[Scarlett.]

That there would be a live episode, he's probs in trouble with the bosses now xD

[Smithy]

Im pretty sure whats his face said there was gonna be a live episode a couple of weeks ago

[Scarlett.]

He said they're might be xD it's confirmed to be an hour long episode

[Scarlett.]

I heard there might be another explosion after the Joinery Bar one...possibly in the Rovers!

[Smithy]

Whaaaat?!

[Scarlett.]

Well the is an almighty lot of rumours flying about, but apparently the tram sets of a series of events that lead to an explosion further up Coronation Street!

[Smithy]

But didnt they say they'd be using the Rovers as refuge afterwards?

[Scarlett.]

Indeed!

[Scarlett.]

I hope theres some big stunts in the live episode, Corrie are really going all out with this

[Scarlett.]

Keith Duffy has said that Coronation Street will air a live episode to celebrate its 50th anniversary.

The actor revealed the news during an appearance on ITV1's Magic Numbers, following an admission from producer Phil Collinson in June that he was considering staging a live episode.

Host Stephen Mulhern asked: "Is it true that they are definitely going to do a live episode to celebrate the 50th [anniversary]?"

Duffy replied: "I don't know if I'm allowed to tell you this, but yes, they are!"

Earlier this month, The People reported that producers were planning a live episode which would focus on the aftermath of the forthcoming tram crash stunt.

Speaking at the time, a source said: "There's a real buzz around the live episode. Everyone wants things to go off without a single cock-up - no messed-up line or moving dead body."

The show celebrates its 50th birthday in December.

Digital Spy

[Scarlett.]

[Scarlett.]

See pics of the wedding dress shopping here
http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage...k-Tilsley.html

[Scarlett.]

Just seen an advert on ITV for Corrie

[Smithy]

I saw it too, the molvin one

[Scarlett.]

Aye, I think the storyline has improved since it returned

[Scarlett.]

"It's eleven years since we last registered to be married and we were told that we could not. We have remained still and the world has turned to meet us. My message to you, Hayley, is this. The world can change its rules, its laws, its opinions, as frequently as it chooses, but I will remain standing beside you."
- Roy Cropper

[Scarlett.]

Corrie is set to introduce 'story associates' (also Emmerdale too), this will bring it in line with soaps like EastEnders and Hollyoaks - Story associates are small teams of creative minds who come up with new storylines and monitor them

Coronation Street producers are looking to recruit a new breed of writers and soap fanatics to help them create fresh plot-lines for the popular ITV stalwart. It is understood to be the first time ‘story associates’ will be used on the show.

How-Do is awaiting information from ITV on the exact of the size of the group and how it will function, but has already been informed that the broadcaster is hoping to attract a broad mix of writers and soap fans to reflect and build on the show’s diverse audience groups.

It marks, as was imparted to How-Do, a “completely new way” of influencing and moulding the show.

Story associates are not a new concept in the creation and evolution of storylines, but this is a first for Coronation Street.

It is expected that a similar talent pool will also be called in to work on Emmerdale at a later date.

Those that succeed in gaining a berth on the initiative will work alongside Coronation Street’s story editor, series editor and producer.

[Smithy]

*applies*

[Scarlett.]

It sounds exciting, its about time there was a change in the writing process, hopefully it will mean we will see less of the writers favourite characters too

[Scarlett.]

A pic from DS - Notice we see the Rovers kitchen for the first time!

[Nicky.]

I watched this in Media today...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3cEKWM_la-U
Siannnn.

[Scarlett.]

Youtube video

[Scarlett.]

I recently started writing for the big Coronation Street Blog, here is my latest post about Sophie's location xD

http://coronationstreetupdates.blogs...-location.html

[Smithy]

That is some keen knowledge

I think they should bring back Angela Harris for a one off too, she's due out this year

[Scarlett.]

I agree, though what would she be back for?