#ivy lynn

[rewrite-this-story]

I know no one watches this show, and that's really unfortunate, but I have so many thoughts about Smash that I want to share, so you all get to either hear them or ignore this post entirely. I don't really care which.

First of all, Megan Hilty is an absolute queen!! I wish her name was more well known on Broadway because wow. Her voice is so powerful and I cry every time I hear her sing don't forget me. And I actually love ivy as a character with all my heart. She's beautiful and strong and so interesting. Yeah, she's flaws and human, but she tries so hard. I was so happy when she started getting the recognition she deserved in season 2. She makes mistakes, but then she gets back up every time. I also think she had incredible potential for directing and would have like to see that explored. She just deserved better in general.

I also don't like Karen at all. Not only is she kinda boring as a character, but she's not nearly as talented as everyone seems to think. Yeah, she's pretty and has a gorgeous voice, but she's really just a so-so actress and dancer. Her songs rarely make me feel anything like Ivy's do. At the end of season 1, I only cried during her version of don't forget me because I felt Ivy's frustration so deeply. Also, Karen is kinda rude and arrogant. Like, she has no clue how theater works but acts like everyone else is constantly out to get her just because they're asking her to do something differently. She can't remember her blocking and then complains that people don't like her. And she's so sensitive. No one can tease her or even comment anything that isn't 100% positive about her without her getting upset. Furthermore, Ivy's an interesting character who makes us really care about her because of how hard she tries and fails only to get back up again. Then, they throw in her past and emotional trauma and struggles with addiction. It's really hard not to care about and root for her. Why should I care about Karen? I liked hit list only because of Jimmy, Kyle, and even Anna. Karen didn't matter at all to me because she didn't really have to struggle or fight for anything. She was kinda just along for the ride.

Third thing, Derek sucks and is super problematic, but it was nice to see him stay to grow and improve. I would've liked to see where season 3 might've taken him. I do really like his relationship with Ivy because she calls him out on stuff, and he actually listens to her. It was dumb that he never saw how truly incredible an actress she was. They would have made a great team after she really became more sure of herself and he realized how awful he was. His obsession with Karen was really weird, but I like to imagine he probably got over it by the end of season 2.

Tom and Julia were interesting, but I was actually happy to see them split at the end of everything. She always kind of took advantage of him and it bothered me. He also deserved a real relationship story, but I'm not surprised he didn't get one since he was a gay character in 2012. His relationship with Kyle was kinda creepy and Kyle should've dated either Sam or that dancer we saw him flirting with earlier in the season. Either one of those would've been less uncomfortable. Him and Sam were also never really a good match. Plus, he did Sam kinda dirty in season 2. But yeah, he should've gotten a good relationship.

I do think Sam should've gotten the lead in hit list. He deserved it, Jimmy didn't. Jimmy did a good job, obviously, but he wasn't reliable and was really uncooperative. He could've just given feedback as a writer instead of being the lead actor. I get why they did it the way they did for the TV show, but realistically, it just didn't make sense.

Kyle's death was awful. I wish we saw more of him. I think his relationship and history with Jimmy was interesting, I think it should've been explorers more instead of Jimmy and Karen, who's relationship was kinda predictable and overused. It would've been nice to see him and Jimmy sing together sometime. I wish he sang a few more songs in general because he has a really cool sound.

Jimmy and Derek also could've had a really interesting relationship if it hadn't centered around Karen as much as it did. I think they could've really helped each other. Jimmy didn't take any bullshit and Derek didn't put up with any bullshit, so they could've kept each other in line. Derek also saw something in Jimmy that few people did and I think it would've been neat to see him become a bit of a mentor.

Finally, Derek and Tom had so much potential that was never explored. Their history and their future are so unclear, but I have so many questions.

So yeah, I really did enjoy the show. It's not the most incredible show ever made, but it was fun and interesting. It's a shame it only got two seasons. I kinda blame the marketing team since so few people know it ever existed.

