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October 1st, 2009
11:19 AM ET
'Glee' needs more ChenowethSomewhere, someone has got to be starting a petition to land Kristin Chenoweth a permanent spot on “Glee.”  Her guest starring turn as the boozy, former show choir member April Rhodes whom teacher Will Schuester (played by Matthew Morrison) recruits as a ringer for his high school glee club came close to sheer perfection. The character of April was delicious for so many reasons, not least of which is the revenge fantasy that many of us have, in which the super-hot girl in high school who seems to be able to do everything well grows up to become a hot mess. Chenoweth – who has been a darling of Broadway lovers for years, and who recently won an Emmy for her role on the now canceled ABC dramedy “Pushing Daisies” – seemed perfectly at home on the quirky show that is “Glee.” Her portrayal of April managed to come across as both endearing and tragic. But what Chenoweth does best is sing, and her performance of “Maybe This Time” from “Cabaret” - which she sang in “battle” form with student Rachel Berry (played by another Broadway veteran, Lea Michele) - had me mesmerized. I would love to see more of April roaming the halls of McKinley High - and we know from Chenoweth’s Emmy speech that she is looking for work. So, what do you think? Would Chenoweth make a good addition to the cast?
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I think she would be WONDERFUL in the show!!!
She stole the show! I watched the episode last week and changed the channel after about 15 minutes. If Kristin was on (and more importantly SANG!) every week, I would watch it every week. Courteney Cox could not possibly compete in the same time slot. Pushing Daisies was a great show anyway, but Kristin made it much better. Her rendition of 'Hopelessly Devoted' was very memorable. If she gets to sing on Glee, that would be a perfect fit. Pity that Mutt Lange doesn't give her a call. She would be a much bigger star than Shania or Brittney.
She would be a wonderful addition!
I agree that Kristin did a great job, but please don't compare Kristin vs. Lea's singing abilities based on the singing in this show. It was part of the plot that Kristin was supposed to be better, so it was orchestrated that way, both in the choreography and in the audio post production.
The audio of this show is heavily sweetened, and with the audio tools that are available today you can make any reasonable singer sound great, or not so great. I think if you actually carefully examine the "battle" song, you will see that they intentionally did not do as good a job with Lea's voice as they normally do in other numbers that she has sung, although the effect was subtle. I don't know who is actually the better singer in real life, but the only way I could actually judge it would be for them to sing without any enhancement, which is not going to happen.
I love Chenoweth and Glee is the best show this season!!
@MKS – I think she slotted into the West Wing ensemble perfectly and she proved an awesome foil to Leo McGarry toward the end of the series.
I think Glee, or almost any other show, could really benefit from Chenoweth's presence. Well, except for Pushing Daisies. I tried to like that show because of her and a few other greats in the cast but it just didn't work for me.
I agree completely! I love the show and I love her!
I loved her on Glee!!!!! Keep her/bring her back!Oh, she is so amazing, and she fits right in!
I'm a HUGE Kristin fan, and gladly tune into all things Chenoweth, but I didn't like the story line. I really want Glee to succeed, but it needs to get it's act together.
Kristin Chenoweth is like Lucille Ball with a voice! I can only think of one word to describe here performance on Glee...Bravo! A star is born again. Bring her back for a few more curtain calls before she moves on to much bigger and better things.
I don't think she should be a regular.
She is too big, too bright, too great to be in an ensemble cast. Without knocking her and without her intending to, she would steal every scene she's in. The show would become hers and it would ruin the great chemistry that Glee has on its own now. Maybe if she shows up once or twice a season, but no more than that.
She sounds like Urkel. Whenever she turns up on TV I tell my wife, "that white Urkel chick is on again. I hope she doesn't sing".
Glee is one of the funniest shows on television this season! Would love to see more Chenoweth in cameo roles – love the other characters as well and wouldn't want to take away from them!
RU kidding? Her voice makes me want to scream. Her one acting method has got to go-that annoying little smile and dance she does is best left in the high school drama show!
