Fox's new gem, Glee, has been getting a lot of attention it seems, & it deserves it. It's brilliantly funny with a super talented cast that can not only act, but they can sing, too, & they're all spectacular. Sure, it's a little over-the-top sometimes, but it has its roots in theater. A little cheese shouldn't be a surprise.
And now that Glee has had a few weeks to stretch its legs, it's showing just what it's capable of.
This week's episode was probably one of the funniest, with Jane Lynch's character being as hilarious as ever. And how can you not love a football team dancing to "Singe Ladies", especially while Kanye's Beyonce-loving rant is still fresh on everyone's minds? But beyond that, the show is going a little farther. We've known about the Glee club director Will's problems from the start, but now we're getting to see what's going on the kids lives. Spoiler alert, if you haven't seen it yet -- the show is now delving into issues of sexuality & teen pregnancy. Some of it is funny, some of it provides plot points, and some is just general characterization and provides great moments between characters like Will & Fin.
Corny as it may sound, I think it's a fantastic move. It may be a comedy & said issues may have been addressed before, but they're issues that teens still deal with all the time. Glee may be a hilarious musical romp, but tonight, it proved that there's more to it than genius one-liners & show-stopping musical numbers. It made me love it even more.
And if you haven't tuned in yet, please do, especially if you love music, laughing, or both. Fox, Wednesday nights at 9. And for all my fellow theater nerds, guest appearance from Kristen Chenowith next week!
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