U.S. HISPANIC
WGEN-TV debuts new and original comedy series El Show con Tony Benítez
Maribel Ramos-Weiner| 21 de noviembre de 2012
El Show will be produced daily in Gentv's Doral studios
WGEN-TV (Gentv), the Miami-based independent channel part of Caracol Television Group, announced the launch of El Show con Tony Benítez. The new and original one-hour daily comedy talk series hosted by Tony Benítez premieres December 3, airing Monday through Friday from 7 8pm. “We are thrilled to have Tony Benítez join our primetime line-up as star host of our newest show as we continue to evolve our local original productions. Tony is widely recognized among the U.S. Hispanic audience as a great comedian and entertainer, he will be providing our viewers with unmatched comedic content every night,” said Roy Meyeringh, general manager of WGEN-TV. “The Cuban actor, director and comedian makes his way onto Gentv, charming the audience with his humoristic talent and extensive theatrical background. Benítez developed his ability to light up the stage while working with nationally recognized TV networks such as Telemundo, Univision, America TeVe and Mega TV.The show welcomes a passionate new fanbase for Gentv, featuring a perfect mix of segments including opening monologues by Tony Benítez, monthly running gags, irresistible sketches, ‘dangerous’ street stunts and interviews with celebrity guests participating in comedy skits and performances. El Show will be produced daily in Gentv’s Doral studios, whose set-up includes three main areas: a stage for interviews and desk bits on the left, a center stage with a red velvet curtain that leads to Tony’s entrance monologue, and a stage for celebrity guest performances on the right. Moreover, the studio lay-out incorporates a designated audience area and a versatile set for sketch comedy acts.