She is wonderful She has a wonderful voice. I caught her this week singing the duet . Just wonderful. I would love to see more of her.
Honestly, I think her character seemed out of place. She shifted the momentuem and seemed to throw things a skew. Its really cool to see the incredible talent of the young people on the show, but their is nothing remarkable about having a middle aged adult on the show? While obviously very talented, I thought that episode was the worst written of the season so far. Bad move by the writers/directors.
I think the concept introduced on the show could fit well into another type of comedy or drama, but the appeal of glee is about highly talented kids, that are learning about the lessons of life.
@BBELOVITCH – glad to see I wasn't the only one who saw some Jerri Blank in her performance. 🙂
christine,
thank you i agree wholeheartedly and the "Last Name" performance was way out of line for a high school your daughter seems to be wise beyond her years, good job 🙂
yes!
Just when I think Glee couldn't get any better, they throw in a surprise like Kristin Chenoweth that not only is an amazing singer, but brings an element to the show that no one else could. Besides thinking that April Rhodes should have a permanent spot on Glee, they also should spotlight Mercedes (Amber Riley) because she completely floored us all with her version Jasmine Sullivan's version of "Bust Your Windows". Talent like that should be showcased more often than the white bread, typical singers like Rachel (Lea Michele). She is very talented and I appreciate what she brings to the show too, but Amber and Mercedes need more time on the show for showcasing their rare and individual voices.
No doubt, Kristin C is a fine performer, but I watch for the newbies. An occasional cameo, maybe, but enough. If you want her full time, let her carry her own show and stop stealing the performance time from the kids and oddball staff. That's what I signed on for, so if it's all KC, I'm bowing out. I can watch Law and Order triple reruns or maybe the weather channel.
Kristin Chenoweth is delightful and adds to the show's quirky style. She would be great as a recurring character not necessarily appearing every week but just enough to keep audiences coming back and the rest of the cast the opportunity to display their talents in the spot light.
Yes, she is an amazing singer and an amazing actress and deserves to be on a show where she can show off her beautiful voice!!
As a long time fan of Kristin's I agree! She is the best!
I really enjoy watching GLEE!!! I think Kristin Chenoweth would be great as a part time guest on the show. I agree that Mrs. Schuester needs written off the show...I don't care for this character at all! I also don't think that the part about the pregnant cheerleader needed to be added...I know this happens in life but I thought this show would be less drama and lighter...more fun!
they should def. keep kristin chenoweth!!!!!!!!!!!!! LOVE HER AND GLEE!!!!!
While Kristen is always a show stopper in whatever she does, I really enjoy seeing the less than famous characters on the show perform. A little bit of Kristen goes a long ways. Her voice is spectacular but I want to see the main characters get more screen time too.
Absolutely, she was awesome on the show! I have always loved Kristen Chenoweth but she definately fits in well on Glee. I hope they find a place for her. The problem is they should have not written she had not graduated High school then she could have come in as another teacher or something.
I LOVED HER!!!! Keep April Rhodes!!! Ok, Mrs. Schuester can go, but I <3 Kristi Dawn Chenoweth!! MORE MORE MORE!
Jon is an idiot. This show is excellent and Chenoweth has the acting and singing chops to bring it. She's enthralling as a prom queen burnout and could really add something to the show.
My 8th grade daughter and I love Glee, love Kristen Chenoweth and LOVE musicals. We both thought that last nights show was the worst of the season. While I don't look for television to be the moral guidance in my household, this episode implies that drinking before class, aquiring shoplifting skills, and exchanging sexual favors will make you more brave and popular. It was played off as funny and the only consequance was eventually she was booted from the club because... "i'm a tragic figure, you must love me and forgive me". I thought the rest of the club existed simply as a vehicle to showcase Kristen Chenoweth and not necessarily the character and I suspect it would continue that way if she were a permenant figure. It seemed that there were more songs than usual and maybe a bit much. But the final clincher came when I commented (in irony) that the song "Last Name" was a good song for that character and my daughter said, "yeah, but probably not appropriate for a high schooler to sing at a glee show".
