Following Rachel Berry’s departure to star in the school’s production of Cabaret , Will Schuester recruits former glee club star to bolster New Directions. Despite being a high school dropout and an alcoholic squatter, April re-enrolls to help the club for an upcoming "Invitational".
While April’s talent is undeniable, she proves to be a poor influence, teaching the students to shoplift and providing alcohol to Kurt. Meanwhile, Finn attempts to manipulate Rachel into returning to the club by flirting with her, leading to a brief romantic connection. The truth about Quinn’s pregnancy—and the fact that Finn is not the father, despite his belief—begins to spread among the club members. Glee_1x05
The episode features six musical numbers, several of which received high critical praise: Following Rachel Berry’s departure to star in the