tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37798972024-03-14T01:50:16.629-07:00 **MicheBel’s Groovylicious Blog ****Miche explores movies, TV, theatre, awards shows, social media, entertainment, etiquette.MicheBelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12153402057422544392noreply@blogger.comBlogger285125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3779897.post-86253186623777641902023-12-03T21:30:00.000-08:002023-12-03T21:30:43.969-08:00Maestro: A Musical Mess<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhb8LteQBhvakd3Mdph13pJRcNTeqaDFJ6I3K-QHIDuTu9T9OYnIrwn1hQd2oYIjTlouA0Vi0tNK-lYZw-DrTDMhAx0x_x-TYaQuQYI5UPTu41dc1L7JIcUX_m3Bbdu__SRddfwi8VoHdpseg6RIztEXz_35ynbvm4DHIIkNNoBLhClZJzlx7ll/s354/IMG_0295.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="199" data-original-width="354" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhb8LteQBhvakd3Mdph13pJRcNTeqaDFJ6I3K-QHIDuTu9T9OYnIrwn1hQd2oYIjTlouA0Vi0tNK-lYZw-DrTDMhAx0x_x-TYaQuQYI5UPTu41dc1L7JIcUX_m3Bbdu__SRddfwi8VoHdpseg6RIztEXz_35ynbvm4DHIIkNNoBLhClZJzlx7ll/w640-h360/IMG_0295.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p></p><p>I LOVE Bradley Cooper. His blue eyes, when you stare into them, are mesmerizing. He has a hot body and speaks perfect French. What’s not to love?</p><p>Well, this.</p><p>I have a pet peeve against actors who suddenly decide they are auteurs, and try to write, direct, produce, and sing in their movies. There is a reason that those jobs are given to different people. For example, I also hated his version of <i>A</i> <i>Star</i> <i>Is</i> <i>Born</i>. He ruined it. The story (in the three versions prior) is about the woman who rises up and becomes a star, and her alcoholic husband who has a downward spiral. Cooper decided to beef up his part (the alcoholic loser) and give him backstory. Ugh. In the process, he completely lost the story.</p><p>Yes, sure. His duet with Lady Gaga at the Oscars was indelible. But he ruined the picture.</p><p>And now we have his next venture, <i>Maestro</i>. Leonard Bernstein, inarguably, was one of America’s greatest composers/conductors. But, as an audience member, if you’re walking into a biopic of someone, maybe someone you know little to nothing about, you want to walk out of there getting a general idea of what their life was like and why they are so renowned. He failed at that.</p><p>But let’s take these things separately:</p><p><b>Bradley</b> <b>Cooper</b>, <b>the</b> <b>actor</b>. We go to Bradley Cooper movies to see his handsome, rugged body and handsome face, and those unbelievable blue eyes. Here, they are hidden behind a large prosthetic nose (which in my Hollywood screening got applause for the prosthetic team) and bizarre teeth. His acting was ok. His wife (Carey Mulligan) was wonderful. Sara Silverman was superb.</p><p><b>Bradley</b> <b>Cooper</b>, <b>the</b> <b>writer (along with Josh Singer).</b> Here is where everything unravels. Once again (as in <i>A</i> <i>Star</i> <i>Is</i> <i>Born</i>), he lost the thread of the real story. Admittedly, Bernstein did A LOT in his life. It would be a lot to stuff into a movie. However, we have no real sense of what year anything is going on, and the action really goes from the 1930s to the 1980s. Also, the real major sin of this movie, is that Cooper is pitching it (in ads, on talk shows, on social media) as a love story between Bernstein and his wife. The truth isn’t that. The truth is that Bernstein was a gay (or possibly bisexual) man, who married (likely) in the 50s and had kids because that is what famous gay men did. He may have been devoted to his wife, but his passion was other gay men. Cooper, as a heterosexual, seems to really miss this point. He does kind of throw it in as an afterthought, but to me, it’s the driving storyline of this movie, buried in other nonsense. That is the storyline as Cooper paints it. But what I really care about seeing is not who Bernstein is sleeping with, but what he did as a composer/conductor. It seems to say that Bernstein disdained musical theatre, when his Wikipedia says that the greatest thing he did was <i>West</i> <i>Side</i> <i>Story</i> (a musical theatre piece from the 1960s). Yet, this movie never shows a staging of that production. In fact, they talk about it briefly, but its only occurrence is one of the major musical themes which shows up to highlight Bernstein choosing his male lover over his wife in one scene (which, in point of fact happened in the 1970s, not ’60s). And if, for some reason you didn’t KNOW it was <i>West</i> <i>Side</i> <i>Story</i>, you wouldn’t know about it at all. Pathetic. </p><p>Also, there is a whole side story involving one of Bernstein’s daughters. Who cares about any of Bernstein’s kids? It smacks of the whole “We had to get the daughter’s permission, so we had to add her into the story” crap. It adds nothing. And, in fact, detracts valuable time that could’ve been used explaining some stuff. </p><p><b>Bradley Cooper, the director. </b>Ugh. This is the worst. Actors have this misconception that the most important part of a movie is the actors talking. So when an actor turns director, he/she tends to have mostly actors talking. In this movie, it’s mostly Cooper and Mulligan, talking and talking over each other. Literally, you often can’t hear the words one is saying because the other one is talking at the same time. So annoying. There are next to no interesting shots. No timelines noted. No indication of which production of what is being shown. There are a ton of theatre people thrown in (Comden/Green and Aaron Copland most notably), but there is no explanation of who anyone is. I guess he expects us to know all this going in. So the movie is mostly Cooper/Mulligan talking/fighting, or scenes of fun backstage parties with no explanation of who anyone is or what’s really going on. </p><p>There was an interesting transformation of the musical theatre piece, <i>Fancy</i> <i>Free</i>, into the movie <i>On</i> <i>the</i> <i>Town </i>(with<i> </i>Frank<i> </i>Sinatra). But it wasn’t really explained what it all was. And why show that, but not <i>West</i> <i>Side</i> <i>Story</i>? </p><p>Other than the fact that he’s gay/bisexual/whatever, what was important about Leonard Bernstein? What did he do that was notable? Why was he considered one of America’s greatest composers/conductors? If you want the answer to that question, this is not the movie for you. It’s just a pet project of an actor who really should just stay an actor, for gosh sakes. We love him as that. He’s really out of his depth with the other things, and it’s getting tiring to watch.</p><p>**************************************</p><p><br /></p>MicheBelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12153402057422544392noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3779897.post-48981595904091279492023-11-12T13:55:00.000-08:002023-11-12T13:59:27.722-08:00Season 30, Week Five: Grease Night With the Grease Songs in Order<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXaQ69J-XmUsIC0NM-oyyqwRJzOkC_X1EzOCRKHSVSV1aTgRg9lTQlTSX8jtTfVpqmCXXv_NxvHraZS2iK9Um_rir_ajEqkMJVWEV7QR5cqWByc1Aud_wWhBE6431oui4IoACk-xi6CDGYwgx7QGrR2VbKrIvAg5qud_W1fIz5vtZpxnKieWei/s3904/IMG_7022.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2228" data-original-width="3904" height="366" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXaQ69J-XmUsIC0NM-oyyqwRJzOkC_X1EzOCRKHSVSV1aTgRg9lTQlTSX8jtTfVpqmCXXv_NxvHraZS2iK9Um_rir_ajEqkMJVWEV7QR5cqWByc1Aud_wWhBE6431oui4IoACk-xi6CDGYwgx7QGrR2VbKrIvAg5qud_W1fIz5vtZpxnKieWei/w640-h366/IMG_7022.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Praise be to Jesus! We actually have an opening number again!!! (Choreographed by Catherine Burns.)</p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXERetF9e0u1HF-hK-rVxvVwgFVm1HAl9uuqN1Juj65zha8RFo4b8owqdQ5MOL5agoHmvTyLxo0g7uIl1O1ii_cNasYwJsZAoK31Chwk4u-bGzYrBvcAXZZIkprkHVFOSfjcOmRuDiBuEzL2Zy3j87JfqIAWvHXujYMsZcB_2IjmBAuoU7f5NE/s3623/IMG_7029.jpeg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2080" data-original-width="3623" height="368" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXERetF9e0u1HF-hK-rVxvVwgFVm1HAl9uuqN1Juj65zha8RFo4b8owqdQ5MOL5agoHmvTyLxo0g7uIl1O1ii_cNasYwJsZAoK31Chwk4u-bGzYrBvcAXZZIkprkHVFOSfjcOmRuDiBuEzL2Zy3j87JfqIAWvHXujYMsZcB_2IjmBAuoU7f5NE/w640-h368/IMG_7029.jpeg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Note Sharna, Pasha and Lindsay.</td></tr></tbody></table><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirtLTzCEiyELhyhu2FisvHHXTBSOyWtNzUmspLgVOEBWDRQv4TZZmzGgicsAJZnNC-gQ3rDtvWIEL9cnGZStNu0ReIaFqmfBB6LBdBCV6Li0tmsiddtn-AFDEKaRauIRwH2SK-GCJEPwOmjuGkPL5pO8EH3yYOdNLCFurmJ_LiM2I7szvTVKWh/s3644/IMG_7025.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2060" data-original-width="3644" height="362" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirtLTzCEiyELhyhu2FisvHHXTBSOyWtNzUmspLgVOEBWDRQv4TZZmzGgicsAJZnNC-gQ3rDtvWIEL9cnGZStNu0ReIaFqmfBB6LBdBCV6Li0tmsiddtn-AFDEKaRauIRwH2SK-GCJEPwOmjuGkPL5pO8EH3yYOdNLCFurmJ_LiM2I7szvTVKWh/w640-h362/IMG_7025.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Oh, Sharna, I miss you already.</p><p>Well, at least we know that we’ll have good songs in a <i>Grease</i> night. (Something to snap us out of that Disney Villains lethargy with crappy songs…)</p><p><i>Grease</i> (and music) icon Olivia Newton-John sends a video message of support.</p><p>Oh jeez. They are doing all of the songs in <i>Grease</i>. In order. Ugh. <i>Dancing</i> <i>with</i> <i>the</i> <i>Stars</i>, please go back to how you used to be. Sheesh. This forced stuff is really annoying.</p><p><b>Val and Olivia, foxtrot</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhi9nAu4AVV1adbb9OJqQUAm0kkkseHbRHnkVsSrL5lbcRR3TnulzCQdnSW-KYfztvND4RPxgLYyIztO3NyyFL5fFmedu1wizh0P-9AZJdSJc9xtATaMD3yf2WEvD_5i78CULuSS8e71P4SUgDBGcb6dYpyQkGPosgUJuI6Gvk-gMoT0qqNzfQ/s275/IMG_0208.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="183" data-original-width="275" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhi9nAu4AVV1adbb9OJqQUAm0kkkseHbRHnkVsSrL5lbcRR3TnulzCQdnSW-KYfztvND4RPxgLYyIztO3NyyFL5fFmedu1wizh0P-9AZJdSJc9xtATaMD3yf2WEvD_5i78CULuSS8e71P4SUgDBGcb6dYpyQkGPosgUJuI6Gvk-gMoT0qqNzfQ/w640-h426/IMG_0208.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>They are dancing, then, of course, to “Summer Nights.”</p><p>We have Olivia Newton-John back (on video) to explain <i>Grease</i> to us.</p><p>Iconic song, great dance. Fun troupe interaction.</p><p>Len: “Well, I think if Sandy and Danny were to dance a foxtrot, it would look a lot like that. It was full of fun, it was entertaining. Olivia, you are becoming one heck of a dancer. And Val, your choreography is just great.” Derek (in a pink suit): “I can already tell tonight is going to be one of my favorite theme nights ever. I absolutely love <i>Grease</i>. Olivia, you are a perfect Sandy. Your frame is unbelievable. So beautiful. The character you play is spot on. What a great way to open the show.” Bruno: “Stay tuned, because it’s gonna be a good one. I mean, come on! As an opening number, your starry nights are more than summer nights. Because what you did, actually, you captured the sweet innocence of Sandy. So beautiful. You got swept off your feet by Danny, and you kept a very very beautiful foxtrot going. Olivia would be proud of you.” Carrie Ann: “I echo everything my fellow judges say, but on top of that, your body contact was amazing. Your hold, your technique was amazing. Not only did you bring Sandy to life so beautifully, you brought it to life in the correct way.”</p><p>JUDGES: 36 (Out of 40)</p><p><b>Artem and Melora, Viennese waltz</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5IRxtTnlkG_xfEoLFjAgJKjbgG95dPt7x6pVLhbvrDYM0wDIcuyq4F2adsGwsI_pSSVfk9wnS-LKZhGwyOeNNY-rhQCTT2KLFTbAGZ_UeKeAKfM6aLXN2jWkrSK_C-PHxqQT_Hn-KMhPxe5jk4G18HNOErkUxy9UmXrWe7ZaYX523UdlqZ8XQ/s1222/IMG_0213.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="817" data-original-width="1222" height="428" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5IRxtTnlkG_xfEoLFjAgJKjbgG95dPt7x6pVLhbvrDYM0wDIcuyq4F2adsGwsI_pSSVfk9wnS-LKZhGwyOeNNY-rhQCTT2KLFTbAGZ_UeKeAKfM6aLXN2jWkrSK_C-PHxqQT_Hn-KMhPxe5jk4G18HNOErkUxy9UmXrWe7ZaYX523UdlqZ8XQ/w640-h428/IMG_0213.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>They have the co-creator of <i>Grease</i> in the ballroom, Jim Jacobs. Wow.</p><p>They are dancing a Viennese waltz to “Look At Me, I’m Sandra Dee.” Melora is thrilled to be playing Rizzo. Artem says that he’s never had a sleepover in his entire life (!). Nor has he ever participated in a pillow fight (“absolutely not” as he says). Hahaha Melora goes to the couch to grab some pillows. </p><p>I forgot that one of the lines of this song is: “I’m lousy with virginity.” LOL</p><p>It really helps to have such a great actress doing this song. Almost makes it work.</p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7apeAjtXjAIvNnMmUhXo0i76pM1hg3iX8XIOT-55Gw8sQRhMrl7MW2aod3bOY6iin42RPLcisTepZatt0XE9unRHw73gYtEnfJGt7uHDk9UkQYafWGi-C_JqWRmvmbuNz97vWNR9UJ_iTkpfShINoluq6XmmzLtwRioWL_h519HtbpbH-9Lmm/s3890/IMG_7032.jpeg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2289" data-original-width="3890" height="376" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7apeAjtXjAIvNnMmUhXo0i76pM1hg3iX8XIOT-55Gw8sQRhMrl7MW2aod3bOY6iin42RPLcisTepZatt0XE9unRHw73gYtEnfJGt7uHDk9UkQYafWGi-C_JqWRmvmbuNz97vWNR9UJ_iTkpfShINoluq6XmmzLtwRioWL_h519HtbpbH-9Lmm/w640-h376/IMG_7032.jpeg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I mean, look at her. She is Sandra Dee.</td></tr></tbody></table><p>Derek: “Melora, you are the gift that keeps on giving. That intro was straight out of the musical. You always bring the theatrics. You always bring the character to life. The dancing, of course, is beautiful. You’re amazing.” Bruno: “Melora, you’ve got the part. You’re hired. What she does, she takes the character, but you make it your own. You play with your own sassy sense of humor. Did you put some bump and grind into the Viennese waltz? I don’t mind. I liked it, because in this case, it worked. The character, you played it so well.” Carrie Ann: “Melora, last week, I know I said it was a little safe, but what I loved about this performance is you kinda never knew where you were gonna go next. What I think sets you apart from everybody else is that every time you dance, it makes everybody wanna do the dance with you. You make it look like it feels so good. Excellent job.” Len: “You didn’t just dance that fantastically well, you acted the part. There was a great connection between the two of you. I tell you what, it’s just like the film or the show, I feel better for seeing that.”</p><p>JUDGES: 36 (Out of 40)</p><p><b>Daniella and Iman, Viennese waltz</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8kEzg_BGzyFxsA5PELwuEhVKXm6oVqHPln-aVLoiUXJwV38FJTk68Ba-clZeOVahd-F-7NmgSvdPb7bztquUfy49zYtwWmfDsdF7SF1vK1EVuqIEmumgA3DRqLyEzAWfwhidK59IyNam304EQZm4K1j2SvhWQZywTKqtqqZ2Mr2RaP5BQbPBj/s3207/IMG_7090.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1838" data-original-width="3207" height="366" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8kEzg_BGzyFxsA5PELwuEhVKXm6oVqHPln-aVLoiUXJwV38FJTk68Ba-clZeOVahd-F-7NmgSvdPb7bztquUfy49zYtwWmfDsdF7SF1vK1EVuqIEmumgA3DRqLyEzAWfwhidK59IyNam304EQZm4K1j2SvhWQZywTKqtqqZ2Mr2RaP5BQbPBj/w640-h366/IMG_7090.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>We have another Sandy and Danny, in Daniella and Iman. This time, they are dancing to “Hopelessly Devoted to You,” and Olivia Newton-John tells is how important this song was to her.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj65NccrtizNb9iBOQ3mHarAQxVnpUObDa4Bya0vmYoklDzc2MVpi1Pn6ncr-tyq-1xExSvtmMvohdXprl7-ntA9UZ0unHZCdWkbf644I0Z-B7_Is1GB1n2oXXPTEABo8sAMPwiAGn4EeZej0qyli8Y1ylh14EFFCiQbQpmHLt2ZazueE5cZ_35/s3129/IMG_7086.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1781" data-original-width="3129" height="364" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj65NccrtizNb9iBOQ3mHarAQxVnpUObDa4Bya0vmYoklDzc2MVpi1Pn6ncr-tyq-1xExSvtmMvohdXprl7-ntA9UZ0unHZCdWkbf644I0Z-B7_Is1GB1n2oXXPTEABo8sAMPwiAGn4EeZej0qyli8Y1ylh14EFFCiQbQpmHLt2ZazueE5cZ_35/w640-h364/IMG_7086.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>I loved it not only because it’s one of the best songs of <i>Grease</i>, but because of all the beautiful Viennese waltz content that Daniella put into it. Gorgeous dance.</p><p>Bruno: “I could really feel the sense of a love story, Plenty of love and devotion in there.” Carrie Ann: “It’s so hard, cause the height difference is just tremendous. This one wasn’t the best dance suited to you. I also love th chemistry that you always bring. That’s special.” Len: “It had a gentleness that I liked so much. Your technique isn’t great. You try so hard, that I find it difficult to criticize you.” Derek: “Iman, personally, I love you. I love watching you. You just ooze joy when you dance. Great try.”</p><p>JUDGES: 28 (Out of 40) </p><p><b>Witney and The Miz, jive</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2NlHp22Rl1XLalXQx63VYYOhdxeeBimRLSlVNUVgZ6K0_7073L664uwqr6GxneT8O6v1gUbIoVZ1Nm6xNbpy7XjDSudBgvogdvJx4-_kNW8yMZoS2kvCjvePp-ALNXOKAVI-i6P0Jq-1kOe7yjAbaZFpQYk87EA7EjJYHWdnvZA1J3nMT7NI8/s1920/IMG_0225.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1920" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2NlHp22Rl1XLalXQx63VYYOhdxeeBimRLSlVNUVgZ6K0_7073L664uwqr6GxneT8O6v1gUbIoVZ1Nm6xNbpy7XjDSudBgvogdvJx4-_kNW8yMZoS2kvCjvePp-ALNXOKAVI-i6P0Jq-1kOe7yjAbaZFpQYk87EA7EjJYHWdnvZA1J3nMT7NI8/w640-h360/IMG_0225.png" width="640" /></a></div><p>They dance to “Greased Lightning,” which he thinks is one of the best songs in the show. (The one he remembers most.)</p><p>Carrie Ann: “Go Miz Lightning. You are living the dream. That is the ultimate performance anybody could wanna do: ‘Greased Lightning.’ That was amazing. You matched the energy. You came out, you thrilled us, you totally made it work. You just rushed for about half of the song, but I know it’s because you love it so much. That’s what makes me wanna forgive you, But I still have to score you right.” Len: “Well, I’m not sure about hydromatic. I thought one or two of the steps were a bit problematic. Overall, it was a high-octane, full-on jive.” Derek: “Listen, man, I look forward to seeing your performances every single week, because I know you’re gonna absolutely crush it, come out here and perform your butt off. Usually every step is accounted for with you, but tonight, it lost a little bit of the clarity, especially toward the end. But bro, that was so much fun.” Bruno: “The timing just went at the end, but what a performance.”</p><p>Happy Birthday to Witney.</p><p>JUDGES: 32 (Out of 40)</p><p><b>Alan and Amanda, Viennese waltz</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjP0pCOwd7BJWSLATPr7QPcbP7z7PXBpHzbBxo0VCkv1aLvKXN3Kh1V3A576EYDMaXsyGMiNAPpRSdDuoR07TNG97HlD13HuD98uKNLnCj7rFQIcq33NqVmlJakwJeWywQzwIaWuDGg3nbQPNjLsdKJYRP-9Xo6ajNAvJmU8COazCfCc_zhR7eO/s960/IMG_0230.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjP0pCOwd7BJWSLATPr7QPcbP7z7PXBpHzbBxo0VCkv1aLvKXN3Kh1V3A576EYDMaXsyGMiNAPpRSdDuoR07TNG97HlD13HuD98uKNLnCj7rFQIcq33NqVmlJakwJeWywQzwIaWuDGg3nbQPNjLsdKJYRP-9Xo6ajNAvJmU8COazCfCc_zhR7eO/w640-h640/IMG_0230.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>They are dancing to “Beauty School Dropout” and Amanda is playing Frenchie.</p><p>They video chat with Didi Conn, who was Frenchie in the movie.</p><p>Special surprise: Frankie Avalon is performing the song.</p><p>Amanda Kloots’ acting skills really came into play in this number. And wow! Those legs!</p><p>Len: “Well, you may be a beauty school dropout. One thing for sure, you’re not going to be a <i>Dancing</i> <i>with</i> <i>the</i> <i>Stars</i> dropout, because I thought that was just fantastic. Overall, it was great. The icing on the cake is one of my teenage heroes: Frankie Avalon.” Derek: “First of all, you said, ‘Leg extension, let’s go.’ You are always so consistently fantastic, especially in the ballroom dances. Your frame is beautiful. Your legs are unbelievable. Just fantastic. There’s something for me, I can’t quite put my finger on it, what it is. There’s this moment that I just wanna tip it over the edge and give you that 10.” Bruno: “Well, I know where my finger is. When it comes to beauty and legs, you have nothing to fear. In fact, you have plenty to spare. I really felt like you stepped out of a dream into an enchanting Viennese waltz. Splendid.” Carrie Ann: “Amanda! <i>Grease</i> is the word for you, and <i>Grease</i> is the Night for you. You had technique. You brought elegance. You’ve got charm, you’ve got musicality, you’ve got magic.”</p><p>JUDGES: 39 (Out of 40)</p><p><b>Sasha and Suni, Charleston</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipXqnOp7K8MoYh4a7GJxO82n5MOF7PTGqEdpotZa5G1a49KdbvTk3xeAMHqZRBR126qh8q_b6iH1dlWOSS6amD7ryCsy0T0T3xT5R_NW-2J-FjQWjkDoTyuvUHHOj4kh8NW55KmpTlCTfwCkT48Pv24Ivcqid2hkl9ul_FJUu2Himm0mTWtv17/s550/IMG_0235.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="367" data-original-width="550" height="428" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipXqnOp7K8MoYh4a7GJxO82n5MOF7PTGqEdpotZa5G1a49KdbvTk3xeAMHqZRBR126qh8q_b6iH1dlWOSS6amD7ryCsy0T0T3xT5R_NW-2J-FjQWjkDoTyuvUHHOj4kh8NW55KmpTlCTfwCkT48Pv24Ivcqid2hkl9ul_FJUu2Himm0mTWtv17/w640-h428/IMG_0235.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>They are doing one of Sasha’s best dances (the Charleston) to “Born to Hand Jive.” Sasha is playing Danny Zuko and Suni is playing Cha Cha. </p><p>OK, one of the best things so far is seeing Pasha and Britt in the troupe of this “Hand Jive” dance. At the end, Sasha gets a pie in the face.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjh39xaX98xNxm-bJ69TVyZ7gP7-nHoIg1sSaDiQrT_rKd0Ap-6az1mVyimUvQWK60pFj06E8byYKPqvGPdEq7IqMW0537I6q1U8oAzJ5wh9fTJ4EFL2RcFluXMhbLRnR9HeY_4VveKn0t7luA8R1Y6agrYFQFl9yUoPs-ffxPLkKrF37Qg5s1h/s3718/IMG_7123.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2154" data-original-width="3718" height="370" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjh39xaX98xNxm-bJ69TVyZ7gP7-nHoIg1sSaDiQrT_rKd0Ap-6az1mVyimUvQWK60pFj06E8byYKPqvGPdEq7IqMW0537I6q1U8oAzJ5wh9fTJ4EFL2RcFluXMhbLRnR9HeY_4VveKn0t7luA8R1Y6agrYFQFl9yUoPs-ffxPLkKrF37Qg5s1h/w640-h370/IMG_7123.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMBAKljNqW0u8m5iuolwUvvJQNuHinQBgVIe2DZbE0Uvg94K8p4ZTUGfrdwDJhba6quIO0rIIpEFevgA2ga77R-HclPH3hp6TYW5Eu4jxPExvH4xq_BSW3P-yRPXyLTYv-NHTH2fNi-OkBQIy551tjFjl9g_ySyddTr-1_RCd5HbqQ7hQgz7gE/s3934/IMG_7122.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2303" data-original-width="3934" height="374" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMBAKljNqW0u8m5iuolwUvvJQNuHinQBgVIe2DZbE0Uvg94K8p4ZTUGfrdwDJhba6quIO0rIIpEFevgA2ga77R-HclPH3hp6TYW5Eu4jxPExvH4xq_BSW3P-yRPXyLTYv-NHTH2fNi-OkBQIy551tjFjl9g_ySyddTr-1_RCd5HbqQ7hQgz7gE/w640-h374/IMG_7122.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Was that planned? Val thinks not.</p><p>Sasha and Suni win my dance contest.</p><p>Derek: “I’m so confused. The song is called “Hand Jive,” you’re dancing a Charleston, and you’re playing the character of Cha Cha. This is a very confusing dance. But I absolutely loved it. That iconic moment, with your foot on his chest, you’re shaking the skirt! So much fun.” Bruno: “It really felt like we’re all having the most fun EVER! You got your cake and ate it, by the looks of it (as Sasha continues to lick the frosting off his face. LOL). Talk about throwing everything at it, and I like the fact that you put a bit of Lindy hop in there as well, which just made it even more delicious.” Carrie Ann: “I thought it was fantastic. Look, that moment when Cha Cha danced, that’s like every dancer’s dream, when the hot dancer chick steals him away for a minute, right? The greatest moment. I thought you did a great job. It was fantastic.” Len: “What I liked, you got elements of Charleston in there. My biggest compliment about that dance: I smiled the whole way through.”