen to Cassie and Sid?

I don't know, I hope they found each other and lived hazy days in new york just Cassie and Sid :p but really I think it was left open for interpretation to make up your own mind on what happen to them.

Has skins been released on dvd?
yes series 1& 2 region 2 have been released in the UK, series 1 region 1 dvd is to be released in America.

Where do I get all my news and videos?
From a various of places to many to name, but they have there name source underneath.

Do I know anything about series 3?
not really only what out there already but by all accounts series 3 is gonna be amazing.

Do I have anymore casting news?
I'm afraid I won't be posting anymore news about new casts members, can't say while but it will make more sense it a couple of months.

What happening with the site?
A lot of developments are happening for the better, times are changing and the site along with it, let just say it when it does happen it will be bigger and better then ever, expect a announcement soon.

so that concludes my F.A.Qs if you have anymore leave it in the comments :P

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