In nearly every case, cast and crewmembers hired to bring a show to life are independent contractors who forfeit their copyright interests in the work. In exchange, they get financial remuneration, exposure, and the opportunity to build their portfolios. You may not be able to shop this particular show somewhere else, but you can sell a similar concept, touting your producing experience on this show as a benefit.
In order to qualify for copyright protection, an artistic work must have a requisite level of creativity. But when you start developing the show, it has to differ enough from the first show so as not to be liable for copyright infringement. Ultimately, these are broad answers to very specific questions. I would highly recommend talking to a lawyer in your area if you want more detailed answers or want to pursue some kind of action.
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