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Brian Damage · 05-23-2008, 09:03 AM

Hello my fellow members of the Back To Youniverse,

I have been talking to my people in the know and there has been 'some movement' on BTY being picked up and renewed! I can't get into specifics, but our campaign is definitely making an impact. Sides are talking and things are shaking up a bit.

My mission for all of you, if you choose to accept it, KEEP PRESSING FORWARD! If you haven't sent in a water bottle or two, send it, if you have not sent a post card, email me and I will provide you with the template. We are close, so now is critical to not let up. What Kelsey and Patricia don't want is for people to sacrifice their families for the show, just continue to be passionate. More information as it becomes available...

Ain't No Stopping Us Now!

PS,

There is word that Kelsey will be doing a pilot presentation for another show pretty soon. DO NOT GET NERVOUS! Back to YOU is still in "1st position" for him at this time.

PlayOn · 05-23-2008, 09:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Brian Damage

Hello my fellow members of the Back To Youniverse,

I have been talking to my people in the know and there has been 'some movement' on BTY being picked up and renewed! I can't get into specifics, but our campaign is definitely making an impact. Sides are talking and things are shaking up a bit.

My mission for all of you, if you choose to accept it, KEEP PRESSING FORWARD! If you haven't sent in a water bottle or two, send it, if you have not sent a post card, email me and I will provide you with the template. We are close, so now is critical to not let up. What Kelsey and Patricia don't want is for people to sacrifice their families for the show, just continue to be passionate. More information as it becomes available...

Ain't No Stopping Us Now!

PS,

There is word that Kelsey will be doing a pilot presentation for another show pretty soon. DO NOT GET NERVOUS! Back to YOU is still in "1st position" for him at this time.

that's great news. how can i get a postcard?

Brian Damage · 05-23-2008, 09:25 AM

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Originally Posted by BruceWillisFan

that's great news. how can i get a postcard?

Please email me my friend!

bdamage1@msn.com

JulieSomoski · 05-23-2008, 04:02 PM

Thanks for the update, Brian! I really think we are making an impact - too bad you ca't say much more (don't worry, I understand) but at least we are getting somewhere with this show. We really do have to keep things up, though, if we want it to work. PLEASE SEND WATER! SEND A LETTER OR 2 TO THE NETWORKS! EMAIL BRIAN FOR THE POSTCSRD! Whatever you can do, all is definitely appreciated!

Kelsey is working on a pilot . . . that's a bit surprising to me, but I guess you can't make money by waiitng around for some fan-based campaign to save a show that's already been cancelled. I hope all goes well for him, no matter what happens.

Brian Damage · 05-23-2008, 09:28 PM

Kelsey Grammer has joined the cast of ABC comedy pilot "Roman's Empire," from Ashton Kutcher's Katalyst Films, CBS Paramount Network TV and ABC Studios.
Grammer, coming off the canceled Fox comedy "Back to You," will play an eccentric billionaire in the comedy about a guy who can't get away from his ex girlfriend's wealthy family. Cast also includes comic Nick Thune, who inked a development pact with ABC and ABC Studios earlier this year (Daily Variety, March 3).More than one option(Co) Daily Variety
Filmography, Year, Role
(Co) Daily Variety

Lensing on the single-camera comedy began over the weekend.

"Empire" is based on a British comedy of the same name from comedy shop Tiger Aspect, which is also a coproducer on the U.S. rendition. ABC pilot was penned by Al Higgins. Exec producers include Kutcher, Jason Goldberg, Karey Burke, Andrew Zein and Ben Cavey.

Grammer is repped by CAA.

http://www.variety.com/article/VR111...goryid=14&cs=1

JulieSomoski · 05-24-2008, 05:25 PM

It actually sounds like a pretty good show plot - the only downside is that it's single-camera, which I've tried once, and will never watch again

No matter what happens, I wish Kelsey all the best!

Brian Damage · 05-25-2008, 11:02 AM

Hey guys and gals,

I have just been informed that June 11th is the drop dead date for this show to be picked up. There are rumblings of something happening by that date, so now is critical to step up our efforts. We can expect roadblocks to stand in our way from now until then, but WE MUST NOT GET DISCOURAGED!

The entire crew is now aware of our campaign and are using it as part of the negotiation process. The higher ups have taken notice over the strong fan support. Patricia, Kelsey and the rest are behind us 100%, and have asked us to please continue to press on. I will give you more updates as they become available, but I will tell you this, our voices are being heard!

