NEW YORK (AP) – If you’ve got star or brain power, you might have what it takes to make it on two new – yet familiar sounding – reality shows.

The WB’s “Next Hollywood Starlet” desires amateur actresses who want “the break of a lifetime,” while A&E’s “The Big Idea” seeks teams of two to execute a business venture in one week with $10,000 seed money.

“We’re looking for just normal people,” ‘Big Idea’ casting producer Jason Cornwell told The Associated Press. “I’m not looking for ‘Fear Factor’ hotties with great big breasts.”

“The Big Idea” – with an “Apprentice” business theme but an “Amazing Race” team component – seeks duos who have “strong synergy, an unquenchable desire for success and a business idea that’s executable in one week.” The idea must be legal and can’t involve investing or gambling.

Cornwell, who also cast Showtime’s “American Candidate,” said his ideal teams would be “totally different,” such as a couple of redecorating housewives from New Jersey versus two hip-hop club promoters from New York.

“If it’s completely opposite, it’s totally interesting to watch,” Cornwell said Thursday.

Business-savvy couples should send an application (with IRS audit-worthy questions such as “What’s the most money you’ve earned in one week?” and “Have you ever manipulated or lied to make money?”) and a 10-minute to 15-minute video detailing why their idea will work. The ultimate prize hasn’t yet been decided.

In “Starlet,” aspiring Halle Berrys and Nicole Kidmans will live together in Los Angeles and receive training in acting technique and lessons on surviving Hollywood from stars themselves. Think “America’s Next Top Model” with more talking.

Each week, contestants will put their acting skills and potential star power to the test. Although the prize package hasn’t been confirmed, the last actress standing may receive a talent deal, professional representation and a role in a TV show or movie.

“We’re looking for people who truly want to be actresses,” “Starlet” supervising producer Kathryn Price told the AP. “They could be performing community theater in a small town in Kansas or the girl who’s been trying to make it in New York or L.A. and just hasn’t had that big break or someone’s who’s always had the goal but just never tried it before.”

Price knows all about starring in a reality show. She was “The Mole” during the first season of the hit ABC show and later worked on “The Mole 2” and “High School Reunion.” Unlike many former reality TV stars who move to Los Angeles and attempt to work in the entertainment industry, Price said the stars of “Starlet” can be open about their motives.

“These people will be able to be completely honest about their ambition, giving us a taste of their real personality while showing us their acting range,” Price said.

To apply for “Starlet,” women should submit an application (with tabloid-worthy questions such as “Why haven’t you made it yet?” and “Does your family support your dream of becoming an actress?”) and a video with a monologue reading, personal introduction and behind-the-scenes footage of their life.

Complete application information can be found on the “Starlet” and “Big Idea” Web sites.