Oprah Winfrey Network Considering Culpeper as TV Show Site
November 2, 2011
Culpeper may add to its designation as one of Americas Top 10 Small Towns, if the Oprah Winfrey Network and BBC Productions Worldwide choose Culpeper for a new matchmaking reality show for singles, Lovetown, USA.
Culpeper is one of 40 towns currently in the running as a site for the series, according to one of the shows producers, who contacted town officials. The towns population of about 15,000 and demographics meet the criteria set by the producers. The list of towns will be pared down to 10 based on citizen interest and response.
Once again, Culpeper has appeared on the national stage, said Mayor Chip Coleman, who received the producers call. To have the Oprah Winfrey Network consider our town for this show is an honor.
The matchmaking reality show plans to takeover one whole town for the biggest dating challenge in TV history, said the production companys news release.
For 30 days, the shows matchmakers will guide the quest for love and the impact that process has on one community. The idea is to pair as many singles as possible, with participation by the mayor, local business and community leaders and citizens.
The producers are looking for community spirit as it narrows down the field of towns. The show is also looking for singles between the ages of 20 to 60.
Tourism Director Lori Sorrentino would like nothing better than to showcase Culpeper on a major cable network.
The prospect of Culpeper being the centerpiece for this reality show, produced by someone of the stature and reputation of Oprah Winfrey,! shows w hat a great place Culpeper is to visit, said Sorrentino. The economic benefits of having a TV production crew in town for a month are phenomenal.
To show its enthusiasm, Sorrentino said single residents need to fill out the detailed 18-page application. The downloadable application is available on Facebook.
An overwhelming response and involvement by our citizens is critical to have Culpeper chosen, said Coleman. I hope Culpeper embraces the idea and responds enthusiastically.