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Network: NBC.
Episodes: 10 (hour).
Seasons: One.
TV show dates: March 13, 2018 — May 15, 2018.
Series status: Cancelled.
Performers include: Josh Radnor, Rosie Perez, Auli’i Cravalho, Damon J. Gillespie, Marley Shelton, Rarmian Newton, Ted Sutherland, Amy Forsyth, Casey W. Johnson, Taylor Richardson, Joe Tippett, and Shirley Rumierk.
TV show description:
Based on the Michael Sokolove book, Drama High, the Rise TV show comes from creators Jason Katims and Jeffrey Seller. The drama centers on Lou Mazzuchelli (Radnor), who is the fictional analogue to the real teacher from the book, Lou Volpe.
Although he is committed to his students at Stanton High School, Lou knows he needs to shake things up, in order to rekindle his passion for teaching. To that end, he petitions to direct the school’s theater program, but soon realizes he has enlisted for a whole lot more than he originally expected.
By changing the musical to the provocative “Spring Awakening,” and casting performers other than the usual subjects, Lou stirs up controversy that doesn’t end at the auditorium doors. The ripple effect washes over not only the program’s assistant director Tracey Wolfe (Perez), and the kids, but also football coach Sam Strickland (Tippett).
As the changes take hold, soon the faculty, student body, and even the town residents will find themselves caught up in the new spirit at the school. The drama explores the idea of finding inspiration in unexpected places.
Series Finale:
Episode #10 — Opening Night
During opening night of “Spring Awakening” personal crises and dilemmas percolate in the wings backstage as Simon (Ted Sutherland) struggles to overcome his biggest fear, Lilette (Auli’i Cravalho) withholds a huge development from Robbie (Damon J. Gillespie), Robbie has a momentous breakthrough, and Tracey (Rosie Perez) draws a line in the sand. Over the course of one evening, decisions are made that will change Lou (Josh Radnor) and Stanton Drama forever. (Courtesy NBC.)
First aired: May 15, 2018.
What do you think? Do you like the Rise TV series? Should this TV show have been cancelled or renewed for a second season on NBC?
I am so disappointed this show is being cancelled. It’s so real and had the same feel to it as Parenthood and Friday Night Lights. It’s the type of show there should be more of in today’s climate…sad to see it go.
It would be insane to cancel this series. Great acting and I watch it faithfully every week.
Please don’t cancel this show. I was a Friday Night Lights fan and this show is right there with it. It pulls you in and you don’t want it to end. We need more shows like this and less “reality” tv shows. Please reconsider.
Please don’t cancel this show! It was one of the best I watched. So much inspiration! Love it!
Please don’t cancel this show it is great and I loved it. The shows a true perspective on the realities of life. And i’ve Barely gotten to know the characters and their storylines!
Please don’t cancel. I loved it. I was bullied in high school ant at 58 it is still part of my memories. It reminded me how wonderful life is and how there is hope in music and friends.
I initially thought this was going to just be another “Glee” and it would be frivolous and silly. The story line is excellent and I’m sad to hear that this show may not be renewed. I wish the network would reconsider.
I love this show. Please do not cancel it. I protest……….
great series and one I am so disappointed has been cancelled. Of all the stupid shows out there this one was actually really good. Please bring it back.
I love this show. Please bring it back. Excellent story lines. This is an excellent show. Do not cancel.
Wow what a great show!!! PLEASE bring back. I think it is just as good as “This is Us”!!
Please DO NOT CANCEL!!!!! I can’t believe you are canceling this show. Please renew it!!!!!
I am not a TV watcher per se. This drew my family in and I found myself buying the “Spring Awakening” Soundtrack to better familiarize myself with the play. It made me think back to almost 40 years ago, when I used to act and sing in our high school plays. I found myself watching and recalling my own angst as a teen who aspired to become a professional singer. For the strength of the characters, the music element and the reminiscence factor, it was well worth an hour of my week. Yes, the writers could do a better job… Read more »
This is a superb show. The show tonight is by far its best. To me it outranks Glee by several notches. I can’t believe they are cancelling it. I hope they reconsider. In fact, I am going to spend a considerable amount of time lobbying for this show to be renewed rather than cancelled. I encourage others to join me.
Thank you
Great program hate to see it cancelled