The vibrant, groundbreaking drama celebrating New York’s 1980s ballroom scene was filmed in the city itself – Harlem, Chelsea and beyond bringing its world of houses and voguing to life.
Where was POSE filmed?
POSE was filmed in New York City.
Every POSE location, explained
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The ballroom scene – Manhattan
The balls and clubs used Manhattan, including Chelsea.
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The city – New York
The characters’ world used the streets of New York.
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Brooklyn – Red Hook
Some scenes used Red Hook in Brooklyn.
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1980s New York
The show recreates the New York of the 1980s and early 90s.
Planning a visit
New York – the show’s real home – is an accessible, iconic city.
POSE Fun Facts
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Filmed in New York The show used Manhattan, Brooklyn and beyond.
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The ballroom scene It celebrates New York’s LGBTQ ballroom culture.
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A Ryan Murphy show It came from prolific creator Ryan Murphy.
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A landmark cast It featured the largest transgender cast of any US drama at the time.
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Voguing and houses The story follows the rival ‘houses’ of the ball world.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where was POSE filmed?
In New York City.
Is it set in New York?
Yes – in 1980s and early-90s New York.
Can you visit the locations?
Yes – New York is accessible.
What is it about?
New York’s ballroom scene and its houses.
When did it start?
2018.
