Union Square (TV series)

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Union Square was a 1997 television sitcom that was broadcast on NBC for one season. It followed the story of a lawyer-turned-playwright in New York City, who attempted to gain inspiration from a host of characters populating the fictitious Union Square cafe in Manhattan, obviously inspired by the New York area of the same name.

The program replaced The Single Guy (which was cancelled at the end of the 1996-1997 season) on NBC's "Must See TV" night of programming; it was given an 8:30pm timeslot on Thursday evenings, a highly coveted spot due to its location between popular sitcoms Friends (which aired at 8:00pm) and Seinfeld (which aired at 9:00pm). Like The Single Guy, Union Square attempted to capitalize on attractive singles in their 20s and 30s enjoying New York City life, which both Seinfeld and Friends (as well as other NBC programs) had turned into successes. Despite these advantages, ratings were poor throughout the show's run and it was abruptly cancelled in 1998.

The cast included:

• Constance Marie.............Gabriella Diaz
• Michael Landes..............Michael
• Harriet Sansom Harris.......Suzanne Barkley
• Jim Pirri...................Jack Papas
• Jonathan Slavin.............Albie
• Christine Burke.............Carrie
• Jeffrey Anderson-Gunter.....Vince

[edit] Other information

• According to the Internet Movie Database, the show was originally supposed to be a vehicle for Latino actress Mel Gorham. Once producers decided that Gorham wouldn't be a proper fit for the series, it was made more of an ensemble comedy, with Constance Marie replacing Gorham.

• Actor David Krumholtz appeared on two episodes, as did actress Rhea Perlman.

[edit] External Links

Union Square at the Internet Movie Database.