Come on guys. Chenoweth may be a great singer/actress (though I'd never heard of her), but her character on Glee is AWFUL. I really hope she's not around for very long. She and Mrs. Schuester need to be written off, and ASAP. I really like the show and want it to do well but those two characters are real duds.
I love me some Cheno, but I think that character is better suited to be an occasional guest role. Staying in Lima would mean she didn't get her happy ending. Plus, having Kristin on the show would give the kids fewer opportunities to shine. Brava, though! What a great performance!
I agree she was great, however I don't think the show needs yet another flaky blonde female role. Here's a thought, get rid of the wife and make some room for her...
It was a great episode, but the best part of "GLEE" is the clean cut, small town image the show portrays. Why must we throw a dialogue that includes alcohol, and exposed body parts in yet another series, to make it interesting. After all, this is about a high school glee club. The writer has done a great job of keeping drugs, alcohol, and even inappropriate dress out of this program. Why not leave well enough alone.
Moose,
While technically you are correct in saying she could go get her GED then onto college etc etc.... wouldnt that detract from the stars of the show? And after all isnt that what the show is supposed to be about, the Glee Club?
As for the role model part, yes I want my children to grow up drop out of high school 3 credits shy of graduation only to gorw up being a boozed up squatter that makes her money from "a few appointments that she gets from her World Wide Web page" only to go back to school and commit statutory rape in the locker room with the football player that knocked up the cheerleader and is not man enough to admit it all the while passing out alcohol AT SCHOOL to the gay character in an attempt to gain her long lost acceptance and glory.
Sorry, but any young adult that sees her character as a role model not only has their head screwed on incorrectly but needs a serious psych evaluation.
What Kristen Chenoweth needs is a show that will allow all of her wonderful talents shine (and not some canned sitcom like in 2001).
Not as a regular but periodically sure. That was a great episode. This is a really fun cool show. My two teens watch it, my wife watches it, I think its edgy enough with some decemt music that I think its definitely one of the more interesting shows on TV.
Kristin Chenewith makes a good adition to any show. Outsanding comedienne and excellent singer.
Yes! Best show of the Glee season!
Absolutely. She was great on "Pushing Daisies" and was right at home on "Glee." Her episode was my favorite so far, thanks in no small part to her performance and character. She would also make a great foil to Sue Sylvester (Jane Lynch).
ABSOLUTELY. She's so talented and quirky. Perfect for Pushing Daisies and perfect for GLEE! Love her.
I love Glee. I would like to see the story line of the pregnant wife end, it is silly and the character is not remotely likeable. Chenovweth should become teacher associate/ with the goal of college. Romantic interest plus. I do like the inter-action of the students. I laughed so hard last week when the gay charactor taught the football team to dance, loved it.
I love this show and Kristin Chenoweth was adorable. I have loved her since I saw her in Wicked. Would love to see her as a recurring guest on Glee.
NOOOOO, she was annoying.
I love the show and am a big fan of Chenoweth. While I cannot picture her in the story as a permanent cast member, a recurring guest roll would be awesome! A weekly spot feels as though it would take away from the other stars of the show and their performances.
Although I loved Kristin Chenoweth on GLEE last night, I don't think making her a permanent character would be a good move. In my opinion, so much was covered last night in regards to "her story" that I don't feel like there's much more left to explore. But who knows, maybe they can work something out. As a side note, I'm really unhappy that Modern Family and Cougar Town now come on during this show. Without DVR, I'm conflicted!!! Anyone else?
I agree... her character, voice, everything is totally Jerri Blank (Amy Sedaris) from Strangers with Candy.. but, I love her too. She's a great actress and her talented voice cannot be denied.
Why is it that two men earlier commented on glee as being awful and not supporting a good show. They wanted to see a response to what is going on in the world. Go and find another format in order to do that.
This is a response board for Glee. It's a great show, with very talented people on it and she should be on it.
She was fantastic and I was mesmerized too. How about an offshoot of Glee with April playing the main character?
Ummm Duh guys!! She would be PERFECT!