</p><p>JUDGES: 36 (Out of 40)</p><p><b>Emma and Jimmie, foxtrot</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyEysN1NZQBicEOINdCKWz_fczcUqol8sJ93npeiTdELDfUoAAgZEB688CT7KUNNwBm2Q4QM1WNA4jXJi4lXD7YJRmEmVIFHFSoJaqnM1Bbk4YfudvyhrU_dXEu-EY1LgqLNzsSQ1FAmhXSPh22vFV6pBZDQnrnZ6tSh7Zy6oOqQa-xKzCmx1E/s1200/IMG_0241.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="1200" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyEysN1NZQBicEOINdCKWz_fczcUqol8sJ93npeiTdELDfUoAAgZEB688CT7KUNNwBm2Q4QM1WNA4jXJi4lXD7YJRmEmVIFHFSoJaqnM1Bbk4YfudvyhrU_dXEu-EY1LgqLNzsSQ1FAmhXSPh22vFV6pBZDQnrnZ6tSh7Zy6oOqQa-xKzCmx1E/w640-h426/IMG_0241.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p>They are dancing to “Sandy.” Emma’s costume is gorgeous. Jimmie, I’m not so sure.</p><p> Bruno: “First let me say, from all of us, Congratulations (his wife just had a baby). You were very good in hold. You were very dynamic side by side. Great storytelling.” Carrie Ann: “There’s something about you when you dance: the musicality, the storytelling… Sometimes, when you’re out of hold, you’re so much bigger than when you are in hold. I’d like to see more of a balance, so that it doesn’t feel so different.” Len: “There’s a flair about your dancing. I don’t always think the technique’s overly great, you lose your hold and posture a little bit, but you come out with enthusiasm. And I think that’s such a great trait.” Derek: “That had content, performance, storytelling, great choreography. That was a concept seen through from the beginning to the end. That was a complete package.”</p><p>JUDGES: 34 (Out of 40)</p><p><b>Brandon and Kenya, rumba</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWKG9nHXV3lOtQ2IeuYiW9Ft6Ldbe1FZthvhoHDJsO62zLEHA40TnRdxBirS6tOPN8MIm3IyOVi554WG11ouac5TLo3o2gzZC0mU1Pgz4l7COfsE7KHEuaSZ9mGRcA0DhAviNUGEXZ5Micw1LAcA0_BL_3aJF8q6_ROHE-dfrmpO6PqIMYnIQh/s1000/IMG_0247.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="750" data-original-width="1000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWKG9nHXV3lOtQ2IeuYiW9Ft6Ldbe1FZthvhoHDJsO62zLEHA40TnRdxBirS6tOPN8MIm3IyOVi554WG11ouac5TLo3o2gzZC0mU1Pgz4l7COfsE7KHEuaSZ9mGRcA0DhAviNUGEXZ5Micw1LAcA0_BL_3aJF8q6_ROHE-dfrmpO6PqIMYnIQh/w640-h480/IMG_0247.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>They are dancing to “There Are Worse Things I Could Do,” and Kenya is playing Rizzo.</p><p>She dedicates this dance to her grandmother.</p><p>She looks stunning. </p><p>Carrie Ann: “Kenya, I am so happy that you are still here in this competition, so that you could do that do that dance right now for all of us. You have incredible dignity. You just show up, you perform, and you are getting so good. That was the most… it was delicious, and sensuous and powerful, and dignified. And now I understand how much you love dancing.” Len: “I know the song says ‘Worse Things’ you could do, there wasn’t much worse you could’ve done in that rumba. It had chemistry, it had a romance about it, it had control. It was really, really spot on.” Derek: “Kenya, that opening half split! It was stunning. Assertive, intentional, the rotation in your legs in the fan position. The way you used your arms. Listen, you can either sink or swim. You swam.” Bruno: “Kenya, I feel funny. Hot. Actually, what was brilliant: you were so focused. In translating emotion through motion. Right on it, honey.”</p><p>JUDGES: 36 (Out of 40)</p><p><b>Jenna and JoJo, foxtrot</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsqdlLCY6uG_rhZfaMdIOLfd8QNNEKyxUWWKEaoZqlhM-ems7k5t3pBTRfEiBjtITQNI2FOzIVqQrWfrv8Xq01rqWvpGF9RI8JJdhSxzReSxN3dKxpM0Gp4mjMhY5vkYQt97Gm_4idG4rypSMfgkugncyrZqdvkHV2AjC0VEV3XI3-3GpeCewo/s750/IMG_0259.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="749" data-original-width="750" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsqdlLCY6uG_rhZfaMdIOLfd8QNNEKyxUWWKEaoZqlhM-ems7k5t3pBTRfEiBjtITQNI2FOzIVqQrWfrv8Xq01rqWvpGF9RI8JJdhSxzReSxN3dKxpM0Gp4mjMhY5vkYQt97Gm_4idG4rypSMfgkugncyrZqdvkHV2AjC0VEV3XI3-3GpeCewo/w640-h640/IMG_0259.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p>They are dancing to “Look at Me, I’m Sandra Dee (Reprise).” They also talk to Didi Conn.</p><p>Len (he stands): “You affected my brain with the quality of the technique, you affected my heart with the artistry that you produced. It was superb.” Derek: “I absolutely love this partnership. It is so beautiful. And the way you ebb and flow between leader and follower, follower, leader. It is so gorgeous. That opening turn was stellar. This power and grace, it was absolutely pristine. That was a moment.” Bruno: “I am still shivering. Because, I am telling you why. That was the most exquisite interpretation of the importance and power of friendship, and it was danced to a level of musicality. You did that like an artist.” Carrie Ann: “You guys leave me nothing to say at this point. Except, I can just say: it was perfection.”</p><p>JUDGES: 40 (Out of 40) First perfect score of the season.</p><p><b>Gleb and Mel C., quickstep</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvVf0j9pdisQyinBaqV2J4Eitg8aY82W3TxLd785Y4mWl_NdkMUnNIGkr-UOzTM2fcvBMk1hZGc92QTsdC9RVk72Tm_BkwhhoWPZafpzBuq5S9CqC3zXOekcvWvOtifSBc01j69HZy4yTAv-dZt_LIG87j7Raq1ev-3Pu1e7HYST14ZDXZkIyn/s1280/IMG_0260.gif" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvVf0j9pdisQyinBaqV2J4Eitg8aY82W3TxLd785Y4mWl_NdkMUnNIGkr-UOzTM2fcvBMk1hZGc92QTsdC9RVk72Tm_BkwhhoWPZafpzBuq5S9CqC3zXOekcvWvOtifSBc01j69HZy4yTAv-dZt_LIG87j7Raq1ev-3Pu1e7HYST14ZDXZkIyn/w640-h360/IMG_0260.gif" width="640" /></a></div><p>Gleb and Melanie C. are dancing to “You’re the One That I Want,” because of course they are.</p><p>Some people seem to be doing these quicksteps really slow. Or is it just me?</p><p>Derek: “First of all, confidence isn’t something that you have. Confidence is something that you do. And you did that. You were phenomenal out there. You were so great. How fantastic that quickstep was. Your oversway was perfection.” Bruno: “You got what you wanted: Gleb on his knees, begging for it. It takes a lot of guts doing a quickstep in Lycra® because all the attention is on the legs and feet. And I have to say, great!” Carrie Ann: “Melanie, I just wanna say that I appreciate your vulnerability there, because this whole thing is a journey. And as a judge, I’m not judging the vulnerability. I love that you shared that, and it makes us appreciate what you do out here even more. And that’s the beauty of <i>Dancing</i> <i>with</i> <i>the</i> <i>Stars</i>. So I love that. What will make you feel like you have the breakthrough is when you just have fun. You started a little nervous, weren’t you? And then, halfway through you had fun, and that’s when it came to life. It was amazing.” Len: “Keeping it simple: It was your best dance for me.”</p><p>JUDGES: 36 (Out of 40)</p><p><b>Cheryl and Cody, quickstep</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiviXRlmwP1-bIPG6dqaOjQtjbiO4cuzFuHeUWqt3aCGQl5JYr0eBE5dLsu089E6J6yG0VcEjReL5pblILxFoO59ouq65WkTZtUkzDHIXJWVAFROQyXoHhCETIlc8Zh71T6QUF38Fk4uQ-x2zkx_aFZdlYO2Vwzg5ClFaGTTsWhrRWRJoa3Wgfr/s1222/IMG_0270.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="817" data-original-width="1222" height="428" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiviXRlmwP1-bIPG6dqaOjQtjbiO4cuzFuHeUWqt3aCGQl5JYr0eBE5dLsu089E6J6yG0VcEjReL5pblILxFoO59ouq65WkTZtUkzDHIXJWVAFROQyXoHhCETIlc8Zh71T6QUF38Fk4uQ-x2zkx_aFZdlYO2Vwzg5ClFaGTTsWhrRWRJoa3Wgfr/w640-h428/IMG_0270.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Cheryl and Cody dance the finale, “We Go Together,” which Cheryl calls “the most well-known song.” Um, it isn’t. I’ve never heard of it, and “Hopelessly Devoted to You” charted. So no, she’s wrong.</p><p>Oh, ok. I have heard this song. Still not the “most well-known.”</p><p>Bruno: “It really had the sense of uplifting celebration of everything <i>Grease</i>. Great performance. You have to work on the sections in hold, and the footwork. At this stage, we cannot let that go. I know you can do it. It’s the partner work.” Carrie Ann: “I think Bruno’s right. It would be nice if you closed the gap a little bit in your hold. It would make you dance more together, and we’ll feel more chemistry from you, and make you more solid as a couple dancing.” Len: “It needed a stronger frame, But what I liked was the energy you produced. You really came out and gave it your all.” Derek: “I thought it was a great way to finish out the night, and I actually think that your frame improved from last week.”</p><p>JUDGES: 32 (Out of 40)</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6DVNQo1UeBYOaFWOfJxmCsgZyzo7xwbMlvYoUgCMolQTNwGVNbZ7MUxSqawLJkz97gEDnTvDiUeYIU6BM_laY3ebnJ54aW4xBYJjTGdEcXaiOnxrstKBKrRs9ji2o6mOcjl5scE0gGUP-1IF1CRjgOaJkDiAiZt6ivNDcoM3NS01ubRjN1QNO/s3374/IMG_7129.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1922" data-original-width="3374" height="364" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6DVNQo1UeBYOaFWOfJxmCsgZyzo7xwbMlvYoUgCMolQTNwGVNbZ7MUxSqawLJkz97gEDnTvDiUeYIU6BM_laY3ebnJ54aW4xBYJjTGdEcXaiOnxrstKBKrRs9ji2o6mOcjl5scE0gGUP-1IF1CRjgOaJkDiAiZt6ivNDcoM3NS01ubRjN1QNO/w640-h364/IMG_7129.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p><b>The Bottom Two:</b></p><p>1. Gleb and Melanie C.</p><p>2. Olivia and Val</p><p>Who’s going home?</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwdFkuAt4PP2MFzIlFGQJs4T6g4Hf75EmLArgXvoDdm4odRXnPn2YH3AH9LaKB2_braA-_Jei5_Tq9r5GUUeJV_01RzuqegP9hCgeA1C_IOwPMkwkhH10Ua9qcs3DVN-XESJ4iFiqs7BjBlFzQbFbALoIR_V-5_cTjVbUhG3gFqkikfHb4-Cxb/s620/IMG_0262.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="360" data-original-width="620" height="372" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwdFkuAt4PP2MFzIlFGQJs4T6g4Hf75EmLArgXvoDdm4odRXnPn2YH3AH9LaKB2_braA-_Jei5_Tq9r5GUUeJV_01RzuqegP9hCgeA1C_IOwPMkwkhH10Ua9qcs3DVN-XESJ4iFiqs7BjBlFzQbFbALoIR_V-5_cTjVbUhG3gFqkikfHb4-Cxb/w640-h372/IMG_0262.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Len saves Val and Olivia.</p><p><br /></p><p><b>MICHE’s Favorites of <i>Grease</i> Night</b></p><p>1. Sasha and Suni, Charleston</p><p>2. Daniella and Iman, Viennese waltz</p><p>3. Val and Olivia, foxtrot</p><p>4. Cheryl and Cody, quickstep</p><p>5. Jenna and JoJo, foxtrot</p><p>6. Emma and Jimmie, foxtrot</p><p>7. Gleb and Mel C., quickstep</p><p>8. Brandon and Kenya, rumba</p><p>9. Alan and Amanda, Viennese waltz</p><p>10. Artem and Melora, Viennese waltz</p><p><br /></p><p><b>Please Go Home!</b></p><p>1. The Miz</p><p>*******************</p><p><br /></p>MicheBelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12153402057422544392noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3779897.post-60764683344166519152023-11-11T15:49:00.002-08:002023-11-11T16:05:21.347-08:00Season 30, Week Four, Night Two: Disney Villains Night and a Double Elimination<p><br /></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSWYTgJJtIGYiQG07omqx2hBTs9C26FkIUMf_anayOukS2fL16C93UqPRHV2pG91AwtAZS6F43-NYDVxjdEKkqSHOHIsIwY3tA-s_47g3BjNfla0f80NeGNxQgvPLaCDh-A7zYhDTHFQpOgiDw4wGYA4FauPsY7aKZSNH3hec8JYQhrvWL8bq9/s3401/IMG_6767.jpeg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2079" data-original-width="3401" height="392" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSWYTgJJtIGYiQG07omqx2hBTs9C26FkIUMf_anayOukS2fL16C93UqPRHV2pG91AwtAZS6F43-NYDVxjdEKkqSHOHIsIwY3tA-s_47g3BjNfla0f80NeGNxQgvPLaCDh-A7zYhDTHFQpOgiDw4wGYA4FauPsY7aKZSNH3hec8JYQhrvWL8bq9/w640-h392/IMG_6767.jpeg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Left to right: Carrie Ann, Len, Derek, Bruno. Not pictured (ever): Tyra Banks.</td></tr></tbody></table><p></p><p>I’m just gonna say that I’m so over Tyra Banks. OK then.</p><p>Since there was no elimination last night (this is <i>Dancing</i> <i>with</i> <i>the</i> <i>Stars</i> Season 30, Week 4, Night 2, for those keeping score at home), there will be a double elimination tonight. *Gasp*</p><p>We have, of course, more footage of couples at Disneyland. Jimmie is “all in” on Disneyland.</p><p><b>Emma and Jimmie, jazz</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJ1PEt9ijSvufBnnHX9UjpULfgSNEH-EThHzhVOHPV2SC4SbtKg3Ma7-u3zfWT-WNvmguWp6h7ugvG2qvZj7keQ9XgG4BkwC0as8HX1CZ0IYQtkaDWv9MKapSnmQ1q9L6p2c9zEUkfCWdzxCxzCzNBORO3ieQE268_3Mmxwq70_Czhl88K-o9y/s1153/IMG_6770.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="863" data-original-width="1153" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJ1PEt9ijSvufBnnHX9UjpULfgSNEH-EThHzhVOHPV2SC4SbtKg3Ma7-u3zfWT-WNvmguWp6h7ugvG2qvZj7keQ9XgG4BkwC0as8HX1CZ0IYQtkaDWv9MKapSnmQ1q9L6p2c9zEUkfCWdzxCxzCzNBORO3ieQE268_3Mmxwq70_Czhl88K-o9y/w640-h480/IMG_6770.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>They are dancing to Billie Eilish’s “Bad Guy,” which is that Billie Eilish song that you know but don’t know the name of. (Outfitted as Tinkerbell and Captain Hook, who for some reason are fighting). OK.<div><br /></div><div>Look at this amazing set!!!! Two real waterfalls! Skull Island!</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVOo68vSvo-_Pf8IEXEPkwUsXBhpbb4soWYL2C6nJzsSV16cdXji5etr-BYgcfzPysMhRnLr49iupURaxSjhmnEtyJJeahuzcQ5mZ9m6dx2BhIhS7A-t_2TDu8OBMQoX6RKh0gcjEi-Lc_k1duHgk8r21nDXb4ICv7xRkW_OBczjPXuH6PuIXK/s3316/IMG_6773.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1949" data-original-width="3316" height="376" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVOo68vSvo-_Pf8IEXEPkwUsXBhpbb4soWYL2C6nJzsSV16cdXji5etr-BYgcfzPysMhRnLr49iupURaxSjhmnEtyJJeahuzcQ5mZ9m6dx2BhIhS7A-t_2TDu8OBMQoX6RKh0gcjEi-Lc_k1duHgk8r21nDXb4ICv7xRkW_OBczjPXuH6PuIXK/w640-h376/IMG_6773.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p style="text-align: left;"></p><div>At the end, she looks like she’s about to throw a punch. :-0. Come on, Tinkerbell would NEVER do that. You don’t throw punches if you’ve got magic, and fairy dust. And if she did, he’s got a HOOK for a hand. Emma’s a great dancer and choreographer, but man, she’s not big on lyrics or story. OK, this went WAY outside of plausibility for me. But it was a fun dance. And I couldn’t figure out how they kept lighting her (in the way that Tinkerbell is incandescent…at least the set and lighting and costume people are paying attention to the actual story…), cause she just glowed. (As Tinkerbell does.)<br /><p>Len: “I liked the concept, the story within the dance. Captain Hook, fighting little Tinkerbell… I thought the lifts were right in character. You’re surprising me each week, because your dancing is coming right on point.” Derek: “Jimmie, I’m so impressed with you, my man. That side by side, when that kicked in! It had so much oomph to it, so much energy. Some people transform on this show, and you are definitely one of those people. I’m loving seeing your progress, man.” Bruno: “That was a badass jazz routine. You gave it your own style. You were totally in character. You never dropped it. Your strongest performance to date.” Carrie Ann: “Jimmie Jam. Disney is totally your jam. I can tell how much you love it, because it came through in both of your dances. Last night and tonight. That was amazing.”</p><p>JUDGES: 35 (Out of 40)</p><p><b>Cheryl and Cody, Viennese waltz</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiV-5hOtiVpY731SgZ4lMGq1fw4uHtYEJ4awExUeLtM-PeVPXJ3CZBZpRCk4JA04SVB7Gw7OGGylv2wY3NnGuusD8CvMmUbht3QwYUUYTtOvWd5Qb5DhtPWuF7BqQ-SW-yUl-hshZZja6afzn6vM6IcgdelNLLmlUHMs6UHkXJwYdunVZ2QaBIq/s1027/IMG_6775.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="766" data-original-width="1027" height="478" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiV-5hOtiVpY731SgZ4lMGq1fw4uHtYEJ4awExUeLtM-PeVPXJ3CZBZpRCk4JA04SVB7Gw7OGGylv2wY3NnGuusD8CvMmUbht3QwYUUYTtOvWd5Qb5DhtPWuF7BqQ-SW-yUl-hshZZja6afzn6vM6IcgdelNLLmlUHMs6UHkXJwYdunVZ2QaBIq/w640-h478/IMG_6775.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="text-align: left;">They are dancing to “Gaston” from </span><i style="text-align: left;">Beauty</i><span style="text-align: left;"> </span><i style="text-align: left;">and</i><span style="text-align: left;"> </span><i style="text-align: left;">the</i><span style="text-align: left;"> </span><i style="text-align: left;">Beast</i><span style="text-align: left;"> (thank goodness it wasn’t “Be Our Guest” again). The dancers may not be clued in to the story, but man, the set designers sure are. Look at this one.</span></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYbXVB2hvpdURJoH0ZifWEsLPQzbFiyUp4UU0T218e49q3FyMOJVTC2lSlWWBvkhxyVt-da11_b2Eu9ILQBzeN2qaJNZnPYLRc1SNK1yxdiPxfFfo2yuahfjf4JY8CCxvxZlIeNT7JrY6M8BDTIibZDTtpWVu1m5Kl300nDa3e711rHE8Y4ZmV/s3931/IMG_6778.jpeg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2292" data-original-width="3931" height="374" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYbXVB2hvpdURJoH0ZifWEsLPQzbFiyUp4UU0T218e49q3FyMOJVTC2lSlWWBvkhxyVt-da11_b2Eu9ILQBzeN2qaJNZnPYLRc1SNK1yxdiPxfFfo2yuahfjf4JY8CCxvxZlIeNT7JrY6M8BDTIibZDTtpWVu1m5Kl300nDa3e711rHE8Y4ZmV/w640-h374/IMG_6778.jpeg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Note Pasha (eliminated last week) and Britt among the troupe members on the stage in this dance.</td></tr></tbody></table><p>Another lack of continuity. This song is sung to Gaston by his buddy. So who’s Cheryl’s character supposed to be? Gaston’s alter ego or something? Ugh. I’m not liking the story presentation of the dances so far. But that said, I did like the dance. </p><p>Derek: “Not a lot of people know this, but you guys had the least amount of rehearsal time this week. So, well done for getting two routines in this week. You had the flaring of the gusto of Gaston. You always are such a great performer. Technically, there are still some things to work on: getting the frame up, and the natural turns, the reverse turns, and get lower in the legs, it will help you get a little more balance. Overall, great performance.” Bruno (who has his gold sparkly pants on): “Gaston, so irresistibly dashing, is a curse. I know the feeling, Cody. You know, very very hard. But I actually have to say, I’m so happy to see you in a full production, able to really exploit your talent, because you’ve got it. He’s right, a bit of polishing, but you can work a stage.” Carrie Ann: “Cody, thank you, thank you, thank you. All the moves were finished, you were bold, you were polished. You were so animated. Cheers to you.” Len: “Cheryl, I congratulate you, natural reverse turns. You even put a freckle in there! And that was fantastic. Well done to both of you.”</p><p>JUDGES: 31 (Out of 40)</p><p><b>Gleb and Melanie, Viennese waltz</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5kC4Oiho0AnY3y03aK3sHTB3p6S5zVtitbzO1JJyroYkFzyaDNVwFOLj_1F6gXgd3GhzS75LDC25mG6N1cusbGbsxeck6CNFAgWrYmHXj4yNQtmES36hk-vAgq7AuIQM-Slrk-HYUTvTY085PbGkFr4dCHiSvwiiFW1k8hLwHAK7uN6l2HAxq/s1200/IMG_0148.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="676" data-original-width="1200" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5kC4Oiho0AnY3y03aK3sHTB3p6S5zVtitbzO1JJyroYkFzyaDNVwFOLj_1F6gXgd3GhzS75LDC25mG6N1cusbGbsxeck6CNFAgWrYmHXj4yNQtmES36hk-vAgq7AuIQM-Slrk-HYUTvTY085PbGkFr4dCHiSvwiiFW1k8hLwHAK7uN6l2HAxq/w640-h360/IMG_0148.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Since <i>Sleeping Beauty</i> was also an animated movie (without song), they are dancing to Lana del Rey’s “Once Upon a Dream.” (And Mel C. is playing Maleficent.)</p><p>Sets, costumes, lighting!</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUnZ6fwYTk8CSehNHDYHIgkLYkciwzuaNAH-M6ubkX47DNspCSrPW2hbt0FIvVqcvUzZ9XhfcvnwJGF_7ubp62gPT_pokaXptgb_9sOtJ4LuBiWIL51PoUsn0Ncb2kpTDoy-AO-rlbed4pJLCUaGi8dTl8rOUv1QZx9iPhiNM4iubOp2CwNnCi/s3441/IMG_6781.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2026" data-original-width="3441" height="376" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUnZ6fwYTk8CSehNHDYHIgkLYkciwzuaNAH-M6ubkX47DNspCSrPW2hbt0FIvVqcvUzZ9XhfcvnwJGF_7ubp62gPT_pokaXptgb_9sOtJ4LuBiWIL51PoUsn0Ncb2kpTDoy-AO-rlbed4pJLCUaGi8dTl8rOUv1QZx9iPhiNM4iubOp2CwNnCi/w640-h376/IMG_6781.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>I’m sure Len will say this, but there wasn’t much of a Viennese waltz there.</p><p>Bruno: “Magnificent Maleficent, you’ ve got plenty of drama, mama. It was so haunting. But there was a quality I really liked, it was like suspended animation. Like you were weaving a spell all around you. I loved it.” Carrie Ann: “That was your best dance, by far. There was the transformation that we’re looking for. You went from Sporty to the Queen of Evil. Sensual, powerful, the continuation of the movement was so languid and sensuous.” Len: “I liked the mood. You created a fantastic atmosphere. I don’t wanna be glib, Gleb, but you could’ve had a little bit more Viennese waltz in the Viennese waltz. (Knew it!) What was on the label, not on the table.” Derek: “Big props for navigating those horns. Sometimes that can throw people, but you handled it beautifully. That was ominous and forbidding performance. Gorgeous.” </p><p>JUDGES: 35 (Out of 40)</p><p><b>Jenna and JoJo, paso doble</b></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizAoCi1qQQtUazl2RStYSG2I54I-FUnyceRigpx7UkPdiCgB-5O462aEudAn2OV5lwg_PGvwwTtwh1sNUjWF0KsCITH8QqV5WU6c-4LRXhenRyXAPMAAtG0XSKrSDzkF5tShxRXJvwWO9aqetTe5H6u30S4kJ6gSipo2bpn0kwB2gc3tsBN7IO/s300/IMG_0150.jpeg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="300" data-original-width="300" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizAoCi1qQQtUazl2RStYSG2I54I-FUnyceRigpx7UkPdiCgB-5O462aEudAn2OV5lwg_PGvwwTtwh1sNUjWF0KsCITH8QqV5WU6c-4LRXhenRyXAPMAAtG0XSKrSDzkF5tShxRXJvwWO9aqetTe5H6u30S4kJ6gSipo2bpn0kwB2gc3tsBN7IO/w640-h640/IMG_0150.jpeg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Courtesy of Just Jared and ABC.</td></tr></tbody></table><p>They are dancing to “Ways to Be Wicked” from <i>Descendants</i> <i>2.</i> (?) The song is terrible, but the costumes and hair are fantastic. (It’s hard to take a song seriously, especially as a “Villain” when one of the lyrics is “W-I-C-K-E-D.” Ugh.)</p><p>Carrie Ann: “JoJo, you are a fantastic performer, always I love the energy you bring and the dedication. This week, I didn’t think that was your best dance. I thought it was a little hectic. What I’m looking for, always, is transformation. That’s what keeps the playing field level for everybody. This week, I felt like we kinda went back to old tricks and old habits. I like when you have a little bit more elegance.” Len: “It possibly could’ve been hectic, but for me, what I loved, it had control. That wasn’t just all the time right on point. You’ve done two dances: Viennese waltz, paso doble. Both ends of the dance spectrum. Both fantastic.” Derek: “I actually feel like maybe the hecticness was just the hair flying around. You look at the dancing, I agree with Len, it was super in control, had so much content in it. Had the power, had the oomph that I love to see in paso doble.” Bruno: “My shielding beauties. Equally strong, equally gifted. It was like watching two supervillains battling for supremacy. And you both won. A paso doble like no other.”</p><p>JUDGES: 35 (Out of 40)</p><p><b>Brendan and Kenya, Viennese waltz</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcubLv847i7_PINI4DSxhUSgbHY_E4bpmhxVctMzh7edqGoPZuZIVx_pDzfYHN97zhdfUDObtFSOu1WMO83pddLqDZvJcpgiOVWnQBUu4aaodBPrDYRvEqxFMF7z1H5HtwI2S7qLate_5eZ0ZWTmzHLw2hDnwu359XiY1rOcMlIKlsbTeEQRdZ/s750/IMG_0159.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="750" data-original-width="750" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcubLv847i7_PINI4DSxhUSgbHY_E4bpmhxVctMzh7edqGoPZuZIVx_pDzfYHN97zhdfUDObtFSOu1WMO83pddLqDZvJcpgiOVWnQBUu4aaodBPrDYRvEqxFMF7z1H5HtwI2S7qLate_5eZ0ZWTmzHLw2hDnwu359XiY1rOcMlIKlsbTeEQRdZ/w640-h640/IMG_0159.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>She is the Evil Queen in <i>Snow</i> <i>White</i>, and they are dancing to “Dangerous Woman” by Ariana Grande.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgw04pZgvjyLuE_476MZjnZrCLMXKBSUNFA3lChJVYP59Y7KqSqISpR5EdVuHZBJTiAtuoSWo8i002u50YDDt4bckADQA7WMYTuTnCNL67yEMk7x44NeDqgX9OPmLFmjvioexhIdoNqSDsDovFNXClpKiiUrBqTOQYvQhdfd6y6Ip34TMhfHCUm/s3816/IMG_6786.