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Bay State (TV series)
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Bay State is an ongoing television series broadcast on butv10
on the Boston University
campus. Originated in 1991 by creators Delaina Dixon and Tom Rotolo, Bay State is the longest-running continuously-produced student soap opera
in the United States.
The series is set at the fictional Beacon Hill College and focuses on the sordid lives of the students there.
Bay State is currently produced by Growling Dog Productions, an independent student-run production group sponsored by Boston University's Student Activities Office.
actors Kristian Alfonso
, Alison Sweeney
and Austin Peck
, as well as The Daily Show
host Jon Stewart
. More recently, the series featured Sarah Hartshorne (as "Samantha Carver") before her appearance (and eventual loss) on The CW's America's Next Top Model
in 2007.
Butv10
butv10 is a Student television station on cable TV on the campus of Boston University, seen on campus on cable channel 10. It produces original content for and by students, as well as alumni and faculty members. During the summer, its facilities are used by the college's Academy of Media Production...
on the Boston University
Boston University
Boston University is a private research university located in Boston, Massachusetts. With more than 4,000 faculty members and more than 31,000 students, Boston University is one of the largest private universities in the United States and one of Boston's largest employers...
campus. Originated in 1991 by creators Delaina Dixon and Tom Rotolo, Bay State is the longest-running continuously-produced student soap opera
Soap opera
A soap opera, sometimes called "soap" for short, is an ongoing, episodic work of dramatic fiction presented in serial format on radio or as television programming. The name soap opera stems from the original dramatic serials broadcast on radio that had soap manufacturers, such as Procter & Gamble,...
in the United States.
The series is set at the fictional Beacon Hill College and focuses on the sordid lives of the students there.
Bay State is currently produced by Growling Dog Productions, an independent student-run production group sponsored by Boston University's Student Activities Office.
Notable cast
Over the years, Bay State has featured guest appearances by such notables as Days of Our LivesDays of our Lives
Days of our Lives is a long running daytime soap opera broadcast on the NBC television network. It is one of the longest-running scripted television programs in the world, airing nearly every weekday in the United States since November 8, 1965. It has since been syndicated to many countries around...
actors Kristian Alfonso
Kristian Alfonso
Kristian-Joy Alfonso is a long-time American dramatic actress, former figure skater and fashion model. She is best known for playing Hope Williams Brady, which she has played since 1983 on the long-running NBC dramatic serial Days of our Lives.- Early career :She began her career as a figure...
, Alison Sweeney
Alison Sweeney
Alison Sweeney is an American dramatic actress and reality show host. Sweeney is best known for her portrayal of Samantha "Sami" Gene Brady on NBC's long running Days of our Lives, a role she has played under contract with the show since January 6, 1993...
and Austin Peck
Austin Peck
Jeffrey Austin Peck known professionally as Austin Peck, is an American actor. He is best known for his work in daytime soap operas.- Personal life :...
, as well as The Daily Show
The Daily Show
The Daily Show , is an American late night satirical television program airing each Monday through Thursday on Comedy Central. The half-hour long show premiered on July 21, 1996, and was hosted by Craig Kilborn until December 1998...
host Jon Stewart
Jon Stewart
Jon Stewart is an American political satirist, writer, television host, actor, media critic and stand-up comedian...
. More recently, the series featured Sarah Hartshorne (as "Samantha Carver") before her appearance (and eventual loss) on The CW's America's Next Top Model
America's Next Top Model, Cycle 9
America's Next Top Model Cycle 9 was the ninth cycle of America's Next Top Model and the third season of the series to be aired on The CW network. This cycle's promotional tagline was "The Future Of Fashion." The promotional song was "Shut Up and Drive" by Rihanna.The international destinations...
in 2007.