Yes!!! She was unbelievable and a terrific addition to the cast of Glee -I hope they keep her!
This show is wonderful! She gave such a great speech after receiving her Emmy, this show needs to add her to their cast of talented singers!
It would make me start watching again. I stopped after the first episode.
she was terrific
I totally A-GLEE...
She was absolutely fabulous! She added a provocativeness into the plot that really messmerized our houseold. We are huge Glee fans anyway, but there's nothing like a real pro performing. Whatever Glee does, I hope they are a big enough draw to stay on the air opposite ABC's killer lineup.
I love Glee, but the episodes keep becoming less humorous. If the trend continues the show may not make it. 🙁
Maybe Chenoweth could add some more humor. I can see where her big star presence might take away from the younger stars (though she annoys me slightly), but I think she should at least make some more appearances, if not become a regular.
Loved, loved, loved her!!!
I can not say enough positive things about this show. Love it!!! Its the best and most original show to hit TV in years.
YESSSSS!!!!!!! She was great in The West Wing as well!
Brian,
I have to disagree with you!! Kristin Chenoweth could be brought along with the show, getting her GED, then going onto college, all the while volunteering until she CAN be a teaching assistant!! Kristin would represent a part of the population of young adults that are forgotten because they quit high school, and see themselves as failures! NOT TRUE!! These young adults that drop out of high school need someone to show them life is NOT over! They too can guide their own destinies and change the direction they are going! Kristin Chenoweth would be an excellent roll model for thousands of young adults everywhere. I can only hope she is brought back as a regular on the show!
Wonderful show last night with Kristin; one of the few times I actually applauded during a TV show; I would love to see her as a regular.
I wouldn't like her to be a regular but as a reoccurring guest that would be fine. She would be stronger that way (and maybe win her second Emmy?)
Yes I LOVE this show. Can't wait to see the next week.
Absolutely! I watched glee for the first time last night knowing she would be on it. She is an amazingly talented actress and singer. I would become a regular watcher of the show if she was on it.
YES, YES, absolutely YES!!! She's one of my favorite Broadway stars, and I loved her on Pushing Daises. I have really enjoyed Glee thus far, and last night's episode was no exception. Bringing Kristin Chenoweth in as a regular would make it even better!! DO IT!
She'd make a better addition to the dining table, across from me, at a very nice Italian restaurant! Absolutely smitten, ever since West Wing!
I think I liked Ms. Chenoweth better on the pop tunes-the show tunes chosen were too big for her reedy voice and that high sound she made (sorry, can't call it a note) at the end made my eardrums explode. I think she'd be an interesting addition to a show which is turning out to be rather more predictable than I could wish, but please-no more show tunes from her!
Ms Chenoweth could sing from a phone book and I would buy a ticket. She also writes a screamingly funny book as well.
Glee is amazingly refreshing and Chenoweth was such a great addition. She is such a star, did you see how gorgeous she looked at the Emmy's in her Tiffany diamonds! Love her! My one complaint about the show echos Jay from Ohio...these kids are amazing singers yet when the singing starts, it almost sounds fake. Ryan Murphy has said the cast was chosen solely on their singing talent...so don't hide it. And more Jane Lynch please!
No. No. No. I dont like Kristin Chenoweth anywhere but Broadway. I love to hear her sing, but could not STAND her character and that obnoxious nasally speaking voice she was producing. Leave the show alone, it rocks all on its own with plenty of Divas to hold it up already there... if you doubt it simply rewatch the closing number of the show "Somebody to Love".
I like Chenoweth but hate Glee (at least half it's characters, if not the show as a whole). Cast her or not, just cancel the dog! Soon!
She was AWESOME!!!!
She would be a perfect fit!
Cheneweth knocked my socks off with her cover of Heart's "Alone" at the Bingo party. That girl is the real deal.
i thought that was their poorest episode yet. it was stupid. 38 yr old boozehound going back to high school. messed up the chemistry of the cast.