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2292" data-original-width="3816" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgw04pZgvjyLuE_476MZjnZrCLMXKBSUNFA3lChJVYP59Y7KqSqISpR5EdVuHZBJTiAtuoSWo8i002u50YDDt4bckADQA7WMYTuTnCNL67yEMk7x44NeDqgX9OPmLFmjvioexhIdoNqSDsDovFNXClpKiiUrBqTOQYvQhdfd6y6Ip34TMhfHCUm/w640-h384/IMG_6786.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Well, once again, the lyrics don’t fit the story. The Evil Queen always knew she was a “dangerous woman.” But I liked this Viennese waltz enough to go with it.</p><p>Len: “Well, the bars you did in hold were appreciated. The technique weren’t great, however, basically it was a lovely dance in 3/4 time, done very very well, so congratulations.” Derek: “Kenya, this Evil Queen was a vibe. I loved it. Just like sultry, sensual, seductive. I was so into it. It was so good. You are fierce, you really really are. I just want you to believe that a little bit more in the dance. I want you to own that fierceness within you, cause you definitely have it. There it is.” Bruno: “Oh, sassy madam. No mirror can do justice to your regal beauty. I loved the way she played with the boy. You would tease him to death. Use them! I had enough. Next!” Carrie Ann: “I am so impressed with the way you kept on your center, because there are moments when you almost got pulled off, and you were just ‘I am not letting go. Not tonight.’ That was your best dance.”</p><p>JUDGES: 30 (Out of 40) </p><p><b>Daniella and Iman, Argentine tango</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEja878l9zpUh_SBk9vOsMQKbIQji33YzTZQzlUc41602bsg2aTiYzJ5peFmI2jxvA1Ic1Zk8n-mPOzqI0So7TsVV2rAx9iyJa6Tq485pLSYYZf9DoZi_YL4ZUglhm91RZyCkh6kdxd8jCCYgWJcqyXlBZwO3ghNjv1VlRYIcQCY5lnZpbMtv6_v/s709/IMG_0167.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="434" data-original-width="709" height="392" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEja878l9zpUh_SBk9vOsMQKbIQji33YzTZQzlUc41602bsg2aTiYzJ5peFmI2jxvA1Ic1Zk8n-mPOzqI0So7TsVV2rAx9iyJa6Tq485pLSYYZf9DoZi_YL4ZUglhm91RZyCkh6kdxd8jCCYgWJcqyXlBZwO3ghNjv1VlRYIcQCY5lnZpbMtv6_v/w640-h392/IMG_0167.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Daniella and Iman are dancing to “Arabian Nights” from <i>Aladdin</i>, and Iman is Jafar.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyND4GmHF1Iym88I74f9vioyBourMNx_ZWLbaIw6-fV3nI18CS2E8TzwKCltEPmUx1388zIC-PTyee9QupYsNZG471eROS_OYNmXeStP8_8tfG4YYfrUWpZ9roZA2cxtV6PSSDVZbDW5I8Snb7eEgJeJaa_hdEx4DID9XvLc1FJ6vSZstuSYkQ/s3498/IMG_6797.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1979" data-original-width="3498" height="362" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyND4GmHF1Iym88I74f9vioyBourMNx_ZWLbaIw6-fV3nI18CS2E8TzwKCltEPmUx1388zIC-PTyee9QupYsNZG471eROS_OYNmXeStP8_8tfG4YYfrUWpZ9roZA2cxtV6PSSDVZbDW5I8Snb7eEgJeJaa_hdEx4DID9XvLc1FJ6vSZstuSYkQ/w640-h362/IMG_6797.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Wow. Some amazing lifts in that Argentine tango. Pretty incredible.</p><p>Derek: “Yo! That opening and ending lift was iconic. Seriously. There was no momentum there, from a static position. A lift with that control. That was a moment. I just felt that in the room, that whole routine. I’m kinda speechless. That was really, really good.” Bruno: “People are told: ‘No special effects. No wires.’ A feat of magical strength. She was in the air more than a commercial airliner. I don’t know how you did it. Impressive.” Carrie Ann: “I’m truly blown away. That was one of the most magical performances I’ve ever seen on this show. There was something about the different levels of the tone. Like you could see the different chapters of the story. It was poetry in motion. It blew my mind.” Len: “Congratulations, that was your best I’ve seen.”</p><p>JUDGES: 33 (Out of 40) </p><p><b>Artem and Melora, jazz</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9MsuY9MribK13ovfXMMgGF596bJ0b9evB_e0gKdRYzEgrTCHRrGp-IyuiK2wGBa-WwhlrEFJKS41m9EyX8ihqox1EJCRcTWX_m7hzq4mFPF1USYSP9KnJ-X5kx1k3XVY9-aCpe6fkI7s7DsSlDO9KKEylkCi56FI3y5HuO_KugTacJ_EeT5dt/s1106/IMG_6798.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1106" data-original-width="947" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9MsuY9MribK13ovfXMMgGF596bJ0b9evB_e0gKdRYzEgrTCHRrGp-IyuiK2wGBa-WwhlrEFJKS41m9EyX8ihqox1EJCRcTWX_m7hzq4mFPF1USYSP9KnJ-X5kx1k3XVY9-aCpe6fkI7s7DsSlDO9KKEylkCi56FI3y5HuO_KugTacJ_EeT5dt/w548-h640/IMG_6798.jpeg" width="548" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p>She’s playing the villainous mother from <i>Tangled</i>. In their package, they show Kate Flannery (who should’ve won with Pasha in her season, IMHO) visiting their rehearsal.</p><p>It’s kinda weird because <i>Tangled</i> is all about Rapunzel and her long hair, and Artem is now playing… her son? #Bizarre With an eye patch? The entire song is vocals that Melora reacts to with grand gestures. (Not so much dancing.)</p><p>We learn that the vocals that they used were actually Melora’s! Wow. Nice voice.</p><p>Bruno: “When it comes to deliver wickedly delicious dancing musical comedy, nobody does it better.” Carrie Ann: “You’re a little cray-cray. It all came out today. I love it. You’re so theatrical. This is the kind of thing we wanna see. We wanna see everything big and bold at the fifth night of competition. You were amazing. It was a little safe.” Len: “That had wit, it had charm. It was truly delightful.” Derek: “Boy, that was an absolute clinic in storytelling, and absolute theatrical performance. You were magnificent. Beautiful.”</p><p>JUDGES: 37 (Out of 40) Len gives a 10, the first 10 of the season.</p><p><b>Witney and The Miz, Argentine tango</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPq3T8gOKA_5V7WbwjWhtlyJJZlJco6gtToSyl_GutyHbxCRCdb-qT3DgHjKsktRJI7gXKe7OCgvoNK9ePWynoInBJXqQJndogqvhFT3GgvI0gsHPoGx2JZxngbymbH-dgHvfUR2D1QhdERv_QfjoUKZ2fFMnn_lnt0JDSi4-M6_vj2_RehkRU/s600/IMG_0174.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="450" data-original-width="600" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPq3T8gOKA_5V7WbwjWhtlyJJZlJco6gtToSyl_GutyHbxCRCdb-qT3DgHjKsktRJI7gXKe7OCgvoNK9ePWynoInBJXqQJndogqvhFT3GgvI0gsHPoGx2JZxngbymbH-dgHvfUR2D1QhdERv_QfjoUKZ2fFMnn_lnt0JDSi4-M6_vj2_RehkRU/w640-h480/IMG_0174.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>The Miz talks about he likes being a villain in WWE, and he likes being booed. He’s playing Scar from <i>The</i> <i>Lion</i> <i>King</i>, whom he says is “the worst of the worst villains.”</p><p>I liked the dance, but mostly it was Witney doing all the Argentine tango, and The Miz lifting her up.</p><p>Carrie Ann: “The men are on fire tonight. What is happening? That was incredible. What I loved was the way you channeled all your energy into focus and intimacy. And the specificity of movement tonight was on fire.” Len: “I wasn’t prepared for that. I liked the lifts, they were in character. Lovely moments of Argentine tango. All mixed up with a really theatrical performance.” Derek: “It’s 10s across the board for your commitment to the costumes, for both Disney nights. You win, you win. Even through the costume and the makeup, I could still see the articulation in your body and your movement. It was so fantastic. Brother, great, great job.” Bruno: “Very scary. Don’t bug me. I have some catnip, just in case. I have to say, in spite of the scary appearances, there was so much content there, and in general, very very good. Great performance.”</p><p>JUDGES: 34 (Out of 40)</p><p><b>Sharna and Brian, paso doble</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYZ-R6ClpB-xx2V05n04AoRmQkf3C19awVFR7a_A0oVxvjDttkDKtDO39g1U1XJp18w8CkN7NdLm6hblPk1UWfxkAWK0fP6voKUTVbCyd74XwYGviOxUtX89JcbI4GXNaeOO8MGloDq9LOzPErrnGBXrXE3KdXpT0rI5Vma0VEW-uRDu5o-guM/s1200/IMG_0179.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="628" data-original-width="1200" height="334" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYZ-R6ClpB-xx2V05n04AoRmQkf3C19awVFR7a_A0oVxvjDttkDKtDO39g1U1XJp18w8CkN7NdLm6hblPk1UWfxkAWK0fP6voKUTVbCyd74XwYGviOxUtX89JcbI4GXNaeOO8MGloDq9LOzPErrnGBXrXE3KdXpT0rI5Vma0VEW-uRDu5o-guM/w640-h334/IMG_0179.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>They are doing <i>Pirates</i> <i>of</i> <i>the</i> <i>Caribbean</i>. He is playing Captain Barbosa and she’s Jack Sparrow. Sure, why not? It’s not really explained why these two characters would get into hold and dance, but ok.</p><p>A very fun paso, with Sharna’s usual great choreography.</p><p>Len: “Well, I liked the aggression that you showed in that. I liked the fight scene. That was really lovely.” Derek: “I loved the dance/fight choreography. It was so entertaining to watch. I’m not gonna lie. I definitely had a heart attack for some of those explosions in there. Well done for staying focused during that. Cause that was a lot.” Bruno: “You had more firepower. You’re fully loaded.” Carrie Ann: “I know it’s hard for you, but what I love is that was a valiant effort. I definitely saw you in it to win it. You’re going for it, you’re doing the moves. Very proud of you.”</p><p>JUDGES: 27 (Out of 40)</p><p><b>Lindsay and Matt, paso doble </b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_Lcmt6SmEQdguvL2t1NDlL63vZ5Qh7sDNxRzcDBrfUMcnFwnTdZQ1W2YFo94OfpUrCwesejOWjkwbZxs_s4PHT4V9ul9dYmFm2M2hj1YMLG2d76cvjV2hJTCeYkdimVIhnhLurT092pm9wdIA_7i-XVtVMJr2PRsU54evXkUUfPL04lAu_PMw/s2000/IMG_0182.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="2000" height="512" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_Lcmt6SmEQdguvL2t1NDlL63vZ5Qh7sDNxRzcDBrfUMcnFwnTdZQ1W2YFo94OfpUrCwesejOWjkwbZxs_s4PHT4V9ul9dYmFm2M2hj1YMLG2d76cvjV2hJTCeYkdimVIhnhLurT092pm9wdIA_7i-XVtVMJr2PRsU54evXkUUfPL04lAu_PMw/w640-h512/IMG_0182.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>They are dancing to <i>The</i> <i>Jungle</i> <i>Book</i>, and Matt is Kaa the Snake. Lindsay is playing Shere Khan, the tiger. Ugh. I hated that dance.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEheiPDn_PiE93BuqKkweeBlFhZ4IaQ6BZtIQyuOkI6xl8CmfHoxV5f83Aw8cT1LYmoVEOY5Qe3m31U8lwRcIhGomJZn2jFWHFlBwp8hyxpI7tknOV6eUZId7sQnHn87KDiFxo29m9kvb2padd4uKT9o6aa_LaDNVZXVnISo1EOE1ID_D3yAsrD1/s3438/IMG_6805.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2009" data-original-width="3438" height="374" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEheiPDn_PiE93BuqKkweeBlFhZ4IaQ6BZtIQyuOkI6xl8CmfHoxV5f83Aw8cT1LYmoVEOY5Qe3m31U8lwRcIhGomJZn2jFWHFlBwp8hyxpI7tknOV6eUZId7sQnHn87KDiFxo29m9kvb2padd4uKT9o6aa_LaDNVZXVnISo1EOE1ID_D3yAsrD1/w640-h374/IMG_6805.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Derek: “Matt, I was feelin’ ya, man. Your face. Where you were just like into it, man. I loved it so much. Great job.” Bruno: “That was a solid performance. Power, intent, content. You can do it, Matt. You have to refine now. Extend, maintain and refine.” Carrie Ann: “This is the first time I really felt like you gave us all. You left nothing behind.” Len: “Well, in the paso, you look for three Ps—you want posture, you want passion, you want performance. I saw that a little bit, but really, you could give me so much more. Now come on!”</p><p>JUDGES: 31 (Out of 40)</p><p><b>Val and Olivia, jazz</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCvMhjICNTxF42_u_QXYX9ZlUdb8-bAGJSlk5Yo_6VPs5XymFyvUQWI23BZZmgsRkcAdwpCM2hqToLzXZcOtEtmiqwKUqGMHI_m7wMqbj3j5dy4DbGdap3pSVEJiVfjBiTIbHf726C6OJCD3BemPz6UNSRJXx8nZAmR3wVoDmRIYIGPoH72x6N/s3529/IMG_6867.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1982" data-original-width="3529" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCvMhjICNTxF42_u_QXYX9ZlUdb8-bAGJSlk5Yo_6VPs5XymFyvUQWI23BZZmgsRkcAdwpCM2hqToLzXZcOtEtmiqwKUqGMHI_m7wMqbj3j5dy4DbGdap3pSVEJiVfjBiTIbHf726C6OJCD3BemPz6UNSRJXx8nZAmR3wVoDmRIYIGPoH72x6N/w640-h360/IMG_6867.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>They are dancing to “Remember Me” from <i>Coco</i>. Which is kinda bizarre, since <i>Coco</i> doesn’t really have “villains” per se. But Val changed it to be more a husband-wife fighting with each other for attention, which kinda worked. The dancing was kinda minimal though. Mostly just dramatic faces. Still, I love anything Val does.</p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8PFEv2lnOG3wPwO8obh0f-IKASrePpIyMacVZxBXLACN0FsECePORFY6WNarQmurcNw4Ovl7jB8xSKL1083knU8N5XbZ9Y1JRqOhJMd5TIdwbG8A9ny38nJnW_rHVsZmO0oh4r8NVXKNtPeICxI4Ca9UncGcMCm1LlUdKs3da5KK8MR4BcP0v/s3576/IMG_6809.jpeg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2104" data-original-width="3576" height="376" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8PFEv2lnOG3wPwO8obh0f-IKASrePpIyMacVZxBXLACN0FsECePORFY6WNarQmurcNw4Ovl7jB8xSKL1083knU8N5XbZ9Y1JRqOhJMd5TIdwbG8A9ny38nJnW_rHVsZmO0oh4r8NVXKNtPeICxI4Ca9UncGcMCm1LlUdKs3da5KK8MR4BcP0v/w640-h376/IMG_6809.jpeg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">This is not Olivia and Val, these are the troupe dancers.</td></tr></tbody></table><p>Bruno: “I’m having so much fun, I’m going <i>Coco</i>-loco. (*eyeroll*) Really, you captured the spirit of the movie. Perfectly. We know you’re getting better and better and better as a dancer. But you can act as well.” Carrie Ann: “I’m impressed with the acting and it felt a little safe for me. I’ve seen you dance in the pocket. Tonight I felt like you were just a hair in front of it. You are growing every week.” Len: “There’s a saying: ‘I could’ve danced for joy.’ This was such a joyous performance.” Derek: “I could hear Len during that whole performance, ‘I love it!’ The whole time. Listen, I can’t believe you’ve never danced before, because you are a natural-born performer.”</p><p>JUDGES: 35 (Out of 40)</p><p><b>Sasha and Suni, Viennese waltz</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNyzDf9tQeAEW71qSp6nAnma_pxR3HRgY74zzRO1yDXXw7pXObTbWTvXUI_JNCdOm0XVH2T1O9xHsfLEWrRLhbT8LeeRttlMeDR0izR9PH14Sg0vDpwpi4NKC1NWGsqG2OL_ZdKxNdcEadnjbvopNyunFsre0AA0Yg_6S_mDoHpaMLYH-ye3Ff/s3000/IMG_0190.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2400" data-original-width="3000" height="512" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNyzDf9tQeAEW71qSp6nAnma_pxR3HRgY74zzRO1yDXXw7pXObTbWTvXUI_JNCdOm0XVH2T1O9xHsfLEWrRLhbT8LeeRttlMeDR0izR9PH14Sg0vDpwpi4NKC1NWGsqG2OL_ZdKxNdcEadnjbvopNyunFsre0AA0Yg_6S_mDoHpaMLYH-ye3Ff/w640-h512/IMG_0190.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p>Sasha and Suni are dancing to “I Put a Spell on You” from <i>Hocus</i> <i>Pocus</i>.</p><p>Carrie Ann: “Suni! You’re finally really going there. The articulation, I could feel your energy, I could feel the energy move. So when you dance beyond your body, I could feel you do every move. Finally, I feel the performance has met the technique.” Len: “You look so good in hold, Sasha, next ballroom dance, let’s get a little more in hold. She looks great.” Derek: “I’m still recovering from Sasha running off like a little cat. I’m dying. Suni, you’re beautiful, you’re magnificent. You have beautiful, beautiful arms. Like Carrie Ann said, your performance is starting to come out, and we absolutely love that.” Bruno: “Bewitching, my darling. The flow of the movement, those long lines—keep it going, it’s working.”</p><p>JUDGES: 35 (Out of 40)</p><p><b>Alan and Amanda, paso doble</b></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijick5KGRsOju57TEevExqf5TfaDG5ylulN1RBkiZeFPxdCAoS8q7DUHUYi_ZzQJVlg4FhGK79NdqkP-uK2v7QRVjI8lOAGhYnWmbz2nILDtQXaJg9fQI_Fz7mYq9YgaZxacofBJCREx9dAFxbsysOMpC5UB3C7M5zIFp9BG1gOWU8cXIMdnCq/s300/IMG_0197.jpeg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="300" data-original-width="300" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijick5KGRsOju57TEevExqf5TfaDG5ylulN1RBkiZeFPxdCAoS8q7DUHUYi_ZzQJVlg4FhGK79NdqkP-uK2v7QRVjI8lOAGhYnWmbz2nILDtQXaJg9fQI_Fz7mYq9YgaZxacofBJCREx9dAFxbsysOMpC5UB3C7M5zIFp9BG1gOWU8cXIMdnCq/w640-h640/IMG_0197.jpeg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Courtesy of Just Jared and ABC.</td></tr></tbody></table><p>They are dancing to “Call Me Cruella” and she, of course, is Cruella.</p><p>Len: “It had a feeling of menace, which I liked to see. Lovely interpretation from you, Alan, for the music.” Derek: “Amanda, you look unbelievable. You played the part to perfection. You were so good that sometimes the little details catch my eye. That was a phenomenal paso doble.” Bruno: “It was devilishly stylish, with a hint of danger and a lot of aggression. It was going so well. There was a slight misstep. Otherwise, it could have been perfection.” Carrie Ann: “That was powerful and masterful, and so divine. I have to say, a beautiful way to end an incredible night. Bravo to everyone who worked on these shows.”</p><p>JUDGES: 36 (Out of 40)</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijg7OkQYG4MjCselKVQ080v5xh4jaUCMhvJECJ_sC98adVMzlq-cQFqHQxWE9NxglVj4QBD4WfxHimwqGUH-NPtdDVPfQRpjNnVn4KnMigdDrrIVhmksAOt_qvmKgkQFif-S1jJ_jcFqPFmINRN7RtBzW-4uHVcXkkahk8JyufmGwE1c8TpIFy/s3799/IMG_7010.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2208" data-original-width="3799" height="372" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijg7OkQYG4MjCselKVQ080v5xh4jaUCMhvJECJ_sC98adVMzlq-cQFqHQxWE9NxglVj4QBD4WfxHimwqGUH-NPtdDVPfQRpjNnVn4KnMigdDrrIVhmksAOt_qvmKgkQFif-S1jJ_jcFqPFmINRN7RtBzW-4uHVcXkkahk8JyufmGwE1c8TpIFy/w640-h372/IMG_7010.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7sf0_JO5ZivndwEDwSkjgTd9TNqY8Ey9yGDzjX2ch5hsLj2mehgegpBYy5w-IKW-V2wbRomPHdIRPivbWw9MnM6U8e7FY-V9XvvVI0x6nb_boTmf2HK-ng0g9k8SlZMCVgacMLFyWwkW4sSVMgIb9LQUZckuv9pf_tKgCTEgLdYsT6wvCRhil/s3772/IMG_7011.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2164" data-original-width="3772" height="368" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7sf0_JO5ZivndwEDwSkjgTd9TNqY8Ey9yGDzjX2ch5hsLj2mehgegpBYy5w-IKW-V2wbRomPHdIRPivbWw9MnM6U8e7FY-V9XvvVI0x6nb_boTmf2HK-ng0g9k8SlZMCVgacMLFyWwkW4sSVMgIb9LQUZckuv9pf_tKgCTEgLdYsT6wvCRhil/w640-h368/IMG_7011.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>These are the scores from both Disney nights, plus our votes, plus the Mickey Dance Challenge points.</p><p>I have to say that I thought the Disney Villains night overall was a #FAIL because it was just all over the place. The music from the movies (by and large) wasn’t very good. The Villains weren’t villainy enough. One Disney night is enough.</p><p>So, who’s going home on this Double Elimination night?</p><p><b>The Bottom Three:</b></p><p>1. Sharna and Brian</p><p>2. Lindsay and Matt</p><p>3. Brandon and Kenya</p><p>are in the Bottom Three.</p><p>Brian and Sharna have the lowest totals and are eliminated. Judges decide between the last two.</p><p>Len decides to save Kenya and Brandon.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdhyphenhyphenxGz-1QkL5bbKwpCM4gbXf7DdRYnI99VDJj-mo8FDsX_pRSEIhvAp76M4WaHyLIBAU66gpq3KhyphenhyphenLRqHK-eXwOy3fXfeA8xQcYegNmea1ZI3oV8DEKDG0diivPPt1d3UKd70gWqi1_utOSIiFaQswp_ugzzNlx3SMnf2BCeNyqxNM3XcuLsC/s793/IMG_0180.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="793" data-original-width="634" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdhyphenhyphenxGz-1QkL5bbKwpCM4gbXf7DdRYnI99VDJj-mo8FDsX_pRSEIhvAp76M4WaHyLIBAU66gpq3KhyphenhyphenLRqHK-eXwOy3fXfeA8xQcYegNmea1ZI3oV8DEKDG0diivPPt1d3UKd70gWqi1_utOSIiFaQswp_ugzzNlx3SMnf2BCeNyqxNM3XcuLsC/w512-h640/IMG_0180.jpeg" width="512" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPdehgBw72ecuQ3432m5uZMyb0o3fPD15n-xTt63OtXVtLwWtRcp-EnCOw9eYrFQmMlzZ4KnDk0BW8idLzelxIDCjLuw24rm78JobNQXsEsmgSAYirXeyIDWm3r9q2hw1k6aUfJQaIk4XO6O5Gpzcxphc21RRZTy9mQM7TOxyCtYhSSeADetaU/s1222/IMG_0183.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1222" data-original-width="817" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPdehgBw72ecuQ3432m5uZMyb0o3fPD15n-xTt63OtXVtLwWtRcp-EnCOw9eYrFQmMlzZ4KnDk0BW8idLzelxIDCjLuw24rm78JobNQXsEsmgSAYirXeyIDWm3r9q2hw1k6aUfJQaIk4XO6O5Gpzcxphc21RRZTy9mQM7TOxyCtYhSSeADetaU/w428-h640/IMG_0183.jpeg" width="428" /></a></div><p><b>Miche’s Favorites of Villains Night</b></p><p>1. Daniella and Iman, Argentine tango</p><p>2. Artem and Melora, jazz</p><p>3.Sharna and Brian, paso doble </p><p>4. Val and Olivia, jazz</p><p>5. Sasha and Suni, Viennese waltz</p><p>6. Brandon and Kenya, Viennese waltz </p><p>7. Cheryl and Cody, Viennese waltz</p><p>8. Alan and Amanda, paso doble</p><p>9. Emma and Jimmie, jazz</p><p>10. Gleb and Melanie, Viennese waltz</p><p>11. Jenna and JoJo, paso doble </p><p><br /></p><p><b>Can Go Home Anytime Now</b></p><p>1. The Miz </p><p><br /></p><p>****************************</p><p><br /></p></div>MicheBelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12153402057422544392noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3779897.post-28000090575652379092023-11-05T14:13:00.002-08:002023-11-05T14:32:06.775-08:00Season 30, Week Four, Night One: Disney Heroes Night and No One Goes Home<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh09_qrOQTq4P419P_WHtfRCajoFoI85ivApLzdaHnCtzSS3wAE9Mg2r4dNhgnEA0UV_GSLL_qBEacELYGk8RAI-6f2EHN5HhlKHYWnKINUK-9DJpSZvq-0A_Em8t9MbWsvcK-oUr0oKfRHUeYAKYXXptJBDgXzcze6HD9GKr87voKOG_QE-IxB/s3083/IMG_6292.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1800" data-original-width="3083" height="374" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh09_qrOQTq4P419P_WHtfRCajoFoI85ivApLzdaHnCtzSS3wAE9Mg2r4dNhgnEA0UV_GSLL_qBEacELYGk8RAI-6f2EHN5HhlKHYWnKINUK-9DJpSZvq-0A_Em8t9MbWsvcK-oUr0oKfRHUeYAKYXXptJBDgXzcze6HD9GKr87voKOG_QE-IxB/w640-h374/IMG_6292.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p></p><p>It’s Covid times at <i>Dancing</i> <i>with</i> <i>the</i> <i>Stars</i>, so we still don’t have a proper opening number, but we do have our couples at Disneyland, each doing a few steps. Well, it’s better than nothing. They danced to “Zero to Hero,” which is fitting because it’s Heroes Night. (Cheryl and Cody were not included, neither were Sasha and Suni for some reason. Perhaps because Sasha and Suni didn’t go to Disneyland. They got to view the new movie, <i>Encanto</i>, instead.)</p><p>And we have one of the stupidest things they’ve ever done on #<i>DWTS</i> tonight. They have a series of moves (shown by Mickey Mouse) that our couples (well, pros) must incorporate into their choreography, no matter the dance style. Ugh. Who comes up with this nonsense?</p><p><b>Jenna and JoJo, Viennese waltz</b></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSAqHtaAmWrJHvRy6VLtBrSkAALUdeMaxHBdlPUYhywGILnj_LcuRapEiRD3C3QqeQfiOzeJyXLVfB4NeMK-SCNga1QbEGn94zHss99fYjVFWp7kNvA-aBACfQMl-sasqcYccj2RRGQ_KatyxBbswaRVwFr8KA3A25h5J56sGtUHU8Fb84bsJx/s300/IMG_0052.jpeg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="300" data-original-width="300" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSAqHtaAmWrJHvRy6VLtBrSkAALUdeMaxHBdlPUYhywGILnj_LcuRapEiRD3C3QqeQfiOzeJyXLVfB4NeMK-SCNga1QbEGn94zHss99fYjVFWp7kNvA-aBACfQMl-sasqcYccj2RRGQ_KatyxBbswaRVwFr8KA3A25h5J56sGtUHU8Fb84bsJx/w640-h640/IMG_0052.jpeg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;">Courtesy of Just Jared and ABC</span>.</td></tr></tbody></table><p>Well, you knew it was going to happen: that two women dancing together for the first time as competitors on <i>DWTS</i> meant that one of them would be dressing in drag at some point. Well, here it is. JoJo as Prince Charming. And it’s wonderful. Just sublime.</p><p>Can I just say how stunning Jenna’s Cinderella costume is? Bravo to the costume team.</p><p>They are dancing to “A Dream Is A Wish Your Heart Makes” from <i>Cinderella</i>, of course.