#smash #nbc smash #jimmy collins #ivy lynn #karen cartwright #kyle bishop #tom levitt #jeremy jordan #megan hilty #andy mientus #christian borle #im sick of writing names #so that's it for the tags #i also doubt anyone's gonna see this anyways #i just finished my rewatch of smash and wanted to share my many many thoughts

[coolgrl111]

my unwanted opinion on “smash” season 2 because i didn’t have anyone to talk to about it (in no particular order)

i know i’m late but i have THOUGHTS.

- i hate the “hit list” musical subplot. it wasn’t interesting to me at all and i found myself getting bored everytime jimmy and karen were on screen together. i really didn’t care about their relationship or their musical at all

- karen was so unnecessarily rude to ivy, i get ivy was in the wrong but so was dev, and she treated ivy so bad. (i am also a massive ivy apologist sorry!)

- jimmy was the most unlikable character ever?? like were we meant to root for him?? he was so unreliable and stupid and the only time i actually did like him was when he said that tony speech for kyle… keep him locked up 😭😭

- this is kind of an unpopular opinion but i really couldn’t care less about kyle getting hit by a car. like i get it’s sad because he was a nice guy but he was in the show for like 2 seconds. i felt no connection to his character and yeah

- ivy DESERVED that tony and the role of marilyn!! i was so happy to see her win and i loved seeing karen’s stupid sad face. take the L. i just wish they didn’t have her get it ruined by getting preg 🥲

#nbc smash #smash tv show #smash #christian borle #katherine mcphee #megan hilty #tom levitt #ivy lynn #karen cartwright #jeremy jordan #broadway #let me be your star #broadway musical #tonys #late #comment your opinions

[loudnclearspot]

“ what are you doing here? it’s the middle of the night. ”

"I- I'm sorry- I shouldn't have come." What was she thinking? They weren't even dating. Her daughter was asleep just down the hall. She didn't need to see this. They were just causal after all. It was silly; she didn't need to come to Ivy's apartment unannounced, tears streaming down her face. She shouldn't have come. "I- I'm sorry. I'm gonna go."

#v: modern #SPOT YOU FUCKER DEAL WITH YOUR FEELINGS #orchestrahearts #ivy lynn

[cassebra]

i’m ivy lynn’s biggest fan btw

#smash nbc #ivy lynn #megan hilty

[heirtothetrib]

Darcy gave an uneasy smile as he walked up Ivy's apartment building. He and the kids hadn't been over since before the funeral. Ivy had always been closer with Tommy than him- it only made sense, as a pianist, their paths crossed frequently. But he and Ivy had always been friendly when Darcy had come along with Tommy for their kids' play dates. So when she had offered to host a playdate for Ana and Cecila, he was quick to accept.

It would give at least Ana some sense of normalcy. It had only been two weeks since the funeral and play dates had fallen off of Darcy's radar in the midst of everything. Ana was beaming and excited as they walked up the stairs, clearly ready to see her friend. Mikey probably wouldn't stray too far from his daddy today, evidenced by how closely his two year old was clinging to his chest currently, but it would be good to get him out of the house too.

He let go briefly of his daughter's hand to knock on the door. "Ivy, hi, how are you?" he asked when she answered the door, a tired smile on his face. "Thank you for having us all over."

@orchestrahearts

#v: single dad #v: modern #ivy lynn #orchestrahearts

[merrilymp3]

i finally got my hands on a smash bootleg (audio) so if anyone wants to talk about the production or has any questions PLEASE message me!!

#ox is rambling again #smash nbc #nbc smash #ivy lynn #karen cartwright #annoying tags so people will see this sorry #PLEASE message me im in love w smash

[the-invisible-queer]

#poll #matt simmons #Matthew simmons #daniel henney #mateo cruz #esai morales #power rangers #tommy oliver #ghosts #cbs ghosts #jay arondekar #smash #ivy lynn #boardwalk empire #angela darmody #west side story #west side story 2021 #bernardo vasquez #jason david frank #Utkarsh Ambudkar #megan hilty #aleksa palladino #david alvarez #ariana debose #jack ellis #broken path #broken fist #johnny yong bosch #sam chao #shanghai calling

[sassyygayy]

⭐️🎭

OMG YES!! (i forgot i reblogged this)

✨ SMASH Asks ✨

⭐️ - Favorite Character(s)?

