As the networks lose viewers and fight rising expenses, they do what they can to add new revenue. That s why on most comedies, producers were ordered to pare the episodes back by a half-minute to a minute to make way for additional commercials. Those who make dramas were asked to take a minute to 90 seconds out of their programs for more ad spots. For most shows, this is a bad thing. For UPN s Shasta McNasty, lopping off anything is a blessing.
Local connection continues on television.
Former Fredericksburg resident Nancy Sprow, an integral part of the team that produced NBC s huge comedy powerhouse Seinfeld, is busy again on a promising program.