</p><p>Len: “You danced a couple of bars of reverse turns, a couple of bars of natural turns, in hold, which to quote another song is just about the bare necessities. However, having said that, it was beautifully danced. Your footwork was fantastic. And I enjoyed watching you so much.” Derek: “Last time I was judging you, I mentioned that More isn’t more. Tonight proved that. You were so clean, so elegant. It was a breath of fresh air. Beautifully danced.” Bruno: “JoJo, Jenna, you two are a dream come true. This was a Viennese waltz for the 21st Century. Full of charm, grace, elegance. All was so beautifully executed.” Carrie Ann: “JoJo, I am so proud of you. You just showed the whole world that you can do anything guys can do, and sometimes maybe even better. That was amazing what you’re doing. What I loved the most was that you toned it down and you were the frame for Jenna to shine tonight.” </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQu9bKJr9uLvMj1_7MPrQbt8wW_acew6M__kYwjMnD2iqJjKNu3szGRECos6-OufOTf3D4BRzN0GAAEBGdGZYxQPAhMj9zoFwPpmXgDcuVvxrytqQ1kYOGtUw0Ilgy5P5XlZ5Bzfv7b5Ceg8D24ZdhSznEe-wcnpzZuWO68WWkEAi0A2mXV4Xa/s1280/IMG_0055.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQu9bKJr9uLvMj1_7MPrQbt8wW_acew6M__kYwjMnD2iqJjKNu3szGRECos6-OufOTf3D4BRzN0GAAEBGdGZYxQPAhMj9zoFwPpmXgDcuVvxrytqQ1kYOGtUw0Ilgy5P5XlZ5Bzfv7b5Ceg8D24ZdhSznEe-wcnpzZuWO68WWkEAi0A2mXV4Xa/w640-h360/IMG_0055.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>JUDGES: 35 (Out of 40)</p><p><b>Gleb and Melanie C., jazz</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzU1MakCiQ_5i3aWPj2nvhZGAy4ki8QEvjOkk3W2Xx01UDIUk73GZLh3NSqW_8rIVZhaPwuN6nEgX05G9pMfmxqEGFABZGW5k2HenRma86s6HZE4T7h4nnaHJrEYtq2OpArujJ8DRRkpmAQUL4zpEZsKH8AKaSJeBEBZBLApz7gNHrp5Ri5umn/s2560/IMG_0062.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2560" data-original-width="2048" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzU1MakCiQ_5i3aWPj2nvhZGAy4ki8QEvjOkk3W2Xx01UDIUk73GZLh3NSqW_8rIVZhaPwuN6nEgX05G9pMfmxqEGFABZGW5k2HenRma86s6HZE4T7h4nnaHJrEYtq2OpArujJ8DRRkpmAQUL4zpEZsKH8AKaSJeBEBZBLApz7gNHrp5Ri5umn/w512-h640/IMG_0062.jpeg" width="512" /></a></div><p>It’s great to see Melanie C. as Mary Poppins. Also great to see her do a few cartwheels. I thought there was more to the song than just “Step in Time” over and over again, but it was a fun dance.</p><p>Derek: “Melanie, I actually had the privilege of dancing ‘Step in Time’ with Dick Van Dyke a couple years ago, and I know if he saw this, he absolutely would have loved this. This was like a full musical production: you had the props, you had the set. You danced it so well, so acrobatic. Some of the transitions were a little hectic here and there. But overall, fantastic.” Bruno: “That was so difficult, because the tempo sped up. It wasn’t even. You wove in the Mickey Challenge very very well in the structure, as an introduction of the routine. You lost sync a little bit.” Carrie Ann: “Oh my god, that was jam-packed. Move after move, it was like a stunt show, an action adventure come to life. It was a little bit out of sync.” Len: “That was just like Disneyland. It was full of fun, joy and it was enchanting.” </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJt2ay5mxgw3RclZ9pLxDKkVp3pja-kFJWHfP8eVzGhky18m1LKTl17Pg2LBTOzYgG1syKXq7sX9NsrbNDz-2Bxvwq0MU8MhnR8axCCgf4NPO0kDpwjTCiNp8Y-yZ3Gh6BXkVf9o4n7gZJ3zO5F5JAdT5Yhr2VfELV1SoUd3kB2K2is5u94qlG/s275/IMG_0065.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="275" data-original-width="183" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJt2ay5mxgw3RclZ9pLxDKkVp3pja-kFJWHfP8eVzGhky18m1LKTl17Pg2LBTOzYgG1syKXq7sX9NsrbNDz-2Bxvwq0MU8MhnR8axCCgf4NPO0kDpwjTCiNp8Y-yZ3Gh6BXkVf9o4n7gZJ3zO5F5JAdT5Yhr2VfELV1SoUd3kB2K2is5u94qlG/w426-h640/IMG_0065.jpeg" width="426" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><p>JUDGES: 31 (Out of 40)</p><p><b>Lindsay and Matt, quickstep</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEievaWZeEuKTrlHubzQCvq4ujxiXEYF_YMRUls92_zn5UX7_qMLaXcVi68Viez3LhLDSuoBr_MNBCi75OlsGvpRZus2s8dD1Jp6hN8lyvsM26Y0tMBTpS3ZVdXeX4j4ME8y5AHfRIlx3TabdtcN1Hx46dEm_WpwlGS5LO0FM5nnOzEkZMxr8yEy/s800/IMG_0069.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="800" height="512" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEievaWZeEuKTrlHubzQCvq4ujxiXEYF_YMRUls92_zn5UX7_qMLaXcVi68Viez3LhLDSuoBr_MNBCi75OlsGvpRZus2s8dD1Jp6hN8lyvsM26Y0tMBTpS3ZVdXeX4j4ME8y5AHfRIlx3TabdtcN1Hx46dEm_WpwlGS5LO0FM5nnOzEkZMxr8yEy/w640-h512/IMG_0069.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Everyone tells Matt he should be Frozone for Halloween, so here he is, living the dream. This was my favorite of their dances so far, although I think he botched a spin at the beginning.</p><p>Bruno: “Mr. Frozone, it looks like you’re defrosting nicely. The quickstep is all about feet. I have to say: they are getting better.” Carrie Ann: “Listen, we’ve gotta still work on your technique. What I loved is, I smiled the whole time. Anyone who can do that in a unitard and still make me smile like that, God bless you, Matt James.” Len: “I admire your tenacity and your work ethic. Quickstep’s not an easy dance. Your technique wasn’t great. But it was fast and it was energetic. I enjoy watching you every week.” Derek: “First of all, I just love the commitment, going full out with the outfit. It was stressing me out a little bit, with the glasses, I was like: can he see? I don’t know, is he gonna fall over, OMG. It was really entertaining.”</p><p>JUDGES: 26 (Out of 40)</p><p><b>Emma and Jimmie, paso doble</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJkzDmHZiTz6kz1_4n_KwvE5f7bx4RBQEV557VnBhrGt1HPJREYcgxRF_it3DwmVca26ysGrpnNdkOVv6hWZRxeL-v788SpACfdJ3HnfIZSZCZwCufB6ZAoJAxjfnyBYNGmdSbHxu4Zr9EbaAU1MpMX0A12PaBUrIBL_TDYaWrOMGF2hANCzHS/s780/IMG_0073.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="463" data-original-width="780" height="380" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJkzDmHZiTz6kz1_4n_KwvE5f7bx4RBQEV557VnBhrGt1HPJREYcgxRF_it3DwmVca26ysGrpnNdkOVv6hWZRxeL-v788SpACfdJ3HnfIZSZCZwCufB6ZAoJAxjfnyBYNGmdSbHxu4Zr9EbaAU1MpMX0A12PaBUrIBL_TDYaWrOMGF2hANCzHS/w640-h380/IMG_0073.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p>They take a page from <i>Mulan</i>, and Jimmie dedicates it to his dad. They are dancing to “I’ll Make a Man Out of You,” which is kinda weird with Emma dancing it with him, but ok. Sometimes these dancers just don’t listen to the lyrics…</p><p>Carrie Ann: “That was incredible. There was dignity, there was passion. I loved how you did the Mickey Challenge. Everything about that dance was delicious. I loved it.” Len: “You got into the paso doble feeling for the dance. It was a little bit of walking about going on, which I wasn’t too keen on.” Derek: “Jimmie, what I’m so impressed with you about is your texture. Your texture and your movement. It looks just wonderful.” Bruno: “Great! I loved the menacing warrior. I loved the touches of martial art.”</p><p>JUDGES: 30 (Out of 40) </p><p><b>Alan and Amanda, rumba</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDmR4-IRNx2xfuZp97HAnrS6cmLKFi-T6csgM7ikGn1INmPm4cMGgVKJFOGHMqvxjUFNdIB_7DjGUlD0Mo8spAkZsW6ZTWwTXCwidZ2LpposyGLLJfSO3fAiOxudQrgaAxuqee3fXw_XommihJxLLyaY95orsBBDMbro2q-D3lVKsaw0XaCW2b/s1222/IMG_0076.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="815" data-original-width="1222" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDmR4-IRNx2xfuZp97HAnrS6cmLKFi-T6csgM7ikGn1INmPm4cMGgVKJFOGHMqvxjUFNdIB_7DjGUlD0Mo8spAkZsW6ZTWwTXCwidZ2LpposyGLLJfSO3fAiOxudQrgaAxuqee3fXw_XommihJxLLyaY95orsBBDMbro2q-D3lVKsaw0XaCW2b/w640-h426/IMG_0076.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Wow. Didn’t like these costumes at all. Guess they can’t all be winners. What is that scarf thing? Ugh. Well, in the movie, she was a gorilla, so I guess the costume could be anything.</p><p>They dance to “You’ll Be in My Heart” from <i>Tarzan</i>. They talk about how (in the movie) it’s a mother talking to her son. But they are dancing a rumba. Ick.</p><p>I didn’t like anything about this dance, and Alan’s bizarre hair was really distracting.</p><p>Len: “Well, in rumba, you need control, you need romance, you need chemistry. You need your hips to show us the rhythm of the dance. Your arms should show us the melody of the dance. All of that you got. I thought it was brilliant. It was so beautiful. I loved it.” Derek: “Hold on, hold on. I didn’t think you missed the Mickey Dance Challenge at all. It was like a contemporary break in the rumba. I disagree with you, Len. Here’s the thing I love: every fiber, every muscle in your body is working. You can really see the articulation in your feet, using the floor, into your feet, into your arms.” Bruno: “Both of you, thank you for the eye candy, btw. And your pants have shrunk. Let’s talk about the rumba: effortless, easy, natural. You really made it look easy.” Carrie Ann: “Amanda, real quick, I just wanna say, you seemed a bit cautious. But what I love is that you actually attempted proper rumba, and you didn’t hide behind anything. So I really appreciate that.” </p><p>JUDGES: 32 (Out of 40) *overscored*</p><p><b>Val and Olivia, samba</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKTuOMFM4Fj0oNTx7svPPLsBy35RuhSTEIaKgJOlTI9nNS8gnnpv4cqR7khcSQ9KaJvG-ZW-LvW0LEVqkYUOLOYv25SXyyXIdEusKeMaSPHlkxqCRgG1J3zJHuX8DU04gWAZNfRuUKLo2n8JSxrSPffLx4QApZbWvtXhEXItjh7pWdtjlnFDf1/s1222/IMG_0080.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="979" data-original-width="1222" height="512" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKTuOMFM4Fj0oNTx7svPPLsBy35RuhSTEIaKgJOlTI9nNS8gnnpv4cqR7khcSQ9KaJvG-ZW-LvW0LEVqkYUOLOYv25SXyyXIdEusKeMaSPHlkxqCRgG1J3zJHuX8DU04gWAZNfRuUKLo2n8JSxrSPffLx4QApZbWvtXhEXItjh7pWdtjlnFDf1/w640-h512/IMG_0080.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>These costumes are a little better. Although getting <i>The</i> <i>Lion</i> <i>King</i> from this is a bit of a stretch. They are dancing to “I Just Can’t Wait to Be King.”</p><p>It was a really fun dance. I love Val’s choreography so much, even when he has to incorporate that stupid Mickey Dance Challenge, and go back into samba. It was beautiful. And they did samba rolls.</p><p>Derek: “Wow. Olivia. I am not a cat person, and you do not look adorable in that makeup. Listen! That samba? You are like becoming one of my favorite performers on this show. There’s like an effortless fun to when you dance, every time you dance. It’s just so fun to watch you. The samba rolls, the stationary samba walks, the promenade runs, you had it all in there.” Bruno: “Look at you. The spirit of a wild cat, with the sprint of a cheetah, and yet, she maintained the lightness of a gazelle. You’re so versatile. You have such range. What more do you want? You’ve got it.” Carrie Ann: “I loved almost everything about that. What was the most impressive though, was dealing with the music change. Hard music change, and you’re not an experienced dancer. To be able to come back in like that, shows the trust. What I love most about this couple right here is the chemistry and trust that you guys have. It’s gonna take you so far.” Len: “Zippity do dah. Lots of zip, and no do dah anywhere.”</p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjI3hAOiuT5UKJmaaYQ-1AIzyMkorXfYz6xI_LB75EJi0XKx2mzO8UpnsobW2oEp_IBni9L9NAuz33SjE7u_rde3wccSUIranluaE1jVyi3dCuPq4DXd4mlybKUJZtxyKvDzvlhLunrHYvcWXwbo3e49KUQUDgpu1HjCEJV7EYiyDvXJMF4KROc/s1222/IMG_0079.jpeg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1222" data-original-width="817" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjI3hAOiuT5UKJmaaYQ-1AIzyMkorXfYz6xI_LB75EJi0XKx2mzO8UpnsobW2oEp_IBni9L9NAuz33SjE7u_rde3wccSUIranluaE1jVyi3dCuPq4DXd4mlybKUJZtxyKvDzvlhLunrHYvcWXwbo3e49KUQUDgpu1HjCEJV7EYiyDvXJMF4KROc/w428-h640/IMG_0079.jpeg" width="428" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Courtesy of Just Jared and ABC.</td></tr></tbody></table><p>JUDGES: 35 (Out of 40)</p><p><b>Witney and The Miz, quickstep</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizHnAnPKiJiv5Se7uxsYdpcqO1N-CkPodMbK7t_VeOBkAvtijOqXZeo-WWf1Es_clB7qI2CdnwWjzxq5lrlPbfIqpBG7IaqMifLLXVabOfUGU-2Uh0NPHWDiElkVwnSF6jppu2PqHTLPkRnSls1krsYnjT2s1CeuZSyRGETe4nyw72iLSciUoU/s1014/IMG_0083.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="570" data-original-width="1014" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizHnAnPKiJiv5Se7uxsYdpcqO1N-CkPodMbK7t_VeOBkAvtijOqXZeo-WWf1Es_clB7qI2CdnwWjzxq5lrlPbfIqpBG7IaqMifLLXVabOfUGU-2Uh0NPHWDiElkVwnSF6jppu2PqHTLPkRnSls1krsYnjT2s1CeuZSyRGETe4nyw72iLSciUoU/w640-h360/IMG_0083.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>They are dancing to “A Friend Like Me” from <i>Aladdin</i>. </p><p>Now these costumes rock. So beautiful. To say nothing of his makeup!</p><p>Bruno: “I really appreciate the fact that you really go for it. You work very hard. You give everything you have. And we love your performances.” Carrie Ann: “What I love most about this performance is that you’re really honing your energy in to match the specifics of each dance. That’s something that you struggled with from the beginning. You bring and you elevate the mood of the room every time that you step out in this ballroom dance floor. You are so much fun to watch.” Len: “You didn’t just take off and fly, as you quite often see. You danced it with control, which I thought was terrific. You’re really light on your feet for a great, big bruising guy. I thought you did a terrific job.” Derek: “You gotta hand it to you. You’re always full out, fully committed to whatever you’re doing, and we appreciate that. I think everyone appreciates that. I would say a little bit more body contact, but I’m afraid you’d get a little bit blue on Witney. So, let that slide.” </p><p>JUDGES: 31 (Out of 40)</p><p><b>Brandon and Kenya, contemporary</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXAzKRX_DFonvEBO8bB9glrlol11ulwExeKUp1_f6z7grqVHZmJOK9jiL1dsozp3a2p74CvQTmKRZCOkfy-A0UcVbFQWRxG6eD61sl3k1Flhr6uNkntnaDRKNSE4KdyZI3AMzNm8V3gAwMhXBWE8zzsNp6aNhXAY6s7TjCLQk0pCFylHDPKgrt/s275/IMG_0092.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="275" data-original-width="183" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXAzKRX_DFonvEBO8bB9glrlol11ulwExeKUp1_f6z7grqVHZmJOK9jiL1dsozp3a2p74CvQTmKRZCOkfy-A0UcVbFQWRxG6eD61sl3k1Flhr6uNkntnaDRKNSE4KdyZI3AMzNm8V3gAwMhXBWE8zzsNp6aNhXAY6s7TjCLQk0pCFylHDPKgrt/w426-h640/IMG_0092.jpeg" width="426" /></a></div><p>I gotta state my dislike for Contemporary right up front. They dance to “How Far I’ll Go” from <i>Moana</i>.</p><p>These costumes were amazing, and the lights made them even more magical. The dance was ok.</p><p>Carrie Ann: “I’m frustrated because Kenya, there was such a freedom in your expression tonight. This was like the most open and joyous and open-hearted I’ve seen you, which is tough coming back, after last week (they were in the Bottom Two). So I have so much respect for that. I thought it was beautiful.” Len: “It was beautiful, and I compliment you on the way that you performed that. I thought it was a first-class performance.” Derek: “I feel like you started off, and it felt a little timid at first. You just started smiling, and I got chills. You did the little hula moment. Oh, I loved that.” Bruno: “Kenya, my darling, don’t worry. I felt it all. I felt the motion of the water, the beautiful waves rolling, the Polynesian hula. It was just lovely. Until he hit the rock. Watch it next time.”</p><p>JUDGES: 29 (Out of 40)</p><p><b>Sharna and Brian, waltz</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVjHa0-1xgGVJpHiJIh3j4XBl5tfy_EkJbDB5pCvY8qY_qCq9tNXVZmFMJ1pCml-UwVza7y15ab-7Ngr__HrqufvDptQVTiy5vOTp_00fRF0a-btzWy9LfwCRtAmiPzHpozRh9i7Urur_USluGP91wYRbqnXgbsKVmnOoARIv1TYBSQl1ZkpA7/s750/IMG_0100.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="750" data-original-width="750" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVjHa0-1xgGVJpHiJIh3j4XBl5tfy_EkJbDB5pCvY8qY_qCq9tNXVZmFMJ1pCml-UwVza7y15ab-7Ngr__HrqufvDptQVTiy5vOTp_00fRF0a-btzWy9LfwCRtAmiPzHpozRh9i7Urur_USluGP91wYRbqnXgbsKVmnOoARIv1TYBSQl1ZkpA7/w640-h640/IMG_0100.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>He’s Prince Charming, and she’s Snow White. And they are waltzing away (*swoon*), and I’m here for it. Oh, how beautiful.</p><p>Len: “I don’t know about ‘Someday, My Prince Will Come,’ I never thought the waltz was gonna come. (Len hates frou-frou stuff at the beginning.) It was so much kissing and cuddling and messing about, then you did a little bit of waltz. Then, there was too much wafting going on. I would’ve liked to have seen a much more traditional waltz…”</p><p>Val’s reaction to Len’s comment: </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcfxrUuMS6lJUjXqKpJoc2uJuzjxZ7DtzVjqdoLhFP2wusv33rY5vbCYol_xB9YK__Kag80Bgp-N0MHGMO0lyOqCp8SKDfDN3QFBWm5I6MiHOsvdp4k2tduPS0_pucPFsR4o2QzpRpSRpFPc5awBM7BXcYaY9UJPpdcwLrGDTpQ5v6Uaxrd4gl/s3904/IMG_6755.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2259" data-original-width="3904" height="185" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcfxrUuMS6lJUjXqKpJoc2uJuzjxZ7DtzVjqdoLhFP2wusv33rY5vbCYol_xB9YK__Kag80Bgp-N0MHGMO0lyOqCp8SKDfDN3QFBWm5I6MiHOsvdp4k2tduPS0_pucPFsR4o2QzpRpSRpFPc5awBM7BXcYaY9UJPpdcwLrGDTpQ5v6Uaxrd4gl/s320/IMG_6755.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyk0UudgsByEi8674a1YsZe0i1vLxUI4r41RVADJe5iXP7vGc5lq37UV0qdo3CJsRP0RdUGfJd9uKoDBQoh5mRrNkC061g3f9Td_kp7LbSF6cB7EDB0KTFQ7WxZnh74KLPWNebhXNk4qSdMkXAFqnbEwECYz6IYk1FqBaOg7zbIKwvhqSwZHx3/s3762/IMG_6756.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2225" data-original-width="3762" height="189" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyk0UudgsByEi8674a1YsZe0i1vLxUI4r41RVADJe5iXP7vGc5lq37UV0qdo3CJsRP0RdUGfJd9uKoDBQoh5mRrNkC061g3f9Td_kp7LbSF6cB7EDB0KTFQ7WxZnh74KLPWNebhXNk4qSdMkXAFqnbEwECYz6IYk1FqBaOg7zbIKwvhqSwZHx3/s320/IMG_6756.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><p>“…But that would please me.” Derek: “Not at all. I think the opening image (when the Prince leans down to kiss Snow White on her bier) was as pretty as a picture. It was a screen shot taken right out of the film, so magical, beautiful, and when you are in frame, your frame is fantastic, brother. That was beautiful.” Bruno: “Darling, don’t worry. It looks like you’ve got your prince under control. I’m getting all the sweetness and niceness, but sometimes too much sweetness gives you a toothache. You need more traction, more action, more involvement. Give it light and shade. You know, you’re an actor. Portray all those qualities. I know you love each other. I love it, and I love you two. Come on, more sweeping vibe, more power.” Carrie Ann: “There was a little lift. Just a little. I gotta do it. I have to be fair to everybody. It’s part of the rule. We’re not supposed to lift in waltz.”</p><p>JUDGES: 25 (Out of 40)</p><p><b>Sasha and Suni, salsa</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRXsG7IoOef21dXjf9wgCnIjKGgeD4Vg_UgjsGbK2P4wlXj71watyYLE5FV5XDXYYK6pWq_fxJAgisWwBir5CkglKFMxxim_dBdT0gbLfglz1RthSfZkJSa9bYeypgDGARYJhPZkE5RKEFYvitt12_QdWdJpuwePQhAmimjnI1V1dlsYwY0mF-/s3000/IMG_0105.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2400" data-original-width="3000" height="512" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRXsG7IoOef21dXjf9wgCnIjKGgeD4Vg_UgjsGbK2P4wlXj71watyYLE5FV5XDXYYK6pWq_fxJAgisWwBir5CkglKFMxxim_dBdT0gbLfglz1RthSfZkJSa9bYeypgDGARYJhPZkE5RKEFYvitt12_QdWdJpuwePQhAmimjnI1V1dlsYwY0mF-/w640-h512/IMG_0105.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>They are dancing to “Columbia Mi Encanto” from the movie <i>Encanto</i>. (And why didn’t anyone give them popcorn? Come on now, Disney!)</p><p>She does so many flips! Guess that’s what you do when you have a gymnast as a partner. Wow. Wonderful salsa, I loved it.</p><p>Derek: “I’m still digging it. I love seeing you open up more and more each week. I had so much fun. That was so great. So much fun.” Bruno: “It was a fiesta of a salsa. You’re getting freer, and able to express more every week. A delicious salsa.” Carrie Ann: “What I love is every single move you do, you could take a snapshot. It looks perfect. Everything’s so perfect about the way you move.” Len: “That was the most expressive that I have seen you. You really came out of your shell.”</p><p>JUDGES: 33 (Out of 40)</p><p><b>Artem and Melora, quickstep</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOFQIgTkKu0o_2d9N6KOrhrBvegw9dr1k5SgHU_4y-FqKyT1wghaYxggC2liqCKQubP23_sUrMwwtrcYWMF-j1F7uXNC3Dfm_vZpeSIOpon6uoMD7QEHzSYyj9XLtQ6X3kSpPsSK2H6s5zPrC3CzcyW_fvhfKsjWzqFALEi8M8_5ugYPmJN2Wa/s700/IMG_0116.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="525" data-original-width="700" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOFQIgTkKu0o_2d9N6KOrhrBvegw9dr1k5SgHU_4y-FqKyT1wghaYxggC2liqCKQubP23_sUrMwwtrcYWMF-j1F7uXNC3Dfm_vZpeSIOpon6uoMD7QEHzSYyj9XLtQ6X3kSpPsSK2H6s5zPrC3CzcyW_fvhfKsjWzqFALEi8M8_5ugYPmJN2Wa/w640-h480/IMG_0116.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>They are dancing a quickstep to “I Wanna Be Like You,” from <i>The</i> <i>Jungle</i> <i>Book</i>. Melora is playing Balou. She says it’s one of her husband and kids’ favorite movies. <br /><p>I love her costume so much. I don’t know if she looks like a bear, but she looks fabulous. I mean, come on! Look at that fringe flying.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWLyDhCq20ax8e3dmciUF6An0poqZFIpQo4pCkgJwBYgvmOZh0SjXsCKtAG6be7YIF9V-DWCVuZM6ReSuHMq5cRKFkcSYDI-F9iMLvequdNMhSjjHdc4rcWiwCzx6vBA25X0tA7ABl8rCYxqkxX2Qm9QfpEnVzJ_syVM2NkiDmsDT0A64eyPDt/s3667/IMG_6761.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2090" data-original-width="3667" height="364" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWLyDhCq20ax8e3dmciUF6An0poqZFIpQo4pCkgJwBYgvmOZh0SjXsCKtAG6be7YIF9V-DWCVuZM6ReSuHMq5cRKFkcSYDI-F9iMLvequdNMhSjjHdc4rcWiwCzx6vBA25X0tA7ABl8rCYxqkxX2Qm9QfpEnVzJ_syVM2NkiDmsDT0A64eyPDt/w640-h364/IMG_6761.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Bruno: “The Queen of the Jungle is in delightfully good form tonight. She’s becoming the Queen of the Ballroom. The best quickstep I’ve seen so far this season. You managed to put a lot of comedic slapstick Charleston, but the actual content was brilliant.” Carrie Ann: “You bring all these textures and styles, and then you always bring something that’s sort of unexpected. We’ve been watching dance for a long time. You bring something unexpected to every dance floor. That’s what makes you special.” Len: “That was, by far, your best dance. It was great. Your technique in hold was great. You had personality. Never doubt yourself. You are a dancer.” Derek: “When you did this part (he recreates it), for me, that was the best dance of the night.”</p><p>JUDGES: 36 (Out of 40)</p><p><b>Cheryl and Cody, jive</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjadMFzYdJq-vKKU0AJEZhPUOLZSFi4lBZRw_BB9a2kRW693biYkQdwPNk_bB-9mIdawA0712HVmpUY_hLsgZgMr3g2P5B_lR0sOwCJFp380TG8U7d5z-JwATtnrofXzqRzrGehdbfA4BFl2H64Zq9FxsikVpBRNxeGS6vSKs4HTyih8X3iJxA-/s736/IMG_0119.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="489" data-original-width="736" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjadMFzYdJq-vKKU0AJEZhPUOLZSFi4lBZRw_BB9a2kRW693biYkQdwPNk_bB-9mIdawA0712HVmpUY_hLsgZgMr3g2P5B_lR0sOwCJFp380TG8U7d5z-JwATtnrofXzqRzrGehdbfA4BFl2H64Zq9FxsikVpBRNxeGS6vSKs4HTyih8X3iJxA-/w640-h426/IMG_0119.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p>They are dancing a jive to “Standout” from <i>A</i> <i>Goofy</i> <i>Movie</i>. Cody is definitely a big Disney fan.</p><p>Fun dance. It’s so good to have them both back in the ballroom, after their Covid travails.</p><p>Carrie Ann: “All right! Cody and Cheryl, welcome back to the ballroom! It’s so good to have you guys back. That was a great performance, I loved all your energy. But you’ve just gotta finish your moves.” Len: “Well, I don’t like to be a party pooper, but it was too much side by side. There wasn’t enough of what I would consider as a jive in there. There was a few hints of it. If I’m gonna be honest, I was a wee bit disappointed. Cause you’re a really fit guy, and the jive should be right up your street.” Derek: “Great energy. You’re such a great performer, especially in that opening moment. Incredible. I agree with Len a little bit, especially when it got into the partner work. Little bit more kicks, little bit more flicks. Overall, great job.” Bruno: “Your power surge nearly blew my fuses. He is right. Jive: kicks and flicks. But I understand you haven’t been able to work close together. Next week, you’ll sort it. Great performance.” </p><p>JUDGES: 27 (Out of 40)</p><p><b>Daniella and Iman, foxtrot</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifb0FpTCP3uZ_UiwDwZYPElTsyvdHpCnUL6rfvFvkf9CjtFTFVt0oCIcfbbmPEpxnX02NyOyGLFRArRFEXa-lGtb_mlirmNYnW6m8K05KwGsyUikzJpzU16Bf-TYPPJP7ajT_ArsmIFZboy3Now7CUalGUqWrteEUFdWJoaulWNeqW0Codv5mq/s300/IMG_0125.