Upcoming Nickelodeon Star Rachel Crow Talks About Her New Nickelodeon Pilot

From MTV News USA:

Rachel Crow Wants Eminem On Her Nickelodeon Show

'X Factor' alum tells MTV News her Nick pilot will be 'really Rachel.'

Rachel Crow, the pint-size cutie who won over America on "The X Factor" and made a lasting impression with her heartbreaking elimination, may have come out of the singing competition a winner after all. Just last month, Crow not only landed a recording contract with Columbia Records, but also signed an overall talent deal with Nickelodeon to star in her own musical-comedy pilot.

MTV News caught up with Crow on the set of the Nick series "Fred: The Show," where she will be a series regular as the character Starr.

[Click here to watch MTV News' chat with upcoming Nickelodeon Star Rachel Crow]

"My head was exploding when I couldn't tell anyone," Crow said about her new projects. "I kept telling people, 'Oh, stuff will be coming out soon,' and then it kept getting pushed back, pushed back, and I was like, 'People are gonna think I'm lying!' But I'm so happy I can tell everyone about it now. I'm really excited."

Crow, who finished in fifth place on "X Factor," has not yet started filming her own series but promises it will be a true representation of her personality.

"I've been thinking about it. We're kind of in the first stages of deciding what it's gonna be now," Crow said. "But it'll be really fun, really Rachel. We'll see how it goes. I'm still thinking about it, something really fun and something that kids can relate to."

In addition to staying true to herself, she's also hoping to reach an audience that may not be too familiar with her: the boys.

"I want to reach the boy audience, because I know that's really hard to do," Crow admitted. "Boys don't usually watch a really girly show, but I want to make sure that it's a family-oriented, very fun, edgy, wacky show."

And to get that edgy twist she is looking for, she already has some dream guest stars in mind.

"I've always wanted to sing with Eminem. I know, it's really weird. I really love him," Crow said. "I would really love for ['Fred: The Show' star] Lucas [Cruikshank] to be on my show, a lot of the Nickelodeon stars. I'm still super excited, I can't even believe what's happening."

Are you excited for Rachel Crow's Nickelodeon show?

Also, from Digital Spy:

'X Factor' USA Rachel Crow: 'My Nick pilot will be really fun'

The X Factor star reveals that she would love Eminem to guest on her show.

Rachel Crow has revealed that her Nickelodeon show will be "really fun" and "really Rachel".

The X Factor USA star recently signed a talent deal with the network to make a pilot for a musical comedy show.

"We're kind of in the first stages of deciding what it's going to be now," Crow told MTV. "I'm still thinking about it, something really fun and something that kids can relate to."

Crow added that she wants to "reach the boy audience", adding that she would like a "family-oriented, very fun, edgy, wacky show".

Crow also revealed that she would love Eminem to guest on the programme, saying that she has always wanted to sing with him.

"I would really love for Lucas [Cruikshank] to be on my show, a lot of the Nickelodeon stars," she continued. "I'm still super excited, I can't even believe what's happening."

Simon Cowell, who mentored Crow on The X Factor, recently revealed that he thinks Nickelodeon is a "perfect fit" for her.

Former Nickelodeon UK Presenter Simon Amstell Talks To 'The Guardian'

The official website of the British national daily newspaper 'The Guardian', Guardian.co.uk, has posted an interview they conducted with former Nickelodeon UK Presenter Simon Amstell, where he briefly talks about his time presenting Nickelodeon UK in the late 1990's/early 2000's:

Ever since he was 13, Amstell had wanted to go into telly. He grew up in Essex, his father ran a courier and minicab firm, and his mum dreamed of singing. As a teenager, he and his brother turned a spare room into a DIY studio where they'd make their own shows and act out being professionals. "I loved The Big Breakfast. I loved seeing floor managers and clipboards and earpieces; when I got my first job, it was such a thrill to be wearing a microphone and have an earpiece!"

