TVNZ has decided against commissioning a production of Dancing With The Stars in 2010.
The decision has been made, reluctantly, because the current market conditions do not support such an expensive show.
Despite its huge popularity the cost of mounting the multi-million dollar, BBC-format production has made Dancing With The Stars a very marginal venture for TVNZ - even in strong market conditions.
In a recessionary environment the network can no longer absorb losses made by big-budget productions.
TVNZ is treating the decision as a ‘rest’ for the programme, and will re-evaluate the situation for the following year.
If market conditions have improved significantly, TVNZ will look to re-establish the show in 2011.
Joseph Celona
TVNZ made a big mistake. yes they have the market in shows., But they are not showing respect to their viewers by taking off "Dancing With The Stars"
IT is live exciting and draws viewers. This reminds me of the orginal Star Trek series. The sponsors thought it ran its road but were they wrong. They should reconsider not taking it off. Many viewers I believe would support this decision
some dick that lost interest watching tv
Oh dear how sad - The history of free to air TV, - brought to you by customers of pay TV.
Rusty Viewer
New Zealand is too small for reality shows every year. Should be bi-annually or even less. Maybe once every 5 years. Same for idol, top model etc.
theidolwhorocks
What a shame. This is a huge loss for tvnz.