The Shak facts for kids
Quick facts for kids The Shak |
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| Starring | Drew Jarvis Beau Walker Kendal Nagorcka Jacqueline Duncan Geordie Francis Rooney |
| Country of origin | Australia |
| Original language(s) | English |
| No. of seasons | 7 |
| No. of episodes | 455 |
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| Running time | 30 Minutes (including commercials) |
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| Original network | Nine Network |
| Original release | 27 March 2006 – 17 April 2009 |
The Shak was a fun Australian TV show for kids. It was shown on the Nine Network. The show had four main hosts: Curio (Drew Jarvis), Nitro (Beau Walker), Picasso (Kendal Nagorcka), and Eco (Jacqueline Duncan). They would answer questions, dares, and challenges sent in by viewers. The hosts made learning fun and entertaining. Each host's name matched their personality and the types of stories they shared. Viewers could send their ideas through the show's website.
About The Shak
The Shak was known for its creative ways to answer viewer questions. The hosts would often do experiments, create art, or perform challenges. This made the show exciting and unpredictable. It was a popular program for kids who loved to learn new things.
The Hosts and Their Roles
The four main hosts each had a special role:
- Curio (Drew Jarvis) was often the curious one. He loved to explore facts and solve mysteries.
- Nitro (Beau Walker) was full of energy. He often took on the physical challenges and dares.
- Picasso (Kendal Nagorcka) was the artistic one. She focused on creative projects and art.
- Eco (Jacqueline Duncan) cared about nature and the environment. She shared tips on how to be eco-friendly.
How the Show Ended
The Shak finished in mid-2008. This was to make way for a new show called The Shak at Home. This sequel series had Curio, Nitro, and Picasso living together in a house. Picasso later left The Shak at Home and a new host named Willow joined. The sequel show ended on January 13, 2010.
The Shak's Journey: Series by Series
The Shak ran for seven main series, each bringing something new.
Series 1: The Beginning
Series 1 started in 2006. It aired on weekdays at 4:00 PM. This series replaced another show called Hot Source. The opening of the show was a cartoon. It featured all the original hosts: Eco, Curio, Nitro, and Picasso. At first, the show was not super popular. However, it soon found a steady group of viewers.
Series 2 & 3: Growing Popularity
Series 2 aired in early 2007. This series added more comedy and fun segments. Drew Jarvis, who played Curio, showed off his talent with different funny characters. This helped the show gain more viewers. Series 3 aired later in 2007. It introduced a new character named "Geordie." Geordie was Nitro's best friend.
Series 4, 5 & 6: Special Guests and More Fun
Series 4 aired from January to March 2008. Series 5 was also shown in 2008. This series featured many special guests. Famous people like Bert Newton appeared as Curio's grandfather. Athletes, dancers, and other experts also joined the show. All the original hosts returned for this series. Series 6 was shown in November and December 2008.
Series 7: The Final Original Series
Series 7 aired in early 2009. This was the last series in the original format of The Shak. Many viewers called it the best series. It was also the highest-rated series at that time. This was Eco's last season on the show.
Beyond Series 7: The Shak at Home
After Series 7, the show changed its format. It became a half-hour scripted show. This new version was called The Shak at Home. In this show, Picasso, Nitro, and Curio shared a house. The stories were all about their lives together.
Where The Shak Aired Around the World
The Shak was not just popular in Australia. It also aired in other countries!
Canada
- TVOntario
Papua New Guinea
- EM TV
