Santa Monica, CA – Ovation, America’s only arts network, has partnered with Shine International to introduce its original docu-series Young Marvels to broadcasters around the world. The series, which debuted in the U.S. this summer to critical acclaim, follows eight exceptionally gifted children on their journeys to become successful artists in dance, music, vocal performance and more.
Awarded the Parents Television Council (“PTC”) Seal of Approval®, Young Marvels explores the delicate balance these prodigies and their families strive to maintain between nurturing their talents and preserving the semblance of a normal childhood.
Hailing from across the United States, these young marvels include: Charlie (12), a cellist who studies at Juilliard; Clark (11), an accomplished opera singer; Sophia (13), a dancer who trains at the world-famous Millennium Dance Complex in Los Angeles; Duncan (14), a ballet dancer who moved to New York to attend American Ballet Theatre’s prestigious Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis School; Lev (8), a national champion in ballroom dancing; Mabou (8), a polyglot who speaks eight languages and plays seven instruments; Matthew (13), a blind musician and composer who plays piano, organ, and drums; and Mae Ya (12), a singer who stuns audiences with her emotionally-charged voice.
“Ovation first worked with Shine to distribute our original series A Chance to Dance so this is a continuation of that positive relationship,” said Brad Samuels, EVP, Content Distribution. “There are not many shows parents and kids really watch together anymore, but Young Marvels is one we feel will resonate with families all over the world.”
“We are thrilled to be working with Ovation again on this great series,” said Tania Jacobson, SVP Sales, Shine International. “I know that audiences around the world will want to follow these inspiring youngsters as they pursue their dreams. Their stories are truly incredible.”
Young Marvels was produced by Tremendous! Entertainment for Ovation. Shine International will represent sales and distribution for the series, which will make its international debut at this year’s MIPCOM conference.
