Lido TV is a Canadian web television variety show, which premiered on CBC Gem in 2022.[1] Created by musician Lido Pimienta as a creative outlet after the COVID-19 pandemic halted her ability to tour in support of her 2020 album Miss Colombia,[2] the series presents perspectives on various social issues through a blend of sketch comedy, puppetry and musical performances by Pimienta and special guests including Nelly Furtado, Shad, Kittie and The Halluci Nation.[3]

The series premiered on September 23.[3] In advance of its television debut, it screened in the Primetime program at the 2022 Toronto International Film Festival.[4]

References

  1. ^ Debra Yeo, "Lido Pimienta talks about her new variety show (Hint: There are puppets!)". Toronto Star, September 11, 2022.
  2. ^ Matthew Ismael Ruiz, "Lido Pimienta Announces New Variety Show Lido TV". Pitchfork, August 31, 2022.
  3. ^ a b Sydney Brasil, "See Shad, Kittie, Nelly Furtado and Bear Witness in the Trailer for Lido Pimienta's 'LIDO TV'". Exclaim!, August 31, 2022.
  4. ^ Alex Hudson, "Lido Pimienta Shares Trailer for 'LIDO TV' Variety Show". Exclaim!, August 10, 2022.


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