Director Ryan Murphy shared a picture on Instagram of Jo Ellen hearing she got the role of Emma, and he's excited for her and her costars to play their respective roles. "Jo Ellen (as Emma) and Ariana Debose (as Alyssa) are the beating heart of the movie," he said. "They are both out and proud queer young women who saw The Prom on Broadway and were so moved by the LGBTQ love story told with joy and optimism. Jo Ellen and Ariana are the perfect ambassadors to tell this story and I'm certain they will be role models and beacons of hope for so many kids all over the world." How amazing is that?!