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Smash Debra Playing graces our Televisions again in NBC's mid-season musical Smash, debuting February 6, and this time around around, she's got another willful partner! The Emmy champion stars just like a Broadway songwriter alongside Legally Blonde Tony Award nominee Christian Borle, who plays her writing partner. "The chemistry of the relationship is actually essential," states professional producer Theresa Rebeck. Despite the fact that Messing's character stays behind the curtain, expect her to belt out a sound lesson or two. Does she increase the risk for Great White-colored grade? "She sounds excellent!In . states Rebeck. That's music towards the ears. Subscribe to TV Guide Magazine now!