The very recent episode ‘Heat of the Moment’ from the eighth season of ‘Degrassi: The Next Generation’ was aired on March 6, 2009 and the next, Jane Says (Part 1) would be aired on July 3, 2009. Honestly, I don’t know what is the reason of this little gap between the episodes? If you have any information, please let me know, the comment section is waiting for you, to jot down your ideas. I guess, there might be some time-slot problem, like in case of Ugly Betty.

So, what’re your plans to spend this time period? I’d be watching the episodes that I missed due to some inevitable circumstances. And, would also continue my quest to go into the depth of the storyline of the upcoming episodes of Degrassi: The Next Generation tv show. Just a few minutes ago, I came to know about the names and storylines of the episodes which are to be aired next on Degrassi: The Next Generation.

The first episode which we would see, after Degrassi: The Next Generation returns from this temporary hiatus would be, Jane Says. It’d be a two part episode, and the second part would also be aired on the same day, July 3, 2009. Following it would be, Touch of Grey, which would be aired on July 10, 2009. Next episode in the row would be, Heart of Glass, scheduled to be aired on July 17, 2009. Then would be, ‘Up Where We Belong’, to be aired on July 24, 2009. Danger Zone would hit our TV screens, on July 31, 2009. And, during the eighth season of ‘Degrassi: The Next Generation’, we would also see one of the longest TV episodes. It’s entitled ‘Paradise City‘ and it’s gonna be a four part episode.

As soon as the season 8 of ‘Degrassi: The Next Generation’ would complete its airings, season 9, the officially confirmed season, would be ready to take its place. If you’re not willing to wait up-to July 3, 2009, to watch the episodes of Degrassi: The Next Generation’, click here, to watch the clips from the upcoming episodes. Moreover, you can also watch and download Degrassi: The Next Generation.

Season: 8

Episode: 5

First Aired: 10/26/2008

Peter begins a relationship with Mia and a friendship with Riley. However, he finds out how difficult it can be to balance them both. Meanwhile Clare and Alli finds a surprise at Mr. Simpson’s house.

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Season: 8

Episode: 1

First Aired: 10/5/2008

Mia is scouted to be a top model and will stop at nothing to get this dream job.

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Note: The N, the American home of Degrassi, doesn’t always show the same episodes in the same order as CTV. So while it is the seventh season on both sides of the St. Lawrence River, it may not always be that way.

The WGA may be striking, but that doesn’t mean there won’t be new shows to watch anywhere. It just means that viewers in the US may have to strike out in new directions — a web-only series like Mr. Robinson’s Driving School on MSNBC may satisfy your itch for quirky, sketch-driven comedy while those of you looking for a teen drama to take the place of “Gossip Girl” when it eventually stops airing new episodes may satisfy that craving with “Degrassi: The Next Generation”.

As much as I’d like to scold you for watching “Gossip Girl” (I confess, I watch it sometimes, though not for long, as those poor HaraGossip girls just make me sad), I’d rather take this opportunity to catch you up on what’s been going on in season 7 of Degrassi.

Season 6 saw the murder of Degrassi student J.T. Yorke at the hands of a Lakehurst boy, a tragic consequence of the tension that had been simmering between Degrassi and its crosstown rival. Students at both schools barely had any time to mourn before a fire destroyed Lakehurst’s schoolbulding, forcing the student bodies to merge and share Degrassi’s facilities. Degrassi isn’t in a mood to play the welcoming host, and Lakehurst isn’t being polite — fights break out whenever students get too close, and teachers are too busy trying to run the school to keep their students from killing each other.

While Degrassi cheerleader Manny works on a bi-partisan committee to increase the peace, Toby doesn’t hesitate to call out the Lakehurst crowd for their contribution to J.T.’s demise. Spinner takes the same tack, using the fear and frustration from a recent testicular cancer diagnosis to battle with anyone and anything that gets in his way. Thank goodness Lakehurst student Jane is there to talk him down from the ledge and help him focus on fighting his illness, and not his fellow students.