Julia & Tom: i love them, their dynamic, and how well they balanced each other out (especially in s1). i wish i could’ve seen more stories of them from the past creating different stories.

Ivy: s1 she was definitely problematic but i felt that they at least explained where most of her bad tendencies/intentions came from (mostly how her mom treats her). s2 Ivy just thrived and i was so SO happy to see her finally as Marilyn on Broadway.

Eileen: BAD. B*TCH. i don’t think an explanation is needed, she’s just an icon and i wanted her to get everything she wanted. queen sh*t.

Derek: okay so i just joined this fandom so i don’t know how Derek is perceived just yet but i love his little problematic ass. he’s an awful AWFUL person at times, actually at most times but he’s got something about him where i can’t hate him 🤷‍♀️

🎭 - Hit list or Bombshell?

Bombshell! i spent most of the 2nd season not quite understanding what ‘Hit List’ was about and as much as i love Jeremy Jordan - his performances didn’t outdo the amazing numbers from Bombshell. even towards the end of s2 i didn’t ever really get goosebumps at any of Hit Lists performances.

#nbc smash #smash nbc #ivy lynn #julia houston #derek wills #tom levitt #eileen rand

[nickys-theater-blog]

me watching smash:

ivy lynn: ❤️😊😘😋

karen kartwright: 😡🙄😒😐

#this is me hating of karen #i fucking hate her sm #she’s so ANNOYING #like FUCK OFF #smash #tv: smash #ivy lynn #karen kartwright

[rewrite-this-story]

Not me deciding that every character I relate to is queer and neurodivergent just because.

#usually they're autistic bi and genderqueer #but not always #sometimes it makes more sense than others #also it makes me feel seen and normal #so thats fun #sam winchester #davey jacobs #ivy lynn #elphaba #dick grayson #starfire #kitty pryde #just for a few random examples

[coolgrl111]

JUST FINISHED SMASH!!! i was sweating during the last ep omfg so glad ivy won 😭😭😭❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

#nbc smash #smash tv show #smash #ivy lynn #karen cartwright #tom levitt #megan hilty #musical theatre #musical #broadway #tonys

[smashfeelingss]

Favorite SMASH underrated friendship ✨

Julia + Ivy .

#smash #smash nbc #debra messing #julia houston #megan hilty #ivy lynn #my edits

[loudnclearspot]

❛  whatever you need, i'm just one phone call away.  ❜ ( from ivy )

"I'll be alright, sugar," Spot said pressing a kiss to Ivy's lips. "It's just a normal hit and dash. We'll take care of this scumbag and I'll be home in time for dinner with you and Cecilia." She did her best to assure her girlfriend, but she also knew she worried with good reason. "Don't you worry your pretty little mind over this."

#v: modern #FULL ON DATING BITCHES #orchestrahearts #ivy lynn

[orchestrahearts]

This is 900+ of icons of Megan Hilty in the first season of NBC’s Smash.

These are base icons with minimal editing to them so you can psd them to your preference. Please Like or Reblog if you use them.

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#Megan Hilty #NBC Smash #Megan Hilty icons #Ivy Lynn #Ivy Lynn icons #Smash icons #NBC Smash icons #✧ | i make shit now ( my icons )

[heirtothetrib]

“ don’t be silly, you’re much more important than some tinder date! ” ( from ivy )

Darcy wiped at his eyes. Today had been incredibly difficult and frustrating. The kids were with Tommy's parents tonight- both to let them have time with their grandchildren and to let Darcy have a breather. He was upset and didn't want the kids to be around that. Unsure of what to do, he called Ivy. "Still, I really appreciate you coming. We both know time away from the kids is in short supply sometimes."

"Today was bad and I don't know what to do about any of it."

#v: single dad #ivy lynn #orchestrahearts

[cassebra]

ivy, i can do a british accent, please leave derek for me☺️

#smash nbc #ivy lynn #megan hilty