{"id":98610,"date":"2024-10-08T08:03:44","date_gmt":"2024-10-08T08:03:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/chezaspin.com\/blog\/index.php\/2024\/10\/08\/mtv-shuga-set-to-make-a-comeback\/"},"modified":"2024-10-08T08:03:44","modified_gmt":"2024-10-08T08:03:44","slug":"mtv-shuga-set-to-make-a-comeback","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/chezaspin.com\/blog\/mtv-shuga-set-to-make-a-comeback\/","title":{"rendered":"MTV Shuga set to make a comeback"},"content":{"rendered":"

Auditions are set for October 11.<\/strong><\/em><\/h3>\n

The MTV Staying Alive Foundation is thrilled to announce the return of the iconic MTV Shuga to Kenya, with a brand-new season titled MTV Shuga Mashariki.<\/p>\n

This exciting development marks the show\u2019s comeback after more than 10 years, with auditions having kicked off this October in search of Kenya\u2019s freshest talent.<\/p>\n

At the heart of MTV Shuga\u2019s return is its unwavering focus on storytelling to change the lives of Kenyan youth.<\/p>\n

From script to screen, this season\u2019s entire production is informed by local youth-centered research and designed to tackle restrictive, harmful gender norms that affect the outcomes of young people\u2019s lives in Kenya.<\/p>\n

Additionally, MTV Shuga Mashariki will be a 100% Kenyan production, ensuring that every aspect of the show reflects the authentic experiences and voices of Kenyan youth.<\/p>\n

In its return, the production of MTV Shuga Mashariki will draw from extensive evidence that has shown that authentic youth-centered storytelling can help shift restrictive norms, at scale.<\/p>\n

In a bid to broaden its reach to aspiring actors across the country and nurture local talent, the show will hold both physical and virtual open auditions this month.<\/p>\n

This is an incredible opportunity to join a groundbreaking production that continues to captivate millions across the continent through authentic storytelling that draws on the experiences of young people.<\/p>\n

MTV Shuga has built a strong legacy of showcasing new talent and this season will uphold that tradition, introducing dynamic new faces and a fresh generation of Kenyan actors to its ever-expanding audience.<\/p>\n

Both in person and online cast submissions, will be reviewed by the casting team after which shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further steps.<\/p>\n

Details about open auditions in Nairobi<\/p>\n

Actors based in Nairobi are invited to attend open auditions from October 11th \u2013 13th, 2024 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the University of Nairobi (main campus).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Registration closes October 10th, 2024.<\/span><\/p>\n

Online Submissions<\/p>\n

MTV Shuga Mashariki will also include online submissions as an option to those unable to make it to the physical auditions.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Aspiring actors should submit the following materials by October 13th, 2024:<\/span><\/p>\n

A professional headshot<\/span>
\nA brief introductory video and\u00a0 30-second monologue performance<\/span><\/p>\n

How to audition<\/p>\n

Sign up for physical or virtual auditions using this link<\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Eligibility<\/p>\n

Open to Kenyan citizens aged 18 -30 years only. Please note that you can only apply for either the physical OR virtual auditions.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Dual applications will be disqualified.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Auditions are set for October 11. The MTV Staying Alive Foundation is thrilled to announce the return of the iconic MTV Shuga to Kenya, with a brand-new season titled MTV Shuga Mashariki. This exciting development marks the show\u2019s comeback after more than 10 years, with auditions having kicked off this October in search of Kenya\u2019s […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":0,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"jetpack_post_was_ever_published":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_access":"","_jetpack_dont_email_post_to_subs":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_tier_id":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-98610","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized","entry"],"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","jetpack-related-posts":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/chezaspin.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/98610","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/chezaspin.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/chezaspin.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/chezaspin.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=98610"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/chezaspin.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/98610\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/chezaspin.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=98610"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/chezaspin.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=98610"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/chezaspin.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=98610"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}