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Happiness: episode guide

Episode 1

Thursday, April 03, 2025 (Three)
Written by Kip Chapman
Directed by Robyn Grace

After a setback on Broadway, director Charlie Summers returns to his hometown, where he reluctantly joins the amateur musical theatre society led by his devoted mother.

Cast: Harry McNaughton as Charlie Summers, Rebecca Gibney as Gaye Summers, Jessie Lawrence as Jacqui James, Marshayla Christie as Gloria Rameka, Peter Hambleton as Adrian Templeton, Bronwyn Bradley as Nicky Maclean, Henry Auvaia as Connor Onosa'i, Joel Granger as Adam Whitford, Maaka Pohatu as Mikaere Dean, Melody Lui-Webster as Mia So'otaga, RV Quijano as Ezra Lapuz, Michèle Hine as Dolly "Tea Lady", Yvette Parsons as June "Tea Lady", Brady Peeti as Maria "Tea Lady", Barry T Hall as Reverend Michael, Jacob Henderson as Young Charlie
Ensemble: Matt Bruce, Cherilyn Doherty, Rebekah Head, Julie Herbert, Josh Morris, Caleb Muller, Tōmairangi Paterson-Waaka, Stella Staab, Te Ohorere Williams

Episode 2

Thursday, April 03, 2025
Written by Kip Chapman
Directed by Robyn Grace

Charlie's desperation to get back to the US sees him drawn into Pizazz's rehearsals, clashing with Adrian over composer Gloria's vision for the musical.

Cast: Harry McNaughton as Charlie Summers, Rebecca Gibney as Gaye Summers, Jessie Lawrence as Jacqui James, Marshayla Christie as Gloria Rameka, Peter Hambleton as Adrian Templeton, Bronwyn Bradley as Nicky Maclean, Henry Auvaia as Connor Onosa'i, Joel Granger as Adam Whitford, Maaka Pohatu as Mikaere Dean, Melody Lui-Webster as Mia So'otaga, RV Quijano as Ezra Lapuz, Michèle Hine as Dolly "Tea Lady", Yvette Parsons as June "Tea Lady", Brady Peeti as Maria "Tea Lady", Barry T Hall as Reverend Michael, Jacob Henderson as Young Charlie
Ensemble: Matt Bruce, Cherilyn Doherty, Rebekah Head, Julie Herbert, Josh Morris, Caleb Muller, Tōmairangi Paterson-Waaka, Stella Staab, Te Ohorere Williams

Episode 3

Thursday, April 10, 2025
Written by Simone Nathan
Directed by Robyn Grace

Charlie champions Gloria's musical vision against Adrian's resistance, unintentionally encouraging the ensemble to look to Charlie as their new director.

Cast: Harry McNaughton as Charlie Summers, Rebecca Gibney as Gaye Summers, Jessie Lawrence as Jacqui James, Marshayla Christie as Gloria Rameka, Peter Hambleton as Adrian Templeton, Bronwyn Bradley as Nicky Maclean, Henry Auvaia as Connor Onosa'i, Joel Granger as Adam Whitford, Maaka Pohatu as Mikaere Dean, Melody Lui-Webster as Mia So'otaga, RV Quijano as Ezra Lapuz, Michèle Hine as Dolly "Tea Lady", Yvette Parsons as June "Tea Lady", Brady Peeti as Maria "Tea Lady", Barry T Hall as Reverend Michael, Kip Champan as Steve Whitford
Ensemble: Matt Bruce, Cherilyn Doherty, Rebekah Head, Julie Herbert, Josh Morris, Caleb Muller, Tōmairangi Paterson-Waaka, Stella Staab, Te Ohorere Williams

Episode 4

Thursday, April 17, 2025
Written by Dan Musgrove
Directed by Robyn Grace

Under Charlie's direction, rehearsals flourish, Mia shines, Gloria and Connor grow closer, and Jacqui's jealousy stirs conflict.

Cast: Harry McNaughton as Charlie Summers, Rebecca Gibney as Gaye Summers, Jessie Lawrence as Jacqui James, Marshayla Christie as Gloria Rameka, Peter Hambleton as Adrian Templeton, Bronwyn Bradley as Nicky Maclean, Henry Auvaia as Connor Onosa'i, Joel Granger as Adam Whitford, Maaka Pohatu as Mikaere Dean, Melody Lui-Webster as Mia So'otaga, RV Quijano as Ezra Lapuz, Michèle Hine as Dolly "Tea Lady", Yvette Parsons as June "Tea Lady", Brady Peeti as Maria "Tea Lady"
Ensemble: Matt Bruce, Cherilyn Doherty, Rebekah Head, Julie Herbert, Josh Morris, Caleb Muller, Tōmairangi Paterson-Waaka, Stella Staab, Te Ohorere Williams
Featured Extras "Teen Boys": Charlie Lewis, EJ Saipele, Ashton Snook

Episode 5

Thursday, April 24, 2025
Written by Kip Chapman
Directed by Robyn Grace

Charlie's impulsive vision disrupts Nicky's schedule; tensions flare at Pizazz leading to a frustrated Charlie showing his true feelings.

Cast: Harry McNaughton as Charlie Summers, Rebecca Gibney as Gaye Summers, Jessie Lawrence as Jacqui James, Marshayla Christie as Gloria Rameka, Peter Hambleton as Adrian Templeton, Bronwyn Bradley as Nicky Maclean, Henry Auvaia as Connor Onosa'i, Joel Granger as Adam Whitford, Maaka Pohatu as Mikaere Dean, Melody Lui-Webster as Mia So'otaga, RV Quijano as Ezra Lapuz, Michèle Hine as Dolly "Tea Lady", Yvette Parsons as June "Tea Lady", Brady Peeti as Maria "Tea Lady"
Ensemble: Matt Bruce, Cherilyn Doherty, Rebekah Head, Julie Herbert, Josh Morris, Caleb Muller, Tōmairangi Paterson-Waaka, Stella Staab, Te Ohorere Williams

Episode 6

Thursday, May 01, 2025
Written by Kip Chapman
Directed by Robyn Grace

Opening night dazzles the audience, but simmering resentment could undo all Charlie's hard work.

Cast: Harry McNaughton as Charlie Summers, Rebecca Gibney as Gaye Summers, Jessie Lawrence as Jacqui James, Marshayla Christie as Gloria Rameka, Peter Hambleton as Adrian Templeton, Bronwyn Bradley as Nicky Maclean, Henry Auvaia as Connor Onosa'i, Joel Granger as Adam Whitford, Maaka Pohatu as Mikaere Dean, Melody Lui-Webster as Mia So'otaga, RV Quijano as Ezra Lapuz, Michèle Hine as Dolly "Tea Lady", Yvette Parsons as June "Tea Lady", Brady Peeti as Maria "Tea Lady", Kip Champan as Steve Whitford, Barry T Hall as Reverend Michael, Jacob Henderson as Young Charlie
Ensemble: Matt Bruce, Cherilyn Doherty, Rebekah Head, Julie Herbert, Josh Morris, Caleb Muller, Tōmairangi Paterson-Waaka, Stella Staab, Te Ohorere Williams