Ep 1. Big Time Audition

In Big Time Rush season 1 episode 1, titled "Big Time Audition," viewers are introduced to the main characters of the show, four teenage boys from Minnesota who dream of becoming pop stars. The episode opens with Kendall Knight (portrayed by Kendall Schmidt) attempting to sneak into a concert to meet an up-and-coming music producer named Gustavo Rocque (Stephen Kramer Glickman). Kendall's friends, James Diamond (James Maslow), Carlos Garcia (Carlos PenaVega), and Logan Mitchell (Logan Henderson), show up to help Kendall get into the concert.

After finally getting in, the boys are discovered by Gustavo, who is initially angry at their presence but eventually sees potential in them. He tells them that he needs a new boy band to produce and wants them to audition for him. Kendall, James, Carlos, and Logan jump at the opportunity and start practicing their songs and dance moves.

The boys face some obstacles on their way to the audition, including Kendall's fear of singing in front of people and a blown tire on their car. They eventually make it to Gustavo's studio, where he puts them through a rigorous audition process. The boys are nervous but manage to impress Gustavo with their performance.

Gustavo offers them a record deal, but there's a catch: they have to move to Los Angeles and live in a run-down apartment together while they work on their music. The boys are hesitant at first, but the idea of becoming famous convinces them to go through with it. They say goodbye to their families and embark on their journey to stardom.

Throughout the episode, viewers get a glimpse into each character's personality. Kendall is the natural leader and main protagonist of the show. James is the pretty boy who cares deeply about his appearance. Carlos is the comedic relief of the group, and Logan is the brainy and practical one.

Overall, "Big Time Audition" sets the stage for the rest of the series. It establishes the main characters, introduces the premise of the show (four boys trying to make it big in the music industry), and sets up the conflict that will drive much of the plot (the boys living in a cramped apartment and dealing with the pressures of fame).