An unscripted series following the America’s Got Talent sensation, the Detroit Youth Choir (DYC), has just been ordered by Disney+. Choir is based on the moving and motivational story behind the youth based singing group, who were finalists in the popular television competition series. Blumhouse Television will be producing the series along with Maniac Productions and Campfire. The order marks the first for Blumhouse for a Disney+ original series. Detroit Youth Choir Gets Disney+ Series
Choir is inspired by the inspirational story behind DYC Artistic Director, Anthony White. As a teacher, mentor and father figure in the heart of Detroit, Anthony has impacted and empowered more than 1000 kids through music for over two decades. His efforts with DYC captivated America in an incredible rise to the finale during the sensational fourteenth season of America’s Got Talent.
“‘Choir’ is the exact right kind of feel-good, hopeful programming we need at this moment, and we’re thrilled to be establishing a relationship with Disney+, for the first time, on both a scripted and unscripted version of this particular project,” said Chris McCumber, Blumhouse Television president.
A companion scripted series for Choir is also in development at Disney+ and will be coming from the same production team. Award-winning writer/producer and showrunner, Anthony Sparks (Queen Sugar, The Blacklist), will be developing and creating the scripted drama series. Sparks will also serve as showrunner and executive producer.
Ayo Davis, EVP, Creative Development and Strategy, Disney Branded Content said: “Disney Branded Television continues to seek out creative talent that is diverse, inclusive and representative of our multi-cultural landscape, and we are proud to team with Anthony White and the young voices of the Detroit Youth Choir to present this true-to-life story that is sure to inspire audiences of all ages. We guarantee you’ll be singing along with this joyful group as they learn lessons about music and life in general.”
Directing the six-episode unscripted docuseries is Rudy Valdez with Maniac Productions producing alongside Blumhouse Television and Wheelhouse-backed Campfire. Producing the scripted series is Maniac Productions and Blumhouse Television, with Campfire CEO Ross Dinerstein (Heaven’s Gate, Special, Jiro Dreams of Sushi) executive producing.
Detroit Youth Choir Gets Disney+ Series Detroit Youth Choir Gets Disney+ Series
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