Episode 1
Individuality
The 12 finalist perform Katy Perry's "Firework"' for individuality week; a contender will get one-on-one time with Darren Criss.
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TV series
The Glee Project
2011TV-PG2 seasons7.0 / 10
One will be on Glee.
Performers compete for a multi-episode guest-starring role on season three of hit series Glee. Over the course of the competition, the winner will be determined from eliminations of twelve finalists and be awarded a role in a seven episode arc as part of the cast of Fox Network's musical drama series Glee.
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Checked Jul 22, 2026
The Glee Project premiered June 12, 2011. We don't have a confirmed streaming, rental or purchase option yet.
Synopsis
Performers compete for a multi-episode guest-starring role on season three of hit series Glee. Over the course of the competition, the winner will be determined from eliminations of twelve finalists and be awarded a role in a seven episode arc as part of the cast of Fox Network's musical drama series Glee.
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Episode 2
Theatricality
Idina Menzel guest mentors; the contenders sing Twisted Sister's "We're Not Gonna Take It"; someone has their first kiss.
Where to watch The Glee ProjectEpisode 3
Vulnerability
The contestants must tap into their vulnerable sides in order to perform a memorable rendition of "Mad World."
Where to watch The Glee ProjectEpisode 4
Dance Ability
The remaining contestants must show off their best moves when they are judged on their ability to dance.
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Pairability
The remaining eight contestants are paired up in a challenge that demands cooperation: singing duets.
Where to watch The Glee ProjectEpisode 6
Tenacity
The contestants must prove to the mentors that they are tenacious enough to perform a mash-up song.
Where to watch The Glee ProjectEpisode 7
Sexuality
With only 6 Contenders left it's time to see who can portray their sexuality the best. The winner of this week's challenge will get to work with both Mark Salling (Noah "Puck" Puckerman) and Ashley Fink (Lauren Zizes). A shock at elimination causes a lot of surprise and disappointment.
Where to watch The Glee ProjectEpisode 8
Believability
Jenna Ushkowitz is on hand in a challenge that appraises the contestants' ability to be believable. The group also performs 'The Only Exception'.
Where to watch The Glee ProjectEpisode 9
Generosity
Kevin McHale makes an appearance when the remaining players' generosity is assessed. In addition, the homework assignment of My Chemical Romance's 'Sing' is boosted by the arrival of surprise guests. This week's music video will a mash-up of 'Defying Gravity' and 'Lean on Me'.
Where to watch The Glee ProjectEpisode 10
Glee-ality
In the season finale, the final four contestants face-off to win their dream role on Glee.
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More about The Glee Project
Cast
Lea MicheleSelf
Idina MenzelSelf - Guest Judge / Mentor
Dot-Marie JonesSelf
Harry Shum Jr.Self
Max AdlerSelf
Mark SallingSelf
Ashley FinkSelf
Jenna UshkowitzSelfCredits
- Created by
- Ryan Murphy
Production details
- Status
- Canceled
- Series type
- Reality
- Episodes
- 21
- Original language
- English
Networks & production
OxygenUnited States
Embassy RowUnited States
Ryan Murphy TelevisionUnited States
Themes
actingauditioncompetitionmusicmusic competitionsingingsinging competitiontelevison