In 1993 he made his first TV appearance, as a contestant on the C4 gameshow GamesMaster; he popped up again in his early teens doing a Dame Edna impression on Good Morning With Anne And Nick, and as a budding magician on Family Catchphrase. By 18, he was presenting on children's TV station Nickelodeon – from which he has said he was sacked for being "sarcastic and mean to children" – and by the age of 21 Amstell had established himself as the irreverent interviewer on Popworld. "The way to do it was to be the opposite of whatever the pop shows were at the time. Pop shows were bland, and I did not want Popworld to be another bland pop show."

You can read the full interview, which also talks about Simon Amstell's upcoming 2012 tour, here on the official 'The Guardian' website, although parental guidance is recommended as the full article contains language which may offend throughout.

Interscope Records' Far East Movement Lends Their Unique Style And Sound On Original Theme Song For Monsuno Animated Series

Below is a press release from Business Wire via MarketWatch:

Interscope Records' Far East Movement Lends Their Unique Style & Sound on Original Theme Song for Monsuno Animated Series

MALIBU, Calif., Mar 12, 2012 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Pacific Animation Partners, a joint venture between leading U.S. toymaker JAKKS Pacific, Inc. [JAKK] and Dentsu Entertainment USA, has aligned with Cherrytree/Interscope Records' chart-topping performing artists, Far East Movement, to create an original theme song for the animated action adventure series, Monsuno(TM).

The Monsuno theme song, produced by Martin Kierzenbaum, Chairman of Cherrytree Records, is a high energy blend of hip-hop, pop, electro and dance that is a signature of Far East Movement's style and sound. This partnership marks the first time the group has created a theme song for an animated television series. The Monsuno theme song opens every episode of the animated series, which airs on Thursdays at 8:30 p.m. (ET) on Nicktoons, and brings to life the powerful action-driven animation and dynamic characters.

"We are very excited for the opportunity to be working with Interscope Records and their renowned artist, Far East Movement," said Stephen Berman, President and CEO, JAKKS Pacific, Inc. "The group's musical style and art form, which brought them to the forefront of the music industry, is the perfect complement to evoke the larger-than-life adventures of the Monsuno animated series. We are pleased to continue our long and valued relationship with Steve Berman and Interscope with this unique partnership."

"JAKKS Pacific and the Monsuno franchise is the perfect partner to bring Far East Movement to a new generation of fans," said Steve Berman, Vice Chairman of Interscope Geffen A&M Records. "Monsuno is fast becoming an outstanding boys action adventure property and we are excited to be working with Stephen Berman and his team at JAKKS to bring Far East Movement's trademark sound to the Monsuno audience."

Kev Nish from Far East Movement adds, "We had a great time creating the unique theme song for Monsuno and we think kids are going to love it! We love what we have seen of the animated show and can't wait to get our hands on the toys."

To listen to the Monsuno theme song, please visit http://bit.ly/MonsunoFMThemeSong . For more information on Monsuno, visit www.monsuno.com .

About Monsuno

The Monsuno(TM) series (52 x 30 min) is an epic boys action adventure where kids discover, command and battle creatures with destructive potential. A race to harness the power of Monsuno ensues between a group of heroic kids and the evil forces focused on destroying the planet. Built around powerful, action-driven animation, dynamic characters and a deeply woven original story mythology, Monsuno is anticipated to develop into a powerful force in the boys action arena for years to come. Targeting boys 6 -- 11, the Monsuno series will be supported by a JAKKS Pacific(R) toy line featuring innovative, kid-controlled action figures, accessories, playsets, collectables, electronics and integrated role play.

The Monsuno animated series premiered with two back-to-back half-hour episodes on Thursday, Feb. 23, at 8:00 p.m. (ET) on Nicktoons and will air in its regular timeslot on Thursdays at 8:30 p.m. In the 52-episode series, the fate of the world lies in the hands of a group of heroic kids who wrestle with the power to command and battle creatures called Monsuno. Monsuno will also air on Nickelodeon channels around the world, starting Summer 2012.

