[s3e1] The Purple Piano Project -

The following is a comprehensive analysis of the Season 3 premiere, " The Purple Piano Project ," which originally aired on September 20, 2011 .

: Sue Sylvester launches a congressional campaign on an anti-arts platform, using the Glee club as her primary target for political gain. Musical Performances [S3E1] The Purple Piano Project

: Rachel and Kurt encounter this formidable rival (played by The Glee Project runner-up Lindsay Pearce ) at a NYADA mixer, which leaves them feeling humbled and intimidated. Character Shifts : The following is a comprehensive analysis of the

: Acting on Sue Sylvester's orders to destroy the arts, she helps sabotage the project and is subsequently kicked out of the Glee club by Will. Character Shifts : : Acting on Sue Sylvester's

: Adopts a rebellious "Skank" persona, complete with pink hair and a nose ring, and refuses to rejoin the club.