Elsewhere, good girl Darcy is reeling. She’s finally coming to terms with the fact that she was raped after being drugged at a party she was forbidden to attend. Boyfriend Peter and school counselor Ms. Sauve are doing what they can, but the only person who knows Darcy was raped is Peter. And now media teacher Mr. Simpson, an unlikely confidant and ally, who promises not to tell anybody else about Darcy’s stark revelation. I’m guessing that his choice to keep mum is going to make for poor consequences for him and for Darcy, but I’m not going to give that away just yet.

And over at University — we’re now in the second year for some recent Degrassi alumni — Marco is finally ready to move on after boyfriend Dylan took off to play professional hockey in Switzerland. Paige’s new fashionista job was the last straw in her relationship with Miss Alex. Ellie is still dating her “plays 23 but looks 33″ editor Jesse. I’m hoping the college portion of the show gets juicier, though I don’t know if dorm life can quite compete with the pressure cooker of high school.

I sense the violence may give way to a fairly palpable resentment, as Lakehurt’s mega-biatch Holly J. (sister to phantom Degrassi student Heather Sinclair) continues to assert her presence. Her misinterpretation of a shared racial (though not exactly racist) joke between Manny and Damian nearly derailed the unification process, and I don’t think she’s quite done yet. It will be interesting to see what other new relationships may form — I’m excited about Jane and Spinner, though the eventual breakup of second year seniors Ashley and Jimmy over a difference of opinion in their musical future is less happily
anticipated.

And yes, I know this is all confusing. Why should you care about a bunch of Canadian teenagers and their drama? It’s entertaining, it feels as authentic as a scripted show can feel, and it’s an import I am happy to promote in the spirit of Canadian-US relations.

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Jessica Stroup, soon to gain attention on the CW’s hotly anticipated “90210,” tells us the production has been “unlike anything” she’s experienced before. “They’re keeping it so secret,” says the actress, whose credits range from a recurring role on “Reaper” to the big screen “The Hills Have Eyes II.”  Stroup, who plays teenage YouTube show star Erin Silver — just Silver to her friends — on the new show, says that at first mention of a contemporary “90210″ spinoff, “I kind of shrugged it off, like, ‘Really? That’s amazing, if it’s done with the right people.’

I auditioned for the Annie role” — that went to Shenae Grimes of “Degrassi: The Next Generation.” “I was told they were going a different way, but I got the option to try out for Silver, which went through multiple changes.”

That was especially as the show changed hands, from creator and former “Veronica Mars” producer Rob Thomas, who stepped down due to other commitments — “I have the utmost respect for him” — to Gabe Sachs and Jeff Judah of “What About Brian” and “Freaks & Geeks” fame. The duo subsequently rethought the “90210″ pilot. “Gabe and Jeff are absolute geniuses,” Jessica enthuses. “They listen to what you have to say as far as input into the character. When they got hold of the reins, they changed mine a lot. I’m thrilled with her.” Adds Stroup of the Sept. 2-debuting “90210,” “They wanted to be sure they were being loyal to the old fans while creating a show the new generation was going to tap into.”

FOOD FOR THOUGHT: If anyone thinks Americans don’t stand up and express their concerns, host of “Trading Spaces” Paige Davis, who was fired from the show and later brought back, can attest that there are some passionate people out there. At least when it comes to their viewing preferences. “People love their TV. I wish people would write as many letters and get so upset about different things in government instead of when their host is gone from their favorite show,” says Davis about the tremendous amount of support she got after being ousted from the show. “To have that kind of support helped me get through that. People would say, ‘Oh, I don’t watch the show anymore because you’re gone.’ I don’t even know if that is true, but it makes you feel good.”

CATCHING UP: Robby Benson is busy with post-production on his latest directorial project, the movie “Billy: The Early Years,” which tells the story of the youthful career of evangelist Billy Graham, and is expected to hit some 300-plus theaters Oct. 10, in celebration of Rev. Graham’s 90th birthday. Arnie Hammer — grandson of late oil tycoon Armand Hammer — plays Graham. Benson and wife Karla recently performed his “Open Heart” play with music in Iowa, having already done an off-Broadway stint with the show inspired by the actor/director/author/musician and NYU professor’s treacherous history of heart problems and surgeries.

