A select group of previously eliminated semi-finalists make their return to compete one más time, then judges Randy, Paula, Simon, & Kara will choose who takes the final 3 spots in the parte superior, arriba 12.

Last week, the parte superior, arriba 36 semi-finalists were revealed to the nation and were separated into three groups of 12. Tonight's episode features performances por the first 12 contestants, and America will vote on their favorites.

The pressure builds and tensions run high as contestants continue to vie for a coveted spot in the parte superior, arriba 36.