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After 20 years away, Broadway director Charlie Summers finds himself back in his childhood room, helping his mother at the local theater. The eclectic cast and crew there may lack professional skills, but certainly don’t lack passion.
EPISODE GUIDE:
Episode 1: Sunday, Dec. 14, 2025 at 8 p.m. on KPBS TV - After a setback on Broadway, director Charlie Summers returns to his hometown, where he reluctantly joins the amateur musical theater society.
Episode 2: Sunday, Dec. 14, 2025 at 8:30 p.m. on KPBS TV - Charlie’s desperation to get back to Broadway draws him into Pizazz’s rehearsals for “The Trojan Horse.”
Episode 3: Sunday, Dec. 21, 2025 at 8 p.m. on KPBS TV - Charlie champions Gloria’s vision, despite Adrian’s resistance, unintentionally encouraging the ensemble to look to Charlie as the new director.
Episode 4: Sunday Dec. 21, 2025 at 8:30 p.m. on KPBS TV - Under Charlie's direction, rehearsals flourish; Mia shines; Gloria and Connor grow closer; and Jacqui’s jealousy stirs conflict.
Episode 5: Sunday, Dec. 28, 2025 at 8 p.m. on KPBS TV - Charlie’s impulsive vision disrupts Nicky’s schedule; tensions flare at Pizazz, leading to a frustrated Charlie showing his true feelings.
Episode 6: Sunday, Dec. 28, 2025 at 8:30 p.m. on KPBS TV - Opening night dazzles the audience, but simmering resentment could undo all Charlie’s hard work.
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