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network_type = [[Terrestrial television|Broadcast]] [[UHF]] [[television network]] |
network_type = [[Terrestrial television|Broadcast]] [[UHF]] [[television network]] |
available = National |
available = National |
owner = ''[[AMCARA Broadcasting Network]]'' and ''[[ABS–CBN Corporation]]''|
owner = ''[[Banahaw Broadcasting Corporation]]'' and ''[[ABS–CBN Corporation]]''|
key_people = Meckoy Quioge (Managing Director)<br>Rica Alfonso (marketing)<br>Edge Pamute (Special Events)|
key_people = Meckoy Quioge (Managing Director)<br>Rica Alfonso (marketing)<br>Edge Pamute (Special Events)|
launch_date = October 12, 1996|
launch_date = October 12, 1996|
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'''''Studio 23''''' is a [[Philippines|Filipino]] [[television network]] owned by the [[AMCARA Broadcasting Network]]. The network is named for its flagship station in [[Metro Manila]], [[DWAC-TV]], which is carried on UHF channel 23. The network is a sister network to the main [[ABS–CBN Corporation]], airing programming aimed towards young adults, such as [[North American]] imports and other [[English language]] programming, and original [[Filipino culture|Filipino]] programming aimed at the demographic as well, such as supplemental programming for ABS-CBN programs. This station studios are located at 3/F ABS-CBN Broadcast Center, Sgt. Esguerra Ave., Mother Ignacia St., [[Diliman]], [[Quezon City]].
'''''Studio 23''''' is a [[Philippines|Filipino]] [[television network]] owned by the [[Banahaw Broadcasting Corporation]]. The network is named for its flagship station in [[Metro Manila]], [[DWAC-TV]], which is carried on UHF channel 23. The network is a sister network to the main [[ABS–CBN Corporation]], airing programming aimed towards young adults, such as [[North American]] imports and other [[English language]] programming, and original [[Filipino culture|Filipino]] programming aimed at the demographic as well, such as supplemental programming for ABS-CBN programs. This station studios are located at [[Broadcast City]] Old Balara Captiol Hills [[Diliman]] [[Quezon City]] and 3/F ABS-CBN Broadcast Center, Sgt. Esguerra Ave., Mother Ignacia St., [[Diliman]], [[Quezon City]].


==History==
==History==
====AMCARA Broadcasting Network (1996-2010)====
At a planning session during the mid-1990s, ABS-CBN staff members were plotting out plans for a new UHF channel offering a more "upscale" alternative to the main ABS-CBN. This channel, was Studio 23. In the lead-up to the launch, ABS-CBN acquired the rights to many syndicated [[United States|US]] imports, such as [[Wheel of Fortune (US game show)|Wheel of Fortune]] and [[The Oprah Winfrey Show]].
At a planning session during the mid-1990s, ABS-CBN staff members were plotting out plans for a new UHF channel offering a more "upscale" alternative to the main ABS-CBN. This channel, was Studio 23. In the lead-up to the launch, ABS-CBN acquired the rights to many syndicated [[United States|US]] imports, such as [[Wheel of Fortune (US game show)|Wheel of Fortune]] and [[The Oprah Winfrey Show]].


The flagship station, [[DWAC-TV]], signed on about a month before the launch of Studio 23, simulcasting [[MTV Southeast Asia|MTV Asia]]. Studio 23 was officially launched on October 12, 1996, but as a timeshare with MTV Asia aired during the daytime, with Studio 23 programming taking over in the primetime hours. The first program aired on launch night was the movie ''[[The Bodyguard]]''. Two days later on October 14, 1996, ''News 23'' premiered, Studio 23's news program produced by [[ABS-CBN News & Current Affairs]]. On January 1, 2001, ABS-CBN severed their ties with MTV Asia, and Studio 23 gained total control of DWAC-TV. MTV moved to [[DWNB-TV]] after the change and relaunched as [[MTV Philippines]]. In 2003, Studio 23 had simulcasted with [[DWWX-TV|ABS-CBN Channel 2]] and it lasted within a few months.
The flagship station, [[DWAC-TV]], signed on about a month before the launch of Studio 23, simulcasting [[MTV Southeast Asia|MTV Asia]]. Studio 23 was officially launched on October 12, 1996, but as a timeshare with MTV Asia aired during the daytime, with Studio 23 programming taking over in the primetime hours. The first program aired on launch night was the movie ''[[The Bodyguard]]''. Two days later on October 14, 1996, ''News 23'' premiered, Studio 23's news program produced by [[ABS-CBN News & Current Affairs]]. On January 1, 2001, ABS-CBN severed their ties with MTV Asia, and Studio 23 gained total control of DWAC-TV. MTV moved to [[DWNB-TV]] after the change and relaunched as [[MTV Philippines]]. In 2003, Studio 23 had simulcasted with [[DWWX-TV|ABS-CBN Channel 2]] and it lasted within a few months.


