Fans welcomed the news that Ryan Murphy joined Twitter, a move that kept all things GLEE right in the spotlight. As the season four premiere approached, roughly three weeks away, excitement among Gleeks was palpable. Murphy’s latest Twitter posts brought fresh visibility to the show, and two new promotional posters were shared to tease what lies ahead.
The first poster features a cast photo gathered around a signpost that lists New Directions, New York, Los Angeles, Lima, and St. Louis. Those locations hint at where McKinley graduates might land after high school and hint at the broad horizons the characters will explore. For a moment, some fans did a double take: two versions of Rachel Berry seemed to appear. The figure on the left, standing beside Sam, is Marley, portrayed by Melissa Benoist. The vibe suggests Marley could be stepping into Rachel’s shoes within the glee club, taking on leadership during the next phase of the journey.
There is chatter about why Diana Agron isn’t visible in the cast photo. The answer comes quickly from confirmation: Agron remains part of the show, and Murphy has stated that Quinn continues to appear on GLEE with significant plans ahead. On the flip side, Rory, played by Damian McGuinty, will not be returning, a development that many fans found disappointing and emotional to process as they anticipate how the group dynamics will shift.
The second poster centers on Rachel Berry and a stern new dance teacher from NYADA. The accompanying promo materials suggest Rachel is about to embark on a demanding, provocative path in New York, signaling a bold shift in her training and performance goals as she navigates the city’s demanding arts scene.
GLEE season four premieres on September 13, inviting viewers to tune in and see how the new storylines unfold, how Marley steps into a more prominent role, and how the show continues to blend music with personal growth and dramatic twists.