High School Musical: The Musical: The Series

Previously on High School Musical: The Musical: The Series...

I always assumed that if I got trapped with a group of people,

I'd be the den mother.

But even though a candle is better than a feather duster during a blackout...

Gina tried to generate power...

Waters, flashlights...

...in more ways than one, which I really respect.

Why don't you choreograph the show yourself?

So, while Nini was off having a light bulb moment of her own...

When did you realize that Broadway wasn't your dream anymore?

I'm right here, craving the spotlight.

And a little afraid of it, too.

Why do I hear sheep but don't see sheep?

Oh, that's Jimmy. He has social anxiety.

Well, I'm team Jimmy.

I don't camp, glamp or sleep without a silk pillow case.

Yes!

Cool.

Listen, I'm sure Seb and Gina have a good reason

for bringing us to his barn so late, on a school night.

Not that I mind the romantic setting.

Romantic is debatable. But I like where you're headed.

Okay, so, we gathered you guys here tonight 'cause I've got this idea.

And because we only have 48 hours to pull it off,

it's gonna take all of us.

The whole family.

Aw, you guys.

I've only been back for two weeks and it's the best decision I've ever made.

I'm with my favorite people in the world doing what I love best.

Coming up with an awesome plan and then doing it.

Without asking for permission.

Do you have any idea what we're agreeing to?

Literally no idea. - Cool.

How are we going to pull off the beast to prince transformation without CGI?

If anybody's good at smoke and mirrors, it's Miss Jenn.

Last time Miss Jenn brought smoke, she burned down a building.

Poor thing. She still flinches every time I even say the word Lumière.

It's like, "Hello? These aren't real candles."

Although, speaking of candles,

if they were real, there would be 16 of them this weekend.

Oh, like the movie?

Well, that movie was about something, Seb.

Was it candles? - No, Seb.

Double Hanukkah?

It's my birthday weekend.

But I don't like just telling people that because, like...

How thirsty am I, you know?

But I'm not above dropping a hint or two.

My love language is riddles.

Honey, I don't think you're getting this.

Wouldn't be the first time.

Anyway, gotta go to class. See you around.

So, I talked to Gina and we thought we could throw

a big surprise party to celebrate the guy Carlos is.

And a quinceañero he always wanted and never got.

It's a birthday party but seriously zhuzhed up.

'Cause Carlos is one of the good guys.

Okay, somebody say something because maybe this is a terrible idea?

It's an amazing idea. I'm in!

I'm down!

For Carlos. - For Carlos!

Whoo!

Two creams, four sugars. You are so predictable.

I use raw sugar now, Zackey. So the joke's on you.

Mmm.

It's a matcha latte. It's considered a more evolved caffeine.

Mm-hmm. - You know, we should

really stop meeting up like this.

Then pick another coffee shop, hon.

I was here first.

I always loved your competitive spirit.

The way I would push you, and then you would push me,

and then I would push you.

You push me, and then pretty soon it's a... A salsa.

Those hips, they never lie.

Your little mind games may have worked in the past, Zack.

But Jenn 2.0 is laser focused on winning that hardware at the Menkies.

And with the cast I've got, and a litter of actual rescue puppies,

standing by to play the wolves in our big act one forest climax,

I'm not really sweating your little fish show.

Did you say puppies?

I did.

Oh, and you might wanna work on that cha-cha.

Seems a little rusty.

It was a salsa.

I don't like her.

I know.

Be patient. Your moment is coming.

One scalding hot black coffee for Lily.

That's me.

Okay.

And on the third count of eight,

the wolves will attack the beast.

Can't wait.

Ricky, stand center stage and look afraid.

Dancers, please stand in for the wolves

who are currently being potty-trained at the animal shelter.

Hey, I need to talk to you for a second.

Okay.

Why do you look guilty? - Do you have any plans for Saturday?

Spending it all day watching football.

Really?

I love how you still can't tell when I'm being sarcastic.

Well, can you keep it open?

I'm going to need some help in the barn with something involving tractors.

We're talking this Saturday?

Mm-hmm. - Just come over and help in the barn

and not to celebrate something else

that you could figure out with a quick search of public records?

Mm-hmm.

Seb, are you okay?

Mm-hmm.

I never learned how to lie

but I figure as long as I keep my mouth shut, I can't tell the truth.

It's going great.

It takes a real leading lady to swing by and support her friends.

When I lived in Hoboken, which is basically New York,

I wouldn't miss any of my friends' opening nights.

Oh. No, it's fun to watch.

Everyone looks like they're having so much fun and I'm here, too.

It's sort of, adjacent to the fun having.

Well, sit tight. We'll be done soon.

Oh, no worries.

Got plenty of homework to keep me busy.

Homework is the new fun.

Attack!

Yes! Get 'em.

Get... Deep roar, Ricky.

Thank you. Yes!

Keep in mind, this is only a mock-up.

It's perfect, Kourt.

His favorite color is glitter.

Once this is done, he's gonna go nuts for this.

Let me just try...

Oh. Hello?

Sorry. For the party,

I'm recreating this crazy home movie dance video

that Carlos made in seventh grade.

Uh, since when did you two become so close?

'Cause two weeks ago, you weren't even talking

and now you're throwing him the party of the century?

Honestly, I always know where I stand with him.

Which is more than I can say for most boys at this school.

Anyway, you are a lifesaver for making this so fast.

You showed up on opening night of HSM and saved my life.

It's the least I can do.

And then, after all of that, you get a chance to stay?

We truly are blessed sometimes.

I just wish I had known ahead of time that I was staying.

I did something that night that I wish I could take back.

Okay, what are you trying to say right now? Because I need subtitles.

You ever put yourself out there and just get nothing back?

Honestly, I try not to.

I gotta learn how to be more like you, Kourt.

Well, I'm still trying to be more like Carlos. Loud and proud.

And for that alone, he deserves a goodbye party.

You mean a surprise party?

G, where are you? I need your eyes on the wolf sequence.

I'm gonna... Thanks again, Kourt.

Hey, hey. Big party day.

Looks like you're up to your ears in rose petals.

Yeah. So far no thorns, so...

Is that a euphemism?

You used the word "euphemism," yet you're tanking English class.

Okay, boomer.

I was born in the '70s.

Okay. Are you ready?

I am, like, the Picasso of flower arrangements.

Uh, wait, what's that?

Yeah, Picasso wasn't appreciated in his own time.

Is that true?

No, he was extremely wealthy and a terrible person.

Nini, I thought you said you could do the centerpieces.

I know, but everyone was so excited about helping out with the party

and I just wanted to be part of it.

Well, this is, like, part of a nightmare.

I am part offended.

Well, can I see yours?

I mean, uh, it's not much. But...

Ricky Bowen, are you crafty?

Honestly, I don't know who I am anymore.

Cheers!

Oh.

Well, hello, sir. Have you seen my dad? Who're you are all dressed up for?

Oh. Well, I figured if I was giving you a ride to this thing,

I might as well chaperone, too, right?

Why? Who's gonna be there?

Just the theater kids and Miss Jenn.

Oh, no kidding.

All right, chop-chop. Let's get a move on. Go, go.

Okay, I'm glad we offered to cater

but can we really make this many pizzas by ourselves?

Relax, Ash. I'm in the business.

Okay, that doesn't give you 20 arms.

I'm a Redonovich. When you cut us, we bleed red.

It's Carlos. Duck!

I know it's a little pathetic.

But with nothing fun to look forward to this weekend,

I thought I would just come by and carb-load.

And I can't even do that.