Observers Jabary Jones and Edward Byrne, both of Boston, sitting in the ballroom during the show.

What do you guys do? Edward: "We run a nonprofit together."

Who are you rooting for tonight?
Jabary: "No one in particular."

So which part are you most excited about?
Jabary: "I'm most excited about the Q&A."
Edward: "I'm an aspiring contestant so I'm hoping to pick up a few tips." [laughs]