She should get on a GOOD show instead. She was awesome on Pushing Daisies and the fact that such a good show was canceled makes me doubt the intelligence of the American T.V. watching public.
I'd rather see the kids perform - it's supposed to be about the Glee Club. I'd like to see more (younger) guest stars come on the show, such as Zac Efron.
I love Glee. This is one of the only shows where I laugh out loud. Nice to watch a show that roots for the underdog instead of more shows which focus only on people's looks or money! Great talent on this show!
I couldn't agree more! She is SO amazing and one of the nicest people around. She gave me goosebumps last night, which rarely happens! I love "Glee" and even thought to myself last night as I was watching what a great fit she'd be for that show! Go Kristin! Loving you in Minneapolis!!!
i submit this as my signature on a petition! she was great. i love the show and i loved it even more with her on it!
She made the show 200 percent better, and according to rating viewership was up by almost a million. The highest viewership since the pilot. They should defiantly make her a series regular. She brought a lot to the show.
She did a great job. Great voice!
Just when you think tv can't get any worse along comes uglee. Too bad Chenoweths talents were wasted on this drival.
Yes! Great episode and great series!
Lisa,
I agree with your assessment. I believe Kritin Chenoweth would be a valued addition to the show. It would definitely make me want to ensure I see the next episode. I did not know she had such singing talent. Kudos to her and I hope the show can find a place for her.
Yes I think she would be a great addition. I've been watching the show every week since it's come on. It is so uplifting, and last night was even better!
yes the show is different than anything on tv right now, but in reality thats not saying much. While I agree that the ppl on this show are very talented i find the show trite, self-absorbed, and stupid. Its Fox's answer to (read RIP OFF OF) High School Musical 1-500000 in a feeble attempt to gain teen audiences, namely girls.
Chenoweth was somewhat entertaining because it was a break from the norm on that show, which is lip-synching over prerecorded tracks by ppl that look like they could possibly still be in high school, however even a MILF cant save this shows male boredom factor which is why it probably will not survive for very long.
last point: all the commenters on here who are saying things like they should make her a teacher blah blah.... did you even pay attn to the show? The WHOLE reason she was able to return to school was because SHE NEVER FINISHED ergo she CANNOT be a teacher.
Everything needs more Chenoweth. She's an amazing talent. I miss Pushing Daisies so much. She was the perfect Olive!
Kristen was great. Finally, a program that isn't a game show or reality TV. Glee is a lot of fun.
I would ABSOLUTELY love to see her join the cast. She is an amazing talent.
Kristin is delightful in everything she does – and I miss Pushing Daisy's so much – but she's just too "overpowering" for the other stars of Glee – it was a nice change of pace to have her on Glee – but her quirky talent needs a much bigger role and a wider audience – she shines way too brightly for this show and probably for any typcial TV show. I also say bring back Pushing Daisies – loved it and miss it – but give Kristin a vehicle that will let this tiny titan show just how BIG she really is!
Best episode so far! Love her! The singing was fantastic!
bring back Pushing Daisies!!
I would love to see her in future episodes of Glee. She can belt a tune with the best of them.
She's cute, witty and talented. Glee would be even more gleeful if her character was added as a regular.
I'm not a big fan of TV musicals, but Glee had me in stitches last week when the football team broke out singing that new Beyonce tune. If they bring on Kristin Chenoweth it will only improve an already great show.
Hell yes! Glee has been a great show up to this point even without her. The performance power of last night's episode was over the top. I think that Kristen would be too 'big' to have on every week, but recurring cameos would be perfect.
Given it's quirk and camp, Glee needs to maintain fairly precise artistic balance in order to give its diverse following what they want. Chenowith is – no doubt – fantastic, but she would make a terrible, permanent addition to the cast. Judging from last night's show and the comments on this board, Glee would turn into the Chenowith show, or as some hope, Pushing Daisies 2.0. Chenowith would overshadow the current cast and it'd be downhill from there.
PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE make Chenoweth a permanent fixture on Glee. She is amazing!
YES PLEASE! i was a huge pushing daisies fan, and i was sad to see them end the show! adding "April" to the cast of glee would be awesome!
