Pose

***Pose*** is an American drama series created by Ryan Murphy, Brad Falchuk, and Steven Canals, televised on FX. The series premiered on June 3, 2018.

On July 12, 2018, the series was renewed for a second season, pushed back its premiere date from June 9, 2019, to June 11; it received another renewal from FX on June 17, 2019, for a third season, set as its final season to premiere on May 2, 2021.

The series became avaliable for United Kingdom viewership on BBC Two, on March 21, 2019. It was also released on Netflix May 10, 2019.

## Synopsis

*Pose* is set in the world of the late-1980s to early-1990s and "looks at the juxtaposition of several segments of life and society in New York: the rise of the luxury universe, the downtown social and literary scene and the ball culture world."

### Season One

Upon learning of a diagnosis, Blanca Rodriguez moves forward in establishing a house of her own and making a mark, much to her house mother Elektra Abundance's displeasure. Kicked from his home for his sexuality, Damon Richards moves to New York City to begin his dream career of dancing, meeting a new guy on the journey. Leaving House Abundance into House Evangelista, Angel finds herself romantically invested in rich family-man Stan Bowes.

### Season Two

Filled with optimism, Blanca Rodriguez sets out to have her children's dreams come true. She persuades Angel to move away from the life of prostitution to become a model, while Lil Papi seeks a romantic interest in her. Pray Tell takes part in activism, joining an organization of Judy Kubrak's suggestion.

### Season Three

> *The year is 1994 and ballroom is a "distant memory" for Blanca, who is struggling "to balance being a mother with being a present partner to her new love, and her latest role as a nurse's aide." Elsewhere, ballroom emcee Pray Tell is dealing with "unexpected health burdens" while, in the ballroom scene, a "vicious new upstart house forces the House of Evangelista members to contend with their legacy."*
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## Cast

*For the full list of credits, see here.*
**Main Cast**

* Evan Peters as Stan Bowes (Season 1)
* Kate Mara as Patty Bowes (Season 1)
* James Van Der Beek as Matt Bromley (Season 1)
* Mj Rodriguez as Blanca Rodriguez-Evangelista (Season 1-3)
* Dominique Jackson as Elektra Abundance (Season 1-3)
* Billy Porter as Pray Tell (Seaosn 1-3)
* Indya Moore as Angel Evangelista (Season 1-3)
* Ryan Jamaal Swain as Damon Richards (Season 1-2)
* Charlayne Woodard as Helena St. Rogers (Season 1, guest Season 2)
* Dyllon Burnside as Ricky (Season 1-3)
* Hailie Sahar as Lulu Ferocity (Season 1-3)
* Angelica Ross as Candy Johnson-Ferocity (Season 1-2, guest Season 3)
* Angel Bismark Curiel as Esteban "Lil Papi" Martinez-Evangelista (Season 1-3)
* Sandra Bernhard as Nurse Judy Kubrak (Season 2-3, guest Season 1)
* Jason A. Rodriguez as Lemar (Season 3, recurring Season 1-2)

* Jeremy McClain as Cubby
* Samantha Grace Blumm as Amanda Bowes
* Jose Gutierez Xtravaganza as Himself
* Kathryn Erbe as Dr. Gottfried
* Johnny Sibilly as Costas Perez
* Tamara M. Williams as Summer
* Christopher Meloni as Dick Ford
* Cecilia Gentili as Ms. Orlando
* Trace Lysette as Tess
* Alexia Garcia as Aphrodite
* Bianca Castro as Veronica
* Leiomy Maldonado as Florida
* Jack Mizrahi as Himself
* Danielle Cooper as Wanda
* Trudie Styler as Mrs. Ford
* Patti LuPone as Frederica Norman
* Edward Carnevale as Jonas Norman
* Brielle Rheames as Silhouette Wintour
* Dashaun Wesley as Shadow Wintour
* Damaris Lewis as Jazmine Wintour
* Alexander DiPersia as Andre Taglioni
* Andre Ward as Manhattan
* J. Cameron Barnett as Castle
* Blaine Alden Krauss as Chris
* Patricia Black as Chi Chi
* Jeremy Pope as Christopher
* Clark Jackson as Damon's Father
* Roslyn Ruff as Damon's Mother
* Deidre Goodwin as Wanda Green
* Matt McGrath as Boy Lounge Manager
* Christine Ebersole as Bobbi
* Flor De Liz Perez as Carmen
* Our Lady J as Sherilyn
* Blake Morris as Keenan
* Peppermint as Euphoria
* Danny Johnson as Darnell Johnson
* Patrice Johnson Chevannes as Vivica Johnson
* Austin Scott as Adrian
* KJ Aikens as Quincy
* Gia Parr as Chilly
* Eisa Davis as Angie
* Curtiss Cook as Thomas
* Rahne Jones as Leisa
* Noma Dumezweni as Tasha Jackson
* Norm Lewis as Vernon Jackson
* Anna Maria Horsford as Charlene
* Janet Hubert as Latrice
* Jackee Harry as Jada
* Michelle Hurd as Ebony Jackson
* Jordan Aaron Hall as Young Pray Tell
* Annelise Cepero as Jimena
* Mark Lotito as Marco Ciccone
* Chris Tardio as Vicent Massino

