Carrie's acting is not great, but good enough not to bring the whole thing down too far (at least for me). And she's very likable and wants us to like her. I didn't think much of her on American Idol, but I'm rooting for her here.
I didn't realize until it started how technically difficult this is, to have the mix of close ups and farther camera shots added into the general challenge of putting on a show. Kudos to the director and cameramen.
The "live" aspect definitely adds to the experience. I really hope this show gets great ratings and they do a live musical every year.
"What was the name of that cheese that I like?"
"you can't run away forever...but there's nothing wrong with getting a good head start"
"well I hope and I pray, that maybe someday, you'll walk in the room with my heart"