Last night's show was the best episode yet and a lot of it had to do with Kristen. She was a breath of fresh[er] air. Her character was great! I'd LOVE LOVE LOVE to see her on the show full time. Come on studio exec's find a way to work her in permanently!
And I knew she had a good voice, but last night she just sounded amazing!
I agree to a point; I liked Chenoweth a lot. But, I'm iffy on her getting a permanent spot on the show because it might take away screen time from the Glee Club kids, some of whom don't get much to do as it is with all the 'Will/Emma/Terri and other adults' stuff.
@ Bertha (11:41).
I agree – I would much rather see her in a show that's going to last a few seasons. As much as I like Glee, I don't see it as one that will stick around. I would love to be wrong on this.
Kristin gave a great performance! But as an aging, alcoholic former glee club member she seemed totally out of place in the present day glee club. It didn't make sense that she would be allowed to become a member along with the high school students. I do think a spot could be found for her as a singing coach, teacher's assistant or something of that sort. I love the unique, quirky show but there needs to be some more excitement – I don't want each episode to become 'more of the same'.
YES! YES! YES! She really added some magic to the show and I LOVED how she played April Rhodes. Glee would be stupid if they did not add her to the cast.. or atleast add her to a few more shows.
Ms. C would be an awesome addition to the show. She is meant to play a misfit, a gambler, a boozer. Even with her cherubic face and angelic voice, this is the part that will make her a household name. God knows, she has the talent and the expertise.
Keep HER, FOX and Glee Producers, what else could you ask for in an actress?
She is an amazing vocalist, but I was glad when she left...I don't know, I guess it was too much of her? I like the cast as it is. Honestly, I don't think they even NEED guest stars. They can hold it on their own!
Hiring Kristin would be perfect & it would set up a great story line when we finally meet Lea Michele's missing mother who will be played by Idina Menzel – I CAN'T WAIT FOR THAT – Are you listening,Ryan?
YES YES YES....maybe she could be hired as the choreographer? or she could be Will's plant on the Cheerleading squad? YES YES YES
I think Chenoweth is hot and smart and funny and should have her own show. As far as Glee goes, I saw those first few episode over the summer and thought "Hey this could be pretty good". So now the regular season has started and it couldn't be more crappy and cheezy. I had to change the channel the past two weeks because I just couldn't take the cheezyness anymore.
What Glee needs is to end the lip-synching. Go back and watch the premiere episode and hear how much better the singing sounded.
yes she was a great addition to the show – but not as a fake student... she needs to be a mentor or something, it was kind of creepy the way she was roaming the halls.
I adore Glee. It is getting to be my favorite shows.
But sorry folks I hated the Chenoweth character on
there – there's enough going on on this show already
without her boozed-up sleezeball character too. Please lose her ;(
Kristin is such a powerhouse that I wonder if she would over shadow the show? She belongs in a similar format of her own. Maybe a GLEE spinoff? April getting her stuff together and hitting broadway again?
Kristin Chenoweth was OUTSTANDING!! I certainly hope the writers bring her back as a regular on the show! Her character has great potential for helping those who have dropped out of school, to work on "girl" issues, her acting was flawless... and the singing...FANTASTIC!! Kristin would bring that oomph back that has been lacking!
I love GLEE... great show .. great stories for all ages , and awesome performances.
Last night was not my favorite episode, but the addition of April made it pretty good... I think she would be a great addition, but I would like to see a better influence on the kids.. although her role was pretty hilarious.. she's a great actress !!!
No- I enjoyed her as a guest star but I think her character would not fit in to the show well and would detract from the student and teacher characters too much. An occasional cameo would be good though.
Glee doesn't need to be cancelled. This is the first show in a while that truly deserves to stay on. Plus I miss Pushing Daisies.
I've known Kristen since before she stepped into show business. She's an incredible person on and off the stage. I'd hate to see her get stereotyped on a TV series. Her talent needs to go to the movies or better yet – Broadway. We all knew she'd make it!! GO CHRISTEN GO!