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="168" data-original-width="300" height="358" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifb0FpTCP3uZ_UiwDwZYPElTsyvdHpCnUL6rfvFvkf9CjtFTFVt0oCIcfbbmPEpxnX02NyOyGLFRArRFEXa-lGtb_mlirmNYnW6m8K05KwGsyUikzJpzU16Bf-TYPPJP7ajT_ArsmIFZboy3Now7CUalGUqWrteEUFdWJoaulWNeqW0Codv5mq/w640-h358/IMG_0125.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p>Can we just take a moment for this incredible set? Wow. So beautiful.</p><p>They are dancing to “Let It Go” from <i>Frozen</i>, as you can imagine.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgl-IuaFozuUoa62zJ23rUUqPyCaExS1JZNguwn2VdMPIO07fHPwj0uJRrjycvysh9EsTi_oOofaW8xPqAFZLSbIDS8kVkI_LbvCxC6RweerPpBXOZkHV4hmN9vpjBtgD6UuP2rg276QdP1vDF7I8FK0UK5GvnVvnksC8K46sf_SGdnG_JdRKMQ/s1200/IMG_0124.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="1200" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgl-IuaFozuUoa62zJ23rUUqPyCaExS1JZNguwn2VdMPIO07fHPwj0uJRrjycvysh9EsTi_oOofaW8xPqAFZLSbIDS8kVkI_LbvCxC6RweerPpBXOZkHV4hmN9vpjBtgD6UuP2rg276QdP1vDF7I8FK0UK5GvnVvnksC8K46sf_SGdnG_JdRKMQ/w640-h426/IMG_0124.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Wow. He is more than a full head taller than she is. Interesting choice. When she sings, “Let it go,” they get into hold. LOL Other than that, a beautiful foxtrot.</p><p>Len: “Well, it’s obvious you’re great at delivering (he talked in the package about delivering his two children), and you delivered a really elegant foxtrot. Listen, it’s wonderful to see a great big guy trying to show romance, trying to show movement. I thought you did a really good job.” Derek: “What I love about you is you can see your improvement. Your frame was beautiful, the way you glide across the floor, it was fantastic. So smooth.” Bruno: “Tonight I got the feeling that I really wanted from you. When you embrace your bigness and you extend your arms, at times you look like an eagle taking flight. You know this feeling of command in the room, and stretching and reaching all the way around. I could see it tonight. Tap into that feeling, because you’ve got it.” Carrie Ann: “I absolutely agree with you, Bruno, for sure. You know what’s so amazing? Tonight is Disney Hero Night. And we’ve seen heroes, and we’ve been inspired all night, but you’re a hero in real life, by getting out here and dedicating this dance. You could see and feel the love in every movement. And that’s what makes you stand out to me with our dancers.” </p><p>JUDGES: 30 (Out of 40)</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpQZrLk0sMExFMAd2nPGIHaiv_XFRo6WmCFt4NnKb61VwGjsFSYaXFYOloP_rRwcCE8HL0Wo8SSLCTTRBy-eaWyDX4R-T3ClkyTEZay0lKEEr1yti52oJox2ObTxdIR_OMDXwHVdMmvBTf-D1zW18VzOheKr1RcZBF-PHqpg4ZpskHBiOWAibi/s3711/IMG_6765.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2161" data-original-width="3711" height="372" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpQZrLk0sMExFMAd2nPGIHaiv_XFRo6WmCFt4NnKb61VwGjsFSYaXFYOloP_rRwcCE8HL0Wo8SSLCTTRBy-eaWyDX4R-T3ClkyTEZay0lKEEr1yti52oJox2ObTxdIR_OMDXwHVdMmvBTf-D1zW18VzOheKr1RcZBF-PHqpg4ZpskHBiOWAibi/w640-h372/IMG_6765.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKp3RKP2-pyxV4vQHFtYuG2pQb2F4b7o5Cza0GIeT6AIcmjMzqzh67fDluR8oSd7DAPoks6oGJQJQ7foqOUx5IwRarvH2YvuTpjgTSoi4TsQcKfazwIVBVI8mUB1Lpxbaah291aOV7cL4Pvpjb_n5DxwVl7FGnnm1KHb6YKcHtyv-Xlv7Dbm-P/s3549/IMG_6766.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2056" data-original-width="3549" height="370" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKp3RKP2-pyxV4vQHFtYuG2pQb2F4b7o5Cza0GIeT6AIcmjMzqzh67fDluR8oSd7DAPoks6oGJQJQ7foqOUx5IwRarvH2YvuTpjgTSoi4TsQcKfazwIVBVI8mUB1Lpxbaah291aOV7cL4Pvpjb_n5DxwVl7FGnnm1KHb6YKcHtyv-Xlv7Dbm-P/w640-h370/IMG_6766.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Who gets the two bonus points for the Mickey Dance Challenge? Emma and Jimmie.</p><p>Who goes home? No one, it’s Disney Heroes Night!</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiP5cjZS4fjIjbO5Go0_kh_733uv4-_5kWdlJ9JCsrROs-a39NHAqoA6Vj1y3grIZ9ciRKED7u1Z4REFsrWYleXm_Wi4itSXPMxJfALxsHP6P4SEh6kHSjR0xScGt2-HzYD5-jqBoLuX_MEjY-1fP1sPfMRUbmLjt2tOOskkGDvnRyWVT7Fdufi/s251/IMG_0106.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="251" data-original-width="201" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiP5cjZS4fjIjbO5Go0_kh_733uv4-_5kWdlJ9JCsrROs-a39NHAqoA6Vj1y3grIZ9ciRKED7u1Z4REFsrWYleXm_Wi4itSXPMxJfALxsHP6P4SEh6kHSjR0xScGt2-HzYD5-jqBoLuX_MEjY-1fP1sPfMRUbmLjt2tOOskkGDvnRyWVT7Fdufi/w320-h400/IMG_0106.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><p><b>Miche’s Favorites of Heroes Night</b></p><p>1. Sasha and Suni, salsa</p><p>2. Val and Olivia, samba</p><p>3. Daniella and Iman, foxtrot</p><p>4. Jenna and JoJo, Viennese waltz</p><p>5. Artem and Melora, quickstep</p><p>6. Cheryl and Cody, jive</p><p>7. Gleb and Melanie C., jazz</p><p>8. Sharna and Brian, waltz</p><p>9. Emma and Jimmie, paso doble</p><p>10. Lindsay and Matt, quickstep</p><p><br /></p><p><b>Can Go Home Any Day Now</b></p><p>1. The Miz</p><p>2. Amanda</p><p>3. Kenya</p><p>************************************</p>MicheBelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12153402057422544392noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3779897.post-68585966292990076702023-10-16T17:32:00.000-07:002023-10-16T17:32:28.845-07:00Season 30, Week Three: It’s Britney Night and Covid Hits One More Time<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibJSHX4qNiT9s4cVBh48xt-_TxtFJQ3z9dXKYQEY-IYEn9FPMMCAgHeASI6KMP8HzRhLvkDMvhguceLByoq6ukUAtOyRppzqdcSelIhZYmWso_aep4RM3R6EC98YeGdCGuCzSKYXJJ1wDEFlRHAqecNKuKeFpASkA6FnUglyFwpbUnsrdmKnqx/s3971/IMG_6246.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2346" data-original-width="3971" height="378" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibJSHX4qNiT9s4cVBh48xt-_TxtFJQ3z9dXKYQEY-IYEn9FPMMCAgHeASI6KMP8HzRhLvkDMvhguceLByoq6ukUAtOyRppzqdcSelIhZYmWso_aep4RM3R6EC98YeGdCGuCzSKYXJJ1wDEFlRHAqecNKuKeFpASkA6FnUglyFwpbUnsrdmKnqx/w640-h378/IMG_6246.jpeg" width="640" /></a><br /><div><br /></div><div>Last week, as you may remember, Cheryl got Covid, and they did their dance from rehearsal tape. This week, her partner Cody got Covid, so they are again dancing remotely. Also, judge Derek Hough is sitting this one out, “in an abundance of caution.”</div><div><br /></div><div><b>Alan and Amanda, cha cha</b></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEievEaG8ot13NUFemhsh2b9_s3V-KQZIwowEKhMnvd5i9tIRlgFz2w4bGxw2jRgR9aaAQpbKA3KizizCFcBXkVrWGDwucD715wASHMs-hzC6IuD2pmB21RaR7z7QxTuaD1OavwaEYz1jfTut-i0c4m5dgt0o3UMpydhF6pKFBzJLKpP_taMP01y/s660/IMG_0575.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="528" data-original-width="660" height="512" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEievEaG8ot13NUFemhsh2b9_s3V-KQZIwowEKhMnvd5i9tIRlgFz2w4bGxw2jRgR9aaAQpbKA3KizizCFcBXkVrWGDwucD715wASHMs-hzC6IuD2pmB21RaR7z7QxTuaD1OavwaEYz1jfTut-i0c4m5dgt0o3UMpydhF6pKFBzJLKpP_taMP01y/w640-h512/IMG_0575.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div>They dance to something called “Circus” that I’ve never heard of. She does have great legs, and uses them to do amazing splits.</div><div><br /></div><div>Len: “I was intrigued to find out how you would cope with Latin American dances, because you’ve done ballroom dancing up until now. And I must say, you coped very well. There’s a few dances on this show that I almost know what I’m going to get. There’s nothing spontaneous. And with you, it’s always clean, it’s clear, but it doesn’t really excite me. I wanna get excited.” Bruno: “What a show! What a cha cha cha! First Latin, and you have a hit. You ooze star quality. Those legs, I’m telling you, they are a weapon to be reckoned with.” Carrie Ann: “You are stunning. Normally we don’t use that word for a cha cha, but you are stunning. What I loved about it most was that it was clean, it was sharp, it was elegant. You obviously worked on your technique. But what is lacking, I think, is your posture.”</div><div><br /></div><div>JUDGES: 24 (Out of 30)</div><div><br /></div><div><b>Daniella and Iman, tango</b></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyZr5kAZ-zWPlXwXQScccpP6nbJcdCAHC6SfXIWVsJLcW-V_dk6qKrsSOZuNG5qrnetKCCl8DYiSm7seh2lQtMvhbBk04GgO0mOMfyadRyEkLNmN4h34NXwEgAIOnaq5ARPMvbi34v9cXqDHNeqJAnGOAsEg_ugHC8uofWwykvUoPbbipVqSoR/s600/IMG_0577.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="400" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyZr5kAZ-zWPlXwXQScccpP6nbJcdCAHC6SfXIWVsJLcW-V_dk6qKrsSOZuNG5qrnetKCCl8DYiSm7seh2lQtMvhbBk04GgO0mOMfyadRyEkLNmN4h34NXwEgAIOnaq5ARPMvbi34v9cXqDHNeqJAnGOAsEg_ugHC8uofWwykvUoPbbipVqSoR/w426-h640/IMG_0577.jpeg" width="426" /></a></div><br /><div>Nice choreeography, as usual, by Daniella. They tango to “Piece of Me.” The height thing, man, whoa! But they work around it nicely.</div><div><br /></div><div>Bruno: “That was a nice, solid piece of tango. I really appreciate the fact that you are really concentrating on getting the right move. You even tried heel leads. You were in control. You tried to keep your frame. You have to try now to make it a little bit smoother. Drive it through smoothly.” Carrie Ann: “Iman, I did not expect that today. No offense. You know I’m a fan. The way you toned down your steps to match Daniella is so impressive. It’s so hard to do. Your height difference is unbelievable. No one would ever put you guys together in the real world of ballroom dance.” Len: “Unlike Amanda, I’m never sure what’s gonna turn up. Sometimes I think WOW, sometimes not so much. I could see you were trying to work your feet, but they weren’t always fantastic. Let me say: your feet are a long way from your heart, and you always come out and give it your all.”</div><div><br /></div><div>JUDGES: 19 (Out of 30)</div><div><br /></div><div><b>Pasha and Christine, paso doble</b></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEHd_-k1T3QRS4tJnA6uf13B2mz_W2w_uyVibfDDrwT8HKqoyQYxUuc4yvFeWEG7fGUONtAhXmvBs8chKQlNOroFkTiyTkUSRTNfLCHmFjgpYogOtCGph8eLkJx6PRcdOzRh7fJX5QNE_H_KRqd8SF7gLj4qMuZEXKi8f-cvPAYGrTUhYVo_bo/s634/IMG_0582.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="423" data-original-width="634" height="428" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEHd_-k1T3QRS4tJnA6uf13B2mz_W2w_uyVibfDDrwT8HKqoyQYxUuc4yvFeWEG7fGUONtAhXmvBs8chKQlNOroFkTiyTkUSRTNfLCHmFjgpYogOtCGph8eLkJx6PRcdOzRh7fJX5QNE_H_KRqd8SF7gLj4qMuZEXKi8f-cvPAYGrTUhYVo_bo/w640-h428/IMG_0582.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div>Pasha and Christine dance to “Stronger.” I really enjoyed this paso. And the costumes!</div><div><br /></div><div>Carrie Ann: “Christine, yay! I’m so glad we saved you to see you have this moment. You were fighting for that moment. You were fighting for every step. Your shaping is beautiful. You have such flexibility. You have control. You have everything that it takes to win this competition, and tonight you showed us that you are on your way, girl.” Len: “I was so shocked that you were in the Bottom Two last week. I could not understand it. I’m so glad you’ve come back, because you’ve danced a really clean, crisp, plenty of energy paso doble. It was terrific.” Bruno: “I love it, Christine, when you’re tough. You were in charge of the paso doble. Go for it, honey.”</div><div><br /></div><div>JUDGES: 21 (Out of 30)</div><div><br /></div><div><b>Jenna and JoJo, Argentine tango</b></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiaSL5YNGrF7WS8K57Ye_t_Gmpey4HCHz04A6IVFZUSecxjeR9r3WFQvYEschmAQ4-s-vEnOEzRe_M-F1URpNz_MfmVh_SLNfwJHxdAH9eJckQ6_UGJQekR4KMIsU7pzystJpnOSAid3-tVVyz2BpB4eAl5u-O26VJOkA-JNW1SCYy1yAU1HfBB/s792/IMG_0587.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="634" data-original-width="792" height="512" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiaSL5YNGrF7WS8K57Ye_t_Gmpey4HCHz04A6IVFZUSecxjeR9r3WFQvYEschmAQ4-s-vEnOEzRe_M-F1URpNz_MfmVh_SLNfwJHxdAH9eJckQ6_UGJQekR4KMIsU7pzystJpnOSAid3-tVVyz2BpB4eAl5u-O26VJOkA-JNW1SCYy1yAU1HfBB/w640-h512/IMG_0587.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div>Wow! This dance to “Hit Me One More Time” was amazing. They are incredible together.</div><div><br /></div><div>Len: “It was an extremely well-crafted routine. I liked the lifts, because they were part of the flow of the dance. It had a little bit too much staccato. It looked like a ballroom tango in places. It didn’t have that sort of oozing as that you see in the Argentine tango. Having said that, you can’t make a bad performance. You’re always right on point.” Bruno: “JoJo, you know how to hit it. She goes straight for the bullseye every time. The way she pitches the performance is always the right side of sexy. So titillating. She works the camera like no others.” Carrie Ann: “What I love about you is you’re like liquid sunshine. When you dance, there’s something very powerful about you that’s also so approachable. The most impressive thing that I watched is when you lead. You lead with clarity and intention. It’s so easy to watch. The guys should be watching that too.”</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgk82-SDZsIIHrjVAY3VjtRMlDHh7dJhH6ziLmaVNX2_OUbOxJuUwCpm_i_PbkWFQ5AUxKnYTjrodlTZj-B1uzQtzkXCwpkRJS7TXNYqdB3lNOpsLQ8H8d6sQ-s899g9BzJ8CTfK9UBvp33WT0rZVz6aBvKOHuM3ZV8EjESIgd-R-ik2LoPS11G/s700/IMG_0584.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="525" data-original-width="700" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgk82-SDZsIIHrjVAY3VjtRMlDHh7dJhH6ziLmaVNX2_OUbOxJuUwCpm_i_PbkWFQ5AUxKnYTjrodlTZj-B1uzQtzkXCwpkRJS7TXNYqdB3lNOpsLQ8H8d6sQ-s899g9BzJ8CTfK9UBvp33WT0rZVz6aBvKOHuM3ZV8EjESIgd-R-ik2LoPS11G/w640-h480/IMG_0584.png" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div>JUDGES: 24 (Out of 30)</div><div><br /></div><div><b>Brandon and Kennya, tango</b></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiA_62lF3c3MtDA3wA7jZlsdxyqzlt8RF6Gre87Q7L7f8M9jXB5-xLOqGDMBwYXXju1Q4KySLK2N2es42yOu_5N1xOigawJat6zt8hCCBVlenAqk-DaUhlqalSYrLKNxkGGrzp6JusUcslYoFriDqlbc0Fgys2ZGGFBfq5fr_Lg6ahyphenhyphenXm0b9hsL/s650/IMG_0591.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="650" data-original-width="650" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiA_62lF3c3MtDA3wA7jZlsdxyqzlt8RF6Gre87Q7L7f8M9jXB5-xLOqGDMBwYXXju1Q4KySLK2N2es42yOu_5N1xOigawJat6zt8hCCBVlenAqk-DaUhlqalSYrLKNxkGGrzp6JusUcslYoFriDqlbc0Fgys2ZGGFBfq5fr_Lg6ahyphenhyphenXm0b9hsL/w640-h640/IMG_0591.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div>Her dress was gorgeous, but what’s up with that jacket of his? Bizarre. They dance to “Womanizer.” I liked this tango a lot.</div><div><br /></div><div>Bruno: “My love, you’re back on track! What a good tango that was! It was gliding across the floor beautifully. I never felt like you were pushed by Brandon. You were right up with him. Such poise. Such elegance. That was so chic. I loved it.” Carrie Ann: “It was so chic. It was beautiful. You are so giving supermodel vibes tonight. You’re just so refined and elegant and so strong in your center. That was amazing.” Len: “Your hold was a little bit loose at times. You did lack a little bit of body contact. However, you captured the flavor of the dance, and you moved well around the floor.”</div><div><br /></div><div>JUDGES: 21 (Out of 30)</div><div><br /></div><div><b>Sharna and Brian, tango</b></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9E6csYtPRU9VeR5ItxgNBQXnmEMm-r08-ubdX82zNJT72wYrOwNNSSlZYyrkzgwpeGjAS3Arma5M4-TG7KwGdE5Urz0BwewTaM2f5CGTUc2pegDYkQIAXWnqeRm80uds4byK_cLK_GXhrWHUb8NaW4cw02K8st0BQPiWCoyIzTPDTg_fy2sIM/s1222/IMG_0595.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1222" data-original-width="979" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9E6csYtPRU9VeR5ItxgNBQXnmEMm-r08-ubdX82zNJT72wYrOwNNSSlZYyrkzgwpeGjAS3Arma5M4-TG7KwGdE5Urz0BwewTaM2f5CGTUc2pegDYkQIAXWnqeRm80uds4byK_cLK_GXhrWHUb8NaW4cw02K8st0BQPiWCoyIzTPDTg_fy2sIM/w512-h640/IMG_0595.jpeg" width="512" /></a></div><br /><div>In their package, he explains to her the extent of the fame of his show, “Beverly Hills 90210.” “Oh, that’s how famous you were,” she intones. LOL Yeah, he was damn famous. Even more famous than she is now. Pretty funny.</div><div><br /></div><div>I loved this tango. One of the few where you can really feel the passion between the two dancers. The costumes are fire, too.</div><div><br /></div><div>Carrie Ann: “Whoa, fire. You have finally arrived in the ballroom, my friend. Now you’re serious. That was serious dancing. I’m very appreciative of the hold and the body contact. It was amazing. I’m so proud of you. Fantastic.” Len: “Your frame was overall good. It was nice. Your body contact was there. Your footwork was pretty poor, actually. But I must say, it was a spirited effort.” Bruno: “He’s right. The footwork. You really have to work on that. You can have all the right intentions, but we are getting toward the middle of the season. You really have to perfect that.”</div><div><br /></div><div>JUDGES: 19 (Out of 30)</div><div><br /></div><div><b>Artem and Melora, cha cha</b></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhY4PIVS5xxFN_aFOBEcJqu_uHrKcInMcaxlFyw27q8wac3_2CmEQfUmQxAOaqRf2ZmctWAraYlTgptt_T9XJy74eojnkGAoe32LFBsWBxnMVP4_ieltWxR2KMj47bVPkTE6Z1jvD48hLvJ20sBOm5whAZRP1AddS22NbFrsUovj0cwPBNlUGVV/s600/IMG_0001.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="450" data-original-width="600" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhY4PIVS5xxFN_aFOBEcJqu_uHrKcInMcaxlFyw27q8wac3_2CmEQfUmQxAOaqRf2ZmctWAraYlTgptt_T9XJy74eojnkGAoe32LFBsWBxnMVP4_ieltWxR2KMj47bVPkTE6Z1jvD48hLvJ20sBOm5whAZRP1AddS22NbFrsUovj0cwPBNlUGVV/w640-h480/IMG_0001.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div>Melora and Artem dance to Britney’s “Crazy,” and it looks like he was driving her crazy in rehearsal. But she’s a trouper. And she’s here to show you that Amanda isn’t the only one with great legs! Love her costume and her hair.</div><div><br /></div><div>Len: “That’s the Artem I know and love that gives me a full-on cha cha cha. And that had so much more hip action. It was a great performance.” Bruno: “Wow! Melora, what’s going on? Nothing will contain my excitement. It’s like a veil has been lifted. And I’m actually seeing you in full focus for the first time. You got it, honey.” Carrie Ann: “Melora, at this stage of the game, everybody is starting to stand out for different reasons. What’s so special about you is you make this look easy and natural, when you know it’s nothing but. Somehow you’re able to add light and shade, and you’re not so stiff and tense. That is spectacular.”</div><div><br /></div><div>JUDGES: 23 (Out of 30)</div><div><br /></div><div><b>Gleb and Melanie C., tango</b></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiT06VJwuGXWCZNdgn5wO00zf8e3ltuvjSfV16VlmF4us4eRyy1S-YhmFTWDWLPj5DdTFeQx-_69y-4r0tVEz8s1nEIbZXZuS3MmV5k191JxDqNkhvaK6BQMtar4gR70vi9zg2oxcGl2CyX2NGE79rlCL4Dn41vrwC3_L0DF0pVEQaUhD47gUxU/s700/IMG_0009.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="560" data-original-width="700" height="512" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiT06VJwuGXWCZNdgn5wO00zf8e3ltuvjSfV16VlmF4us4eRyy1S-YhmFTWDWLPj5DdTFeQx-_69y-4r0tVEz8s1nEIbZXZuS3MmV5k191JxDqNkhvaK6BQMtar4gR70vi9zg2oxcGl2CyX2NGE79rlCL4Dn41vrwC3_L0DF0pVEQaUhD47gUxU/w640-h512/IMG_0009.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div>So she’s the flight attendant and he’s the friendly skies? LOL</div><div><br /></div><div>They dance to Britney’s “Toxic.” Have I mentioned that this season they have all the stars and pros on the sidelines, with drinks and stuff, in little tables? I think they also have their friends and families in a special VIP area with drinks. </div><div><br /></div><div>Bruno: “Very impressive cockpit. You were flying high on that tango. And the service? Come on. First-class all the way.” Carrie Ann: “It was so filled with content. That was a hard piece of choreography to learn, and I’m so impressed. Your legs are great, your lines are great.” Len: “Well, it was a bit stop-start. At the end I liked it much more. It took awhile to get cracking. Once you got into the dance, you get into hold, you do a little bit, then you break hold. So it had a jerkiness. Once you got near the end, it was really good. But the bottom line: you are a terrific dancer.”</div><div><br /></div><div>JUDGES: 22 (Out of 30)</div><div><br /></div><div><b>Emma and Jimmie, salsa</b></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBLsqwr9WP0ezx16t17GfzftdC9PCzeV-yYIq2r0YRiLiKs21HdBYk4PX1sVRzviN4CwpLn7YoeUrl4Za1eEN53GW0IE-JI2exGeRrvcWLX4YvYNKNHisPpi_Cg92w6HPDmGbi574t_J7drhpfSWs3z25ZLKXKf3AeNjDwRCEMd051bbd-J1Lq/s763/IMG_0013.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="611" data-original-width="763" height="512" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBLsqwr9WP0ezx16t17GfzftdC9PCzeV-yYIq2r0YRiLiKs21HdBYk4PX1sVRzviN4CwpLn7YoeUrl4Za1eEN53GW0IE-JI2exGeRrvcWLX4YvYNKNHisPpi_Cg92w6HPDmGbi574t_J7drhpfSWs3z25ZLKXKf3AeNjDwRCEMd051bbd-J1Lq/w640-h512/IMG_0013.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div>They dance to “Outrageous.” Emma’s choreography is pretty amazing. Lots of lifts, beautifully done.</div><div><br /></div><div>Carrie Ann: “Well Jimmie, first of all, real men do cry. So don’t worry about that. It just shows you’re sensitive. As far as the dance goes, the lifts were super rough. The last one, you nailed.” Len: “Well, I liked the nice easy action of it. It had rhythm all the time. Sometimes your steps were a little bit big. The last lift I didn’t think was in character with the dance, the other ones were a little bit dodgy.” Bruno: “They must’ve been watching another show. Don’t you worry. Because I saw when you let loose, it all flows beautifully. The rhythm, the hips, it was going brilliantly. So listen to reason. And listen to me, that was good.”</div><div><br /></div><div>JUDGES: 20 (Out of 30)</div><div><br /></div><div><b>Val and Olivia, tango</b></div><div><br /></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQIK7oWXsXg9_B9fwutuHy9U98A2Q7PC5f_hBkmskBj5XjKWIpH2wOOwIOJ7bPMaujKzpQN9VdQ3TF9LIccRQb4hOeTZHG84Czgejp1pE4iUjKwk4asj74xtP40LOHwd8Xs0PGzrqGtA71sSM2lT2N_3bpRdUEp5HoW8vuvXHK3Ego2xVGF-95/s700/IMG_0020.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="525" data-original-width="700" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQIK7oWXsXg9_B9fwutuHy9U98A2Q7PC5f_hBkmskBj5XjKWIpH2wOOwIOJ7bPMaujKzpQN9VdQ3TF9LIccRQb4hOeTZHG84Czgejp1pE4iUjKwk4asj74xtP40LOHwd8Xs0PGzrqGtA71sSM2lT2N_3bpRdUEp5HoW8vuvXHK3Ego2xVGF-95/w640-h480/IMG_0020.png" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"></td></tr></tbody></table>They dance to “Hold It Against Me.” Best tango of the night, also best choreography. Val just creates magic week after week. Amazing tango.<div><br /></div><div>Len: “Listen! Listen to the noise, Val. That was a proper tango. No messing about at the start. Straight into the dance. Full of staccato, full of attack. You pros: THIS is what I wanna see. Not messing about, I want full-on dancing.” Bruno: “You were on it, like a bonnet. I can’t believe it. What I really love about <i>Dancing</i> <i>with</i> <i>the</i> <i>Stars</i> is moments like this, when you see people transforming, in front of your eyes. And you, Olivia, have become a beautiful dancer.” Carrie Ann: “Olivia, you are truly blossoming. That was so far the best dance of the night, as far as I’m concerned. It was fantastic. You are graceful, you are elegant, and you are strong, and you are passionate. All of it together.”<br /><div><br /></div><div>JUDGES: 24 (Out of 30)</div><div><br /></div><div><b>Cheryl and Cody, jazz</b></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilSGNEWCqRUZ8U9DauR7LGLKusc55M3cPcegLo5gNnK-tsvBgONbxsZtb4ZelxMAizd5mMQKzuOeeLdkSp_CAUtQNwdT_WRlkwIsCVvCkMy_esRPIQDuzj_5sDvTOY96Ua01fpzzyi6GfRsqoO3tpdLrRh2_ViNkIDsS70FQboONKHT8BPZp-m/s992/IMG_0028.