Rumors have been flying that ABC Family’s ballet-centric series Bunheads, starring two-time Tony winner Sutton Foster, has been renewed for a second season—but sadly, according to a representative for ABC Family, there is “no news” about a renewal just yet. While we’re waiting patiently for the (hopefully good) news, check out five reasons why we think the series should definitely be picked up!
1. Let’s Hear it For the Girls
Broadway fans already knew Sutton Foster was talented, charismatic and hilarious, but on Bunheads, she’s surrounded by a whole ballet school full of strong, artistic and funny female characters. From the adorable Bailey Buntain as Ginny (who reminds us of a pint-sized Megan Hilty), to the graceful and wounded Juliana Goldani Telles as Sasha, Bunheads features a cast of gifted Broadway divas-in-training who are almost as fun to watch as Foster herself.
2. Amy Sherman-Palladino’s Dialogue Is Banter-iffic
Ever since Gilmore Girls went off the air, there’s been a serious lack of quotable, rapid-fire Amy Sherman-Palladino banter on the small screen. If Bunheads gets cancelled, wouldn’t you miss silly exchanges like this between Foster and Tony winner Kelly Bishop? Yes, you would ...