Be More Chill: The Upgrade(2018)

Be More Chill: The Upgrade is a documentary series that pulls back the curtain on the creation of the off-Broadway musical sensation. Following composer Joe Iconis and book writer Joe Tracz, the series captures the intense development process as the team prepares the show for its summer 2018 run at the Pershing Square Signature Center. Viewers witness the creative decisions, rehearsals, and behind-the-scenes drama that shape a theatrical production from concept to opening night. The documentary offers an intimate look at how a contemporary musical about teenage anxiety and social pressure comes to life on stage, featuring interviews with cast and creative team members as they navigate the challenges of bringing an ambitious new work to New York audiences.