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="558" data-original-width="992" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilSGNEWCqRUZ8U9DauR7LGLKusc55M3cPcegLo5gNnK-tsvBgONbxsZtb4ZelxMAizd5mMQKzuOeeLdkSp_CAUtQNwdT_WRlkwIsCVvCkMy_esRPIQDuzj_5sDvTOY96Ua01fpzzyi6GfRsqoO3tpdLrRh2_ViNkIDsS70FQboONKHT8BPZp-m/w640-h360/IMG_0028.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div>This week, Cody has Covid. And they are not performing from rehearsal tape, they are performing live on the show, but remotely from their respective homes. It helps that Cody is a Britney super fan. </div><div><br /></div><div>As you can see, this time, they both have costumes and makeup.</div><div><br /></div><div>And given the constraints, I thought it was wonderful.</div><div><br /></div><div>Bruno: “I really admire the perseverance and the commitment, in spite of it all. I wish you were here. I know you have the ability. It’s very difficult to judge, especially the sync. It’s a very good effort.” Carrie Ann: “Bravo to both of you for dancing with Covid. I know Covid is no joke. So I’m very impressed with both of you. Look, we have to judge it from what we have in this ballroom. And did that compare? Not quite. The truth is, it wasn’t as great as I know you can be. And that’s disappointing. But I’m glad you finally had your Britney moment.” Len: “Well, these are strange times. And they throw out strange scenarios. I wasn’t sure how this would work. I must say: I thought you were clear and tight together. I know it’s difficult, but where you could, you got that little interchange going, with the hat and so on. I thought for the circumstances, you did a terrific job.”</div><div><br /></div><div>JUDGES: 18 (Out of 30)</div><div><br /></div><div><b>Sasha and Suni, foxtrot</b></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgcx2JbkmGNL9HWoseMuDeltmWW_Bl4wDFaui2aQdWBCkXluiFDeupcW3P3e-m6TmhkHUFFZHwASGSMPE0rzfTj4_Py2N8R4MrV95ovTzhNhFMQHVCh3srOSdu-9HvmtT5w0ybUo6st9WCVWMjpmh2pFduJmmgb74mAR7vlLXQfpPGRGlcr_px/s620/IMG_0033.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="423" data-original-width="620" height="436" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgcx2JbkmGNL9HWoseMuDeltmWW_Bl4wDFaui2aQdWBCkXluiFDeupcW3P3e-m6TmhkHUFFZHwASGSMPE0rzfTj4_Py2N8R4MrV95ovTzhNhFMQHVCh3srOSdu-9HvmtT5w0ybUo6st9WCVWMjpmh2pFduJmmgb74mAR7vlLXQfpPGRGlcr_px/w640-h436/IMG_0033.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div>They are dancing to “I’m a Slave for You,” and Sasha is the snake. Hahahaha</div><div><br /></div><div>Carrie Ann: “OK. You’re definitely pushing your boundaries, I can tell you’re going past what’s comfortable with a routine like this. I sense a little bit of discomfort, doing some of the more sensual moves. What I want you to know is that performing like that, you can be innocent and still sensual. And still exude your confidence. And that’s what we’re looking for. I’m very proud of you.” Len: “Not so much for me. You didn’t capture the foxtrot. It’s a romantic dance. This, this was a little bit steamy. First ballroom dance.” Bruno: “Oh, I don’t mind steamy. A bit of moisture makes you glow. I love the fact that you actually started to play with a character. As you let it go, your performance becomes more effective.”</div><div><br /></div><div>JUDGES: 21 (Out of 30)</div><div><br /></div><div><b>Lindsay and Matt, tango</b></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDRM_9IdOT3PbCbrP64SolOiIR6yxyJbSbnhXyWWzgOJbGQlAqH-f3LSZ1s4bIUYFHUsu3k2goX2Q54Z-eE4fTVrSAlI-k0HeTf9kEK-Q_TOj4XQLGVGI_xzMS5hdLKk4DfrM5L49MgH4KvcXynRphpqgciis1sXqTVeu3sYptxTAZ6thUChtz/s1222/IMG_0040.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1222" data-original-width="980" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDRM_9IdOT3PbCbrP64SolOiIR6yxyJbSbnhXyWWzgOJbGQlAqH-f3LSZ1s4bIUYFHUsu3k2goX2Q54Z-eE4fTVrSAlI-k0HeTf9kEK-Q_TOj4XQLGVGI_xzMS5hdLKk4DfrM5L49MgH4KvcXynRphpqgciis1sXqTVeu3sYptxTAZ6thUChtz/w514-h640/IMG_0040.jpeg" width="514" /></a></div><br /><div>I always think it’s creepy when stars dedicate tangos to their moms. Also creepy is the backdrop of Matt’s abs. Ugh. Didn’t we get enough of that on <i>The</i> <i>Bachelor</i>? Come on. </div><div><br /></div><div>They are doing a tango to “Let It All Out,” which I guess he was doing in that backdrop. Oh, they also have b/w glamour shots of Lindsay. Ugh.</div><div><br /></div><div>I didn’t like the song at all, and didn’t like the dance either. His legs were bent through the whole thing.</div><div><br /></div><div>Len: “I congratulate you that you got on with it, and it was a full-on routine. You had plenty of passion, and plenty of attack.” Bruno: “I’m a bit disappointed. You’re a bit overdressed tonight. (He’s not showing any chest onstage.) I wasn’t expecting that. But I have to say, you did a very good job. The concentration on his face! You really worked very very hard. Lots of content.” Carrie Ann: “I agree with my fellow judges. You did really well. What I like is there was a new refinement in your dancing. I thought your posture was beautiful.” </div><div><br /></div><div>JUDGES: 20 (Out of 30)</div><div><br /></div><div><b>Witney and The Miz, salsa</b></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgWufHLhs2mJmu6QqQOQao1sFikqd8XnUswof5tXas68aTujPfLWYhHdWr7rpEpoKRjkvJ16OixBSH-lTzP3yeuW3o3qhHJmfFrNW8A1UW_hRS1YCstHWpnjCzwter_i2GamjZTGPUZ6ZSPamp6ljQl_loqEduRvtWnxMKQWiRnQ1nTuXcpTcQ/s825/IMG_0046.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="570" data-original-width="825" height="442" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgWufHLhs2mJmu6QqQOQao1sFikqd8XnUswof5tXas68aTujPfLWYhHdWr7rpEpoKRjkvJ16OixBSH-lTzP3yeuW3o3qhHJmfFrNW8A1UW_hRS1YCstHWpnjCzwter_i2GamjZTGPUZ6ZSPamp6ljQl_loqEduRvtWnxMKQWiRnQ1nTuXcpTcQ/w640-h442/IMG_0046.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div>The Miz says he’s going to “outwork everyone.” Considering that Suni, in her package, whined about going to school and doing gymnastics AND doing <i>DWTS</i>, that’s probably not hard.</div><div><br /></div><div>They are doing a salsa to “Oops, I Did It Again,” which makes Britney fan Witney so happy she jumps up and down. </div><div><br /></div><div>Awful lot of flips and spins and lifts in that dance.</div><div><br /></div><div>Bruno: “When it comes to shirts, less is more. (The Miz has his shirt open. And seriously, Bruno should be taken to HR.) We got the magic. What’s going on? Whatever it is, keep going.” Carrie Ann: “Mike, you’re so much fun to watch. The joy of you. And I see how much attention you put to all the details. The lifts were amazing, some things we’ve never seen before. But I have to tell you, for salsa, I needed to see it more relaxed up here. You were tight.” Len: “Unlike some of our stars, you’ve got absolutely no dance background. And to come out and perform to that level, I thought was fantastic.” </div><div><br /></div><div>JUDGES: 22 (Out of 30)</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihfMRYlbGtxTOtQ07SBctumHzsqK-P8runosHm1xbIN2-SbXM4HsxhC0wqbYpoJz2Pe3KRZMSGdZajPLNrLjrp6iTpPSuO6Mj_Sq9alDgxjh0vMpN1tGfRBHzX9enDpaxL7vp2BsduMHEn4hJP_Ql9nYuEK2ddeweVxEmNsfBpgjSeH96NZf_N/s3792/IMG_6285.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2208" data-original-width="3792" height="372" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihfMRYlbGtxTOtQ07SBctumHzsqK-P8runosHm1xbIN2-SbXM4HsxhC0wqbYpoJz2Pe3KRZMSGdZajPLNrLjrp6iTpPSuO6Mj_Sq9alDgxjh0vMpN1tGfRBHzX9enDpaxL7vp2BsduMHEn4hJP_Ql9nYuEK2ddeweVxEmNsfBpgjSeH96NZf_N/w640-h372/IMG_6285.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi17sOKWDnwVEmMQ4AyaCicfjcM9TF0GPnXvdHmp3jux0UtAGFIZds9KiukldmD9LMMAlkFT8bZRq4dXac2XWlLpZvNBFflNT87j3LJGl01b1qL2EzBeE_XoKgX4ZhSMdagAGVU9YXvasOmjFp-WVWQJZfmCwRHEs9XyyV0u-erdf0SHPbXb5NE/s3718/IMG_6287.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2212" data-original-width="3718" height="381" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi17sOKWDnwVEmMQ4AyaCicfjcM9TF0GPnXvdHmp3jux0UtAGFIZds9KiukldmD9LMMAlkFT8bZRq4dXac2XWlLpZvNBFflNT87j3LJGl01b1qL2EzBeE_XoKgX4ZhSMdagAGVU9YXvasOmjFp-WVWQJZfmCwRHEs9XyyV0u-erdf0SHPbXb5NE/w640-h381/IMG_6287.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div>So who’s in the Bottom Two? And who’s going home?</div><div><br /></div><div>The Bottom Two are Brandon and Kenya and Pasha and Christine. :-(</div><div><br /></div><div>Going home?</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhz-35c898yr7P1fhib6vadtUw4arE76i-vHmhTrPcuzE24edHofc5WeOK5npxuYtN9goSXTjhQH8mUhRj_6q06b9jUYEM53ql8TBH6hVLuBjRU0ISQI84Dx5H1ktkZIXI_8O8fTna3LoPVEuLRxzaJIz5KlIAezhl-uqJI2kaWjnGKGdLYoAIK/s792/IMG_0581.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="792" data-original-width="634" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhz-35c898yr7P1fhib6vadtUw4arE76i-vHmhTrPcuzE24edHofc5WeOK5npxuYtN9goSXTjhQH8mUhRj_6q06b9jUYEM53ql8TBH6hVLuBjRU0ISQI84Dx5H1ktkZIXI_8O8fTna3LoPVEuLRxzaJIz5KlIAezhl-uqJI2kaWjnGKGdLYoAIK/w320-h400/IMG_0581.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div>Damn. Bummer. I liked them. Oh well.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><b>Miche’s Favorite Dances of Britney Night</b></div><div>1. Val and Olivia, tango</div><div>2. Sasha and Suni, foxtrot</div><div>3. Jenna and JoJo, Argentine tango</div><div>4. Daniella and Iman, tango</div><div>5. Sharna and Brian, tango</div><div>6. Alan and Amanda, cha cha</div><div>7. Pasha and Christine, paso doble</div><div>8. Cheryl and Cody, jazz</div><div>9. Gleb and Melanie C., tango</div><div>10. Emma and Jimmie, salsa</div><div>11. Artem and Melora, cha cha</div><div>12. Brandon and Kenya, tango</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><b>Need to Go Home</b></div><div>1. Matt</div><div>2. The Miz</div><div><br /></div><div>***************************************************</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /></div>MicheBelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12153402057422544392noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3779897.post-53977062277471058032023-10-13T22:00:00.000-07:002023-10-13T22:00:46.355-07:00Season 30, Week Two: First Elimination Is Not a Surprise<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhm_xE-aTDoWn7u4Z4KnZyC1jdfk5q-sJpHssbQcAd6koj-0zgR6mrAE0TDiyYU70866i6hyAzp7Sp20fFfMj17oB3XKC139-d6CwxK-P08VpkFgAmgfIjmv_4Dri0i_0Bbj_JLzoeEg_5rAw09R2Co3WdF0cFC4k93MJ3bUs6HNOh7NIN2YGBg/s1996/IMG_0019.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1996" data-original-width="1497" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhm_xE-aTDoWn7u4Z4KnZyC1jdfk5q-sJpHssbQcAd6koj-0zgR6mrAE0TDiyYU70866i6hyAzp7Sp20fFfMj17oB3XKC139-d6CwxK-P08VpkFgAmgfIjmv_4Dri0i_0Bbj_JLzoeEg_5rAw09R2Co3WdF0cFC4k93MJ3bUs6HNOh7NIN2YGBg/w480-h640/IMG_0019.jpeg" width="480" /></a></div><p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1AZt4puWTpEltEu8bKa-Tqgoed015CpKlBLSw9AwLHTqq17-g0xnULx6tkba_pY1IPJL0hjrbGfKzwksr5jRLas_-XdKfqlti7-KFPDs4XZkO27fOQf0ok1XjqUu8MzRUNRVQ4-Wxw_MGtVxFsep4LxIJWvIBNIbRtnuweSH0Xo64n0sNLcuf/s1280/IMG_0015.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1AZt4puWTpEltEu8bKa-Tqgoed015CpKlBLSw9AwLHTqq17-g0xnULx6tkba_pY1IPJL0hjrbGfKzwksr5jRLas_-XdKfqlti7-KFPDs4XZkO27fOQf0ok1XjqUu8MzRUNRVQ4-Wxw_MGtVxFsep4LxIJWvIBNIbRtnuweSH0Xo64n0sNLcuf/w640-h360/IMG_0015.jpeg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td></tr></tbody></table></p><p>Lame intro.</p><p>We don’t exactly have an opening number. We have two troupe dancers (Ezra and Sofia), dancing for a bit before they introduce Tyra (who mistakenly introduces them as pros, which they aren’t yet).</p><p><b>Lindsay and Matt, samba</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhO-KYQInwpybCI5fNig16o0KFdw0JrlyR1GUKBWuhYG0taBDozrIBnm9ozE7utjs5n3AagMlwNQKNV1EXFBN0AktLrtxAXTa1fb1E5ybP_Ump1dVkWzoufTqzlx3lVvqbztThWaib1jXt1x0x12QRlUvOLzWfNfYptcoMHzZ6Kd4S9eNvnkqnE/s450/IMG_0547.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="289" data-original-width="450" height="411" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhO-KYQInwpybCI5fNig16o0KFdw0JrlyR1GUKBWuhYG0taBDozrIBnm9ozE7utjs5n3AagMlwNQKNV1EXFBN0AktLrtxAXTa1fb1E5ybP_Ump1dVkWzoufTqzlx3lVvqbztThWaib1jXt1x0x12QRlUvOLzWfNfYptcoMHzZ6Kd4S9eNvnkqnE/w640-h411/IMG_0547.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Throughout, they have identifiers under people’s names (in yellow). For some reason, they don’t do this in Lindsay’s package.</p><p>They dance to the song whose chorus is: “Come on and dance with me, I’m levitating.” At the point in the song where it goes: “You want me, “ Matt rips off his shirt in front of Bruno. Bruno stands, and nods yes. I think Matt gets a 10 from Bruno for that.</p><p>PRO TIP: You do score points with Bruno for this (guys), but it’s points from Len that you really want to worry about. </p><p>It was an OK cha cha. Lindsay working hard to make it so, but Matt’s hips didn’t seem to move at all.</p><p>Len (Professional Ballroom Judge): “Instead of worrying about taking off your shirt, which was totally unnecessary, you would’ve been better served working once again on your hips. Your hips are nonexistent. Honestly, your hips are allergic to music. Work on your hips.” Derek (Choreographer & Six-Time <i>DWTS</i> Champion): “I think what Len is trying to say is also work on your balance. In samba, we need balance, we need rise and fall. That gets that hip action going, that rhythm going. Just for the future, think about those feet. That’s going to happen in every single dance. Turn those suckers out. But dude, you’re a great performer, so fun to watch.” Bruno (Film, Music Video & Theatre Choreographer): “There are so many things in my mind that I want to say, nothing to do with the samba whatsoever. (Matt laughs.) Next.” Carrie Ann (Choreographer & Dance Producer): “Amazing physique, but what I was missing was the bravado that you had and the confidence once you ripped your shirt off, it lasted for like two seconds, and then you started dancing small. A little awkward. Keep those feet on the ground.” (Carrie Ann really hates lifts where they don’t belong.)</p><p>JUDGES: 22 (Out of 40)</p><p><b>Val (Two-Time <i>DWTS</i> Champion) and Olivia (Beauty Vlogger), Viennese waltz</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhl_eRPxVFk0a-vTbzCvrZLa7-CeM-Zz7M-7fXY5hyphenhyphenJxTbrW95uV79JMH0L4jAuijHMe1ZwRyNMneYQ4POW1SI5IgV1vMn3Kol5XcX_g1bxPXCHiPI3Btx3cXpX1j3KR36S2amx1pRcdak1urSRiXqXd3uECNsSQQAdox9u6gmSSfDGbjWCwffN/s1222/IMG_0551.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1222" data-original-width="817" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhl_eRPxVFk0a-vTbzCvrZLa7-CeM-Zz7M-7fXY5hyphenhyphenJxTbrW95uV79JMH0L4jAuijHMe1ZwRyNMneYQ4POW1SI5IgV1vMn3Kol5XcX_g1bxPXCHiPI3Btx3cXpX1j3KR36S2amx1pRcdak1urSRiXqXd3uECNsSQQAdox9u6gmSSfDGbjWCwffN/w428-h640/IMG_0551.jpeg" width="428" /></a></div><p>Gorgeous costumes. Oh, I love people who know how to do Viennese waltz properly. It was just magical. I loved this dance to “Better Days Are Coming.”</p><p>Derek: “There is seriously a purity in your performance. When I see you dancing, I don’t see you thinking about the routines, I just see you enjoying it. It’s such a breath of fresh air, you’re like a breeze, dancing across the oak floor. It’s gorgeous. I really, really was impressed with that. Beautiful.” Bruno: “Weightless, flowing, seamless. For a beginner of ballroom, you’ve really done incredibly well. There were a few slight hiccups.” Carrie Ann: “Olivia, I was so impressed with what Derek was talking about. There’s this trust and this vulnerability when you’re dancing, which I’ve seen in the past leads to fantastic endings because it’s all about partnership. With performances like that, your journey will probably not be very short.” Len: “I thought there was nice rotation, to left and to right. I also thought there was a nice mix of steps (thanks, Val) in and out of hold. I thought both of you did a good job.”</p><p>JUDGES: 27 (Out of 40)</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJo_S-mlsxSsoCroQ6wgLxL7IOpcyy0D4WvI_bmhGI-HnCLTo6WmOzw9qg2W_GI4PGzP1uO4RPCDI3yVu4CWs7gQs6B39yHIy2_Sg_HzBqAm0xHo8LFQrygZNfDthFl38eo4rqwt863PXjO7IsEbHent89pOdkEzXve9xAdmcuuq4QVD3P9EC0/s1222/IMG_0550.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1222" data-original-width="817" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJo_S-mlsxSsoCroQ6wgLxL7IOpcyy0D4WvI_bmhGI-HnCLTo6WmOzw9qg2W_GI4PGzP1uO4RPCDI3yVu4CWs7gQs6B39yHIy2_Sg_HzBqAm0xHo8LFQrygZNfDthFl38eo4rqwt863PXjO7IsEbHent89pOdkEzXve9xAdmcuuq4QVD3P9EC0/w428-h640/IMG_0550.jpeg" width="428" /></a></div><p><b>Brandon (Pro Dancer) and Kenya (“The Real Housewives of Atlanta”), cha cha</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKBNfccrju7qzF29Wj5nuAHdLhjqrVjpky_Bs-1hBBcop8fFwym2x2YCd840nzR2pZvltp14I0kLPhlKG4R75stwPh8VNqwtzZCZzTMKeY8jb6i-LF7cCgMjvB0e6bdm9LYVuCXnSllLNIWzqd_BZ3IUfRScfsqGftcMo6yMLu57vGjxJh5-jA/s1024/IMG_0555.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="576" data-original-width="1024" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKBNfccrju7qzF29Wj5nuAHdLhjqrVjpky_Bs-1hBBcop8fFwym2x2YCd840nzR2pZvltp14I0kLPhlKG4R75stwPh8VNqwtzZCZzTMKeY8jb6i-LF7cCgMjvB0e6bdm9LYVuCXnSllLNIWzqd_BZ3IUfRScfsqGftcMo6yMLu57vGjxJh5-jA/w640-h360/IMG_0555.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>These costumes are just fire tonight. Just love them. They dance to Donna Summer’s “Hot Stuff.”</p><p>Bruno: “Kenya, let me tell you. You are simply irresistible. Talk about easy. When you got it right, in the second half, it came out of you naturally. This was a night off, but I know what you have is exceptional.” Carrie Ann: “Way to represent. I love it. 50 t0 50 year old. You’re amazing. This season feels very competitive to me, and you have so much going for you, take the extra second to ground yourself, so that the line looks nicer. It was amazing. You were in your power.” Len: “I tell you what you’ve got: plenty of gear in the rear. You were working those hips fantastically. It was such a powerful, full-on dance.” Derek: “Kenya, I love you. You’re absolutely amazing. Beautiful rotation in the grapevines. For me, just find the consistency. There’s moments of greatness in there, and little wobbles here and there. Find that consistency, and you’re gonna be amazing in this show.”</p><p>JUDGES: 24 (Out of 40)</p><p><b>Witney (Season 19 Champion) and The Miz (WWE Superstar), tango</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTJpt5Ib85owSuPSDDAmagkriEEmzeejIqxRnYAcfTo-QVqLLX1S8vpC_WaCeoE0aApZI8VgBtQC7Mly1Eblk_CJmvDm2tpqUmFuFXrLLAPoYF4nrC86_t6fm_59SvfrljmevDMvPV1x1GC1FA2ePh5q_Sp_V3D5YFQoNZ_18bP3cKnWBDZMs9/s1200/IMG_0557.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="630" data-original-width="1200" height="336" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTJpt5Ib85owSuPSDDAmagkriEEmzeejIqxRnYAcfTo-QVqLLX1S8vpC_WaCeoE0aApZI8VgBtQC7Mly1Eblk_CJmvDm2tpqUmFuFXrLLAPoYF4nrC86_t6fm_59SvfrljmevDMvPV1x1GC1FA2ePh5q_Sp_V3D5YFQoNZ_18bP3cKnWBDZMs9/w640-h336/IMG_0557.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>They are dancing a tango to “Nothing but a Good Time,” by Poison. The Miz loves “’80s hair metal.”</p><p>Boy, this man sure is full of himself. </p><p>Carrie Ann: “That was good. That’s what I’m talking about. That’s what I wanted to see from you. Have the energy in the right parts, entertain us in our face, but then be controlled. It was amazing. You were so distinguished. Your lines were so long.” Len: “Last week I said: ‘Better than expected.’ This week, I got just what I expected. Plenty of attack, very little finesse. However, on a positive, your footwork was very good.” Derek: “My man, you came out of the gate… we doin’ tag team? Let’s go. You got me amped up. I was a little worried you weren’t going to be able to contain that energy when you got into frame, but you did, brother. You were so locked in. I was so impressed. That control was awesome.” Bruno: “You had all that aggression and bravado, but it was very well channeled into a power tango.”</p><p>JUDGES: 26 (Out of 40)</p><p><b>Sharna (Season 27 Champion) and Brian, rumba</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1x7Xl_CJhWHNupMJS98ckxOhI4vdU40Y3XWMVOasGaRaWCBtBUnfmlK4v-YABOAQHP0wTUjAeXDMwNE0TARC1PYcbfe6vXOcvUMWjfNWai86dgn7ZyD5Dr5kYI6kIFA5yrvfYpwRhJOvMDDpi1dkSH4oylVkPHA9d07FApzhTG8xSwtN1tbOK/s620/IMG_0561.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="496" data-original-width="620" height="512" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1x7Xl_CJhWHNupMJS98ckxOhI4vdU40Y3XWMVOasGaRaWCBtBUnfmlK4v-YABOAQHP0wTUjAeXDMwNE0TARC1PYcbfe6vXOcvUMWjfNWai86dgn7ZyD5Dr5kYI6kIFA5yrvfYpwRhJOvMDDpi1dkSH4oylVkPHA9d07FApzhTG8xSwtN1tbOK/w640-h512/IMG_0561.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Their dance last week was pretty steamy, just because they’re a couple. And now a rumba? *fans self*</p><p>She says in the package that they are dancing “to our song.” (“Say You Won’t Let Go” by James Arthur) We have an immersive Van Gogh exhibit here in the LA. They go there for their date night, and Sharna says that it’s going to be the backdrop to their dance.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyoT3g0TQvQ5EFZsFdYaT_Ma3ubaCAyt870xtn8khbHjlBE_sxbifZAW-SZfFB5UR0u9yxZyZowUyEoqYubCICsqX2eK7XFmksBVWncNAN_Juzhz2fu2mt3gginXdlidGlSroGI0X4mAxYvjGWt78uSVAlun5mfGxDYaq70vMI9DKH1QkFjFgu/s620/IMG_0560.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="349" data-original-width="620" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyoT3g0TQvQ5EFZsFdYaT_Ma3ubaCAyt870xtn8khbHjlBE_sxbifZAW-SZfFB5UR0u9yxZyZowUyEoqYubCICsqX2eK7XFmksBVWncNAN_Juzhz2fu2mt3gginXdlidGlSroGI0X4mAxYvjGWt78uSVAlun5mfGxDYaq70vMI9DKH1QkFjFgu/w640-h360/IMG_0560.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>“I’m so in love with you” is one of the lines. And they clearly are.</p><p>He mouths the words to her at key moments, it’s like they are in their own little love world, and we’re watching it. It’s so beautiful. So special.</p><p>Len: “On a positive note, it had a bit of romance about it. Other than that, there was very little I liked. It was just a load of posing, running around, another pose.” Brian looks shocked at his comments. Derek: “Sometimes you do a dance in the show that’s kinda just for you. I think that’s what this was. I think that’s beautiful. I think it’s great.” Bruno: “It was very honest. It was an honest dance. It was a pure expression of what you feel, and we got that. At times, it felt a little bit good, like a contemporary dance instead of a rumba. It kind of lost the Cuban motion that’s necessary for this. Was it effective? Yes. Not quite right, but great performance.” Carrie Ann: “I think I want you to build on the chemistry that you have. It’s palpable, and it’s beautiful, and it creates amazing moments that maybe other couples won’t be able to create. But you need to sustain the movement. Go from one movement to the other with energy that’s the same as that connection that you have with Sharna.” </p><p>JUDGES: 23 (Out of 40)</p><p><b>Pasha (Pro Dancer) and Christine (“Bling Empire” Star), salsa</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvQ3MFqWCIGkHjBqR8mZ0_KELVHaP_pX-9WEkS512MhAYx3e5SZv620uJi1QqW1KAdLtTzEo3B_WqxusLZ3BIN0JI3jDqVoHaZT_7dzyQoKm7MPdHh4KwPN7S0WVnZe909KEb2N3V8yNZSwiWX3C8HLdmL7Q92nyN4YZpkDh5iE1Qq6xMXySbn/s650/IMG_0566.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="520" data-original-width="650" height="512" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvQ3MFqWCIGkHjBqR8mZ0_KELVHaP_pX-9WEkS512MhAYx3e5SZv620uJi1QqW1KAdLtTzEo3B_WqxusLZ3BIN0JI3jDqVoHaZT_7dzyQoKm7MPdHh4KwPN7S0WVnZe909KEb2N3V8yNZSwiWX3C8HLdmL7Q92nyN4YZpkDh5iE1Qq6xMXySbn/w640-h512/IMG_0566.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>They are dancing a salsa to “Despacido.” How could this go wrong? And Pasha just packs his choreography with content. I love it.