What:
Do you look like one of world’s most recognized cartoon characters? Is the sound of your voice reminiscent of Homer, Marge, Bart, Lisa or Maggie? The United States Postal Service will be selecting individuals who best portray the characters of the most recent stamp issue. Winners will be chosen on the day of the event by a panel of judges. Each winning contestant will receive a special framed piece of artwork displaying the image of a Simpson’s family member. The Simpsons stamps and a special The Simpsons postmark will be available. This is a First-Day-of-Sale Event.
Who:
Simpson’s fans from far and wide
When:
Thursday, May 7, 2009
6:00 p.m.
Where:
Pedal and Cup
1722 N. Hwy. 120
Springfield, WI
Background:
The Simpsons, currently in its 20th year as a regularly scheduled half-hour series, is the longest-running comedy in television history. The show is a cultural phenomenon, recognizable throughout the world.
“We are excited to celebrate The Simpsons on postage stamps,” said U.S. Postal Service Executive Director of Stamp Services David Failor. “Eyebrow-raising to say the least, this witty, well-written pop icon continues to irreverently satire its parody of a middle-class family as it lampoons American culture. The Simpsons stamps, which includes known philatelists Bart Simpson, will serve as a great opportunity to interest youngsters into stamp collecting.”
“This is the biggest and most adhesive honor The Simpsons has ever received,” said Matt Groening, creator and executive producer of The Simpsons.
Simpsons Beat the Odds The Postal Service receives approximately 50,000 suggestions for stamp subjects each year, yet only about 20 topics are selected for postage. The Simpsons is the only television show to be featured as the sole subject of a stamp set while still in primetime production.
Stamp Selection Process How does the Postal Service sort through 50,000 stamp subject suggestions annually to reach a final cut of approximately 20 topics selected for circulation? To help in this selection process, the Postmaster General established the Citizens’ Stamp Advisory Committee 50 years ago. Members are appointed to the Committee by the Postmaster General. They reflect a wide range of educational, artistic, historical and professional expertise. For additional information, visit this link: http://www.usps.com/communications/organization/csac.htm
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ABOUT THE SIMPSONS:
The Simpsons, which airs Sundays (8:00-8:30 PM ET/PT), is the longest running primetime sitcom in television history. The Simpsons exploded into a cultural phenomenon in 1990 and has remained one of the most groundbreaking and innovative entertainment franchises, recognizable throughout the world. Cartoonist Matt Groening created the infamous Simpson family: Homer, Marge, Bart, Lisa and Maggie Simpson — all now identifiable by their silhouettes alone.
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