The Monsuno series is being co-produced by Pacific Animation Partners LLC, a joint venture between JAKKS Pacific, Inc. & Dentsu Entertainment USA, Inc., with FremantleMedia Enterprises and The Topps Company, Inc. FremantleMedia Enterprises will be responsible for the exclusive worldwide distribution of Monsuno TV programming except for Asia and act as the Master Licensing agent for the Monsuno brand outside of Asia. JAKKS Pacific is the creator of the underlying Monsuno property and master toymaker for the Monsuno toy line, which is expected to hit U.S. retail shelves to coincide with the U.S. TV series premiere anticipated for Spring 2012. The Topps Company has signed on to produce Monsuno trading card games, confectioneries and related products.

About Far East Movement

Far East Movement (Cherrytree Records/Interscope) -- This four-man group, also known as FM, blends elements of hip-hop, pop, electro, and dance to create an original sound. Group members Kev Nish, Prohgress, J-Splif, and DJ Virman, who wear stylish shades, fresh kicks and designer threads, took the Los Angeles club scene global with world tours, national television performances, song placements in television and film and a number 1 song (Girls On The Dance Floor) on Los Angeles radio before they released their debut album. The red hot pop sensation's debut album 'Free Wired,' released October 2010, had the explosive smash hit single 'Like A G6' which spent 3 weeks at the top of the Billboard Hot 100 and has sold over 3 million units. They followed 'Like A G6' success with 'Rocketeer,' another Top 10 Billboard Hot 100, Digital and iTunes song that's certified multi-platinum. Since their debut release, the guys have toured with music icons Lady Gaga, Rihanna, Lil Wayne, LMFAO, cutting edge acts like N*E*R*D, Robyn, La Roux and more. The group was awarded Best International Artist in 2010 by the M.net Asian Music Awards. They are finishing up the highly anticipated sophomore album Dirty Bass that hosts the single "Live My Life" featuring Justin Bieber.

About JAKKS Pacific, Inc.

JAKKS Pacific, Inc. [JAKK] is a leading designer and marketer of toys and consumer products with a wide range of products that feature popular brands and children's toy licenses. JAKKS' diverse portfolio includes Action Figures, Electronics, Dolls, Dress-Up, Role Play, Halloween Costumes, Kids Furniture, Vehicles, Plush, Art Activity Kits, Seasonal Products, Infant/Pre-School, Construction Toys, Ride-On Vehicles, Wagons, Inflatable Environments and Tents, and Pet Toys sold under various proprietary brands including JAKKS Pacific(R), Creative Designs International(TM), Road Champs(R), Funnoodle(R), JAKKS Pets(TM), Plug It In & Play TV Games(TM), Kids Only!(TM), Tollytots(R), Disguise(R) and Moose Mountain(R). JAKKS is an award-winning licensee of several hundred nationally and internationally known trademarks including Nickelodeon(R), Warner Bros.(R), Ultimate Fighting Championship(R), Hello Kitty(R), Graco(R), Cabbage Patch Kids(R) and Pokemon(R). www.jakks.com

ABOUT DENTSU ENTERTAINMENT USA, INC.

Headquartered in Santa Monica, CA, Dentsu Entertainment USA, Inc. was formed in April 2010 as a wholly owned subsidiary of Dentsu Inc. (Tokyo Stock Exchange, Code 4324), the world's largest advertising agency brand and a leading producer of Japanese animation, with over 18,000 full-time employees and close to 100 offices worldwide. Dentsu Entertainment USA develops original animation programming and media content for markets worldwide, and manages licensing programs for existing and new properties. Current projects include Chub City(R), a toy based property featuring street-savvy characters and vehicles, currently in development as an animated series, Deltora Quest(R), a 52-episode animated series based on the international top-selling fantasy-adventure book series of the same name already airing in multiple markets worldwide, and Mameshiba(TM), a collection of animated shorts and character licensing program with over $100 million in product sales since 2008.

