Moana‘s queer star Auli’i Cravalho is now lending her voice to a new children’s special on Apple TV+ called Lulu Is a Rhinoceros, which premieres today.
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The show is based on the book of the same name by father and daughter Jason and Allison Flom. Apple TV+ calls the special “an empowering pop musical family event about kindness, acceptance and embracing one’s true self.”
Lulu is voiced by Cravalho. The character is a rhinoceros: “That’s who she sees when she looks in the mirror. On a quest to spread kindness, fun-loving Lulu embarks on the adventure of a lifetime, powered by new friends, courage and catchy songs!”
The show is led by Cravalho, Tony Award winner Alex Newell as “Cory” (“Glee”), Emmy Award nominee Dulé Hill as “Flom Flom” (“Psych”), Paul Rust as “Finn” (“Love,”) and Utkarsh Ambudkar as “Hip-Hop” (“Ghosts”).
Allison Floom serves as head writer, including writing the lyrics. It was developed by and her father who also executive produce the show with Brett Coker, Scott Greenberg and Dana Tafoya-Cameron. Ben Silverman, Howard T. Owens, and Rodney Ferrell executive produce for Propagate Content. The music is by Golden Globe nominee Leland, and Jina Hyojin An & Shirley Song (“BE@RBRICK”) provide an original score. Angela Stempel directs the musical special.
Watch an exclusive clip of the show below, and catch Lulu Is a Rhinoceros on Apple TV+.
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