About High School Musical: The Musical: The Series: The Special

High School Musical: The Musical: The Series: The Special is a holiday special episode of the popular Disney Plus series, "High School Musical: The Musical: The Series". It was released in 2019 as a part of the show's first season. The episode takes a detour from the drama of East High to celebrate the holiday season, with the cast members gathering at an empty theater for a winter gala.

Making / Production

The special was directed by Tim Federle, who is also the showrunner of the series. It was produced by Disney Plus, with Federle and Oliver Goldstick serving as executive producers. Set in a theater, the episode features songs, stories, surprises, and a look back at the series' first season.

Actors

• Olivia Rodrigo as Nini Salazar-Roberts, she leads the cast with her stirring recollections and emotional performances in the episode.
• Joshua Bassett as Ricky Bowen, he charms the audience with his wit and charisma.
• Matt Cornett as E.J. Caswell, he plays the arrogant and overconfident character with a touch of vulnerability.
• Sofia Wylie as Gina Porter, she brings a different intensity and passion to her role.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The special was filmed in an empty theater, a first for the series.
• Many of the songs featured in the special are renditions of holiday classics.
• Some cast members also shared their real-life holiday memories during the special.

Quotes

• "Sometimes, the best way to express yourself is through song." - Nini
• "There's no better time to be yourself, than the holidays." - Ricky
• "You don't have to be perfect, you just have to be you." - E.J.

Music, Soundtrack

• "The Perfect Gift" - Performed by Joshua Bassett
• "Feliz Navidad" - Performed by the entire cast
• "Believe" - Performed by Dara Reneé