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The teens of Degrassi: The Next Generation prep for graduation day in tonight’s season finale with the usual fluttery nerves and hopes for the future — and a rumour that Natasha Bedingfield might perform at the prom. (7:30 p.m., CTV, channel 42, cable 13)

Here’s what’s happening today on the small screen:

The country’s phone lines will be buzzing tonight as Canadian Idol fans vote on this, the first live performance episode of the season. Twelve of the Top 24 contestants will sing in this instalment. The other 12 hit the stage Tuesday and the results show is on Wednesday. This season producers are breaking from the traditional format of male singers on one night, female singers on another. Instead, the performance episodes will be coed, a result of the uneven gender split in the semifinalists (15 guys, nine girls). (CTV)

* Over at How Do You Solve a Problem Like Maria? the two candidates with the fewest votes will square off in a singing contest. One will be sent packing in the end. (CBC)

* OMG. “Seven years of friendship teeter on the precipice of ruin” tonight on the Canadian teen drama Degrassi: The Next Generation, says a press release. The shocking developments happen as Liberty and Damian make out at the Class of ‘07 prom and graduation ceremony - much to the dismay of Emma and Toby. Pop star Natasha Bedingfield has a cameo. (CTV)

* Speaking of big revelations, Mr. & Mrs. bin Laden on The Passionate Eye profiles the little-known fourth son of Osama bin Laden. Omar bin Laden reveals in the doc that his last name is a burden. He also offers his thoughts on his father and the Sept. 11 attacks. (CBC Newsworld)

Music and Film in Motion (MFM) is pleased to announce its next workshop from the In Sight and Sound Seminar Series titled “The Craft of Storyboards” on Wednesday, June 25th from 7 to 9 p.m.

Storyboarding is an essential skill employed by filmmakers and animators to conceptualize their script and communicate their vision to their crew. This session will cover tips and techniques on how to get the most from your storyboard and approaches to translating a script from words to images.

The session will be instructed by Storyboard Artist Sean Moore. Sean has been an Assistant Art Director on several projects such as the films “Breach”, “Art of the Dead” and the popular television series “Degrassi: The Next Generation” among others. His work behind the scenes also includes Props Assistant and Set Dresser on various projects.

Northern Ontario filmmakers cannot afford to miss out on this vital session which will focus on starting up as a Storyboard Artist, technological advances, new techniques and changes to the process among other topics.

The session, free for members and $5 for non-members, will be taking place at Music and Film in Motion, located at 96 Larch St., suite 200, in Sudbury. For more information or to register for this session, please call MFM at 705-674-9954 or visit the website at www.thinknorth.ca. Space is limited so please book ahead to reserve a place. This session is offered in English only.

Music and Film in Motion is a non-profit organization whose mandate is to foster and promote the development of the music and film industries in Northern Ontario.

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Degrassi may be closing its doors for the summer, but fans can stay connected with their favourite characters and other viewers through the latest phenomenon in social entertainment, vSide.

Degrassi: The Next Generation has become the first Canadian television series to launch a presence in vSide, the 3-D, online, next-generation virtual world.

To celebrate, Degrassi: TNG will host “Degrassi Spirit Week”, a virtual, week-long event beginning Monday, June 16 that will see Degrassi cast members make appearances through their avatars in vSide at degrassi.ctv.ca.

Airing Mondays at 7:30 p.m. ET on CTV, just one new episode is left before Degrassi ends Season 7 with a prom and a special appearance by Natasha Bedingfield in the finale on June 23 (visit CTV.ca to confirm local broadcast times). Degrassi: TNG will continue to air on Mondays at 7:30 p.m. ET until Season 8 premieres in the fall on CTV.

A “place to party with your friends online,” vSide is a three-dimensional platform that provides a real-time place to interact with friends in a graphically stunning online environment.

Targeted for the 13-24 age demographic, vSide allows teens to express their creativity and connect with friends who have similar interests in music, entertainment and fashion. Users create a customized avatar, which is a user’s representation of themselves in the form of a 3D animated character.

The avatar allows them to travel through the vSide universe, interact with others in the vSide community, and play games and trivia to earn vSide credits to purchase virtual items. Users can also select and decorate their own apartments, where they can throw parties, play music, stream YouTube videos and more.

Activity and chat in the vSide environment is monitored at all times to ensure that it’s a safe environment for teens.

