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The announcements were made ahead of Bravo's Fan Fest event in Charleston, S.C.
Ahead of the Bravo Fan Fest event taking place in Charleston, South Carolina this weekend, the network renewed three shows (“In the City,” “Next Gen NYC” and “Southern Hospitality”) and ordered two new ones, “Next Gen Atlanta” and “Charmed by a Southern Monster.” That last title is Bravo’s first scripted microdrama, and will be led by “Southern Charm” star Craig Conover. (Full loglines below.)
“In the City” — a spinoff of “Summer House,” which became a cultural sensation in its 10th season — was renewed for a second season, and has already begun filming in New York City. Though no cast was announced for any of Bravo’s new or returning unscripted shows, it’s safe to say that “Summer House” stars Kyle Cooke and Lindsay Hubbard will be back (especially since they’re panelists at Bravo Fan Fest). Kyle’s ex Amanda Batula, however, hasn’t been filming, and isn’t expected to return as a full-time cast member — though she could eventually film scenes with Kyle. West Wilson, who’s still dating Amanda, appeared on Season 1 of “In the City” before they went public about their relationship, and also hasn’t filmed at all. (He was recently cast in the Netflix competition series “Million Dollar Secret.”)
The fourth season of the Charleston-set “Southern Hospitality” finished airing in June, and its fans within the Bravosphere worried that none of the show’s castmates were posting selfies together over the summer, which is when it’s traditionally been in production. Those observers need not have fretted, as it turns out, since the show has now been officially renewed. Though its cast is still in flux, Leva Bonaparte, who was on “Southern Charm” and whose Charleston restaurant Republic has been the show’s base of operations, said in an Instagram reply that she’s “moving on to a new chapter in my life” and she “appreciated my time there but it’s no longer serving me.” (She and her husband Lamar Bonaparte are still listed as executive producers, though.) As for the rest of the cast, the Bravo Fan Fest lineup might offer guidance once more: Joe Bradley, Maddi Reese, Michols Peña, Mia Alario, Bradley Carter and TJ Dinch are among the panelists.
“Next Gen NYC,” which became a word-of-mouth hit over the summer during its delightful second season, has also been renewed, and has started production. Again, no cast was announced, but Gia Giudice and Ava Dash are appearing at Fan Fest, and most of the cast is expected to return. Clearly, Bravo’s “Next Gen” experiment has been deemed a success, since the network has ordered “Next Gen Atlanta,” which is expected to follow the pattern of mixing the children of Bravolebrities with the offspring of well-known Atlantans.
Last but not least is a series greenlight for the microdrama “Charmed by a Southern Monster,” which has key art and a logline that need seen and read to be believed. Launching on Nov. 9 on the Peacock app, the series will star Conover — a lawyer and a storyteller, as well as an OG cast member of “Southern Charm” — as Hunter Caldwell, playing opposite Nicole Mattox, an actor well-known in the world of microdramas.
Here are the loglines for Bravo’s new and returning shows.
“Charmed by a Southern Monster”
Bravo’s first original scripted microdrama, “Charmed by a Southern Monster,” launches Monday, Nov. 9, exclusively on the Peacock mobile app. Starring Craig Conover as Hunter Caldwell and Nicole Mattox as Maeve Marchant, the series blends soapy romance, workplace rivalry and small-town mystery. The story follows Maeve, a brilliant corporate fixer sent to convince and seduce Hunter, a rumored murderer, into selling his family’s estate. But when she discovers that the town’s most feared man may actually be its most misunderstood, and the only person who can protect her from her dangerous ex-boyfriend, Maeve becomes entangled in Hunter’s world. As family secrets and a billion-dollar development deal threaten to unravel their growing connection, she must confront her past and decide how much she’s willing to risk for love.
“Charmed by a Southern Monster” is produced by Micromaker and Haymaker East. Aaron Rothman, Josh Halpert and Jesse Light executive produce, and Caroline Bomback co-executive produces. Written by Lyla Trilling. Directed by Yoraiia.
“Next Gen Atlanta”
In a city where hip-hop, sports and entertainment shape the social scene, “Next Gen Atlanta” follows a new generation of rising personalities making their mark. Some have famous ties, while others are building their reputations from the ground up, but all have big dreams and plenty to prove as they juggle careers, friendships and family dynamics.
“Next Gen Atlanta” is produced by Blink 49 Studios with Tara Long, Nadine Rajabi, Mark Ford, Ben Magargel, Salena Rochester and Shari Levine serving as executive producers. Bianca Barnes-Williams, Tiffany Mills and Anne Swan also serve as executive producers. Lauren Nathan serves as co-executive producer.
“In The City”
“In The City” follows a group of New Yorkers as they navigate the biggest transitions of their lives – marriage, separation, parenthood, reinvention and the reality of growing up without growing apart.
“In The City” is produced by Truly Original (a Banijay America company) with Steven Weinstock, Glenda Hersh, Lauren Eskelin, Jamie Jakimo, Nathan Palmer, Faith Gaskins and Maggie Langtry serving as executive producers.
“Next Gen NYC“
“Next Gen NYC” follows a close-knit group of friends in New York City as they navigate adulthood, careers, relationships and ambition. Whether raised in the spotlight or building their own legacies, they’re determined to establish themselves in the city that never sleeps.
“Next Gen NYC” is produced by Truly Original (a Banijay America company) with Steven Weinstock, Glenda Hersh, Lauren Eskelin, Michelle Schiefen, Chaz Morgan, Shanae Humphrey and Michael Meinecke as executive producers. Michaline Babich also serves as executive producer. Kate Murphy and Adam Gonzalez are co-executive producers.
“Southern Hospitality”
“Southern Hospitality” follows a dynamic circle of friends living in Charleston, S.C., making their mark on the city’s thriving hospitality scene. As they chase their ambitions and navigate the unpredictable nature of friendship, love and life in the South, this tight-knit group proves there’s never a dull moment on or off the clock.
“Southern Hospitality” is produced by Haymaker East. Aaron Rothman, Josh Halpert, and Jesse Light are executive producers. Leva Bonaparte and Lamar Bonaparte also executive produce.
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