choreo-Tyce Diorio, style-Broadway, "Footloose"
First of all, I'm not on board w/ this whole 'Footloose' revival, I'm kind of 'eh' about it. Billy had to move fast in this number, set against some school lockers & was able to keep up. He had to be in character, because it's Broadway, and be compelling - but he was only OK. Tyce's choreo wasn't the best. Of course, All-Star Lauren hit it - she's an animal.
2- Cristina + Mark
choreo-Sonja, contemp
This was Cristina's first time dancing contemp & good thing she went & got more training beyond salsa since she'd auditioned last season. Sonja's dance was a series of quirky poses w/ some lifts. Of course, Mark was right at home in his quirky kingdom. I love that kooky guy. Salsa girl did all right. She told judges that she had to learn to be fluid for this number (she had to do some snake-like movements). They seemed to be impressed w/ her, being out of her style.
3- Jose + Comfort
choreo-Nappy Tabs, hip hop, "Beautiful Monster"
This was Jose's 1st time having to dance choreo w/ a partner, he even had to do a running catch w/ Comfort. He had to be in character - they were fierce & monsterish. He gave it his best efforts & was good (not great).
4- Ade'chike + Kathryn
choreo-Travis Wall, style-jazz, "Addicted to Love"
Story was about an office dude who was dreaming about a hottie. Kathryn had the sizzle dial turned up to '10' in her red dress, dancing about Adechike. He didn't bring the sexy, though, which the judges all reamed him for. Poor dude - Kathryn was on fire. He was technically fine, just not sexy. Probably was scared if he danced like that with a white woman, then all the white folks would get jealous.
5- Melinda + Pasha
choreo-Tony & Melanie, style-jive
Well, it was surprising to see Melinda in a dress & looking like a girl. However, she looked awkward doing the jive, she could've flicked higher. Pasha was cute of course. The judges didn't like her legs. It was 'meh' - she'll being dancing for her life next show.
6-Alex + Allison
choreo-Sonja. style-lyrical comtemp, "Hallelujah"
Alex must've said 'Hallelujah' when he drew this number, because it's what he does on the daily (I've seen his youtube vids of past dances). Almost wasn't fair. It was a very moving piece by Sonja (in a non-quirky first for her). Alex & Allison emoted their hearts out. Alex was magnificent! Even got choked up at the end. The judges gave him a standing O & a "best dance ever"! 5 staRS!
7- Alexie + Twitch
choreo-NappyTabs, cute hip hop
This was a cute hip hop routine about a girl who's bf sneaks in her window to see her. Alexie was too too cutesy & didn't seem like much of a reason for a brother to sneak in for. She's so small....she looked like a high schooler dancing. Twitch was hot, of course, he's so smooth & suave. The judges weren't feeling it either- she'll be dancing for her life.
8- Lauren + Ade'
choreo-Mandy Moore, style-pop-jazz
The young blonde girl & ole' Ade danced to "Oh yeah," the 80s classic. Lauren was supposed to be sexyish since they were dancing on a couch. The dance was athletic, there was a great split lift - no problem for big & strong Ade'. I think she is maybe too young to pull off a womanly character, but she definitely tried. Mia said she had 'unused space' on stage. I dunno, I liked it pretty much.
9-Kent + Anya
choreo-Tony Meredith, style-cha cha, "Lady Marmalade"
Poor Farm Boy, had to try & lead ole Thunder Thighs in this Latin ballroom number. He had the funny ballroom expressions part down - mucho queso!
Anya just looked huge next to Kent - he looked so young (but adorable).
The judges got a laugh out of his fresh-off-the-farm attempt at cha cha.
10- Ashley + Neal
choreo-Tyce Diorio, style-contemp
Neal & brunette girl were dressed in contemp flowing white. Dance was about being in love & losing it. Neal was wonderful, I could feel his emotions. Ashley did a great leap into his arms. Ashley is a very good lil dancer, but another one that's probably too young to bring any depth of emotion to her character. Nigel assumed she had never been in love - the judge weren't connection with her emotions, sheesh, she's only 19. [But I remember when I was 19, Holy Lolita!]
11- Robert + Courtney
choreo-Sean uh, somebody, style-Afro-jazz, Music from Cirque du Soleil.
I liked this dance! I loved how handsome Robert danced it, he was the surprise player of the night. His afro-movements were free & loose & to the fast beat & joyful. He & cutie Courtney looked good together.
My favorite dance of the night.
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