## Production

### Development

It was announced on March 16, 2017, that FX had given the production a pilot order. The pilot was written by Ryan Murphy, Brad Falchuk, and Steven Canals, all of whom produced alongside Nina Jacobson, Brad Simpson, and Sherry Marsh; Production companies involved included FX Productions and Fox21 Television Studios. Leiomy Maldonado and Danielle Polanco choreographed the series' ball scenes. Later, it was announced that Janet Mock and Our Lady J had joined the show's writing staff and set to produce the series as well.

It was announced that FX had granted the production a series for a first season consisting of eight episodes. Ahead of its premiere on May 9, 2018, Murphy announced all profits from the series to non-profit charitable organizations that aided LGBTQ+ people. On July 12, 2018, it was announced that the series had been renewed for a second season. On June 17, 2019, FX renewed the series for a third season.

### Casting

Murphy and his team started casting for the show in March 2017. The production, following six months of a nationwide casting search, announced they had assembled the largest transgender cast ever for a scripted series, which included main cast actresses Mj Rodriguez, Indya Moore, Dominique Jackson, Hailie Sahar, and Angelica Ross; cisgender actors concurrently announced were Ryan Jamaal Swain, Billy Porter, and Dyllon Burnside. A day later, FX announced Evan Peters, Kate Mara, James Van Der Beek, and Tatiana Maslany were joining the series and set to portray their respective characters.

Alongside the series order announcement, it was reported that Maslany had exited the series following redevelopment of her part into that of a 50-year old African-American woman. The character had been portrayed by Charlayne Woodard. On September 19, 2018, Sandra Bernhard was promoted to series regular in Season Two, reprising her role as Nurse Judy. Murphy, at PaleyFest, revealed a guest star from Patti LuPone for the season as well.

### Filming

Production for the series' pilot began in New York City in October 2017. The following first season episodes were expected to begin production in February 2018. Murphy directed the series' first two episodes and Mock directed the sixth, marking her as the first transgender woman of color to write and direct an episode of television.

In March 2020, production for the third season was suspended due to the coronavirus fears. Upon its restart, filming wrapped for the third season on March 20, 2021.

## Media

*For a full collection of images, see here.*

### Videos

#### Teasers

Pose Season Two is Here Teaser FXPose Season 2 Pray Tell Teaser FXPose Season 2 Blanca Teaser FXPose Season 2 Elektra Teaser FXPose Season 2 Angel Teaser FXPose Season 2 Candy & Lulu Teaser FXPose Season 2 Damon Teaser FXPose Season 2 Angel & Lil Papi Teaser FXPose - Believe - Season 3 Teaser - FX
#### Trailers

Pose Season 1 Official Trailer HD FXPose (FX) Trailer HD - Evan Peters, Kate Mara seriesPose Season 2 Family Preview FXPose Season 2 Changes Preview FXPose Season 2 Back To Life Preview FXPose Season 2 Official Trailer HD FXPose Season 2 The Critics Agree FXPose - Season 3- Official Trailer - FXPose - Personal Growth - Season 3 Preview - FXPose - Work Hard, Dream Big - Season 3 - FX
#### Behind the Scenes