ABOUT FREMANTLEMEDIA ENTERPRISES & FREMANTLEMEDIA

FremantleMedia is one of the leading creators and producers of entertainment brands in the world. FremantleMedia is part of the RTL Group, Europe's largest television and radio broadcast company, which is in turn 90 percent owned by Bertelsmann AG, one of the world's major media and entertainment companies. FremantleMedia's worldwide production arm is responsible for many of the world's highest rated prime time entertainment, drama, serial drama and factual entertainment programmes. FremantleMedia Enterprises is the brand extension arm of FremantleMedia, offering a one-stop-shop for all Licensing, Distribution and Home Entertainment around the world. The FremantleMedia Group (which includes FremantleMedia North America, UFA, talkbackTHAMES, FremantleMedia Australia and Original Productions amongst others) has operations in 22 countries, one of the most comprehensive global networks, creating nearly 10,000 hours of programming a year, rolling out more than 60 formats and managing over 300 individual titles. FremantleMedia has some of the world's most sought after and long running formats in its catalogue, and globally, produces such programmes as: Idols (co-produced with 19 Productions in the US), Hole In The Wall, Got Talent (co-produced with Syco in the UK and the US), The X Factor (co-produced with Syco in the UK), Take Me Out, Family Feud, The Price is Right, Farmer Wants A Wife, Gute Zeiten Schlechte Zeiten, and Neighbours.

ABOUT THE TOPPS COMPANY, INC.

Founded in 1938, Topps ( www.topps.com ) is a leading creator and marketer of sports and entertainment cards, related collectibles, and popular confectionery brands. Topps products include Major League Baseball, NFL, WWE, UFC, Star Wars, Club Penguin, and other trading cards, sticker album collections, and collectible games. The Company's confectionery portfolio includes "Bazooka" bubble gum, "Ring Pop", "Push Pop", "Baby Bottle Pop" and "Juicy Drop Pop" lollipops. Topps was acquired in October 2007 by Madison Dearborn Partners, a private equity group, and Michael Eisner, former CEO of Disney. Headquartered in New York City, Topps also maintains offices in Pennsylvania, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Italy, and Argentina.

This press release may contain forward-looking statements (within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995) that are based on current expectations, estimates and projections about JAKKS Pacific's business based partly on assumptions made by its management. These statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict. Therefore, actual outcomes and results may differ materially from what is expressed or forecasted in such statements due to numerous factors, including, but not limited to, those described above, changes in demand for JAKKS' products, product mix, the timing of customer orders and deliveries, the impact of competitive products and pricing, and difficulties with integrating acquired businesses. The forward-looking statements contained herein speak only as of the date on which they are made, and JAKKS undertakes no obligation to update any of them to reflect events or circumstances after the date of this release.

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Nickelodeon Star Carlos Pena Confirms Nickelodeon Boy Band "Big Time Rush" Planning To Do A Collaboration With UK-Irish Boy Band One Direction

From Examiner.com:

One Direction collaborations: Big Time Rush definite; Justin Bieber possible

Justin Bieber and One Direction are currently the most popular male teen idols in the world. And now Bieber's manager says that Bieber and One Direction could team up on a music project. In addition, One Direction is definitely planning to collaborate with Nickelodeon boy band Big Time Rush on a song and music video.

One Direction came in third place on "The X Factor" U.K. in 2010.

On March 10, 2012, a fan asked Bieber's manager Scooter Braun on Twitter: “Do you think justin could ever possibly colab with one direction?"

Braun replied: "Very possible. he likes them and thinks they are good dudes. all people of that generation should be there to help EACHOTHER.”

One Direction did its first North American tour as the opening act for Big Time Rush from February 24 to March 9, 2012.

Big Time Rush member Carlos Pena told Teen that there is a collaboration in the works with One Direction and Big Time Rush: "There’s gonna be a special video coming out with us and 1D. I’m not sure if you saw the 'Call Me Maybe' video, but we’re making one with a special song that I can’t tell you about, but it’s gonna be us and them. It’s gonna be pretty crazy."