Please, if you haven't done so yet, send water, a dollar, a postcard, sign the petition. Tell your friends and family to participate, even if they are not fans of this show, get people involved. This has truly been a great experience and it will not end just yet. There is potential for some big news later on...

http://www.petitionspot.com/signature/back2useason2

ryan423 · 05-25-2008, 12:21 PM

Brian, let's get this petition posted everywhere. I think a great goal is 10,000 signatures by June 11th! I'll be home tonight and I'll be brainstorming all day on new ideas to promote the campaign

Brian Damage · 05-25-2008, 12:35 PM

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Originally Posted by ryan423

Brian, let's get this petition posted everywhere. I think a great goal is 10,000 signatures by June 11th! I'll be home tonight and I'll be brainstorming all day on new ideas to promote the campaign

Excellent! I just posted the petition link on craig's list!

http://newyork.craigslist.org/forums/?forumID=98

JulieSomoski · 05-25-2008, 01:36 PM

So we have less time than we expected . . . so what? That just means we'll have to work harder these next couple of weeks. The petition definitely has to get moving again. We're at a little over 5200 signatures. I'm thinking that 10,000 maybe be too many to get by June 11th. I think we should set our eyes on at least 7500.

People really need to start sending more water, or whatever else they can send. Brian, can you tell us if the negotiations being made are with CBS are FOX? because I'm thinking maybe we should start sending water and postcards to FOX as well - or even both if we have to.

Brian Damage · 05-25-2008, 05:01 PM

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Originally Posted by JulieSomoski

So we have less time than we expected . . . so what? That just means we'll have to work harder these next couple of weeks. The petition definitely has to get moving again. We're at a little over 5200 signatures. I'm thinking that 10,000 maybe be too many to get by June 11th. I think we should set our eyes on at least 7500.

People really need to start sending more water, or whatever else they can send. Brian, can you tell us if the negotiations being made are with CBS are FOX? because I'm thinking maybe we should start sending water and postcards to FOX as well - or even both if we have to.

At this point in time, BOTh would be a very good idea.

ryan423 · 05-25-2008, 05:14 PM

What about getting Roseanne Barr to blog about it on her website. After all, Fred Willard was on the show quite a few times. Probably about 15-20 episodes in the last two seasons! Just an idea. I hear her website pulls in major traffic!

EMAIL - askroseanne@roseanneworld.com
URL - http://www.roseanneworld.com/

Jude The Obscure · 05-25-2008, 05:33 PM

Just letting you know guys I signed the petition, even though I have never seen one episode. I'd rather see a sitcom like this get back on, than more reality crap!

Brian Damage · 05-25-2008, 05:40 PM

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Originally Posted by ryan423

What about getting Roseanne Barr to blog about it on her website. After all, Fred Willard was on the show quite a few times. Probably about 15-20 episodes in the last two seasons! Just an idea. I hear her website pulls in major traffic!

EMAIL - askroseanne@roseanneworld.com
URL - http://www.roseanneworld.com/

Unfortunately, that email link doesn't work.

ryan423 · 05-25-2008, 05:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Brian Damage

Unfortunately, that email link doesn't work.

WOW THAT SUCKS

She needs to update that address than. I posted Fred Willard's Agents and Publicist's contact info in the petition thread so it can be sent to them

05-23-2008, 09:03 AM	#1
Brian Damage I'm Rich Bitch Forum Icon Join Date: Feb 03, 2002 Location: What Ain't No Country I Ever Heard Of...They Speak English in What? Posts: 63,107	Update On Our Campaign! Hello my fellow members of the Back To Youniverse, I have been talking to my people in the know and there has been 'some movement' on BTY being picked up and renewed! I can't get into specifics, but our campaign is definitely making an impact. Sides are talking and things are shaking up a bit. My mission for all of you, if you choose to accept it, KEEP PRESSING FORWARD! If you haven't sent in a water bottle or two, send it, if you have not sent a post card, email me and I will provide you with the template. We are close, so now is critical to not let up. What Kelsey and Patricia don't want is for people to sacrifice their families for the show, just continue to be passionate. More information as it becomes available... Ain't No Stopping Us Now! PS, There is word that Kelsey will be doing a pilot presentation for another show pretty soon. DO NOT GET NERVOUS! Back to YOU is still in "1st position" for him at this time.
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05-23-2008, 04:02 PM	#4
JulieSomoski Roseanne Reboot - March 27! Forum Veteran Join Date: Nov 06, 2004 Location: Michigan Posts: 7,558	Thanks for the update, Brian! I really think we are making an impact - too bad you ca't say much more (don't worry, I understand) but at least we are getting somewhere with this show. We really do have to keep things up, though, if we want it to work. PLEASE SEND WATER! SEND A LETTER OR 2 TO THE NETWORKS! EMAIL BRIAN FOR THE POSTCSRD! Whatever you can do, all is definitely appreciated! Kelsey is working on a pilot . . . that's a bit surprising to me, but I guess you can't make money by waiitng around for some fan-based campaign to save a show that's already been cancelled. I hope all goes well for him, no matter what happens.
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05-23-2008, 09:28 PM	#5
Brian Damage I'm Rich Bitch Forum Icon Join Date: Feb 03, 2002 Location: What Ain't No Country I Ever Heard Of...They Speak English in What? Posts: 63,107	Here's the info on his new show, again, DON'T PANIC... Kelsey Grammer has joined the cast of ABC comedy pilot "Roman's Empire," from Ashton Kutcher's Katalyst Films, CBS Paramount Network TV and ABC Studios. Grammer, coming off the canceled Fox comedy "Back to You," will play an eccentric billionaire in the comedy about a guy who can't get away from his ex girlfriend's wealthy family. Cast also includes comic Nick Thune, who inked a development pact with ABC and ABC Studios earlier this year (Daily Variety, March 3).More than one option(Co) Daily Variety Filmography, Year, Role (Co) Daily Variety Lensing on the single-camera comedy began over the weekend. "Empire" is based on a British comedy of the same name from comedy shop Tiger Aspect, which is also a coproducer on the U.S. rendition. ABC pilot was penned by Al Higgins. Exec producers include Kutcher, Jason Goldberg, Karey Burke, Andrew Zein and Ben Cavey. Grammer is repped by CAA. http://www.variety.com/article/VR111...goryid=14&cs=1

