Grease: You're The One I Want: 3 Danny's And 3 Sandy's Survive
Episode 9 Recap by Jenny Lane
March 13, 2007
Previously on "Grease: You're the One I Want," Kevin and Kate received the lowest number of votes and were also eliminated by the judges. (Chad and Kathleen also had to sing to save themselves, as they got the second least number of votes.) I was a little surprised by both Kevin and Kate's departure, because both of them had great voices - and yet, it did make sense once I attempted to envision either of them in the roles of Danny and Sandy. Sure they had great voices, but were they Danny and Sandy? Probably not.
That same week, the Sandy wannabees performed solo for the first time, and it was nice to see them on their own. Allie sang "It's Oh So Quiet" which was a really, really, REALLY strange song choice. The judges seemed to like the performance, but commented that her acting is weak. (That helps us to remember that the judges' decision isn't based on just this performance, it's also impacted by the events of the entire week.) Laura sang "Fever" and showed her sexy, sultry side. Kathleen, after being saved from elimination by the judges, sang "Let's Hear it For the Boy" and didn't sound good at all. The judges declared Laura as their 'Sandy' for the night.
The next week, the Dannys performed. Austin didn't have the greatest week, since he was presented with the song "Fun, Fun, Fun" which was awful, awful, awful. Derek's voice continued to crack as he sang "Heaven." I had thought it was a coincidence, but the judges informed us (to Derek's dismay I'm sure) that it's a recurring problem. Max sang "Too Hard to Handle" and had a great night. Chad sang "Traveling at the Speed of Light" and while I didn't care for it, the judges liked it. The judges gave Max their 'Danny' nod for the evening.
After the Dannys sang, it was time to eliminate one of the Sandys. Kathleen and Allie received the lowest number of votes, and Allie had the lowest. The two sang "It's Raining on Prom Night" but Kathleen kind of flubbed her words. She was also the weaker singer, and was sent packing.
This week on Grease, one of the Dannys will be eliminated, and we will be down to the final six. Tonight's show starts with the seven remaining contestants singing a group number, "Grease." It's all very silly and predictable, and I use the time to grab a bottle of water from the fridge. The number is sung in and around a row of lockers. After they're done singing, host Billy Bush walks up to the lockers, opens one up, and you guessed it, out pops co-host Denise Van Outen! How clever! (Unfortunately you can't hear the sarcasm dripping from my voice.)
Billy reminds us that this is the 'critical phase' in the competition, and next week is the finals! Denise Van Outen introduces the judges - David Ian, Kathleen Marshall, and Jim Jacobs. Also joining the judges this week is Tony award winner, the Director of Chicago, and judge Kathleen Marshall's brother, Rob Marshall.
After a look back on last week, it's time to find out which two Dannys are safe, and which two are up for elimination. Austin and Chad are both…in the bottom two and in tonight's singoff! That means that Derek and Max are safe, thanks to America's votes. I'm shocked that Austin is in the bottom, although I guess he did have a bad performance last week. I'm also a little surprised that Derek is safe despite his cracking voice. Max being safe and Chad being in the bottom two doesn't surprise me. Later in the show, Austin and Chad will sing in an attempt to save themselves, and then the judges will eliminate one of the Dannys.
Denise tells us that tonight the Sandys will show off their "emotional sides" and the Dannys will sing Elvis songs. First up is "Baby Sandy" Allie, singing "Natural Woman." She's wearing a red dress and looks good, but that's where my praise stops. In the first few seconds, Allie trips down the stairs, flaps her arms around for no apparent reason, and screeches her high notes. Safely on the main stage, her arm waving/flapping continues. At one point she leans back and walks backwards, and it almost looks like she's going to fall over. Whew, she's done.
Next up is "Wholesome Danny" Derek singing "Devil in Disguise." I'm crossing my fingers in hopes that he can keep his voice from cracking this week. Lucky for him, this song is more upbeat, and he seems to do much better with this type of song. After the performances, we see Allie and Derek's family and friends voice their support, complete with sappy background music. Derek's taped piece brings Derek to tears - awww, how sweet.
Kathleen tells Allie that she wishes.....
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