Fans of the hit musical television series Glee have been left utterly bewildered this week after a video surfaced online showing actor Matthew Morrison delivering a remarkably strange slam poetry routine. The 45-year-old performer, best known for his role as teacher Will Schuester on Ryan Murphy's beloved show from 2009 to 2015, found himself trending across social media platforms on Monday thanks to a fan-recorded clip capturing the odd spectacle.
A Performance That Defied Explanation
The video, which appears to be a preview of Morrison's upcoming solo stage production titled Rhythms & Revelations, shows the actor dressed in a classic suit taking to a small venue stage with a live band positioned behind him. What followed was a performance so peculiar that the fan who posted it captioned the footage with the phrase: 'nurse he's out again.'
Morrison launched into his unconventional poetry with the lines: 'You bring your steps, your heart, your truth...' while executing tiny, choreographed steps toward the microphone. He continued: '...and you expect others to do the same.' After a brief pause, he added: 'But sometimes the dance takes an unexpected turn,' before smoothly dropping the microphone stand directly onto his own foot.
Audience Reaction and Viewer Comments
Perhaps most striking was the complete silence from the audience throughout the performance, prompting numerous online commentators to question the atmosphere in the room. One viewer wrote: 'Why is no one laughing? I think it's out of fear.' Another expressed genuine discomfort, stating: 'Girl put a jumpscare or trigger warning on the video at least.'
The cringe factor was not lost on social media users, with one person observing: 'It kills me that he's just...like this in real life.' Some reactions were more extreme, with one individual posting: 'MY IRRATIONAL FEAR IS MATTHEW MORRISON.'
Justin Timberlake Comparisons Emerge
Almost immediately, viewers began drawing comparisons between Morrison and pop superstar Justin Timberlake. One comment noted: 'He's so Justin Timberlake coded,' while another offered the more economical description: 'Temu Justin Timberlake.'
The comparisons even extended to humorous references about Morrison's most famous role. One fan joked: 'If you didn't know - the part of Will Schuester was actually written for Justin Timberlake who couldn't commit to the role because of his busy schedule, so they went with this guy. Great Value Timberlake.' Another added: 'I just feel like he envisions himself as Justin Timberlake but it's not translating well.'
Context: Previous Controversy and Career
This bizarre performance comes nearly three years after Morrison found himself defending his reputation against allegations of inappropriate behavior. In June 2022, he was dismissed from his position as a judge on the television competition So You Think You Can Dance amid claims he had engaged in an inappropriate relationship with a female contestant.
Soon after his departure, Morrison took to Instagram to address the controversy directly, sharing the exact text message he had sent to the dancer in question. He stated: 'It's really unfortunate that I really have to defend myself and my family against blatantly untrue statements made anonymously, but I have nothing to hide.'
Morrison read the message aloud: 'Hey it's Matthew, if you don't mind, would love to get your number and talk [about] some things.' He explained that the text was intended to help a mutual colleague secure a choreography position on the show, saying: 'I sent this because this dancer and I share mutual respect for a choreographer that I've known for over 20 years and I was trying to help her get a job as a choreographer on the show.'
At the time, Morrison's wife Renee Puente reposted his video statement with the caption: 'It's been a wild ride... My husband has finally been given an opportunity to speak his truth. He has done so with such grace and integrity in a situation that is complex and incredibly complicated.'
What's Next for Morrison?
If the viral clip does indeed represent a preview of Morrison's solo stage show, audiences will have the opportunity to experience the full production. Rhythms & Revelations is scheduled to debut at New York City's renowned 54 Below venue this winter, with regional tour dates planned through spring 2026.
The performance has certainly generated significant attention, though perhaps not the kind Morrison might have anticipated. As one bewildered viewer perfectly summarized the collective reaction: 'nurse he's out again.'