One Direction have teamed up with other artists for these musical collaborations on stage:

* Various performances with other "X Factor" U.K. finalists during the show in 2010.

* On "The X Factor" U.K. season finale in 2010, the group performed "She's the One" with Robbie Williams.

* On "The X Factor" U.K. season finale in 2011, One Direction performed with JLS in a mash-up of of JLS's "She Makes Me Wanna" and One Direction's "What Makes You Beautiful." Both songs were No. 1 hits in the U.K.

On recorded songs, One Direction peformed with other artists on two "X Factor" U.K. charity singles that were No. 1 hits in the U.K.:

* A 2010 remake of David Bowie's "Heroes" with the Top 16 "X Factor" U.K. finalists of 2010.

* A 2011 remake of Rose Royce's "Wishing on a Star" with JLS and the Top 16 "X Factor" U.K. finalists of 2011.

Multi-Platinum Pop Sensation Katy Perry To Perform Live At Nickelodeon's 25th Annual Kids' Choice Awards, Saturday, March 31, At 8 P.M

Below is a Nickelodeon Press Release from PRNewswire regarding Nickelodeon's 2012 Kids' Choice Awards / Nickelodeon's 25th Annual Kids' Choice Awards:

Multi-Platinum Pop Sensation Katy Perry to Perform Live at Nickelodeon's 25th Annual Kids' Choice Awards, Saturday, March 31, at 8 p.m.

Star-Studded Presenter Lineup Joining Host Will Smith in Celebrating 25th Anniversary Milestone Includes Chris Rock, Emma Stone, Andrew Garfield, Zac Efron, Heidi Klum, Victoria Justice, Miranda Cosgrove, Big Time Rush, Chris Colfer and Cee Lo Green

LOS ANGELES, March 12, 2012 /Nickelodeon 2012 Kids' Choice Awards Press Release via PRNewswire/ -- Multi-platinum recording artist and global superstar Katy Perry will break the sound barrier at USC's Galen Center with her first live performance at Nickelodeon's 2012 Kids' Choice Awards on Saturday, March 31, at 8 p.m. (ET/tape delayed for West Coast). Perry, topping the number of Kids' Choice Award nominations by an individual this year, will join host Will Smith and a powerhouse roster of celebrity presenters, including Chris Rock (What to Expect When You're Expecting), Emma Stone (The Amazing Spider-Man), Andrew Garfield (The Amazing Spider-Man), Zac Efron (The Lucky One), Heidi Klum (Project Runway), Victoria Justice (Victorious), Miranda Cosgrove (iCarly), Big Time Rush, Chris Colfer (Glee) and Cee Lo Green (The Voice) as well as recently announced performers, UK pop sensation One Direction. Kids can cast their votes until March 31 in 20 total categories across all of Nickelodeon's digital outlets, including Nick.com, Nick Mobile app as well as Nickelodeon's Facebook page and Twitter feed.

(Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120312/NY68049)

"Katy Perry has doubly earned her position as kid favorite -- through her music of course -- but also for reveling in an outrageous sliming on the show two years ago," said Marjorie Cohn, President, Original Programming and Development, Nickelodeon/MTVN Kids and Family Group and Executive Producer of the show. "She works hard and plays hard and that's what makes her performance on the KCA's one to look forward to."

A global superstar whose two albums have generated a record-breaking string of #1 hit singles and multiplatinum sales during the past four years, Katy Perry has just concluded her sold-out "California Dreams Tour" with124 arena performances internationally. The special edition Teenage Dream: The Complete Confection will be in stores March 27th and features three new songs, including "Part Of Me," which debuted at #1 on iTunes, with over 400,000 downloads in its first week, after an electrifying performance at this year's Grammy Awards. Perry is nominated for three Kids' Choice Awards this year, including Favorite Female Singer, Favorite Song ("Firework") and Favorite Voice in an Animated Movie for her role on The Smurfs.