====Banahaw Broadcasting Corporation era (2010-present)====
[[Image:Studio 23.jpg|thumb|left|200px|Logo used from 2004 to 2007.]]
[[Image:Studio 23.jpg|thumb|left|200px|Logo used from 2004 to 2007.]]
Studio 23's programming has evolved from being "upscale" (as suggested by their previous slogan as the "Premium Network"), to aimed more at the youth and young adult demographics. The network still airs a multitude of US imports, but Studio 23 also airs original programming, such as spinoffs and supplemental programming for shows aired on the main ABS-CBN network, such as [[Pinoy Dream Academy]] and [[Pinoy Big Brother]]. The network has won numerous awards from various groups, such as a silver medal in the Print category at the 2006 [[Promax Awards]]. Its flagship program, the talk show [[Y Speak]], has also won numerous awards and accolades. <ref> [http://alpha.studio23.tv/tabid/65/Default.aspx Studio 23 About Us/History Via www.studio23.tv] </ref>
Studio 23's programming has evolved from being "upscale" (as suggested by their previous slogan as the "Premium Network"), to aimed more at the youth and young adult demographics. The network still airs a multitude of US imports, but Studio 23 also airs original programming, such as spinoffs and supplemental programming for shows aired on the main ABS-CBN network, such as [[Pinoy Dream Academy]] and [[Pinoy Big Brother]]. The network has won numerous awards from various groups, such as a silver medal in the Print category at the 2006 [[Promax Awards]]. Its flagship program, the talk show [[Y Speak]], has also won numerous awards and accolades. <ref> [http://alpha.studio23.tv/tabid/65/Default.aspx Studio 23 About Us/History Via www.studio23.tv] </ref>
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* 2002-2004: Studio 23: Watch U Want!
* 2002-2004: Studio 23: Watch U Want!
* 2004-2009: Studio 23: KaBarkada Mo!
* 2004-2009: Studio 23: KaBarkada Mo!
* 2009-present: Studio 23: Get It Here!
* 2009-2010: Studio 23: Get It Here!
* 2010-present: BBC 23 The Big Beautiful Country!


==Studio 23 stations nationwide==
==Studio 23 stations nationwide==

Revision as of 23:10, 21 June 2010

Studio 23
TypeBroadcast UHF television network
Country
AvailabilityNational
OwnerBanahaw Broadcasting Corporation and ABS–CBN Corporation
Key people
Meckoy Quioge (Managing Director)
Rica Alfonso (marketing)
Edge Pamute (Special Events)
Launch date
October 12, 1996
Official website
Studio23.tv

Studio 23 is a Filipino television network owned by the Banahaw Broadcasting Corporation. The network is named for its flagship station in Metro Manila, DWAC-TV, which is carried on UHF channel 23. The network is a sister network to the main ABS–CBN Corporation, airing programming aimed towards young adults, such as North American imports and other English language programming, and original Filipino programming aimed at the demographic as well, such as supplemental programming for ABS-CBN programs. This station studios are located at Broadcast City Old Balara Captiol Hills Diliman Quezon City and 3/F ABS-CBN Broadcast Center, Sgt. Esguerra Ave., Mother Ignacia St., Diliman, Quezon City.

History

AMCARA Broadcasting Network (1996-2010)

At a planning session during the mid-1990s, ABS-CBN staff members were plotting out plans for a new UHF channel offering a more "upscale" alternative to the main ABS-CBN. This channel, was Studio 23. In the lead-up to the launch, ABS-CBN acquired the rights to many syndicated US imports, such as Wheel of Fortune and The Oprah Winfrey Show.

The flagship station, DWAC-TV, signed on about a month before the launch of Studio 23, simulcasting MTV Asia. Studio 23 was officially launched on October 12, 1996, but as a timeshare with MTV Asia aired during the daytime, with Studio 23 programming taking over in the primetime hours. The first program aired on launch night was the movie The Bodyguard. Two days later on October 14, 1996, News 23 premiered, Studio 23's news program produced by ABS-CBN News & Current Affairs. On January 1, 2001, ABS-CBN severed their ties with MTV Asia, and Studio 23 gained total control of DWAC-TV. MTV moved to DWNB-TV after the change and relaunched as MTV Philippines. In 2003, Studio 23 had simulcasted with ABS-CBN Channel 2 and it lasted within a few months.

Banahaw Broadcasting Corporation era (2010-present)

File:Studio 23.jpg
Logo used from 2004 to 2007.

Studio 23's programming has evolved from being "upscale" (as suggested by their previous slogan as the "Premium Network"), to aimed more at the youth and young adult demographics. The network still airs a multitude of US imports, but Studio 23 also airs original programming, such as spinoffs and supplemental programming for shows aired on the main ABS-CBN network, such as Pinoy Dream Academy and Pinoy Big Brother. The network has won numerous awards from various groups, such as a silver medal in the Print category at the 2006 Promax Awards. Its flagship program, the talk show Y Speak, has also won numerous awards and accolades. [1]

Programming

Studio 23 slogans

  • 1996-1999: Studio 23: Premium Network
  • 1999-2001: Studio 23: This is My Channel!
  • 2001-2002: Studio 23: Cool TV
  • 2002-2004: Studio 23: Watch U Want!
  • 2004-2009: Studio 23: KaBarkada Mo!
  • 2009-2010: Studio 23: Get It Here!
  • 2010-present: BBC 23 The Big Beautiful Country!

Studio 23 stations nationwide

Main article: Studio 23 stations

References