Ep 1. Backstage Rush

Backstage Rush is the first episode of the third season of the American musical sitcom, Big Time Rush. The show follows the lives of four best friends - Kendall, James, Carlos, and Logan - who are also members of a popular boy band. The first episode of the third season, Backstage Rush, aired on May 12, 2012, on Nickelodeon.

The episode starts with the boys backstage, getting ready for their performance at the 24/Seven Tour. They are excited about the tour and can't wait to kick off their first show in Portland. However, their excitement is short-lived when they realize that there is a problem with their equipment. The boys must find a way to fix the issue before their fans arrive.

Meanwhile, the boys' manager, Gustavo, is freaking out backstage. He is worried that the show will be a disaster if the equipment is not fixed on time. He decides to take matters into his own hands and tries to fix the problem himself. However, things go from bad to worse when he accidentally causes a power outage, leaving the entire arena in darkness.

The boys are now in a race against time to restore power and fix the equipment before their fans start arriving. They split up to cover more ground - Kendall and Logan go to find the circuit breaker while James and Carlos try to fix the equipment. Kendall and Logan face their own set of challenges as they navigate through the dark and creepy basement of the arena.

As the boys work their way backstage, they encounter some interesting characters who add to the comedic relief of the episode. They meet a janitor who offers them valuable advice and a security guard who refuses to let them in to the control room. However, they eventually manage to restore power and fix the equipment just in time for their fans to arrive.

With the equipment fixed and the arena lit up, the boys take the stage and put on an amazing performance, much to the delight of their fans. The episode ends with the boys feeling triumphant and relieved that their first show went off without a hitch.

Backstage Rush is a typical Big Time Rush episode - full of humor, music, and fun. The episode showcases the boys' determination and teamwork in the face of adversity. It highlights the importance of problem-solving and staying calm under pressure. Fans of the show will enjoy seeing their favorite characters on stage once again, performing hit songs such as "Windows Down" and "Elevate."

Overall, Backstage Rush is a great start to the third season of Big Time Rush. It sets the tone for the rest of the season, which promises to be full of more adventures, challenges, and heartwarming moments. Fans of the show will not be disappointed with this episode, and newcomers will be hooked from the start.