Fans can now vote for their favorite stars on Nick.com and via a Facebook application that will live on the Nickelodeon Facebook page. Users will be able to vote from a tab on the page and, for the first time ever, the entire voting experience can be embedded directly into Facebook wall posts. Also new this year, fans will be able to vote for their favorite nominees on Twitter through the use of custom hash tags.

This year, kids not only pick the winners, but they get to help host Will Smith pull off the greatest celebratory silver anniversary slime moment. Through a brand-new iPad, iPhone and iPod app, and the KCA website, kids need to find slime hidden throughout the photo galleries, news, and videos. If kids collect enough slime, Will Smith will pull off the biggest slime event ever in this year's show. Aided by weekly mission videos featuring iCarly's Jennette McCurdy, Jerry Trainor, and Nathan Kress, kids will have the chance to earn digital rewards and move up the slime operative ranks.

Leading up to the show, the apps and website will also feature daily KCA news, video updates, photo galleries and videos from past KCAs, behind the scenes video of this year's preparations, and dedicated information pages on the host and nominees. In addition, the entire Orange Carpet pre-show will be streamed live through the apps and website, followed by a live backstage companion stream during the main show.

Last year, Nickelodeon's 2011 Kids' Choice Awards, hosted by actor/comedian Jack Black, ranked as basic cable's top telecast for the week (March 28, 2011–April 3, 2011) with 7.3 million total viewers. The show also ranked as the week's top telecast with kids and tweens on all TV, averaging a 9.8/3.5 million K2-11, 12.7/2.7 million K6-11 and 11.7/2.5 million T9-14. The star-studded telecast also scored the most votes in the show's history—a record 200 million (+70%, over 2010) votes were cast across Nick.com, Nick's mobile site, an iPhone application, an iPad-optimized site, TeenNick.com and Nick's Facebook page. Nick.com celebrated its highest trafficked day ever on April 2, earning 42 million page views (+9%) and reaching over 2.2 million visitors across its website, mobile and tablet sites (+14%). Additionally, the audience for the live simulcast of Countdown to Kids' Choice across these digital platforms posted double-digit increases (+39%) over the previous year.

Nickelodeon's Kids' Choice Awards is more global than ever in 2012, seen in over 300 million households around the world. Within hours of airing live in the United States and Canada, the show will roll out in additional international markets, providing kids around the world the opportunity to tune into their local Nickelodeon channel to enjoy the show faster than ever. In many international markets, the 2012 KCAs will feature country-specific award categories and nominees, such as Nickelodeon Italia's Favorite Star and Nickelodeon UK's Favorite Show. Voting for the 2012 KCAs will span over six continents across 13 localized voting sites in 10 different languages, giving kids practically everywhere the chance to decide who takes home a coveted blimp.

Presenting sponsors of Nickelodeon's 2012 Kids' Choice Awards are General Mills, Hasbro, Honda and Target. Associate sponsors are Bounty™, McDonald's, Nintendo and Skechers.

Nickelodeon's 25th Annual Kids' Choice Awards is being produced by Nickelodeon Productions in association with Bob Bain Productions. Bob Bain, Marjorie Cohn and Paula Kaplan are Executive Producers. Media outlets can reference the most up-to-date information on Nickelodeon's 25th Annual Kids' Choice Awards by logging onto www.NickKCApress.com.

Nickelodeon, now in its 32nd year, is the number-one entertainment brand for kids. It has built a diverse, global business by putting kids first in everything it does. The company includes television programming and production in the United States and around the world, plus consumer products, online, recreation, books and feature films. Nickelodeon's U.S. television network is seen in more than 100 million households and has been the number-one-rated basic cable network for 17 consecutive years. For more information or artwork, visit http://www.nickpress.com. Nickelodeon and all related titles, characters and logos are trademarks of Viacom Inc. (NASDAQ: VIA, VIAB).