Your fans in OK.
What they really need to do is have some network pick up Pushing Daisies and give her back the role that won her the Emmy. That was a great show, a real joy, witty writing, excellent actors/actresses, a different premise than anything else and a look unlike anything else on TV. It was brilliant and short-sighted network execs didn't give it the full chance it deserved. Bring back Pushing Daisies!
I thought Glee looked pretty funny, but I have not watched an episode because it is on FOX. Since they cancelled TSCC on a cliffhanger, I avoid new shows on thier stations. I wish shows would wrap up at the end of a season unless they have already been picked up for the next season. It would make it easier and safer to get into a new show.
For example, Dexter does it right. There are small subplots that get continued, but the major story arc is resolved. FOX and ABC are so cancel-happy, I don't plan to check out any of their new shows now, and I don't buy it on DVD when it's called "The Complete Series" for something left unfinished.
YES!!!!! What a talent!!!! I will watch anything with Chenowith
Yes.. Love the show and Love the character. I have only one issue the dubbing is really annoying when the characters sing. There are times that they look like Brittney or Heidi M singing the songs.. Sorry but REALLY REALLY love the show!! I even started calling Wednesday- Glee Wednesday!!
I don't think having Kristin added to the cast would take away. The lead high school girl was also a broadway lead. She was the lead in Sweet Charity. I think she would be a great add to the show as long as they didn't make it all about her. They should bring her on as a substitute teacher..
Never heard of the show until last night when my wife introduced me to it. I thought it was great and adds some good variety to night time network Television. Chen did a great job and has an amazing voice. You can't help but love and hate her character. They need to bring her back.
What! I was shocked when I saw this article title on the CNN homepage. I couldn't stand her character last night – she was creepy and annoying, and served only as a distraction from the rest of the (amazing) show. I couldn't wait for her to be kicked out of the group. I love Glee but I am not at all on board with Kristin Chenoweth. Not a fan.
I adore her and always have, if they found her a perma-spot on Glee, which I also adore, that would be fine with me!
Let*s see. Broadway actress who*s comfortable in musicals or dramas. Noted author. Has the *it* factor. No contest.
Actually, as good as Chenoweth was (and she was great) I'd love to see Amy Sedaris join the cast.
I agree she'd be a great addition, if for no other reason than to give a wide audience the chance to hear her magnificent voice on a regular basis - "Girl in 14G", anyone?
I thought she was amazing! She's such a charismatic performer, she puts Lea Michele (no offense) to shame.
Chenowith caught my attention with her singing and comedy...loved her. YES, ADD HER TO THE GLEE CAST PERMANENTLY. We look forward to more – BRAVO!!!
Yes!! Kristin Chenoweth is nothing short of amazing.
She should replace Stephen Tobolowsky as the school arts director. As much as I love the cast overall, we need stronger female and gay characters on this show.
Chenoweth is totally awesome. She is the perfect triple threat, sing, dance & act.
She is the perfect missing link in Glee, but do not cast her in the lead, I believe lea Michele is that.
Yes, yes, yes! I was thrilled to watch my first episode of Glee last night and would NOT consider watching again without Kristin Chenoweth in it.
GLEE is the best show this season Kristin Chenoweth was a hit ( with teh help of the writers OF COURSE) she stole the show last night. Will needs to dump his current wife and marry April
Good for a guest star, not for the show. Chenoweth seemed out of place in the cast. Glad Rachel is back in the Glee club now – seemed the show was losing direction.
Glee is wonderful, as is the music. It's a great break from all of the detective crime shows. And Kristin was great, but only guest appearances as not to overshadow the regular cast.
More Kristin would be great, but even better would be more Jane Lynch!!!!
Kristin Chenowith was fantastic on last night's show! I enjoyed her chemistry with Will and with the students. A few cameo appearances throughout the season would be great.
Give her a job as Shuester's teacher aide.
I'd go for cameos for Chen – while she is excellent, she does take away from these other performers who are trying to make a name for themselves. But I'm sure she can fit someplace in an occasional role. She IS good in the role she played – I can t think of another actress who could have done it as well as she did.
