Pennsylvania: From Reality Bites to, Well, Less Bite-Sized Realities - A Look at PA's TV Turf
Ah, Pennsylvania. Land of cheesesteaks, liberty bells, and apparently, a hotbed for dramatic television! That's right, folks, the Keystone State is more than just Amish country and Rocky Balboa training grounds (though those are pretty awesome too). It's also the setting for a surprising number of TV shows, ranging from laugh-out-loud sitcoms to gritty crime dramas. So, grab a Tastykake (a Pennsylvania essential, trust me) and settle in as we explore the wildly diverse world of TV made in PA.
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City Slickers and Suburban Shenanigans
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- Philly Phun: The City of Brotherly Love takes center stage in shows like "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia" (warning: prepare for disturbing levels of cheese whiz consumption) and the chilling psychological thriller "Servant" (because sometimes, the City of Brotherly Love can be a tad creepy).
- The 'Burbs Get Their Due: "The Goldbergs" takes us back to the wacky world of 80s suburbia in Jenkintown, PA, while "Schooled," its spin-off, tackles the trials and tribulations of high school in the 90s.
Beyond the Big Cities: There's Drama in Them Hills (and Amish Country)
- Steel City Grit: Pittsburgh and its surrounding areas provide the backdrop for crime dramas like "Those Who Kill" and the new "Pretty Little Liars" reboot (because apparently, "A" can stalk you anywhere, even in the shadow of steel mills).
- Don't Mess with the Rust Belt: "American Rust" dives into the harsh realities of a struggling Pennsylvania town, proving that small-town life can be just as dramatic (and bleak) as anything you'd find in the big city.
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Reality Bites...Literally
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- Dance Moms Pittsburgh Takeover: For a while there, it seemed like every dance competition in America took place at a studio in Pittsburgh, thanks to the, ahem, "motivational" stylings of Abby Lee Miller in "Dance Moms."
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So, You Wanna Be on PA TV?
Look, unless you have a killer reality show idea involving competitive pie baking (shockingly, that's not a thing...yet), becoming a star of Pennsylvania-based television is probably out of the question for most of us. But hey, you can dream!
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FAQ: Pennsylvanian TV for the Curious
- How to tell if a show is filmed in Pennsylvania? Sometimes it's obvious (think cheesesteaks!), but other times, production companies like to keep locations vague. Look for local landmarks or accents that might give it away.
- How to find out more about Pennsylvania-filmed shows? A quick Google search with "[show name] filming location" should do the trick.
- How to visit filming locations in Pennsylvania? Some studios offer tours, but for most shows, it's about finding iconic spots featured on screen. Just remember to be respectful of private property!
- How to create my own Pennsylvania-based reality show? Get creative! But remember, the competition is fierce (pie baking show, anyone?).
- How to convince Hollywood to film more shows in Pennsylvania? Well, that one might be a stretch, but hey, you can always start a petition. Or write a scathing review of the latest season of Emily in Paris, a show demonstrably lacking in cheesesteaks. They might take notice then.
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