Glee (season 1) facts for kids
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| Country of origin | United States |
| No. of episodes | 22 |
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| Original network | Fox |
| Original release | May 19, 2009 – June 8, 2010 |
The first season of Glee is all about a fun musical comedy-drama TV show. It first aired on May 19, 2009, and finished on June 8, 2010, on the FOX channel in the United States. This first season had 22 episodes. It was made by 20th Century Fox Television and Ryan Murphy Television.
This season introduces the "New Directions" glee club. This club is at the fictional William McKinley High School in Lima, Ohio. The show follows the glee club as they compete in different music contests. These include local, regional, and even national competitions, with the big finals held in New York City.
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What is Glee About?
Glee is a popular TV show that mixes singing, dancing, and drama. It tells the story of a high school glee club. A glee club is a group of students who love to sing and perform. The show explores the challenges and triumphs of these students. They try to win competitions while dealing with everyday high school life.
Meet the New Directions Glee Club
The main group in Glee is the New Directions glee club. It is led by their enthusiastic teacher, Mr. Will Schuester. The club starts with a small group of students. Each student has unique talents and personalities. They all share a passion for music.
- Rachel Berry: A talented singer who dreams of Broadway fame.
- Finn Hudson: The school's football star who discovers his love for singing.
- Kurt Hummel: A stylish student with a powerful voice.
- Mercedes Jones: A strong singer with a big personality.
- Artie Abrams: A talented guitarist and singer who uses a wheelchair.
- Tina Cohen-Chang: A shy but gifted singer.
- Quinn Fabray: A popular cheerleader who joins the club.
- Noah "Puck" Puckerman: A football player who also finds his place in the club.
Competitions and Challenges
Throughout the first season, the New Directions glee club works hard. They practice songs and dance routines. Their goal is to win various singing competitions. These include:
- Sectionals: The first level of competition against other local schools.
- Regionals: If they win Sectionals, they move on to this bigger contest.
- Nationals: The final competition held in New York City. This is where the best glee clubs from across the country compete.
The club faces many challenges along the way. They deal with rival glee clubs and school bullies. They also learn to work together as a team. The show teaches important lessons about friendship, acceptance, and chasing your dreams.
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Actors Mark Salling, Kevin McHale, Lea Michele, Dianna Agron, Amber Riley, Jenna Ushkowitz, Chris Colfer and Cory Monteith (clockwise from upper left) star as members of the glee club.
See also
In Spanish: Anexo:Primera temporada de Glee para niños