In a Canadian exclusive last night, eTalk’s Ben Mulroney created a 3D avatar of himself and held the first-ever virtual interview with Degrassi cast member Mike Lobel (Jay) in the Degrassi DOT Grill in vSide.

To view the innovative eTalk interview and take a firsthand look at the vSide environment click here.

To download vSide, visit degrassi.ctv.ca.

“vSide is the latest extension of the Degrassi brand beyond the television screen,” said Susanne Boyce, President, Creative, Content and Channels, CTV Inc.

“This series continues to break barriers and vSide is literally a virtual breakthrough for Canadian television.”

“Our fans tell us they want to connect with our show any way they can, so what better way to do that than by spending time with their friends in vSide’s version of Degrassi’s DOT Grill, listening to music from Degrassi, watching clips, and taking up residence in a DOT Dorm,” said Christopher Jackson, Epitome Pictures’ Director of Digital Media.

“We’re confident that 3D social networking platforms such as vSide will be a big part of ‘what’s next’ in the digital space. We couldn’t be more excited about our involvement with vSide!”

“Degrassi Spirit Week” is set to begin in vSide at The DOT Grill on Monday, June 16. The party will be raging as Degrassi cast members make appearances through their avatars in vSide all week long.

Among the week’s highlights are a Q&A with Paula Brancati (Jane) and Dalmar Abuzeid (Danny) on Monday; an interview about all things Degrassi with co-executive producer Linda Schuyler on Tuesday; Raymond Ablack (Sav) and Charlotte Arnold (Holly J) appearing on vSide’s After School Radio on Wednesday; Mike Lobel co-hosting vSide’s VRL (Virtual Request Live) on Thursday; and a Spirit Week Wrap-up on Friday. Users will also have the opportunity to purchase Degrassi clothing and play Degrassi trivia.

To get to Degrassi’s DOT Grill in vSide, follow these simple steps:

1. Download the vSide client (for Mac or PC) from degrassi.ctv.ca
2. Follow instructions to install the program on a computer.
3. Start vSide - users will be asked to create an account and choose an avatar.
4. Once the user has selected an avatar, they will be taken to vSide’s Gateway for a brief tutorial.
5. When the tutorial is over, take the train to the DOT Grill in vSide city LaGenoaAires and join the party!

From rival students coming together, to date rape and cancer, Degrassi Season 7 continues to tackle some of life’s toughest issues. In next week’s episode, “If This Is It” (airing Monday, June 16 at 7:30 p.m. ET), Spinner (Shane Kippel) and Jimmy (Aubrey Graham) have just one more exam before they’re finally done school.

With Jimmy’s help, Spinner’s sure he can pass and enjoy his cancer-free future. However, when a great opportunity for Spinner’s new band presents itself, Spinner is faced with a dilemma: focus on the music and return to high school to be with Jane (Paula Brancati) next year, or study hard with Jimmy and leave Degrassi without any real plans.

And as the season comes to an end, international recording artist Natasha Bedingfield makes a cameo appearance, singing her hit song “Pocket Full of Sunshine” in Degrassi’s Season 7 finale “We Built This City” on Monday, June 23 at 7:30 p.m. ET on CTV.

With time ticking towards the Class of ‘07 Prom and Graduation ceremony, Liberty (Sarah Barrable-Tishaur) has the perfect night planned: a hotel prom with the amazing Natasha Bedingfield performing. But amidst all the fabulousness of the prom, the undeniable attraction Liberty and Damian (Mazin Elsadig) have for each other leads to a forbidden makeout session.

When Emma (Miriam McDonald) and Toby (Jake Goldsbie) discover Liberty’s betrayal, seven years of friendship teeter on the precipice of ruin.

Season 8 of Degrassi: The Next Generation is currently in production in Toronto.

vSide virtual world is produced by the award winning social entertainment company Doppelganger. vSide is an immersive and connected virtual environment that complements and amplifies the interests of the youth demographic: music, pop culture, fashion, celebrities, self-expression, communication, community and social networking.

Television series featured in vSide include The Tyra Banks Show and musical act The Pussycat Dolls has launched a presence as well. vSide makes it possible for media partners and brands to connect with this influential demographic in compelling and interactive new ways through a vibrantly created, expertly targeted social entertainment world. Doppelganger is a privately held company with offices located in San Francisco, California.