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Also, from The Silver Tongue:

Katy Perry to Perform at Nickelodeon’s 25th Annual Kids’ Choice Awards

Multi-platinum pop sensation Katy Perry will make her Nickelodeon debut at Nick’s 2012 Kids’ Choice Awards, hosted by Will Smith, on Saturday, March 31, at 8 p.m. at USC’s Galen Center. Kids can cast their votes until March 31 in 20 total categories across all of Nickelodeon’s digital outlets, including Nick.com, Nick Mobile app as well as Nickelodeon’s Facebook page and Twitter feed.

Perry topped the number of Kids’ Choice Award nominations by an individual this year, including nominations for Favorite Female Singer, Favorite Song (“Firework”) and Favorite Voice in an Animated Movie for her role on The Smurfs.

This year’s presenters include Chris Rock (What to Expect When You’re Expecting), Emma Stone (The Amazing Spider-Man), Andrew Garfield (The Amazing Spider-Man), Zac Efron (The Lucky One), Heidi Klum (Project Runway), Victoria Justice (Victorious), Miranda Cosgrove (iCarly), Big Time Rush, Chris Colfer (Glee) and Cee Lo Green (The Voice) as well as recently announced performers, UK pop sensation One Direction.

This year, fans can vote for their favorite stars on Nick.com and via a Facebook application on the Nickelodeon Facebook page. Users will be able to vote from a tab on the page and embed their voting directly into Facebook wall posts. Fans will also be able to vote for their favorite nominees on Twitter.

Last year, Nickelodeon’s 2011 Kids’ Choice Awards, hosted by actor/comedian Jack Black, was the top-ranked telecast on basic cable for the week (March 28, 2011–April 3, 2011) with 7.3 million total viewers.

Also, from Digital Spy:

Katy Perry to perform on Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards 2012

Katy Perry will take to the stage to perform later this month.

Katy Perry has been confirmed to perform at the upcoming 25th annual Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards later this month.

The 'Part of Me' singer will take the stage to perform the single at the March 31 ceremony, held at the University of Southern California (USC)'s Galen Centre in Los Angeles.

"Katy Perry has doubly earned her position as kid favourite - through her music, of course - but also for revelling in an outrageous sliming on the show two years ago," said president of Original Programming and Development at Nickelodeon Marjorie Cohn in a statement.

"She works hard and plays hard, and that's what makes her performance on the KCAs one to look forward to."

Perry, who was recently announced as the guest performer on this weekend's Let's Dance for Sport Relief grand final in the UK, has been nominated in the 'Favourite Song' category for her track 'Firework'.

She also received nods in 'Favourite Female Singer' and 'Favourite Voice in an Animated Movie' categories for her role in The Smurfs.

The 25th annual Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards will be hosted by Will Smith and will also include a performance by boyband One Direction.

Also, Tweeted (posted) by Nickelodeon UK and Ireland's Press Office on their official Twitter profile page (@NickelodeonUKPR):

Amazing news Katy Perry will be performing alongside #1D at this years Kids' Choice Awards #KCAUK...we are beyond excited!!

Also, Tweeted (posted) by Nickelodeon UK and Ireland on their official Twitter profile page (@NickelodeonUK):

Did you hear the #KCAUK news?!?! Only a lil @katyperry performing at our Kids' Choice Awards:D Cldnt b MORE excited! http://ow.ly/i/vGZj

Also, from RTT News:

The pop phenom may or may not get slimed, according to an MTV rep

Nickelodeon UK Starts Auditioning Children For "Camp Orange 2012", Nickelodeon's Adventure Reality Show For Best Friends

According to the official Nickelodeon UK websites' official "Camp Orange UK" website, Nick.co.uk/CampOrange, Nickelodeon UK and Ireland have opened the auditions process for the brand new season of "Camp Orange" and are now looking for teams of children aged between 11-14 to take part in the next series of "Camp Orange", Nickelodeon's adventure reality show for best friends.

The teams who are chosen from the auditions will travel away for a week to a secret location to film next "Camp Orange" series!

