So who will be the panel's last save? Kathleen explains that Broadway demands a triple threat, so they went with the overall better singer, dancer and actor, and so saved Austin. Burn, Chad, you suck at all three. Well that's what was implied. At least Chad got out before Jim Jacobs could cut his face. When asked who he would like to see win now that he's not in it, Chad says he'd like to see Kathleen win a Tony for directing. What a kiss-up! When forced to answer, Chad picks Max and the crowd goes wild!
Ashley Spencer is next singing "You Keep Me Hanging On" in a sparkly green dress. Aaaand then a camera man drops the camera or something, because our picture swings madly for a couple seconds. These disco songs are not meant to be sung like Broadway showtunes! That's why they're such inappropriate song choices. But Ashley totally gives it her all and I like her despite the Evita arms.
Austin is singing another ballad - "Fools Rush In." Snooze. Austin is not best at ballads, but then, who is? Austin needs to study Hugh Jackman to learn how to make fey-ness work as a leading man. Also, Austin is singing this like he's Lucciano Pavoratti or something. So intense!
Ashley's family hasn't been able to come visit and see her perform as much as other people's families. Ashley's inspiration was her grandmother who is now deceased. Oh I can't make fun of her dead grandma! So I'll say this, what's with the raccoon eye makeup, hussy? You've got pretty eyes, you can give the green metallic eyeliner a rest.
Austin's family loves him too! We meet Austin's dad who is an enthusiastic Austin fan. He even breaks down in tears at one point. When we switch back to Austin, he won't let himself cry. Is anyone getting a Tom Cruise vibe from Austin with that intense macho façade and those hips you just know he wants to swivel?
David Ian found Ashley passionate tonight and thought Austin was professional as ever, though he'd like to see more of the "real Austin." Rob Marshall gives the same note he's been giving all night - perform as Danny and Sandy now, and only think in terms of the characters.
Before we say goodbye to Crackle, the judges must name their favorite Danny and Sandy. David Ian likes Austin and Laura. Kathleen likes Max and Laura. Jim wants to see Austin and Laura as Danny and Sandy. Rob Marshall declines to choose just one and says he thinks they could all play Danny and Sandy. Lame!
So Laura is once again the judges' unanimous choice. Why do they like Austin so much? I think they just want the audience to think he's safe so they don't vote for him and he can be gone next week. But I love a good reality TV conspiracy.
Bye-ye-ye Chad! I'll listen extra hard to my Rice Krispies every morning and think of you!
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Comments (5)
I love your recaps, Krank. They keep me watching the show! I thought it was creepy when one girl said her dead grandmother was there in spirit and then went on to list all the places this spirit was--back stage, in the dressing rooms, etc. The Phantom of Grease Academy. I'm waiting for the disco ball to mysteriously crash into Jim Jacobs when she is cut from the competition!
1 of 5 | Posted by LonnaSaur
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Posted on March 13, 2007 2:42 PM
"Derek's high school is all about Derek! Dude, how old is he? He seems way older than high school. Yeah, he's 26... Weird, school, let him go." - I was thinking the same thing!!
Great recap :) I'm hoping for Max and Laura as well!!
2 of 5 | Posted by swissms99
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Posted on March 14, 2007 5:25 AM
Another great recap KM, and LonnaSaur, your "Phantom" comments totally cracked me up. Go Max and Laura.
-JR
3 of 5 | Posted by JasonR
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Posted on March 14, 2007 9:35 PM
Hey, Krank, I like your ocmments, but HELLO, the host of Grease is BILLY BUSH, not RYAN SEACREST!!!!
Just wanted to let you know!
4 of 5 | Posted by Tmanna4
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Posted on March 19, 2007 6:30 AM
Krank, just to let you know, the host is BILLY BUSH, not RYAN SEACREST. Ahem.
Cool comments, though.
5 of 5 | Posted by Tmanna4
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Posted on March 19, 2007 6:32 AM