Ep 21. Ally McBeal: The Musical, Almost

In Ally McBeal season 3 episode 21, titled "Ally McBeal: The Musical, Almost," the eccentric and unpredictable lawyers at the Boston law firm continue to navigate their personal and professional lives, while dealing with their idiosyncrasies and vulnerabilities.

At the heart of the episode is a musical production that Ally McBeal (Calista Flockhart) has been working on for several months. She has enlisted the help of her colleagues and friends at the firm to stage the musical in front of some potential investors. Ally's vision for the musical is to use it as a platform to showcase their talents and make a strong case for why the firm deserves to be funded. However, as the date of the presentation draws near, things begin to unravel.

First, Ally's leading man, Richard Fish (Greg Germann), who happens to be her colleague and former boyfriend, decides to make some last-minute changes to the script, much to Ally's annoyance. She believes that he is trying to sabotage the musical, but Richard insists that he is just trying to make it more appealing to the investors.

Meanwhile, John Cage (Peter MacNicol) is struggling with his own insecurities as he prepares for his part in the musical. He is intimidated by the prospect of having to sing and dance in front of a live audience, and confides in Ally about his fears. Ally tries to comfort him, but she is also facing her own demons, as she is haunted by memories of her deceased ex-boyfriend Billy.

To add to the chaos, a new lawyer named Nelle (Portia de Rossi) has joined the firm and is causing quite a stir. She is smart, confident, and assertive, and she isn't afraid to speak her mind. However, her arrival is met with mixed reactions from the rest of the team, especially Richard, who is threatened by her intelligence and ambition.

As the day of the presentation arrives, tensions are running high, but Ally is determined to make the musical a success. However, just as the performance is about to begin, a surprise visitor shows up and throws everyone off balance.

"Ally McBeal: The Musical, Almost" is a hilarious and heartwarming episode that showcases the talents of the show's cast. It provides a glimpse into the quirky and sometimes chaotic world of lawyers, and offers a reminder that even the most successful people have their insecurities and vulnerabilities. With its catchy songs, witty dialogue, and memorable characters, this episode is a must-watch for fans of the show.