For lots more information about how to audition and apply to be in the next season of "Camp Orange", and to view lots of audition tips (including a streaming video presented by Nickelodeon UK presenters Anna Williamson and Jamie Rickers), the rules, frequently asked questions, the Camp Orange 2012 audition guidelines, and to download the parent / guardian consent letter, please visit Nickelodeon UK's official "Camp Orange 2012" website, www.nick.co.uk/shows/camporange

Nickelodeon UK and Ireland must receive all entries for "Camp Orange 2012" by Saturday 14th April 2012, so please make sure you post your entry to Nick UK in plenty of time.

Good luck to everyone who enters!

Nickelodeon UK's "Camp Orange 2012" is in association with Robinsons Fruit Shoot.

Nickelodeon UK is expected to premiere and show the next series of "Camp Orange UK", "Camp Orange 2012", during Summer 2012 on Nickelodeon UK/HD.

Also, Tweeted (posted) by Nickelodeon UK and Ireland's Press Office on their official Twitter profile page (@NickelodeonUKPR):

Super excited to announce that #CampOrange will be back for a second season! Fearless Friends sign up now on http://nick.co.uk/camporange

Also, Tweeted (posted) by Nickelodeon UK and Ireland on their official Twitter profile page (@NickelodeonUK):

Its official... #CAMPORANGE is back for summer 2012! Audition entry is now open so head to http://ow.ly/9EFfr to be part of the action!

And:

You have a month to get ur entries in to be part of #CAMPORANGE 2012! Check out last years auditions, toptips & deets:) http://ow.ly/9EGce

Also:

Want to be on Nickelodeon? Course you do! #CAMPORANGE audition entry is now open! Head here http://ow.ly/9ON61 to be part of the action!

And:

Elsie Cussons: 1 year since #CAMPORANGE started for me and I was lucky enough to go. BEST EXPERIENCE EVER! #YORKIECORKY [Yorkie Corky]

@NickelodeonUK: YorkieCorky are a tough act to follow! Can this years #CAMPORANGE auditionees step up to the challenge?!

Also:

Attention #CAMPORANGE campers! You only have until 12th April to get ur audition applications in! Have you started yet? http://ow.ly/9UoSh

And:

how do me and my friend enter camp orange?

@NickelodeonUK: Deets here http://ow.ly/a5Wxc Make sure u send ur entry in b4 14th April!

Also, from Digital Spy UK:

Nickelodeon 'Camp Orange' holds auditions for second series

The UK version of hit Australian children's show Camp Orange has been given a new series on Nickelodeon and is looking for new contestants.

The show features pairs of friends going head to head in a variety of gunge-based challenges, recorded in a secret location in the UK. The series is hosted by former Toonattik presenters Anna Williamson and Jamie Rickers, accompanied by former Olympian Denise Lewis.

After five weeks of competing in "the slimiest, grubbiest and smelliest series of challenges", one team will be crowned "Champ Orange" in a public vote.

Last year's winners received a luxury trip on the Norwegian Epic Nickelodeon Cruise around the Mediterranean alongside a lineup of Nickelodeon stars.

"Inviting British kids to be involved in a Nickelodeon series is always fantastic but Camp Orange is such a celebration of friendship, achievement and enjoying the outdoors, that it feels extra special to be giving our audience the chance to be a part of it," said Nickelodeon UK managing director Tina McCann.

"Along with being physically and mentally tested, the teams that are selected for Camp Orange are set to have a lot of fun with the new challenges and fantastic prizes that are part of the second season."

Children aged 11-14 should visit the Nickelodeon website for entry details and to submit their audition videos.

The show is into its seventh series in Australia and will return in the UK in August.

Also, Tweeted (posted) by Nickelodeon UK Researcher and Nickelodeon Towers, London, UK resident Adam John Parker (also known as Adam J Parker) on his official Twitter profile feed (@adamjohnparker):

@JoeHurstActor Hey Valley Commando! All applicants MUST go to http://nick.co.uk/camporange and apply through there... Hope all is well #CAMPORANGE