From left to right, Kari Tauring, show host Henriette Bruusgaard, Grant Aaseng and Deb Breberg, all Minnesota contestants on "Alt for Norge," two years ago. Photo courtesy of Kari Tauring
When Norway's top reality series goes looking for Norwegian-American contestants, they know exactly where to head.
"Alt for Norge," also known as "The Great Norway Adventure," will be holding a casting call at the Mall of America Nov. 8 for all those interested in becoming cast members.
The premise: A dozen Norwegian-Americans fly into Norway and immerse themselves in the culture through a series of adventures and challenges. The winner nabs $50,000 and meets relatives they didn't know they had.
The series has had good luck here in the past. In the past five seasons, 13 of the 58 cast members have been from our state.
"We met over a third of season five's callback finalists last year at our Minnesota casting call and three of them became cast members," said casting producer Joan O'Connor. "This open call is a lucky charm."
The open call takes place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Mall's Executive Center, which is located on level 4. To get on the VIP list, email castingnorway@gmail.com.
Anyone over 18 with even a little Norweigian blood and has never traveled to the country is eligible.
