On tonight’s Smash season 2, episode 10, “The Surprise Party,” Tom plans a surprise for Ivy in an attempt to find a balance between their work life and their friendship. Relations between Karen, Jimmy, and Derek explode just as “Hit List’s” rehearsal process nears its close. While Richard asks Eileen to spend less time at [...]

On tonight’s Smash season 2, episode 9, “The Parents,” after Leigh Conroy joins the cast of “Bombshell,” Tom finds himself struggling to diffuse the years of tension between her and Ivy. Jimmy and Karen’s connection is threatened by both Ana’s newfound success and an unexpected visitor. Derek learns more about Jimmy’s past just as the [...]

On tonight’s Smash season 2, episode 8, “The Bells And Whistles,” when Ivy brings Sam, back to town, Tom finds himself in an awkward situation. Jimmy and Derek clash over their vision for “Hit List,” while both Ana and Karen struggle to stand up for what they want. Smash is a musical drama that celebrates [...]

On tonight’s Smash season 2, episode 7, “Musical Chairs,” new circumstances give rise to conflicts as Karen, Tom, Julia and Derek adjust to their new surroundings. Tensions at “Liaisons” are also coming to a boil, ensuring that the show will find its place in Broadway history. Meanwhile, Eileen may have found the key to saving [...]

On tonight’s Smash season 2, episode 6, “The Fringe,” Derek and Karen find themselves at a surprising crossroads, forcing one of them to make a difficult choice. Jerry’s uneasy partnership with Eileen hits a snag, as does “Hit List’s” first performance at the Fringe Festival. Meanwhile, Ivy’s last-ditch effort to save her and Terry’s show [...]