Ep 2. Abby Got Served

In Dance Moms season 5 episode 2, entitled "Abby Got Served," tensions continue to rise between the mothers and Abby Lee Miller as they prepare for a competition in Fresno, California.

Abby is still upset with the mothers for their behavior last week and is showing no mercy as she pushes the girls harder than ever before. She's also brought in some new choreographers to help her with the routines, which only adds to the drama.

The episode kicks off with Abby announcing the theme for their next competition: "Abby Lee Dance Apocalypse." It's a fitting title, given the chaos that's been brewing among the mothers and their daughters.

Maddie is given a solo, which she's excited about. But, as always, the other moms aren't happy about the special treatment their daughters are receiving. They feel like Abby is favoring Maddie over the other girls, and tensions continue to simmer.

Meanwhile, JoJo is struggling with her new dance, which involves a jump through a hoop. Her mother Jessalynn is worried that she won't be able to master the move in time for the competition. Abby is quick to point out JoJo's flaws, which only adds to her frustration.

The tension between Abby and the mothers comes to a head during rehearsals when Abby announces that two of the girls will be competing against each other in a duet. The mothers are outraged, and it's not long before they're arguing with Abby over her decision.

Abby remains adamant that this is the best course of action for the team, but the mothers refuse to back down. The tension is palpable, and it's starting to affect the girls' performances.

Later in the episode, Abby is served with legal papers in the middle of a rehearsal. The mothers are shocked and confused, and Abby is clearly shaken. It's unclear what the papers are for, but it's clear that they're causing a lot of stress for Abby.

Despite the drama, the girls continue to work hard and train for the competition. Maddie's solo is a hit, and the other girls do well in their group routines and duets.

In the end, the team has a successful competition weekend, but the drama between the mothers and Abby continues to loom large. The tension is at an all-time high, and it's clear that things are only going to get more heated as the season progresses.

Overall, "Abby Got Served" is a tense, dramatic episode that will keep viewers on the edge of their seats. With strong performances from the girls and plenty of drama and tension between the mothers and Abby, it's a great start to the fifth season of Dance Moms.