Another SaturdayNightLive star is branching out beyond the NBC late-night show. Cecily Strong is set to star in the Apple comedy 'Schmigadoon.' Details:
It revolves around a couple on a backpacking trip designed to reinvigorate their relationship who discover the magical town of Schmigadoon, in which everyone acts as if they’re in a studio musical from the 1940s. They then discover that they can’t leave until they find “true love.” Given the fantasy-like premise, sources say elements of the comedy could be animated. Sources also say the series will feature an ensemble of Broadway stars to play the townspeople of Schmigadoon.alongside Michaels.
The project hails from Universal Television, where Michaels' company is under a massive overall deal.star to reteam with Michaels for a scripted series. Aidy Bryant stars in the Michaels-produced Hulu comedydue next season on the broadcast network. segment some years ago, has been with the show since 2012 and contributes impressions of everyone from Rachel Maddow and Lin-Manuel Miranda to Melania and Ivana Trump.Strong is repped by ICM Partners and Brillstein Entertainment.
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