If you haven't watched this week's episode of Smash, back away from your computer. The rest of you, feel free to read on.
This week's installment of Smash felt a little like the real-life story of the musical Rent. Like that show, which had its composer and play-write Jonathan Larson, pass the night before its off-Broadway debut, the writer of Hit List met his untimely death. Kyle, who grew into his own the last batch of fresh episodes, lost his life after the car at the end of last week's episode hit him. Just like Rent, the show would go on, this time in concert version.
Kyle's death seemed to serve a purpose for this season's story arc. Instead of solely paying homage to one of Broadway's most beloved musicals and the man who made it possible, it allowed Jimmy to actually have a heart and possibly reach some resolution by season's end. The two were best friends and collaborators and had a long history together. It also makes much more sense why Karen was even into Jimmy in the first place: he actually has a heart and deeply cares for others. The episode sure made it seem like Jimmy would learn something and be redeemed. Let's hope this does happen.
Elsewhere in the episode, Karen and Derek almost sleep together. Both stop because they are in love with other people: Karen with Jimmy and Derek with Ivy. Bombshell is picking up steam in the Broadway race, though this may slow down once Hit List breaks into the ranks. Speaking of Hit List, Jerry makes his return in style, promising his cash to bring the little musical that could to the big leagues. Tonys, here we come!
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