Pose Identity, Family, Community Season 1 Identity and Acceptance FXPose Identity, Family, Community Season 1 Ballrooms FXPose Identity, Family, Community Season 1 Beyond Fashion FXPose Identity, Family, Community Season 1 The Beauty of Dance FXPose Identity, Family, Community Season 1 Visage FXPose Identity, Family, Community Season 1 New York FXPose Identity, Family, Community Season 1 New Voices FXPose My Favorite Scene TCA 2018 FXPose Identity, Family, Community Season 2 First Look FXPose Identity, Family, Community Season 2 A Family Back Together FXPose Identity, Family, Community Season 2 Violence Against the Community FXPose Identity, Family, Community Season 2 Voguing & Expression FXPose Identity, Family, Community Season 2 Werk Supporting a Family FXPose Identity, Family, Community Season 2 The Plague FXPose Identity, Family, Community Season 2 Rest in Power, Hector Xtravaganza FXPose - First Look - Season 3 - FXPose - Who We Are- Dominique Jackson - Season 3 Behind The Scenes - FXPose - Identity, Family, Community- Fashion - Season 3 Behind The Scenes - FXPose - Who We Are- Mj Rodriguez - Season 3 Behind The Scenes - FXPose - Identity. Family. Community- Coping with Trauma - Season 3 Behind The Scenes - FXPose - Who We Are- Violeta Cuellar - Season 3 Behind The Scenes - FXPose - Identity, Family, Community- Gospel Love - Season 3 Behind The Scenes - FXPose - Identity, Family, Community- The Directors - Season 3 Behind the Scenes - FXPose - Identity, Family, Community- Faith & Acceptance - Season 3 Behind The Scenes - FXPose - Identity, Family, Community- The Grand Finale - Season 3 Behind the Scenes - FXPose - Who We Are- Angelica Torres Xtravaganza - Season 3 Behind The Scenes - FXPose - Who We Are- Danielle Britt - Season 3 Behind the Scenes - FXPose - Identity, Family, Community- Finding Love - Season 3 Behind the Scenes - FX
## References

