"SALEM LIVES" INSIDER-9/10/06 EDITION

SALEM LIVES' BO, HOPE, AND CHELSEA: SHATTERED!!!

The Brady family falls apart from all ends this week on Salem Lives when Bo and Hope call it quits and Chelsea once again finds herself in more trouble. The week begins with Bo and Hope still at odds over Chelsea's rape and the current state of their marriage. "They have major trust issues and we are trying to drive that home," says HW Tim Lowery. "Hope believed far too easily that Bo jumped in bed with Billie when he didn't and Hope kept Chelsea's rape from Bo and he sees that as something far too important to withhold. Plus, this allowed the evidence trail to get cold and Bo has nothing on the rapists. Hope stopped him from taking justice into his own hands so he is furious with her and is treating her how she treated him when he wanted to talk." While those two argue, the source of all the problems between them finds herself in another pickle. "Chelsea's rapists kidnap her," reveals Lowery. "Maggie is in Chez Rouge getting more liquor and hears something. She is just too drunk to do anything." Chelsea is then taken away after Maggie fails to see her and tragedy strikes yet again. "They practically torture her," says Lowery. "They call her slut and dirty and say she wanted what they gave her. It is really demented but we are trying to do something powerful here." The scene then goes black before we see what happens. The next day, everyone gathers for Chelsea's hearing. "Most of the Brady's and Horton's are there and this sets the stage for fireworks," previews Lowery. "Everyone knows Chelsea isn't going to prison but they gather anyway to get some closure to Zach's death and everyone is vulnerable and on edge. Shawn announces his intentions to leave town causing more strife for Bo and Hope and Victor is at odds with Caroline and Roman...everything is a mess," notes Lowery. Things get worse when Chelsea is missing from the hearing. "She is nowhere to be found so Bo, Roman, Billie, Hope, Max, and Victor go look for her," previews Lowery. "Victor finds her (and also something...or someone...else) and then things take several frightening turns and, by week's end, when the dust finally settles, you have Bo and Hope saying it's over and Bo and Victor turning their back on the Brady's. As for why all this happens, you will just have see how it unfolds," teases Lowery. "I will say one thing...it will be very powerful and will send so many of the characters-especially Victor, Caroline, Bo, Hope, and Chelsea-into shocking directions that will leave the fans gasping."

Salem Lives' Carrie: The search is over

The search for Carrie ends this week on Salem Lives but it is not a happy ending. The week begins with Roman announcing to Austin, Lucas, Sami, Cal, and Kate that the blood on the jacket was Carrie's. "They are all stunned but still have hope," previews HW Tim Lowery. The hope quickly goes away when more forensic's reports reveal that the blond hairs on the jacket match Carrie's. "Lucas just loses it and says he is going to go find her since she has to be alright," says Lowery. "Sami goes after him to comfort him on instinct and there is a very emotional scene there." Meanwhile, things then take a confusing turn when the rest of the blood is revealed not to be Carrie's but Alan Harris's. "Roman is stunned and he shares this news with everyone but Sami," notes Lowery. "They all decide not to tell Sami and even make Kate promise not to as they can't understand what is going on." Meanwhile, from the shadows, Carrie sees her family. "She wants to reveal herself, especially now that it seems the danger from the island plot is over, but she needs to take care of Alan and she overhears Roman telling Austin he would kill him if he was anywhere near his daughters," previews Lowery. "She has finally been convinced Alan is a changed man and he took care of her so she needs to take care of him. Plus, Carrie is reminded of the fact that she has no idea who the father of her child is and part of her does not want to face that." By week's end, someone discovers Carrie with Alan and then Carrie makes a stunning decision that is very unlike her, which leads to the search for Carrie finally being called off. "It is very shocking and sad at the same time but it will take all these characters in a new and exciting direction," promises Lowery.

Who's Coming ?/Who's Going?

Coming

Charles Shaughnessy (Shane Donovan): After a short break from Salem, Shaughnessy returns as the popular ISA agent on September 11.

Brandon Beemer (Jason) and J. F. Pryor (Barry): The two actors have been playing Chelsea's rapists since May. Pryor has also appeared on Passions in the 9/1 and 9/4 episodes while Beemer has appeared on GH in a minor role. (FYI: I know he is nuShawn but I thought it would be fun to use him here) . Both actors are recurring.

CASTING CALL!!!

A casting call has gone out for the role of a new female psychiatrist at University Hospital. The character is very professional, driven, and has never found love. She is constantly putting her profession before romance. The show is looking for a experienced actress in her mid 40's-upper 50's. The role was originally going to be portrayed by a former female star but it was decided to go in a new direction. Please post any suggestions here in the blog.

Sneak Previews for Week of 9/11/06

-Shane returns.

-Shane and Kayla are stunned when they hear what Faux Roman remembered.

-Kayla begins her journey to bring Steve home.

-Maggie closes in on Chelsea.

-Eric lies to Nicole again and draws Greta further into his web of deceit.

-Victor and Stefano plot their next moves.

-Lexie slips into a coma.

-Stefano learns of Kayla's plans.

-Chelsea is MIA on the day of her hearing.

-Shawn announces his big news.

-Carrie and Alan are discovered.

-Victor makes two shocking discoveries when searching for Chelsea.

-The Brady's fall apart.

-Bo and Victor begin to turn their backs on the people they love.

-Chelsea lashes out.

-Billie learns the truth.

Red Letter Days!!!

Monday September 11, 2006: Things take yet another disturbing turn for Chelsea.

Thursday September 14, 2006: The Brady's begin to fall apart. Meanwhile, someone discovers Carrie and Alan as Carrie makes a stunning decision.

Friday September 15, 2006: The search for Carrie ends. Also on this day, Bo and Hope call it quits as he and Victor turn their backs on their loved ones.

Next Week: Sami comes clean. Austin's secret is out. Kayla is watched. Shawn says goodbye to friends and family. Chelsea and Bo rebel. Jack comforts Billie. Cassie comes on to Max.