Welcome to Sunnyside, the not-so-typical neighbourhood where anything can happen, and almost always does – the network City has given the go-ahead on the all-new original sketch-comedy series from award-winning creators Gary Pearson (“This Hour Has 22 Minutes,” “The Ron James Show”) and Dan Redican (“The Kids in the Hall,” “The Jenny McCarthy Show”).
Filming on the six-episode, half-hour series is scheduled to begin this September in Winnipeg, and the all-Canadian cast features one of the industry’s brightest and hottest comedic talents: Kathleen Phillips. Developed and commissioned by Rogers, to be co-produced by Counterfeit Pictures and Buffalo Gal Pictures, “Sunnyside” will air mid-season on City.
“Canada loves comedy, but the raw, unpredictability of a homegrown sketch-comedy series is something we feel audiences just aren’t getting enough of on their prime-time schedule,” said Nataline Rodrigues, Director of Original Programming at Rogers Media. “City is proud to be working with some of the country’s top comedic talent to bring this format back to prime time and deliver this fresh brand of comedy to viewers.”
Sunnyside is a quirky neighbourhood in transition, where residents aren’t always what they seem and surprises lurk around every slightly dingy corner. Featuring people from all walks of life – from hipsters and young professionals to yoga moms and romantic crooks – Sunnyside is brought to life by a talented ensemble cast, led by the hilarious Kathleen Phillips. Other talent include Lauren Ash (“Super Fun Night”), Pat Thorton (“Satisfaction,” “Punched Up,” “The Jon Dore Show”), Patrice Goodman (“The Firm,” “Platinum,” “Maximum Dimensions”), and Alice Moran (“Spank!,” “Provocateur,” “Throne of Games”).
Photo: Twitter/Kathleen Phillips