</p><p>Derek: “Wow, Christine. You have an awareness of your body, you know how to use it. You have great hip action. I was really impressed with that. You started really strong, and as it progressed, I could feel a little bit of tension rise up in you, and you could start to feel a little stiff. It’s just the consistency. Everybody’s so talented, there’s so much potential, it’s just keeping all the way from the beginning, all the way to the end.” Bruno: “But Christine, that literally got me on a spin. You have to be consistent.” Carrie Ann: “75% of that was awesome. Your passion is amazing. It brings us all in. I love every move you attack. How you wanted to be on the show, I love that in every move. If you had stayed on your feet, you would have been amazing.” Len: “Tonight, someone is gonna go home. On your two weeks of dancing, I don’t think it’s gonna be you.”</p><p>JUDGES: 24 (Out of 40)</p><p><b>Emma and Jimmie (Platinum Country Singer), rumba</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQXUEqQMnkz3sOJTrap-dD6U3zfgPIq7z4ysRBoBB7WNACQUQVzAx8tOyoxFn5MhvNZsv5aIxtKupGFucLLr560sWhRf9-XJg9K9z-vLf6GrOr2W1i7142ViPpOYoekeYjIy6HRHUqQ4N9Pwuy4YqmnG8CamwmfAyluY36w5trhO783qp0edtx/s1250/IMG_0001.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1250" data-original-width="1000" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQXUEqQMnkz3sOJTrap-dD6U3zfgPIq7z4ysRBoBB7WNACQUQVzAx8tOyoxFn5MhvNZsv5aIxtKupGFucLLr560sWhRf9-XJg9K9z-vLf6GrOr2W1i7142ViPpOYoekeYjIy6HRHUqQ4N9Pwuy4YqmnG8CamwmfAyluY36w5trhO783qp0edtx/w512-h640/IMG_0001.jpeg" width="512" /></a></div><p>They are doing a rumba to one of his songs, “Make Me Want To.” (I don’t like it when they dance to the star’s songs, usually. The advantage, of course, is that they know the musicality of it inside and out. But to me, they are usually not as good songs as are most often chosen.)</p><p>The rumba was ok, not earth-shaking.</p><p>I’m not commenting on Tyra. Not her dresses, not her excesses, not the lame banter she does before the votes are shown. But I do want to point out that she really does make a lot of mistakes as a host. Mistakes Tom Bergeron never made. Just saying. And her main job is to go: “Bruno, Carrie Ann, Len, Derek” at appropriate times, and she sounds completely bored when she’s doing that. #sigh</p><p>Bruno: “Great song, Jimmie. (*eyeroll*) It definitely got you tuned in and turned on. Couldn’t you feel the undercurrent of passion emerging, almost exploding?” (Um, no. To me, it didn’t feel passionate at all.) Carrie Ann: “That was amazing. That was the first time this season that I actually felt my heart attached to what you were doing. You just opened us all up. I could not take my eyes off of you. You had so much respect for the art form by the way you did every movement. I’m impressed with you. That was so beautiful.” Len: “Your footwork was a little bit hit and miss. Your upper body was really great. And the secret to this show: do better than you did the week before. And that’s what you just did.” Derek: “I wanna echo what they just said: the lower half, I could see you struggling a bit, but the upper half, beautiful arms. Powerful.”</p><p>JUDGES: 27 (Out of 40)</p><p><b>Alan and Amanda (Co-Host of “The Talk”), foxtrot</b></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0eLwYgk2QtIVMPongUawslZhFC_2XzXjKlOlRX6yI4GPCoB9lhSb_kPDAfEnmo6bqJB57R59uj9qyMTuA2bl0pJRWJ3UFf1Qd183YlkvOCCmQP5brbpCmBWNBg6iZkzRps0id-mP2k7PgiUKdpvG-G3POuA9_49LCXC0bPGVlSkkymHM7YpTU/s620/IMG_0002.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="360" data-original-width="620" height="372" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0eLwYgk2QtIVMPongUawslZhFC_2XzXjKlOlRX6yI4GPCoB9lhSb_kPDAfEnmo6bqJB57R59uj9qyMTuA2bl0pJRWJ3UFf1Qd183YlkvOCCmQP5brbpCmBWNBg6iZkzRps0id-mP2k7PgiUKdpvG-G3POuA9_49LCXC0bPGVlSkkymHM7YpTU/w640-h372/IMG_0002.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p></p><p>Amanda chooses to dance this foxtrot to her wedding dance song with her deceased husband, Nick. “It Had to Be You.” They chose it because it was the song he sang to book “Bullets Over Broadway,” which was the Broadway show they met in. </p><p>Alan got lucky this time, he got a real dancer. Beautiful foxtrot.</p><p>Carrie Ann: “Amanda, with all due respect, so much of your journey has had to do with Nick. But this is all about you. You are a star. That was like watching a Broadway musical built only around you. Those beautiful legs, those beautiful lines. The elegance, the strength, the milking of the moment.” Len: “I love that track, so that helps me. I liked it so much, I wanted it to go on a bit longer, if I’m honest. It was smooth. It was like butter on a hot muffin. Don’t keep kicking your legs up so much. Just cause you got ‘em doesn’t mean you’ve got to use them.” Derek: “Don’t listen to this guy. Use those beautiful legs. They are stunning, exceptional, exquisite. I honestly don’t know what to say, cause I was watching you. I was singing. It was so enjoyable to watch. You are just a vision.” Bruno: “Absolutely radiant. If you’ve got it, flaunt it.” </p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEju3xPmEW183Z-ZSWzJmVYQkOqu4fcK29LHqeXuE7tdya7lw1bu2bT0l5zGUxFOJWxhHLUyG_E5UyUZXEzpgc66lAkkqFtBGW0PfEwAhUvVo03yeFZsJY7aX0T0eIm5ThsF13syrALwhMyztdLX947y0jgkIjntbynY-iD1mlMotMKqikxtahiZ/s992/IMG_0003.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="992" data-original-width="794" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEju3xPmEW183Z-ZSWzJmVYQkOqu4fcK29LHqeXuE7tdya7lw1bu2bT0l5zGUxFOJWxhHLUyG_E5UyUZXEzpgc66lAkkqFtBGW0PfEwAhUvVo03yeFZsJY7aX0T0eIm5ThsF13syrALwhMyztdLX947y0jgkIjntbynY-iD1mlMotMKqikxtahiZ/w512-h640/IMG_0003.jpeg" width="512" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The kicks that Len didn’t like.</td></tr></tbody></table><p>JUDGES: 32 (Out of 40)</p><p><b>Jenna and JoJo (Popstar and TV Personality), cha cha</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJoVihNGNxrQFolszzB9gDiv33dPygntjgGk6LczgJ16G5wXSlvYYviTGRbmAD-CmE79zqpxKj0gZorzkWTu1vskvnIWm39WG4YtjC1zRhApyI1WkXXkvw2XukUINB75mNaBrgwjeAot51Cnte5dzCEOwBriBf3BHTFlRZwePjc0d_iWfNDZYr/s1136/IMG_0004.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="852" data-original-width="1136" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJoVihNGNxrQFolszzB9gDiv33dPygntjgGk6LczgJ16G5wXSlvYYviTGRbmAD-CmE79zqpxKj0gZorzkWTu1vskvnIWm39WG4YtjC1zRhApyI1WkXXkvw2XukUINB75mNaBrgwjeAot51Cnte5dzCEOwBriBf3BHTFlRZwePjc0d_iWfNDZYr/w640-h480/IMG_0004.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Once again, it’s amazing to watch them dance. They dance to “Rain on Me,” and it’s just fun stuff.</p><p>Len: “Well, I just saw, before this, my favorite ballroom dance of the season, and I’ve just seen my favorite Latin dance of the season.” Derek: “By the way, that’s all you need. Listen, JoJo, I love you so much. I love your performance, your energy. And I think with you, more is more, right? Sometimes, more isn’t more. You’ve got to contain that energy a little bit. It can get a little wild and lose the quality of movement. There’s an expectation, because you have a dance background. So I think we’re gonna be a little bit tougher on you. Think about that, moving forward. Have that control. Contain that energy.” Bruno: “So crisp, it was crackling. Full of vitality and zest. There was one thing. You have such a strong performance that you pop out of the screen. People are drawn to you. Is absolutely brilliant, what you do. He’s right: sometimes a bit of control. But fantastic job.” Carrie Ann: “It was like watching a dance off, but in all the good ways. Like you weren’t competing with each other, you guys just like outdoing each other, with all that energy. It’s still so new to watch it, I find myself just getting lost in the performance, and going: ‘Wow! This is so awesome.’ You are awesome. You guys are fantastic together.”</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_5QJ2GYcJE3ga6TO_kwlj8Q5yNa7KxsnsrwGA4bdFT_ABCjY99Edn1SoOJGpl8yR4J59mQyACFt9bRE9GexSSVJWklj77HAZtWPL2HWVBdXnVve9DxpfMb_3bu15GfvIb-0eQIoaiPJb5bLb6z0AWVyrxI1hyzbgkP6NkGOS_-DA5Hp0fsaRK/s1222/IMG_0007.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1222" data-original-width="977" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_5QJ2GYcJE3ga6TO_kwlj8Q5yNa7KxsnsrwGA4bdFT_ABCjY99Edn1SoOJGpl8yR4J59mQyACFt9bRE9GexSSVJWklj77HAZtWPL2HWVBdXnVve9DxpfMb_3bu15GfvIb-0eQIoaiPJb5bLb6z0AWVyrxI1hyzbgkP6NkGOS_-DA5Hp0fsaRK/w320-h400/IMG_0007.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><p>JUDGES: 31 (Out of 40</p><p><b>Daniella and Iman (NBA Champion), rumba</b></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhczXLZoS_m9uGXuZ_X3eRf-DjEJ0C3o3jukAp_crRU7GpyFivKZwts94oSSePu1az3Py7Dq8BBXZqd1S7cW8fpwRO0t2DFt9IJmnRK59QE5kZSjs_lEYcxINUSfk8-z-PRcnGAgdt73EkS-nwHXCXtZEM_9f8NmyqeK2wGVaFDSIcmeLxqF5NE/s3000/IMG_0020.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2400" data-original-width="3000" height="512" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhczXLZoS_m9uGXuZ_X3eRf-DjEJ0C3o3jukAp_crRU7GpyFivKZwts94oSSePu1az3Py7Dq8BBXZqd1S7cW8fpwRO0t2DFt9IJmnRK59QE5kZSjs_lEYcxINUSfk8-z-PRcnGAgdt73EkS-nwHXCXtZEM_9f8NmyqeK2wGVaFDSIcmeLxqF5NE/w640-h512/IMG_0020.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p></p><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0 0 0 40px; padding: 0px;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="text-align: left;">According to Maksim Chmerkovskiy (whose dance opinion I value greatly), Lady Daniella is the “queen of the rumba.” They dance to “You Know What’s Up,” by Donald Jones, which Iman says he loves. He’s says it’s on one of he and his wife’s favorite albums. </span></div></blockquote><p>Not only is it a great rumba, but the choreography really gets around the massive height differential in really creative ways. (As you can kinda see in the image above.) I loved it.</p><p>Derek: “Iman, what I love about you is you just look like you’re enjoying this. And it just makes me enjoy it, and everyone else watching enjoy it. It was just so smooth, so effortless. Dude, that deep lunge?” Bruno: “I really appreciate the work you put into this. You could really see you were trying to follow the melodic line of the music. Very very good work. You still have to work on your feet.” Carrie Ann: “You had more content this week, which was great for Len, but for me, I’m sorry. You have something special. They way you are so able to connect to that music. And you don’t care. You tell your story about what you’re feeling from that music, and to me, that is magic. So once again, that was magic.” Len: “I am smiling. I liked it. Don’t get excited. I didn’t like it that much, but I liked it. It’s a great improvement on last week.”</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4qtDsULyZD1A5wGx1EIoXFxy6cgJ2OWLp9U8cJZObHFIfjPUTXXJxXdeGpyDvkzH5eQLgj8Xy3Xb8ZeoJ74HTPbjjz4C_nkRnf68QVlOymUMFNlhVnrItS_3vug9rVr_kXFIV_O8J49BVqvYGXcSTydT3yKjyNRf0KvJK2EwNnUS84KIM20JX/s630/IMG_0012.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="354" data-original-width="630" height="362" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4qtDsULyZD1A5wGx1EIoXFxy6cgJ2OWLp9U8cJZObHFIfjPUTXXJxXdeGpyDvkzH5eQLgj8Xy3Xb8ZeoJ74HTPbjjz4C_nkRnf68QVlOymUMFNlhVnrItS_3vug9rVr_kXFIV_O8J49BVqvYGXcSTydT3yKjyNRf0KvJK2EwNnUS84KIM20JX/w640-h362/IMG_0012.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>JUDGES: 25 (Out of 40)</p><p><b>Britt and Martin, cha cha</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgilcxLGOZkdM1u2VH00wK2fdUt-JctE3PiFzyeRvWyHmiwf4Fbb1ZyJjK_4EXkhcObHovCSGoOxWZTMNJgOL78WmBi57Mh5bpNK4XL8gXSERScQhjjejBY8y4NZ6UoPEQhTROb0tsl6WvM3it1esLANoXkBHBqMQiuoM60HGO2ZUB_oepeVeSo/s800/IMG_0014.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="532" data-original-width="800" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgilcxLGOZkdM1u2VH00wK2fdUt-JctE3PiFzyeRvWyHmiwf4Fbb1ZyJjK_4EXkhcObHovCSGoOxWZTMNJgOL78WmBi57Mh5bpNK4XL8gXSERScQhjjejBY8y4NZ6UoPEQhTROb0tsl6WvM3it1esLANoXkBHBqMQiuoM60HGO2ZUB_oepeVeSo/w640-h426/IMG_0014.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Poor Britt. To be saddled with such a dreadful partner. I feel sorry for her.</p><p>They are dancing to “Twist and Shout,” and I’m truly scared to watch this. Oh, good grief. Ugh. My eyes!</p><p>Bruno: “Technically, more content and more steps. Not always in the right ordcr, or have the right time, but definitely more. So, we are moving in the right direction.” Carrie Ann: “I’m just happy for you, because this week, you look like you had fun and you let loose. That’s what people attach to.” Len: “Let me first of all congratulate you, Britt, because I think you’ve done a sterling job working there on Martin. Martin, I can’t give it a big mark because it wasn’t that great.” Derek: “I love the opening James Brown move. I see you, with the footwork there. It was a lot of fun.” </p><p>JUDGES: 15 (Out of 40)</p><p>So bizarre seeing a 3 from the judges. (Deserved though.)</p><p><b>Artem and Melora (“The Office” and “The Bold Type” Actress), rumba</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIz9oCz36GkHLM8Es8ntQz0bbuuTAn0iCBMji3Y6qzLWvIde5ITzFMNxXZtJNoWf4QsypDSrwp6m4hnzuis4GmSWRmSUNE5ZpsumHUWV0RH2GVWInfzqX4uRnzoiysT1-5N-uF3tbePYSGZmjaYqIS4RV8DX88W_0FeiIP1voKQ-w_qlLYNPZf/s3512/IMG_6161.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1979" data-original-width="3512" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIz9oCz36GkHLM8Es8ntQz0bbuuTAn0iCBMji3Y6qzLWvIde5ITzFMNxXZtJNoWf4QsypDSrwp6m4hnzuis4GmSWRmSUNE5ZpsumHUWV0RH2GVWInfzqX4uRnzoiysT1-5N-uF3tbePYSGZmjaYqIS4RV8DX88W_0FeiIP1voKQ-w_qlLYNPZf/w640-h360/IMG_6161.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Another bit of wisdom from Maksim Chmerkovskiy: the rumba is “the woman’s dance.” Not in this case. For the beginning of the dance, she stood behind Artem. I guess to emphasize the song, “All By Myself” that they were dancing to. But throughout, it certainly felt like Artem was leading and guiding, and she was overall very awkward.</p><p>Although I did love the costumes, and she looked very beautiful.</p><p>Carrie Ann: “That was very dramatic, sister. I loved it. You have such a knack for storytelling through your body. It’s not just in here (she motions to her face). You’re giving us all with every ounce of your body. Your arms are stunning. What I loved about that performance was it was so well-balanced.” Len: “Overall, it was easy like Sunday morning. However, Melora, you needed a little bit more hips going on, and Artem, I’d have liked a few more recognizable steps.” Derek: “Melora, I adore ya. You’re just so fun to watch. Your movement is beautiful, such quality to it. It has the right amount of resistance in it. Beautiful.” Bruno: “Beautifully acted. Much more centered.”</p><p>JUDGES: 27 (Out of 40)</p><p><b>Cheryl and Cody (Celebrity Fitness Guru), salsa</b></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgysa9EpV_779t6nS9zjSurCSfSPuMIKl-q11EVh8yc71DYrAG_fKu6E-nQpLddZgq0klO2SXviQ3J3jQvRMY7pt5dbA8N9EdJuFRaWeXC8-7cnJOmdLBT0auZARU-dErXne9K5NLUPgbm7dgfzOQ8b9Re_oYja9s_3UpjEWMAEebxSK2V4jY4_/s3333/IMG_6228.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1955" data-original-width="3333" height="376" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgysa9EpV_779t6nS9zjSurCSfSPuMIKl-q11EVh8yc71DYrAG_fKu6E-nQpLddZgq0klO2SXviQ3J3jQvRMY7pt5dbA8N9EdJuFRaWeXC8-7cnJOmdLBT0auZARU-dErXne9K5NLUPgbm7dgfzOQ8b9Re_oYja9s_3UpjEWMAEebxSK2V4jY4_/w640-h376/IMG_6228.jpeg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"></td></tr></tbody></table><p>These are COVID times, and our dear Cheryl has gotten Covid. But the #<i>DWTS</i> rules state that the judges can judge from the taped performance from rehearsal. And so they did.</p><p>And this salsa was a damn sight better in rehearsal than anything Martin Kove did in performance, I’ll tell you. So I’m extremely glad that Cody is still in the competition with this tape. He was awesome, and would’ve been even better with costumes and lights and whatnot.</p><p>Just goes to show: give it your all in rehearsal, cause you never know!</p><p>Cheryl and Cody are isolating, because Covid. But they bring them in virtually for their scores.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOlUiuONXX5JN7GmUrh9pK1-q2HvpwsYoF0B_-PAqm_HltX2AS0EP0b6g6UujzSWn-U-kzmQGSc7c9mPDCnl55CdRo9JwEprP_j7Ta3SHKSJECBv61JoHPwZ-RdNM0VPzsAWIc_WtROj4R-BAxH4SsfW55S8pCoLJ8LTgXCWYRjdDenPlzxJi6/s3468/IMG_6232.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2029" data-original-width="3468" height="374" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOlUiuONXX5JN7GmUrh9pK1-q2HvpwsYoF0B_-PAqm_HltX2AS0EP0b6g6UujzSWn-U-kzmQGSc7c9mPDCnl55CdRo9JwEprP_j7Ta3SHKSJECBv61JoHPwZ-RdNM0VPzsAWIc_WtROj4R-BAxH4SsfW55S8pCoLJ8LTgXCWYRjdDenPlzxJi6/w640-h374/IMG_6232.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Len: “May I first say, Cheryl, I wish you a really speedy recovery. That was full of razzle dazzle. A lot of salsa content, which I always like to see. It was crafted well, and it was danced well.” Derek: “Listen, for rehearsal, that was really really good. Obviously, there’s a little parts that are a little out of sync, but that’s what rehearsal is for. I can really imaginc that routine in the ballroom, with the lights, the costumes, you coming alive.” Bruno: “Yes, we really miss you in the ballroom, because that adds an extra layer to the performance. But even the Pepto-Bismol shoes could not take away from your talent.” Cheryl and Cody both laugh. Carrie Ann: “I was gonna say: Let that be a lesson to what you wear in rehearsal, right? Cody, it was a little bit lackluster, but that’s because you’re marking it, but we have to hold it to the standards of what everybody else is doing in the ballroom, so it was a good job. Lots of content, but you know, not fantastic.”</p><p>JUDGES: 24 (Out of 40)</p><p><b>Gleb (Season 28 Finalist) and Melanie C., foxtrot</b></p><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDbYzgNjPejKaiN2c-u8Kd34OFwYdkSUHzdkmJKaLE2gaF2CnJXY0DBCGosOOVhvRH_P3-oUMn9jfzZ8j1U7tOJ9NwDWn-Bc-Oxfoxpk9bboy6RMcqSlu_yOsO02scyrC5MwLFNawIg9z-rO2OtEVj8BNIAgNbbYi5FaA6HlaiAu67kBAxOlqe/s720/IMG_0018.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="720" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDbYzgNjPejKaiN2c-u8Kd34OFwYdkSUHzdkmJKaLE2gaF2CnJXY0DBCGosOOVhvRH_P3-oUMn9jfzZ8j1U7tOJ9NwDWn-Bc-Oxfoxpk9bboy6RMcqSlu_yOsO02scyrC5MwLFNawIg9z-rO2OtEVj8BNIAgNbbYi5FaA6HlaiAu67kBAxOlqe/w640-h426/IMG_0018.jpeg" width="640" /></a></p><p>Fun fact: she’s from an area outside of Liverpool, so it’s with special meaning that they are dancing to a Beatles’ song, “Here Comes the Sun.”</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7YigmXFCKHR8g222j85r7cwwx5KtoDK3x6g6lE6ptf0sukyZXx2S8fe98mxW5gakxRNX1l0PxyC5XuvBHiQzmtwfYkg2H6NFx5t6u_PMG6vZyHjFZE6QM6D9KB4VFN-1rLYpF1m4Z94cRUKzGc8bNIlQUnj0_WuKnfpnWHUF_TAJytfywzdS_/s3461/IMG_6234.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2009" data-original-width="3461" height="373" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7YigmXFCKHR8g222j85r7cwwx5KtoDK3x6g6lE6ptf0sukyZXx2S8fe98mxW5gakxRNX1l0PxyC5XuvBHiQzmtwfYkg2H6NFx5t6u_PMG6vZyHjFZE6QM6D9KB4VFN-1rLYpF1m4Z94cRUKzGc8bNIlQUnj0_WuKnfpnWHUF_TAJytfywzdS_/w640-h373/IMG_6234.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Let’s pause for a moment to applaud the tech people on this show, who created such a beautiful sun for us. This just took my breath away.</p><p>It was also for my money, every bit as captivating as Amanda’s foxtrot earlier, in some ways more so.</p><p>Derek: “Wow. Melanie, you are a gorgeous dancer. Just absolutely stunning. Beautiful resistance in your body. Just so clean, so effortless. You have a beautiful frame. I love watching you dance.” Bruno: “Melanie, my darling, you’ve never looked lovelier. I really was not expecting this. You managed to combine lyricism with dynamics. So clean, so centered. I can’t believe it. Fantastic.” Carrie Ann: “I loved seeing this side of you. There’s such beautiful elegance and refinement and softness. Trust yourself just a little bit more, because you’re a beautiful dancer.” Len: “As you came out, I was thinking of another Beatles song, “Please Please Me,” and you really did please me. This was not “A Hard Day’s Night,” it was good.”</p><p>Before the scores are given, we see a video from Ringo Starr, saying “Peace and Love” to Melanie, and wishes her all the best (because he’s from Liverpool too).</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgF7udkdIDkrDn_U32Rq7J8PfsVRCBb6mi3OsPae73H-Vx_46F9PRb34t3XyBzWpSXyhX9KzYqW8BO6Shc75y1X6jpdW-5NtX6b57jWlk1Ov-gNdivwkGim0RmAazxyUBIZ1-ftz24-vIDjCKyGItl_BYAAYEBs2UokHnIKhiXnjLjk-aA61oM4/s3586/IMG_6237.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2107" data-original-width="3586" height="376" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgF7udkdIDkrDn_U32Rq7J8PfsVRCBb6mi3OsPae73H-Vx_46F9PRb34t3XyBzWpSXyhX9KzYqW8BO6Shc75y1X6jpdW-5NtX6b57jWlk1Ov-gNdivwkGim0RmAazxyUBIZ1-ftz24-vIDjCKyGItl_BYAAYEBs2UokHnIKhiXnjLjk-aA61oM4/w640-h376/IMG_6237.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>JUDGES: 30 (Out of 40)</p><p><b>Sasha (Season 29 Finalist) and Suni, cha cha</b></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcWEv16xUPJKFWZLFE27_djV0oK3hVgGeFTMcz1IXWdyFpDjTBb_jA3OkM0Y-KGD_hDmLLexDv74je7tBQJn2L8YEmAAvzjDmHVNyBzrR-Xe7yp4gHgVPv_P1jdYduk1Zi7X3xtfVhEDOcO_cO7QupvG1eAdzwlW8wgTXB7pO3PricnoRyHN5t/s300/IMG_0024.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="300" data-original-width="300" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcWEv16xUPJKFWZLFE27_djV0oK3hVgGeFTMcz1IXWdyFpDjTBb_jA3OkM0Y-KGD_hDmLLexDv74je7tBQJn2L8YEmAAvzjDmHVNyBzrR-Xe7yp4gHgVPv_P1jdYduk1Zi7X3xtfVhEDOcO_cO7QupvG1eAdzwlW8wgTXB7pO3PricnoRyHN5t/w640-h640/IMG_0024.jpeg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Courtesy of Just Jared, and ABC.</td></tr></tbody></table><br /><p>Sasha, in the package, tries to fight against the “no smiling” thing that gymnasts have, also the stuffing of one’s feelings. </p><p>Wow! Could Sasha’s pants be any more sparkly?</p><p>That aside, I really loved this cha cha.</p><p>Bruno: “Going for gold again, are you? BTW, Sasha, those are mine. Suni, when you smile, you shine. Precise, clean. Dance is a performing art. Imagine yourself being a character. Make up a character, and play the character. Become someone else in each dance, because that is the key to project.” Carrie Ann: “I disagree a little bit. I would say, what I saw there was you starting to be a bit more you. And really sort of embracing yourself. I saw you gain confidence. As you gain confidence, the dance became bigger and better and better. I want you to go home, and I want you to watch that dance back. And I even bet next week is gonna be more amazing. Keep on this track.” Len: “Well, we had the lights, we had the cameras, and once you came out, we had the action. Really well danced. I thought you were coming out and performing much better.” Derek: “I feel like the character was Sassy Suni, out there dancing. Can we just talk about that flip, by the way? That’s crazy.”</p><p>JUDGES: 28 (Out of 40)</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4I8HG_lf_0QuWVoj_fzgBPuvUnttDuGhVMr9ZgVYNc9atwR4v1go8BCBtM8caZTpEKqHDZiz2Cnrjq24-SAPIY74gLv8XonidrAaHA3FvpKK1478IiRxJdHlr7oKjr7WNPXva4XbVE9CBwln0zdYxmms25ZRBajrTgkbpQLzagNcCOcVJ6oCI/s3438/IMG_6241.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1976" data-original-width="3438" height="368" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4I8HG_lf_0QuWVoj_fzgBPuvUnttDuGhVMr9ZgVYNc9atwR4v1go8BCBtM8caZTpEKqHDZiz2Cnrjq24-SAPIY74gLv8XonidrAaHA3FvpKK1478IiRxJdHlr7oKjr7WNPXva4XbVE9CBwln0zdYxmms25ZRBajrTgkbpQLzagNcCOcVJ6oCI/w640-h368/IMG_6241.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqF8xXsKNQxLYZPqoEnXN7r18B6pcjrEjbDxeU-7zhrXUXK2ZqH9GmmVxpfZJvHat8nqcr6QjWwSYxxaujJY7Pe-RbxQUbRNnvIyqIqX00Q0C8YVPhdzHiCCtac9JJsXmI9YRPJDYYZ6FvNaDAyc_b5eYIe6csu6QrZfDGejgp1NytjV0ByPG7/s3363/IMG_6242.