I'm sure the writers can come up with something for her (and the producers, some $$$) that doesnt steal away the initial idea of Glee.
I really like that show! Its fresh and original and so different from the everyday drivel of reality tv!
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Absolutely!!!!
I couldn't agree with you more! "Put that in your Pipe and Smoke it" I was hysterical laughing because she isn't rigid and will do whatever they tell her too. I thought this past episode was well put together and wouldn't mind watching her on Glee!!! Where can I sign THAT petition!
jon, if you dont like it, then why are you reading articles about it? you are welcome to your opinion, but dont be derrogatory...just keep it to yourself
LOVE GLEE, and the episode with Kristin was hilarious. 🙂
ABSOLUTELY!!! She was wonderful!! I just couldn't stop the goose bumps!!
YES! I've been so sad since Pushing Daisies was canceled, and Glee is the perfect place for Chenoweth. Let me know where I can sign that petition!
couldn't agree more....kept backing the tivo up to see "maybe this time".....frankly, wanted to see it without Lea Michele....simply outstanding
She is great!
For a little bit I thought that we might see April steal the lead in the musical freeing-up Rachel for the Glee Club.
I think that we haven't seen the last of April Rhodes though.
Yes! Kristin should be on as a regular. I love her and I love this show. Kurt is my favorite, so cute! 🙂
Wonderful idea. She's awesome,
i think for the same reason why april shouldn't have stayed in the glee club, is the same reason why chenoweth shouldn't stay on the show "Glee". i love chenoweth but i love these kids too and i think that with a big star like chenoweth on the show, it will take away some of the spotlight off of these talented young actors. guest spots – yes! but i'd prefer she wasn't a regular.
YES! This was the first Glee episode that I loved since the pilot last spring. The show had been lacking something until last night.
Please bring Chenoweth on board!!!! She was amazing!
Totally agree!!!
She is awsome. She was perfect in pushing daisies
I agree. She was amazing! Glee needs more Chen...and the producers need to snap-her-up before another show does.
She is just so good, Glee is a great fit
Yes, she would be great and so would Sarah Drew who's guest spot later this season is outstanding! I'd like to see both added to the cast.
I could not agree more with these comments. The character and the signing had me hitting rewind not once, but several times during the show last night. Adding Chenoweth would take an above average show to a status of show stopping every week...
Totally agree. I love me some Chenoweth! Perhaps we'll see a little Glenda/Elphaba action with Idina look-alike Lea Michele??
Loved her. Would love to see her on permanently.
HECK YES SHE SHOULD!!! We were saying the same thing last night as we watched!!
Absolutely loved her in Glee. Hope she does land a permanent role.
So much talent shouldn't be wasted!
I don't think so. Her star is too big. Cameo's for sure!
I love that you said that, because from the minute she appeared on screen, I knew that she was going to rock the show, and that I'd want her to become a series regular. The show is already amazing and original, and her addition just pushed it over the top into supernaturally wonderful!
Yes!!! She would be a great addition. 'Glee' is great already, but adding Chenoweth would be amazing!
Yes yes & yes, I can see here as a regular. She was so perfect in a Jerry Blank (Amy Sedaris) kinda way. Love to see her again with glee!
I can't agree more... GLEE is absolutely the best thing about TV right now and having a little more Krisitin Chenoweth would be their crowning glory.
Chenoweth makes a good addition to ANY cast. Spectacular performances last night!
definitely. I actually thought she was going to be doing several episodes since I was thinking the plot was Rachel was going to give up the musical and April would take it over.
Chenowith was excellent–this was one of the best episodes so far. The "battle" song was absolutely beautiful, and her rendition of "Last Name" was great!
I absolutely love this show–so different from the drama and reality programs on TV now.
eeeeech. This Glee show is TERRIBLE. It doesnt need more chenoweth it needs more Cancellation!
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Yes! I loved her as Olive on Pushing Daisies and she was great again as April.