The series began filming in New York in May 2016 and was directed by Joey Mazzarino. In addition to Andrews' starring role, the show includes such guest stars as Alec Baldwin, Sara Bareilles, Joshua Bell, Tituss Burgess, Carol Burnett, Chris Colfer, Robert Fairchild, Josh Groban, David Hyde Pierce, Bill Irwin, Ellie Kemper, Idina Menzel, Tiler Peck, and Stomp. According to Netflix's announcement: Puppeteers on the series include Jennifer Barnhart, Tyler Bunch, Frankie Cordero, Stephanie D'Abruzzo, Dorien Davies, John Kennedy, Noel MacNeal, Paul McGinnis, Kenny Stevenson, and John Tartaglia.