Ep 16. The Nominations

The Nominations is the sixteenth episode of the second season of the musical drama series Smash. The series follows the lives of a group of people who are involved in the production of a Broadway musical. This episode revolves around the announcement of the Tony nominations and the reactions of the cast and crew members.

As the episode begins, we see the cast members anxiously waiting for the Tony nominations to be announced. Everyone is hopeful that the show will be recognized for its brilliance, but no one knows what to expect. Finally, the nominations are announced, and the cast and crew members are thrilled to find out that Bombshell has received several nominations, including Best Musical and Best Actress.

The excitement is palpable, and everyone is overjoyed. However, as the day goes on, tensions start to rise. Ivy Lynn, who has been nominated for Best Actress, starts to feel the pressure of being in the spotlight. She is worried about her performance on Broadway, and she feels like she is not ready to handle the attention that comes with the nomination.

Meanwhile, Karen Cartwright, who was snubbed for the Best Actress nomination, is also going through a tough time. She is happy for her co-workers but can't help feeling a twinge of jealousy. Her relationship with Jimmy becomes strained when he gets upset over her lack of excitement for the nominations. They get into an argument, and Karen storms out of the apartment.

On the other hand, Tom is thrilled about the nominations, but he is also worried about the future of Bombshell. He knows that the show is dependent on the Tony Awards for its survival, and he is anxious about the outcome of the awards ceremony. He meets with Eileen and Julia to discuss a backup plan in case the show does not win the awards.

The rest of the episode is filled with heartwarming scenes as the cast and crew members celebrate their nominations. Ivy finds the courage to face her fears and starts to prepare for her performance. Karen and Jimmy make up, and Karen apologizes for not being more supportive. Tom, Eileen, and Julia hatch a plan, and there is a glimmer of hope that the show will continue even if it does not win any Tony Awards.

In the end, the episode ends on a cliffhanger, leaving viewers eagerly anticipating the outcome of the Tony Awards ceremony. This episode is filled with powerful emotions, dazzling performances, and heartwarming moments that keep viewers hooked till the very end. If you are a fan of musical dramas or Broadway, The nominations is an episode that you do not want to miss.