05-24-2008, 05:25 PM	#6
JulieSomoski Roseanne Reboot - March 27! Forum Veteran Join Date: Nov 06, 2004 Location: Michigan Posts: 7,558	It actually sounds like a pretty good show plot - the only downside is that it's single-camera, which I've tried once, and will never watch again No matter what happens, I wish Kelsey all the best!

05-25-2008, 11:02 AM	#7
Brian Damage I'm Rich Bitch Forum Icon Join Date: Feb 03, 2002 Location: What Ain't No Country I Ever Heard Of...They Speak English in What? Posts: 63,107	Hey guys and gals, I have just been informed that June 11th is the drop dead date for this show to be picked up. There are rumblings of something happening by that date, so now is critical to step up our efforts. We can expect roadblocks to stand in our way from now until then, but WE MUST NOT GET DISCOURAGED! The entire crew is now aware of our campaign and are using it as part of the negotiation process. The higher ups have taken notice over the strong fan support. Patricia, Kelsey and the rest are behind us 100%, and have asked us to please continue to press on. I will give you more updates as they become available, but I will tell you this, our voices are being heard! Please, if you haven't done so yet, send water, a dollar, a postcard, sign the petition. Tell your friends and family to participate, even if they are not fans of this show, get people involved. This has truly been a great experience and it will not end just yet. There is potential for some big news later on... http://www.petitionspot.com/signature/back2useason2

05-25-2008, 12:21 PM	#8
ryan423 Member Senior Member Join Date: Oct 15, 2007 Posts: 1,829	Brian, let's get this petition posted everywhere. I think a great goal is 10,000 signatures by June 11th! I'll be home tonight and I'll be brainstorming all day on new ideas to promote the campaign

05-25-2008, 01:36 PM	#10
JulieSomoski Roseanne Reboot - March 27! Forum Veteran Join Date: Nov 06, 2004 Location: Michigan Posts: 7,558	So we have less time than we expected . . . so what? That just means we'll have to work harder these next couple of weeks. The petition definitely has to get moving again. We're at a little over 5200 signatures. I'm thinking that 10,000 maybe be too many to get by June 11th. I think we should set our eyes on at least 7500. People really need to start sending more water, or whatever else they can send. Brian, can you tell us if the negotiations being made are with CBS are FOX? because I'm thinking maybe we should start sending water and postcards to FOX as well - or even both if we have to.

05-25-2008, 05:14 PM	#12
ryan423 Member Senior Member Join Date: Oct 15, 2007 Posts: 1,829	What about getting Roseanne Barr to blog about it on her website. After all, Fred Willard was on the show quite a few times. Probably about 15-20 episodes in the last two seasons! Just an idea. I hear her website pulls in major traffic! EMAIL - askroseanne@roseanneworld.com URL - http://www.roseanneworld.com/

05-25-2008, 05:33 PM	#13
Jude The Obscure Retired Eternal Member Forum Veteran Join Date: Dec 10, 2006 Posts: 7,520	Just letting you know guys I signed the petition, even though I have never seen one episode. I'd rather see a sitcom like this get back on, than more reality crap!