The Choir (web series) explained

Genre:Comedy
Creator:Issa Rae
Starring:D.K. Uzoukwu
Yutopia Essex
Alfred 'A.J.' Jackson
Lyne Odums
Chauncey Jenkins
Idara Victor
Qualiema Green
Lanre Idewu
Jacques C. Smith
Camille Winbush
Country:United States
Language:English
Num Seasons:2
Num Episodes:12
Executive Producer:Issa Rae
Benoni Tagoe
Tracy E. Edmonds
Producer:Deniese Davis
Network:YouTube

The Choir is an American dramedy web series created by Issa Rae[1] for the "faith and family focused" YouTube channel "Alright TV".[2] The series, which premiered on YouTube on August 29, 2013, is "a comedic series about the personal, spiritual and often controversial dynamics of a revered church choir".[3] [4] Evette Dionne, writing for Bustle, counted The Choir among the "5 Best Web Series for People of Color" in December 2013.[5]

Plot

The series follows the group of African-American choir members in the United Church of Holy Christ in Fellowship, whose declining congregation forces the group to try to come up with a plan to survive. In the course of the drama, romance, intrigue, and political dealings throughout the story, the series explores the everyday life and nuances of the black church, and the relatable human struggles and experiences of its members.[6]

In the first episode, the choir performs a gospel version of Janet Jackson's "Any Time, Any Place"; Jessie, the young lead singer, decides to "sex up" the performance, to the consternation of some of the congregation, other choir members, and the pastor.[7] [8]

Characters and cast

External links

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Praise the Lord: Here's the First Episode of Issa Rae's The Choir. Davies. Madeleine. Jezebel. 30 August 2013 . 10 November 2016.
  2. Web site: Watch Episode 1 of Issa Rae's 'The Choir' Series for Alright TV. Tiggett. Jai. Indie News. 10 November 2016.
  3. News: Bob Johnson and Tracy Edmonds Launch New Network, Alright TV. Selah. Makkada B.. Black Enterprise. 24 February 2013 . 10 November 2016.
  4. Web site: YouTube to launch faith-based original channel, Alright TV. Michelle. Clancy. Rapid TV News. 10 November 2016.
  5. Web site: Dione . Evette . The 5 Best Web Series for People of Color . . 4 December 2013 . 10 November 2016.
  6. Web site: Issa Rae: Woman on Top. Pennie. Tesia. Culture Piece Magazine. 10 November 2016.
  7. Web site: 'I Made Jesus Sexay!': Issa Rae Presents New Webseries 'The Choir'. Fox. Lauren R. D.. MadameNoire. 29 August 2013 . 10 November 2016.
  8. Issa Rae Pokes Some Fun at the Black Church With The Choir. Harris. Aisha. Slate. 30 August 2013 . 10 November 2016.