Following a successful first series on BBC iPlayer and the anticipation surrounding the upcoming release of series two, the critically acclaimed series “Phoenix Rise” is back with a bang. Filming has commenced on 20 new episodes for the third and fourth series, reaffirming the show’s popularity and impact. The production, set in the West Midlands, continues to demonstrate the BBC’s commitment to creating diverse and engaging programming across the UK.
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The new filming schedule, which began this week, is once again cantered in and around Coventry, encompassing the city’s iconic landmarks and featuring scenes shot at the former Further Education campus, Henley College. Created by Perrie Balthazar and Matt Evans, “Phoenix Rise” offers viewers a fresh perspective as it delves into the lives of young outsiders who have been excluded from school. The series explores their journey back into mainstream education, their formation of unlikely friendships, and their navigation of the challenges of school life. The coming-of-age drama captures the essence of adolescence through the lens of six students who find solace in an abandoned boiler room turned sanctuary.
