: Secrets from North High are revealed, including the fact that they obtained original technical specs for the beast transformation, adding stress for Miss Jen. Production Credits Director : Joanna Kerns Writer : Jessica Leventhal Run Time : Approximately 32 minutes HSMTMTS: The Episode Discussion: "The Transformation"

The episode's title refers both to the literal stage transformation and the personal growth of the characters.

is the tenth episode of the second season of High School Musical: The Musical: The Series (HSMTMTS), which premiered on July 16, 2021. Plot Overview

: The cast splits into separate girls' and boys' sleepovers to brainstorm creative, Broadway-worthy ideas to save the production. Key Character Developments & Secrets

: EJ takes a significant step toward emotional vulnerability, eventually asking Gina out for risotto.

As East High’s production of Beauty and the Beast approaches, the drama department is under pressure to outshine their rival, North High, especially in the technical categories for the Menkie Awards.

: Rehearsals are failing, particularly the technical "quick change" meant to transform Ricky from the Beast back into Adam.