After taking photos of Scott and Sharon, Devon and Mariah leave Sharon to coach Scott that Newman events don’t always go smoothly. If things get out of hand, duck.
Nikki’s a nervous wreck by the time Tessa’s sent in to update on the technical difficulties. Perhaps the universe may be saving Nikki from playing through her pain.
When Noah arrives with flowers for Tessa and Nikki, Abby snaps that she’s too busy to play tour guide – these flowers may be for my funeral (this event may kill me!) Having some experience with sound equipment, Noah will go have a look. Abby will just think about how to let everyone down.
Back on the red carpet, Hilary fails to get a rise out of Ashley (who has no problem whatsoever celebrating an event her ex is hosting for his current wife) She’s proud of both Nikki and Victor (and Ravi looks proud to be beside Ashley)
Hilary then pounces on Nick – how do you feel tonight? Thrilled? Proud? Yes, both those words, Nick all but shrugs. Chelsea steps in the save the interview by patting herself on the back for the beautiful gown she designed for Nikki.
Wandering around backstage, Victor hushes Nikki up – the show will go on as planned. Greeting Ashley (while Ravi’s sent off for drinks) Victor again assures that everything is fine – now go be with Ravi before his curfew.
Ashley finds Abby throwing a fit backstage as she ends a call. NO! She’s not OK and Dad’s blaming me for all of it.
Listing all that’s gone wrong, Abby ask Ashley to go mingle with Ravi (as if nothing’s wrong) Noah reports that the sound board is gone, but he does have some equipment at Underground. Make sure Tessa and Grandma get those flowers, he reminds Abby.
Mariah’s not happy to find Hilary conducting interviews on the red carpet. If it’s a ‘one person job’ who’s this? (Howard) Mariah’s further annoyed when Hilary interviews Neil, then skips her to flirt with Devon (who promotes Tessa)
I’ll be damned, Victor’s surprised when Sharon arrives with Scott (who’s then sent off to help Abby) Sharon escaping unscathed, Victor shares his surprise with Vikki (hinting that she’d be a better match for Scott)
Backstage, Tessa’s concerned to find Nikki icing her hands – but covers for her when Abby comes in to ask the same thing – what’s with the ice packs?
Abby delivers Noah’s flowers to Nikki and Tessa but can’t sure for sure they’ll be performing tonight. Both Nikki and Abby know that Victor will never make that announcement.
Schmoozing with Hilary on the red carpet, Dina makes it clear that she enjoyed her last interview with Mariah. On his Mother’s arm, Jack declares himself a big fan of Nikki.
Backstage, Victor assures Neil that the show isn’t running behind. He and Jack then share some tension over Victor’s ‘wife’. Ravi (with Ashley) smooths things over by talking about a piece Nikki’s playing tonight. Left with her daughter, Dina wastes no time comparing Ashley’s relationship with Ravi to hers with Graham.
With confidence, Nick claims the soundboard won’t magically fix itself. How the hell do you know that? Victor scowls.
Listening to Abby rant, Scott gives her credit for what she accomplished. ALMOST accomplished, she wails. When Noah appears, she hopes he has good news.
Noah’s brought over some equipment from Underground. If someone comes to set it up, he can run it. IF it’s up to code, Mr Pittman will give the event his approval.