Ep 11. The Dress Rehearsal

The Dress Rehearsal is the eleventh episode of the second season of the musical drama series Smash. In this episode, the team is preparing for the crucial dress rehearsal of their new musical "Bombshell". Ivy Lynn (Megan Hilty) and Karen Cartwright (Katharine McPhee) are both vying for the lead role of Marilyn Monroe, leading to tension between the two actresses.

Meanwhile, Eileen Rand (Anjelica Huston) is still facing issues with her ex-husband Jerry (Michael Cristofer) and the potential investors for the musical. Derek Wills (Jack Davenport) is dealing with a personal crisis as well, as he tries to deal with the aftermath of his actions with leading lady Rebecca Duvall (Uma Thurman) leaving the production. Tom Levitt (Christian Borle) is also dealing with personal conflicts, as he tries to convince his boyfriend Sam (Leslie Odom Jr.) to move in with him.

As the dress rehearsal approaches, tensions rise amongst the cast and crew. Eileen and Jerry's issues come to a head, leading to unexpected consequences for the production. Karen and Ivy's rivalry also reaches a boiling point, causing problems for the show's creators and director.

All the while, the cast and crew must come together to pull off a successful dress rehearsal in order to impress the investors and ensure the show's success. With so many personal and professional conflicts to overcome, it is uncertain whether they will be able to come together and deliver a strong performance.

The Dress Rehearsal is an intense, drama-packed episode that delves into the personal struggles of each character as they try to succeed in the high-stakes world of musical theater. With a focus on conflict, both personal and professional, this episode sets the stage for the dramatic final episodes of the season.