1. ↑ ENews - *Pose* Season 2 Details Revealed: Time Jumps, Madonna and Dealing With HIV (August 3, 2018)
2. ↑ The Hollywood Reporter - 'Pose' Renewed for Season 2 at FX (July 12, 2018)
3. ↑ Twitter @PoseOnFX - https://twitter.com/PoseOnFX/status/1140757747241066496 (June 17, 2019)
4. ↑ 4.0 4.1 Deadline - 'Pose' Renewed For Season 3 By FX (June 17, 2019)
5. ↑ Variety - 'Pose' to End With Season 3 at FX (March 5, 2021)
6. ↑ Twitter @FXNetworks - https://twitter.com/FXNetworks/status/1367841075814105094 (March 5, 2021)
7. ↑ Twitter @PoseFX - https://twitter.com/PoseOnFX/status/1367837457543172100 (March 5, 2021)
8. ↑ TVWise - BBC Two Sets UK Premiere Date For 'Pose' (March 1, 2019)
9. ↑ Out - 'Pose' Will Begin Streaming on Netflix in May (April 23, 2019)
10. ↑ Yahoo!News - Landmark LGBTQ series 'Pose' returning for 3rd and final season on May 2 (March 5, 2021)
11. ↑ E! News - Ryan Murphy Announces 100 Percent of His Pose Profits Will Be Donated to LBGTQ Charities | E! News (May 9, 2018)
12. ↑ Twitter - @MrRPMurphy https://twitter.com/MrRPMurphy/status/996469495999975429 (May 15, 2018)
13. ↑ Twitter - @MrRPMurphy https://twitter.com/MrRPMurphy/status/997203104461410307 (May 17, 2018)
14. ↑ Hollywood Reporter - 'Pose' Renewed for Season 2 at FX | Hollywood Reporter (July 12, 2018)
15. ↑ Variety - Evan Peters, Tatiana Maslany Added to Cast of Ryan Murphy's 'Pose' (October 26, 2017)
16. ↑ E! - Evan Peters, Kate Mara, James Van Der Beek, and Tatiana Manslay join new Ryan Murphy series (October 26, 2017)
17. ↑ E! - Pose Ordered to Series by FX, Making TV History With Largest Transgender Cast of Series Regulars (December 27, 2017)
18. ↑ Deadline - 'Pose': Sandra Bernhard Promoted to Series Regular Season 2 Of FX Drama | Deadline (September 12, 2018)
19. ↑ Deadline - 'Pose': Patti LuPone Set As Guest Star For Season 2; Ryan Murphy Reveals Time Jump For FX Series -- PaleyFest (March 23, 2019)
20. ↑ Variety - Patti LuPone Joins 'Pose' Season 2 on FX (March 24, 2019)
21. ↑ Teen Vogue - Janet Mock Wrote and Directed an Episode of "Pose" and Made TV History | Teen Vogue (July 9, 2018)
22. ↑ Deadline - 'Empire', 'Pose', 'Queen Of the South', 'The Resident' & 'American Housewife' Shut Down Over Coronavirus (March 14, 2020)
23. ↑ Deadline - 'Pose' Shoot Comes To A Close; Creators & Stars Weigh In On Bringing Groundbreaking Drama To The End (March 20, 2021)
24. ↑ Variety - Gotham Awards 2018 Winners Announced -- Full List (November 26, 2018)
25. ↑ Deadline - AFI Awards 2018 TV: 'This Is Us' Is Lone Broadcast Show As FX Nabs 4 Of 10 Slots (December 4, 2018)
26. ↑ Deadline - Golden Globes Nominations 2019 -- Complete List Of Noms (December 6, 2018)
27. ↑ The Hollywood Reporter - 2019 Gay and Lesbian Entertainment Critics' Dorian Award Nominees (January 3, 2019)
28. ↑ The Hollywood Reporter - 2019 Gay and Lesbian Entertainment Critics' Dorian Award Winners (January 8, 2019)
29. ↑ Deadline - Critics' Choice Awards Nominations: 'The Favourite' Tops With 14, 'Black Panther' A Marvel, 'First Man' Rebounds; 'The Americans' Leads TV Series (December 10, 2018)
30. ↑ Deadline - WGA Awards TV Nominations: 'The Handmaid's Tale', 'Barry', 'SNL' Among Noms (December 6, 2018)
31. ↑ Deadline - GLAAD Media Awards Nominees Unveiled (January 25, 2019)
32. ↑ Deadline - Peabody Awards: 'Barry', 'Killing Eve', Hannah Gadsby, 'Pose' Among Entertainment Winners (April 18, 2019)
33. ↑ Emmys 12th Television Academy Honors Announced | Television Academy (April 16, 2019)
34. ↑ TVLine - MTV Awards 2019 Nominations -- Full List of Nominees: Game Of Thrones (May 14, 2019)
35. ↑ Deadline - TCA Awards Nominations: 'Pose' & 'Russian Doll' Lead With 4 (June 19, 2019)
36. ↑ GoldDerby - Gold Derby TV Awards nominations 2019: 'Game of Thrones,' 'Veep' Lead (July 24, 2019)
37. ↑ 37.0 37.1 Hollywood Reporter - 'Pose' Star Billy Porter Nominated for Best Drama Actor, Trans Actresses Snubbed (July 16, 2019)
38. ↑ 38.0 38.1 Emmys - Television Academy Awards (July 16, 2019)
39. ↑ Hollywood Reporter - 2020 Golden Globes Nominations: Full List (December 9, 2019)
40. ↑ TVLine - Critics' Chocie Award Nominations 2020 -- Full List of TV Nominees (December 8, 2019)
41. ↑ Local 706 - WINNERS! 7th Annual MUAHS Guild Awards (January 12, 2020)
42. ↑ The Hollywood Reporter - Artios Awards: 'Succession,' 'Pose,' 'Dead to Me' Among Casting Society TV Theater Nominees (September 24, 2019)
43. ↑ The Hollywood Reporter - GLAAD Media Awards: 'Booksmart,' 'Bombshell,' 'Rocketman' Among Nominees (January 8, 2020)
44. ↑ The Hollywood Reporter - 'Parasite' Tops Dorian Awards With 5 Wins (August 1, 2020)
45. ↑ TVLine - TCA Awards: *Watchmen*, *Unbelievable* and *Schitt's Creek* Lead Nominations (July 9, 2020)
46. ↑ The Hollywood Reporter - Emmy Awards: Nominations List (July 28, 2020)
47. ↑ Emmys - Television Academy Awards (July 28, 2020)
48. ↑ Black Reel Awards - Watchmen & Insecure Pace the Black Reel Awards for TV Nominations (June 18, 2020)
49. ↑ Variety - 'Ted Lasso' Scores the Most 2021 TCA Awards Nominations (July 15, 2021)
50. ↑ Deadline - Emmy Nominations: 'The Crown', 'The Mandalorian' Top List; HBO/HBO Max Edges Netflix For Top Spot -- Full List Of Nominees (July 13, 2021)
51. ↑ Deadline - Hollywood Foreign Press Unveils Its Golden Globes Nominations: ‘Belfast’, ‘Power Of The Dog’ & Netflix Lead Field (December 13, 2021)
52. ↑ Variety - NAACP Image Awards Nominations: Jennifer Hudson, Lil Nas X, H.E.R., ‘The Harder They Fall,’ ‘Insecure’ Lead (January 18, 2022)
53. ↑ GLAAD - The Nominees for the 33rd Annual GLAAD Media Awards (January 21, 2022)

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