: Transfers from Dalton Academy to McKinley to be with Kurt, joining the New Directions.
: Acting on Sue Sylvester's orders to destroy the arts, she helps sabotage the project and is subsequently kicked out of the Glee club by Will.
: Will Schuester places several purple pianos around McKinley High. His "Purple Piano Project" mandates that whenever a club member sees a piano, they must perform a song to inspire and recruit new students. Recruitment & New Characters : [S3E1] The Purple Piano Project
The episode features six cover songs, focusing heavily on Broadway and upbeat pop:
: Rachel and Kurt encounter this formidable rival (played by The Glee Project runner-up Lindsay Pearce ) at a NYADA mixer, which leaves them feeling humbled and intimidated. Character Shifts : : Transfers from Dalton Academy to McKinley to
: Sue Sylvester launches a congressional campaign on an anti-arts platform, using the Glee club as her primary target for political gain. Musical Performances
Directed by and written by Brad Falchuk , this episode serves as a transitional point for the series, shifting focus toward the "senior year" stakes for the original cast members. It centers on Mr. Schue's attempt to reinvigorate recruitment for the New Directions following their disappointing 12th-place finish at Nationals. Plot Summary His "Purple Piano Project" mandates that whenever a
: Adopts a rebellious "Skank" persona, complete with pink hair and a nose ring, and refuses to rejoin the club.
