 After its broadcast , the special received critical acclaim ; critics praised Gaga 's performance , but doubted her sincerity during her on @-@ stage rambling and in pre @-@ concert scenes . The special was nominated for five honors at the 63rd Primetime Emmy Awards : Outstanding Variety , Music or Comedy Special ; Outstanding Directing for a Variety , Music or Comedy Special ; Outstanding Technical Direction , Camerawork , Video Control for a Miniseries , Movie or a Special ; Outstanding Picture Editing for a Special ( Single or Multi @-@ Camera ) ; and Outstanding Lighting Design / Lighting Direction for a Variety , Music or Comedy Special . 
