‘Such a special place’: Joshua Bassett returns to Salt Lake City, gives message on recovery and faith

Hundreds of Joshua Bassett fans formed a winding line outside Olympus Junior High School in Salt Lake City on Thursday evening. The crowd — made up overwhelmingly of teenagers and young women — waited eagerly to see the “High School Musical: The Musical: The Series” star.

Once the audience settled in their seats, Bassett peeked out from behind the curtains, sending piercing screams through the school auditorium. Moments later, when he finally took the stage, the crowd responded with another wave of cheers, hollering and squeals.

“What a treat to be back in Salt Lake City,” Bassett told the crowd. “You guys are way louder than L.A. — way louder!”…

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