The Disney streaming series finds its lead.
Joshua Bassett has been tapped to star as the lead in the High School Musical TV series.
According to Variety, Bassett will play Ricky, a cynical but charming high school junior who launches a bold plan to win back his ex-girlfriend Nini by auditioning to star opposite her in the school’s production of High School Musical.
Bassett excitedly shared the news with his fans, writing, “As someone whose childhood was shaped by the cultural phenomenon that is High School Musical, I am thrilled to have the opportunity to continue to tell this story. Go Wildcats!”
“Joshua’s interpretation of the Ricky character was brilliant — funny, winning and, at the same time, uniquely vulnerable. The audience is going to love watching this charismatic young actor put his stamp on this next chapter of the High School Musical franchise,” said Gary Marsh, President and Chief Creative Officer, Disney Channels Worldwide.
High School Musical: The Musical premieres in 2019.
