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Wildcats! Get’cha heads in the game because the first look at the upcoming High School Musical: The Musical: The Series is here!
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It’s definitely the start of something new as this time the series will have a totally different focus than that of the movies.
The series will follow a group of teenagers who are putting on a production of High School Musical. The story follows Ricky who auditions for the musical to win back his ex.
Things take a turn for the teens as Ricky’s ex’s new boyfriend is also auditioning for the role of Troy Bolton.
Here’s your first look at the movie!
Not a reboot. Not a sequel. The start of something new. High School Musical: The Musical: The Series. Streaming November 12 only on #DisneyPlus. pic.twitter.com/YbIjYr03uh
— Disney+ (@disneyplus) August 23, 2019
Set to premiere on Disney+, the series will make its way to our screens on 12th November!
Speaking to People, creator and showrunner Tim Federle is excited for fans to see the new take on an iconic franchise.
“Doing theater is all about finding your tribe,” he said. “I can’t wait till the world meets the crazy-talented new tribe of High School Musical: The Musical: The Series.”
“There aren’t a lot of writers who get to launch a new streaming platform like Disney+,” Tim added. “It’s a privilege to create a love letter to fans of the original High School Musical movies while also making an irreverent, feel-good musical for a new generation.”
🎶 First pictures revealed for High School Musical: The Musical: The Series!
— Disney Plus News #D23Expo (@DPlusNews) August 19, 2019
Along with new plot details: Ricky, a charismatic skater, auditions for the musical in an attempt to win back his ex-girlfriend, Nini despite her new boyfriend, E.J.
📸 : People pic.twitter.com/CEbptkHQDC
“We are truly excited about this extremely talented cast and the fresh and contemporary take on this globally beloved franchise,” said senior vice president of content for Disney+, Agnes Chu.
“From the music and dance, to the character and hilarious meta references, there is something here for fans of the originals, as well as people who are new to East High. It’s going to be an unforgettable viewing experience for Disney+ subscribers,” she added.
First Look at DISNEY+ HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL TV Serieshttps://t.co/bUE0hU5iR7 pic.twitter.com/oiTjwiesD4
— ComicBook NOW! (@ComicBookNOW) August 19, 2019
We’re excited to see the series breaking free from the original! Do you think this series will be what you’re looking for?
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