Pose is an American drama TV series that aired from 2018 to 2021. It explores New York City's ballroom culture, an LGBTQ subculture primarily within African-American and Latino communities, in the 1980s and 1990s. The show centers on dancers and models competing in balls while supporting each other in chosen families known as Houses. Created by Ryan Murphy, Brad Falchuk, and Steven Canals, Pose is notable for featuring the largest cast of transgender actors in regular roles and for its groundbreaking representation of the LGBTQ community. The series received critical acclaim for its storytelling, acting, and social commentary, particularly on issues like the AIDS crisis and discrimination. It starred Michaela Jaé Rodriguez, Billy Porter, Dominique Jackson, Indya Moore, and others. It aired on FX with three seasons, running from June 3, 2018, to June 6, 2021. The show has been praised for emotional depth, character development, and cultural significance in showcasing the ballroom scene and LGBTQ history in 1980s and 90s New York. Pose is available for streaming on platforms like Disney+ and Hulu, and it holds strong ratings and award recognition, including Primetime Emmy wins.
