Celebrity Substitute

Grammy-winning musician and multi-instrumentalist Jacob Collier steps into the classroom at PS 182 to answer one very big question: What is music? From rhythm and harmony to improvisation and songwriting, Jacob takes the students on a mind-bending journey through the language of sound.

Grammy-winning musician and Soul composer Jon Batiste steps into the classroom at PS 83 to teach the art of spoken word poetry! From rhythm to rhyme, Jon helps students find their voices, craft powerful verses, and bring their words to life in a performance that’s sure to inspire.

"Mean Girls" Broadway star and "Emily in Paris" actress Ashley Park surprises a real elementary school by becoming their musical theatre teacher for the day! From vocal warmups to show-stopping choreography, Ashley brings her love of performing arts to the next generation.

SNL legend Kenan Thompson surprises a real elementary school by becoming their improv comedy teacher for the day! From quick-thinking games to laugh-out-loud performances, Kenan teaches the next generation of comedians how to embrace spontaneity, say “yes, and,” and think on their feet.

When Billie Eilish and FINNEAS drop by Garvanza Elementary, things get chilly in the best way. Together with the students, they write an original hit called "I'm Just a Polar Bear"—and it’s as adorable as it sounds. Watch the ultimate collab unfold as Billie, FINNEAS, and the kids turn classroom chaos into musical magic!

Soccer stars Ali Krieger and Midge Purce from Gotham FC step into the gym with a group of talented kids, teaching teamwork and soccer fundamentals. Then, the real fun begins: an unforgettable match packed with energy, laughs, and a few surprises as Ali and Midge face off against their pint-sized challengers. Can the pros keep up? Find out in this heartwarming episode of Celebrity Substitute!

Get ready to turn up the volume! 🎶 In this episode of Celebrity Substitute, music superstar Camila Cabello teaches the students of PS 241 the art of performance, from stage presence to choreography and vocals. But the fun doesn’t stop there—she leads the kids in creating an epic music video for her song “I Luv It”. Watch as the students channel their inner pop stars and Camila shows us why she’s a true stage queen!

Food and kindness take center stage in this heartwarming episode of Celebrity Substitute! Queer Eye's Antoni Porowski steps into the classroom at PS MS7 to teach students the art of cooking. From slicing and dicing to plating with style, Antoni helps the kids turn their cafeteria into a pop-up restaurant!

What makes a great story? Emmy, Grammy, and Academy Award-winning actress Cynthia Erivo visits PS 11 to inspire students with her storytelling expertise! Watch as the WICKED movie star shares her craft, encourages creativity, and brings the magic of storytelling to life.

Olympic gymnast Jordan Chiles is bringing her A-game to PS 9’s PE class in this episode of Celebrity Substitute! Watch as she helps the students create an epic workout video, packed with flips, fun, and fitness. Will these kids keep up with Jordan’s Olympic-level energy? Can they pull off a workout video that’ll make them stars? Tune in to see this unforgettable class filled with surprises, teamwork, and a whole lot of sweat!

Lilies, it’s SHOWTIME! Teacher LISA is taking over PS 282 as the next Celebrity Substitute—and she’s filming a brand-new Rockstar music video with the students! Get ready for exclusive behind-the-scenes moments, epic dance moves, and an unforgettable classroom takeover.

"We Live in Time" stars Florence Pugh and Andrew Garfield are stepping into the spotlight—and the classroom! Watch as they bring some DRAMA to the students of PS 63 in the premiere episode of Celebrity Substitute.

Nobel Peace Prize winner Malala Yousafzai brings her message of compassion and understanding to PS 599 in Brooklyn, teaching students the importance of peace, empathy, and compromise. In this inspiring episode, Ms. Malala helps the class explore what it really means to listen, understand, and find common ground, even when we disagree.

Global pop star Ed Sheeran brings his love of music to PS 20 in Brooklyn, teaching students how to turn everyday sounds into songs. From looping beats to layering harmonies, Mr. Ed shows the class how creativity and technology come together to make something magical.

Global superstar Rauw Alejandro brings the rhythm to PS 96 in Harlem, teaching students the history, sounds, and moves of salsa. From learning about its Afro-Caribbean roots to mastering the beat, Rauw shows the class how music connects generations and cultures.

Indie-pop star ROLE MODEL teaches the art of songwriting to the students at PS 40. From brainstorming lyrics to building melodies, ROLE MODEL shows the students how to transform their everyday thoughts and feelings into music.

Reneé Rapp surprises a classroom of kids by becoming their music teacher for the day! Reneé turns an ordinary New York Public School class at PS 316 into a recording studio — teaching kids warmups, vocal technique, and the confidence to perform.