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1925" data-original-width="3363" height="366" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqF8xXsKNQxLYZPqoEnXN7r18B6pcjrEjbDxeU-7zhrXUXK2ZqH9GmmVxpfZJvHat8nqcr6QjWwSYxxaujJY7Pe-RbxQUbRNnvIyqIqX00Q0C8YVPhdzHiCCtac9JJsXmI9YRPJDYYZ6FvNaDAyc_b5eYIe6csu6QrZfDGejgp1NytjV0ByPG7/w640-h366/IMG_6242.jpeg" width="640" /></a></p><p>So, who’s going home? GUESS. Well, in all the years I’ ve been watching this show, I’ve never seen anyone have a deficit from 46 to 28 and NOT go home. There aren’t THAT many <i>Cobra</i> <i>Kai</i> fans to overcome this deficit.</p><p>But, OK, let’s walk through it. Who are the Bottom Two?</p><p>Astonishingly, it’s Pasha and Christine. Not astonishingly, it’s also Britt and Martin.</p><p>Who will the judges save? Hahahahahahaha.</p><p>OF COURSE, THEY SAVE:</p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXKpWUqIIvJBEoCROZ1UJULQKmWUiX55CUIDT3Tsa9kAwztZwmjfwWlew1SeBWuyOmiuT2UlHO6GzAhK94Nr52xr0PWDuDmrm3lgQC_MkR83dQXNaLpT7L6OjOc1M4tduq7gtHJxraX4vK9M4z4vEZY8JjD5EfFf-Xo8uLvYvTwlA3AL0wTdJz/s3870/IMG_6048.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2201" data-original-width="3870" height="364" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXKpWUqIIvJBEoCROZ1UJULQKmWUiX55CUIDT3Tsa9kAwztZwmjfwWlew1SeBWuyOmiuT2UlHO6GzAhK94Nr52xr0PWDuDmrm3lgQC_MkR83dQXNaLpT7L6OjOc1M4tduq7gtHJxraX4vK9M4z4vEZY8JjD5EfFf-Xo8uLvYvTwlA3AL0wTdJz/w640-h364/IMG_6048.jpeg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Great final move in Pasha’s choreography.</td></tr></tbody></table><p><br /></p><p><b>MICHE’s Favorite Dances of Themeless Week Two</b></p><p>1. Sasha and Suni, cha cha</p><p>2. Cheryl and Cody, salsa </p><p>3. Sharna and Brian, rumba</p><p>4. Val and Olivia, Viennese waltz</p><p>5. Daniella and Iman, rumba</p><p>6. Jenna and JoJo, cha cha</p><p>7. Pasha and Christine, salsa</p><p>8. Gleb and Melanie, foxtrot</p><p>9. Alan and Amanda, foxtrot</p><p>10. Brandon and Kenya, cha cha</p><p><br /></p><p><b>Need to Go Home Soon</b></p><p>1. The Miz</p><p>2. Matt James</p><p><br /></p><p>******************************************************************</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br />MicheBelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12153402057422544392noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3779897.post-55656420834423521362023-10-11T20:38:00.001-07:002023-10-11T21:02:42.860-07:00Season 30, Week One: A Real Mix of Characters (Our First Girl-Girl Dance) and No Elimination<p> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRH8qfuXiFvCm_xXRhV5Kb-v0GCsMMlTUBiVnc-Czkg1OnZ_MZew7wEPj5Cz9MYxuQ1T1KnR_aVhlcoRFLX3Qco6kc2kqRjW6B8ZvpWgnhGj9D4th5mJmXGAOZHnr4uDuQ_TRYqZ7q9jWshaJnt6BjDJMbDQWG3Q4lPCbsXyVIpV4seq05Mdk6/s3926/IMG_6033.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2192" data-original-width="3926" height="358" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRH8qfuXiFvCm_xXRhV5Kb-v0GCsMMlTUBiVnc-Czkg1OnZ_MZew7wEPj5Cz9MYxuQ1T1KnR_aVhlcoRFLX3Qco6kc2kqRjW6B8ZvpWgnhGj9D4th5mJmXGAOZHnr4uDuQ_TRYqZ7q9jWshaJnt6BjDJMbDQWG3Q4lPCbsXyVIpV4seq05Mdk6/w640-h358/IMG_6033.jpeg" width="640" /></a></p><p>Usually the intros they’ve been showing have been really lame acting things (for Season 29). This intro, where they show clips of all 30 seasons, was wonderful. Even if they didn’t show Tom Bergeron or Erin Andrews once. :-( (To say nothing of Brooke Burke…)</p><p>It is about the dancing, after all. </p><p>And to show that, they also have an opening number again! YAY!!!</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0f68583mN6VspFrEKVc6UQN_6MLZ1k45dFTM1yBHUORxZRrQkcW9aTcgv2cwInISriL2jnDsTBnKl7zcb7UjuWVsECXfB-8bH16JYbIMgrWozLZN6KZzUJl_voptnuxqTcD11hC1bdpKoaMlcJWMiur1-MmaGbqkaFjq-Ep-5KGsTbHDf7sck/s3836/IMG_6036.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2181" data-original-width="3836" height="364" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0f68583mN6VspFrEKVc6UQN_6MLZ1k45dFTM1yBHUORxZRrQkcW9aTcgv2cwInISriL2jnDsTBnKl7zcb7UjuWVsECXfB-8bH16JYbIMgrWozLZN6KZzUJl_voptnuxqTcD11hC1bdpKoaMlcJWMiur1-MmaGbqkaFjq-Ep-5KGsTbHDf7sck/w640-h364/IMG_6036.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p>Wait, what’s that? Four judges? Oh. Len is back. Yay! I really missed him last season (damn you, Covid).</p><p>Always fun to see who’s on the show on the first episode. So who do we have?</p><p>Oh. They tell us the stars, but not who they’re paired with. Ugh.</p><p>Melanie C., The Miz, Iman Shumpert, Olivia Jade, Jimmie Allen, Melora Hardin, Suni Lee, Cody Rigsby, Amanda Kloots, Martin Kove, Kenya Moore, Christine Chiu, Matt James, Brian Austin Green and JoJo Siwa. Quite the lineup.</p><p>Bachelors don’t have as much of a record of winning this as Bachelorettes do, luckily (Matt James).</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkZC5HbTbtkfNVLAe-HGo1xD8whsWABdTTwEQfH3vzUzcvpfRxiBAf3axyYP-Lo5EioskF_KIEb8C5PuJpxAVEi2U6KpkBDocfhoQKh9GabZvrHTQQtBdP-kOzPr5_ZUDsmsyGkER-bh0y7_6bEWSfc-QVuZPuom0QdLb2CY0OHg-UIJjAQyZj/s3309/IMG_6039.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1888" data-original-width="3309" height="366" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkZC5HbTbtkfNVLAe-HGo1xD8whsWABdTTwEQfH3vzUzcvpfRxiBAf3axyYP-Lo5EioskF_KIEb8C5PuJpxAVEi2U6KpkBDocfhoQKh9GabZvrHTQQtBdP-kOzPr5_ZUDsmsyGkER-bh0y7_6bEWSfc-QVuZPuom0QdLb2CY0OHg-UIJjAQyZj/w640-h366/IMG_6039.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p><b>Gleb and Mel C, cha cha</b></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqARQitC7UbtCMdzKNFq3KkpEcaKWpK8uwrkDgBtFgFQVeaXoO93Ooj3ilJUNDZpIzC4B1HLYQ_0ICL_zDshBdC91bkQWu7wWmRnICNF8Rl4q4pD7-VG1GT1H8W4ALl7LbJ_Ola5LWWvF8rmxdbRrir5Ki4_ouwX0jTN1nZ87YDatE3uzUvheL/s862/IMG_0488.jpeg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="862" data-original-width="634" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqARQitC7UbtCMdzKNFq3KkpEcaKWpK8uwrkDgBtFgFQVeaXoO93Ooj3ilJUNDZpIzC4B1HLYQ_0ICL_zDshBdC91bkQWu7wWmRnICNF8Rl4q4pD7-VG1GT1H8W4ALl7LbJ_Ola5LWWvF8rmxdbRrir5Ki4_ouwX0jTN1nZ87YDatE3uzUvheL/w470-h640/IMG_0488.jpeg" width="470" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"></td></tr></tbody></table><p>They cha cha to a Spice Girls song, of course. Nice cha cha to start off the show.</p><p>So they give titles to the judges for the first time: Len, Professional Ballroom Judge; Derek, Choreographer and Six-Time <i>DWTS</i> Champion; Bruno, Film, Music Video and Theatre Choreographer; Carrie Ann, Choreographer and Dance Producer. Well, alright then.</p><p>They have an audience (which they didn’t in Season 29). Everyone in the audience is masked. Although it doesn’t look like the size of audience they normally have, any audience is a good thing.</p><p>Len says it’s good to be back. “You have danced that absolutely terrific, I thought. You won’t be getting any taxis home in the near future. It had great choreography, a really polished performance.” Derek: “That was so clean, so precise. You have incredible legs.” Bruno: “Watch Gleb, because he tends to steal the shots. Hip action could be a little bit more pronounced.” Carrie Ann: “All my dreams are coming true, that Season 30 started with you, Sporty Spice. You are my favorite Spice Girl. You are so good. Very clean, very tight. You could loosen up a bit, but you were the first one out: Amazing.”</p><p>JUDGES: 27 (out of 40)</p><p><b>CLUE</b> <b>ONE</b>: Astute DWTS viewers will note that when they show the potential pro dance partners (they have eight squares with a female pro in each: left to right, Sharna, Emma, Britt, Cheryl, Witney, Daniella, Jenna and Lindsay), they show eight, but there are only SEVEN male stars above. Hmmm…</p><p><b>Witney and The Miz, cha cha</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiO-vSWrVVfY78rGhOLU7gLjwMT-eG7CLL4lIxD54Gp3Y5ACwzLmyBiEJTtj7W4cHQ_8L46vgYsQZDVuGWRRhkzHwZfBHiSvsVkNA7TR6-eRxTOR_IKu_2j2CIqLg2HAPfJMVaMrsn-MGb3zYpWKCxQtq9NgzPDZ4CEY7d4WevEOeH3iiOW2aG3/s1200/IMG_0492.webp" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="628" data-original-width="1200" height="334" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiO-vSWrVVfY78rGhOLU7gLjwMT-eG7CLL4lIxD54Gp3Y5ACwzLmyBiEJTtj7W4cHQ_8L46vgYsQZDVuGWRRhkzHwZfBHiSvsVkNA7TR6-eRxTOR_IKu_2j2CIqLg2HAPfJMVaMrsn-MGb3zYpWKCxQtq9NgzPDZ4CEY7d4WevEOeH3iiOW2aG3/w640-h334/IMG_0492.webp" width="640" /></a></div><p>They are doing an intro of each star, then surprising us with who their partner is. (They’ve never done it like this before.)</p><p>The Miz, aka Mike, is paired with Witney. It was a fine cha cha.</p><p>Tyra congratulates Derek on winning an Emmy last week (for choreography). Derek thanks the team at <i>DWTS</i> who helped make it happen. Derek: “Man, that opening! You’re like: ‘I mean BIZ. Let’s go.’” He says it’s good to have Witney back (she missed last season). “I was really surprised. I’m not gonna lie. I was expecting you to be a little stiff. But you came out there, you were flowin,’ you were goin,’ man.” Bruno: “Witney! You’ve tamed the beast. What’s going on here? I was expecting mayhem, bashing things about. No. Light on his feet. A well-oiled loin machine. (As he shakes his hips sensuously.) Where is it all coming from? Very, very impressed. A bit flat-footed, but it’s only Week One.” Carrie Ann: “Bruno, you made it awkward already. So, Miz… you were incredible. The energy that came out of you was ridiculous.” And to Witney: “Welcome back, Momma, btw.” Len: “Miz, better than expected.”</p><p>JUDGES: 24 (Out of 40)</p><p><b>Daniella and Iman, jive</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkqLWNsaqXDceGBat3ArRxPkNASU45jo1YFlW3RzDFuJ-KjsoX_sxiP7Uja7CZGbT2NYsu9d7qTACf3Q68vCaOL442ofOXI73RAcWJNRhOA9hWBDZQc0fjCmxiRSz2HzNiPxezWkVfw8TFA9IM0ZnI-y76i0OIGCL8nuFCcNi-yp5K0YR2caJP/s1000/IMG_0495.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="801" data-original-width="1000" height="512" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkqLWNsaqXDceGBat3ArRxPkNASU45jo1YFlW3RzDFuJ-KjsoX_sxiP7Uja7CZGbT2NYsu9d7qTACf3Q68vCaOL442ofOXI73RAcWJNRhOA9hWBDZQc0fjCmxiRSz2HzNiPxezWkVfw8TFA9IM0ZnI-y76i0OIGCL8nuFCcNi-yp5K0YR2caJP/w640-h512/IMG_0495.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Daniella Karagach, in her second season as a pro, mentions in the package that she’s “blown away” by how tall he is. He is a good head taller than her.</p><p>This is a swinging jive. I’ll tell you what, he’s a damn sight better than Nelly last season. This guy can MOVE. And his kicks and flicks, for Week One, are actually kicks and flicks. I dug this dance a lot.</p><p>Bruno: “It’s very very hard for very tall people to do the jive, because usually it’s a very small and compact dance. But you were very nimble, very light on your feet. You have musicality. Great debut.” Carrie Ann: “Iman, you are the Fly Guy of Season 30. That was ridiculous. I’ve never seen a jive like that, especially not in episode One. That was incredible. You were stylish, you were smooth. You had your own thing. It was amazing choreography.” Len: “Sad to say, I thought it was all too casual. It was too loose. The technique was poor. However, I must say, it was fun and it was entertaining.” Derek: “What I loved about you so much was you just looked so comfortable out there. You were in your element, having a good time. I agree with Len a little bit, with some of the content in there, but great first week.”</p><p>JUDGES: 21 (Out of 40)</p><p><b>CLUE</b> <b>TWO: </b>When they show the men, it’s six boxes. (Left to right: Brandon, Val, Alan, Pasha, Sasha, Artem) Hmmm…</p><p><b>Val and Olivia Jade, salsa</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8bj2FLsUDYZVkj05tNOvbvcfYLllRX9vFFaffXVOx2Hmr4za6MKua97wDjVz1ptwkns9NmMGSbMuii1idifz8hRVNpM9ljzDCaH0-mMiQkoK6fAn7Tpd8G3pG5fX-2lnfPC9vvM8isRwiFtpzsthx7DyG8qGzrDLc-AugHvxLWdMBFQuagb92/s1600/IMG_0497.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8bj2FLsUDYZVkj05tNOvbvcfYLllRX9vFFaffXVOx2Hmr4za6MKua97wDjVz1ptwkns9NmMGSbMuii1idifz8hRVNpM9ljzDCaH0-mMiQkoK6fAn7Tpd8G3pG5fX-2lnfPC9vvM8isRwiFtpzsthx7DyG8qGzrDLc-AugHvxLWdMBFQuagb92/w640-h480/IMG_0497.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Oh! She’s not only “an influencer,” but she was one of the girls involved in that college admissions scandal (which explains why she’s on <i>DWTS</i>). </p><p>Fun dance. He flips her at the end. </p><p>Carrie Ann: “I’m so proud of you. This is the start of a brand-new chapter in your life. I’m so proud of the way you came out with such confidence. You were so sure of yourself. Great lines, great legs. I’m excited.” Len: “Salsa’s a club dance, so it could’ve been a tad more spicy. However, it was clean, it was clear and it was polished.” Derek: “You have so much potential. You were such a great performer. Great legs. What a great first dance.” Bruno: “Olivia, my darling, for a first-timer, you’ve taken to it like a duck to water.”</p><p>JUDGES: 25 (Out of 40)</p><p><b>CLUE</b> <b>THREE</b>: As the women get paired off, the boxes are removed. So now there are six women pros in boxes. Hmmm…</p><p><b>Emma and Jimmie Allen, tango</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmYESyVIiQxc5XXttn6FsONAWhwNQxtmR8ixU01DLOOyNlUvxlwiXb0-hxpg3HodwQpLM3kNS0lniXtetKCLxDVqKqZd4OHjZQqL4thfJiG_kptMp4ourpaC16Ja9AUHbGU-5t-a4uqKhDYQIxbfyPePqRv2Uxl4bCEmhbG6pjtax6zo54sycD/s991/IMG_0504.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="564" data-original-width="991" height="364" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmYESyVIiQxc5XXttn6FsONAWhwNQxtmR8ixU01DLOOyNlUvxlwiXb0-hxpg3HodwQpLM3kNS0lniXtetKCLxDVqKqZd4OHjZQqL4thfJiG_kptMp4ourpaC16Ja9AUHbGU-5t-a4uqKhDYQIxbfyPePqRv2Uxl4bCEmhbG6pjtax6zo54sycD/w640-h364/IMG_0504.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Emma starts this dance on top of a car which has a large mirror ball, which appears to have smashed the windshield. And it’s still smoking. </p><p>Not sure about the song. The dance was ok.</p><p>Len: “Jimmie, lemme say, this dance does not suit your personality. You’re a cool sort of a guy, relaxed. I’m sure that there’s a lot more talent in there than we saw on that dance. You’re gonna be loose, you’re gonna go a long way. You’ve got great potential.” (MAN, do I miss Len. So glad he’s back.) Derek: “I don’t know what’s going on tonight, but everybody’s been really really good. Listen, that was an incredible Week One frame. Honestly. Keep it consistent. Great tango, brother.” Bruno: “What’s going on? You crashed my car? You did manage to keep the tango on track. But there were a few skips along the way. It’s a very difficult dance. You have to think about it like a stalking cat. There has to be a constancy and incredible control. There were some good moments, but it was very uneven. Work on it, because you could be very good.” Carrie Ann: “Jimmie, great job first time out there. It’s a very tough dance. There’s a lot of specificity.”</p><p>JUDGES: 22 (Out of 40)</p><p>They also have the paired up couples now sitting at tables ringside. Fascinating.</p><p><b>Artem and Melora, tango</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqhpNpwIWe0SaYaHPchXqcCpMozv6fM-zypyLSjU9A1xJSgeR2OQ_PMcIHCg1QXW1nQhsQlcXP_mIMaE9Z1mD5NAsKUV5awAI8s9qk1z7Z1bk5JcBKHkwOKRg2342uVQTrwh0L9GhPvF1RxqzUD7Tshy5cJl1AkJ0IAToVKQQAcXavjmUxcTeB/s1200/IMG_0508.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="1200" height="512" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqhpNpwIWe0SaYaHPchXqcCpMozv6fM-zypyLSjU9A1xJSgeR2OQ_PMcIHCg1QXW1nQhsQlcXP_mIMaE9Z1mD5NAsKUV5awAI8s9qk1z7Z1bk5JcBKHkwOKRg2342uVQTrwh0L9GhPvF1RxqzUD7Tshy5cJl1AkJ0IAToVKQQAcXavjmUxcTeB/w640-h512/IMG_0508.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p>They dance a tango to a more hard rock number. “Simply Irresistible.”</p><p>Derek inexplicably gives this a standing ovation. “That was unbelievable. I’m actually like blown away. That had light and shade, all the dynamics. The control gliding across the floor. You threw yourself in those dips with control. Holy moly. We’re keeping an eye on you, girl.” Bruno: “My darling, you rocked that tango, and you rocked me. I love rock ’n’ roll. Great lines, great placement.” Carrie Ann: “I have to give it up for the drama. You brought the drama to that dance. And you brought the beautiful lines. You have the extension, you have the grace, you have the ferocity of spirit.” Len: “I liked it. No messing, no stressing, you just came out and danced.”</p><p>JUDGES: 26 (Out of 40)</p><p><b>Sasha and Suni Lee, jive</b> </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOH6YTPYjkA3j2Scsycvb243nIgF_R5GUtnguHYj1PnnG8IYJ4RB14x44X7anQo7NKQuFzDR4RKDiXK67cRi7-gVsxqwa0aabacaR6ioQ_6bdII16eboIMCUu41Denxnu8JKoJD5TWxS-Tod-8eBWObadPN_tYEeGBMjpJiby_cRaDkdkbQ5zz/s3000/IMG_0510.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2400" data-original-width="3000" height="512" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOH6YTPYjkA3j2Scsycvb243nIgF_R5GUtnguHYj1PnnG8IYJ4RB14x44X7anQo7NKQuFzDR4RKDiXK67cRi7-gVsxqwa0aabacaR6ioQ_6bdII16eboIMCUu41Denxnu8JKoJD5TWxS-Tod-8eBWObadPN_tYEeGBMjpJiby_cRaDkdkbQ5zz/w640-h512/IMG_0510.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p></p><p>I think I go into every season rooting the most for Sasha, who is long overdue his first Mirror Ball. This time, he’s again paired with a gymnast.</p><p>And I just loved this dance. Very fun. She did a quick (perfect) splits. Sure.</p><p>Bruno: “My golden girl. You can jive, baby. Those kicks and those flicks! The precision, the retraction, the placement.” Carrie Ann: “You are incredible. The skills you have! You are a perfect match for ballroom dancing. Everything you’re doing is amazing.” Len: “Dance is a mix between neat and precise and then freedom and flair. When it’s great, that goes together. Now this was neat, it was precise, it was right on the button. It just needed to be a little bit more free. But lovely job.” Derek: “I’ve had the privilege of dancing with two gymnasts in the past (Shawn Johnson and Nastia Lukin), and one thing I always used to say to them was: ‘A little bit less perfection, and a little bit more expression.’ Just have fun out there, cause you already have the technique.”</p><p>JUDGES: 28 (Out of 40)</p><p><b>Cheryl and Cody, tango</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDPW-KlqOg7docmXhOEGijFKAm_oMdOW_av7HuyV4pMRsegKKTt1HyF_cA09EUNAzgwlQNMGpiNh_RhvvFGMivj8APb_iKxZNz_YbpbGV2TVZoDk6bHgzz_RJTydfsGfLmq8di5TTWvmBrGsyba6CJmU9-vpTZbd7ODWFdEMR7QZb1VRYsoW38/s2000/IMG_0517.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2000" data-original-width="1332" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDPW-KlqOg7docmXhOEGijFKAm_oMdOW_av7HuyV4pMRsegKKTt1HyF_cA09EUNAzgwlQNMGpiNh_RhvvFGMivj8APb_iKxZNz_YbpbGV2TVZoDk6bHgzz_RJTydfsGfLmq8di5TTWvmBrGsyba6CJmU9-vpTZbd7ODWFdEMR7QZb1VRYsoW38/w426-h640/IMG_0517.jpeg" width="426" /></a></div><p>Everyone knows Cody Rigsby as a Peleton instructor, so of course the number starts with a bunch of people on Peleton bikes. But then it evolves into a really great tango.</p><p>(They also introduce “our new pros: Sofia and Ezra.”)</p><p>Carrie Ann: “Now Cody, I see what the hype’s all about. You are fabulous. You have great energy. I’d like to see you relax, cause you have the moves. We definitely want more of that, OK?” Len: “You have great presence. There’s a lot of promise there. You’ve got to keep your head up a little bit more. I tell you what: you are one to watch.” Derek: “You’re an absolute riot in the best possible way. Just to echo what they said a little bit, you just have to isolate your top half from your bottom half. We were so entertained. So much fun! You’re gonna be a blast.” Bruno: “Great ride. On and off the bike. I love it. Love the attitude. Some work to do, you’ll be great.”</p><p>JUDGES: 24 (Out of 40)</p><p><b>Alan and Amanda, tango</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlRyf8eyH-nxXG1rgoWHz6SwSt1FrIEDsGjcANlfj97HBJHWu04JjF_v0TGSqbD_9oqfvuu7QKznDHMKG_AU59WDExcvJoM05nQxJbbKKKjSmY_st6Qr45IC-QG_UX0i-pKZ_qYxQTmwGmxVwgJhvaHaGXzV5kDG_lWhkjhGRWjxgqqciWtFGO/s1222/IMG_0522.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="980" data-original-width="1222" height="514" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlRyf8eyH-nxXG1rgoWHz6SwSt1FrIEDsGjcANlfj97HBJHWu04JjF_v0TGSqbD_9oqfvuu7QKznDHMKG_AU59WDExcvJoM05nQxJbbKKKjSmY_st6Qr45IC-QG_UX0i-pKZ_qYxQTmwGmxVwgJhvaHaGXzV5kDG_lWhkjhGRWjxgqqciWtFGO/w640-h514/IMG_0522.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Great costumes, as you can see. I enjoyed this tango,</p><p>Len: “That was full of tango content. It had attack, it had confidence. A little bit more body contact, and maybe the feet could’ve been crisper, however, that was a really great first dance.” Derek: “In my opinion, dance is the best way to claim your joy. So good to see you out there, dancing. Unbelievable. The finesse. Your frame. The way you moved across that floor. You hit every single step right on. The attack. That was a sensational routine.” Bruno: “My love, you belong here. That was a beauty. You managed to put so many little details in the interpretation. Sometimes cool, sometimes catlike, sometimes sexy. She’s got it all.” Carrie Ann: “Hi, my friend. You brought tears to my eyes. Because I know how much you’ve been through. And I know that Nick is watching down on you, smiling at us, so proud of you. You were nothing but elegant, and beauty and finesse and just like an angel dancing. It was wonderful.”</p><p>JUDGES: 28 (Out of 40)</p><p><b>Britt and Martin, paso doble</b></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLkBTc5WKaakukzzUIhw-2ht7moevYnWu_-nxwxmLRBIyBqf0bMgoFdIeqnBvL_Uo48he7LHM1BACeTrN_zWIIijAtANhw3wu65YUBemGaVmjih8vMCxbGlti5w3ZxLijaFZHApfqs83Te2rKsCZMUH_pPW5VUmCKJdspkw-Mji2adjopWErh1/s1200/IMG_0525.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="1200" height="512" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLkBTc5WKaakukzzUIhw-2ht7moevYnWu_-nxwxmLRBIyBqf0bMgoFdIeqnBvL_Uo48he7LHM1BACeTrN_zWIIijAtANhw3wu65YUBemGaVmjih8vMCxbGlti5w3ZxLijaFZHApfqs83Te2rKsCZMUH_pPW5VUmCKJdspkw-Mji2adjopWErh1/w640-h512/IMG_0525.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /> Martin Kove, for those not in the know, is the sensei on <i>Cobra</i> <i>Kai</i>. So he starts the dance with a spoken word chant to the audience, to which they respond. “Nerves do not exist in this ballroom, do they?” (Len must hate this part…) Then the dance starts. And oh, is he terrible. He’s among the worst of the dancers they’ve ever had on <i>DWTS</i>. He’s basically walking, and making gestures with his fists. Ugh.<p></p><p>Derek: “Cobra Kai forever! That opening speech got me fired up. I just feel like you were a little unprepared. Next week, go in rehearsal with that competitive mindset. Put in the hours, and we’ll see you next week, brother.” Bruno: “The pitch! It was like somebody pitching an epic film. I thought this was gonna be a blockbuster. I think we need to work on the content to make the blockbuster. At times, it looked like you didn’t quite know what was coming next.” Carrie Ann: “I just wanna say to all of you young folks out there. I hope you’re taking notes on what commitment to character looks like. Cause that was commitment to character. But with all due respect, it was more pata than it was paso doble, so next week, we’ll see what happens.” Len: “Well, lemme say, for someone in their 70s, I thought you came out and did a really gallant effort.”</p><p>JUDGES: 13 (Out of 40)</p><p>(I don’t think I’ve ever seen 3s on this show. Wow.)</p><p><b>Brandon and Kenya, foxtrot</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoFGYNuX9x08ONIAd20wpBIX0Ab3uBcsIauXiM6icf9_B6P_4EmxywDUZbVJC2eIo2Oe8oLyhAGACbw2am57PRJlm0qoroIh6l7n2RtASpsvf0XE77HCp4bty6-zXXonecZNR9KITolBnL3WfSHrCD6Ivw_dPArJse3tOKxY1gNKz1tHfjwGNE/s2560/IMG_0529.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2560" data-original-width="1707" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoFGYNuX9x08ONIAd20wpBIX0Ab3uBcsIauXiM6icf9_B6P_4EmxywDUZbVJC2eIo2Oe8oLyhAGACbw2am57PRJlm0qoroIh6l7n2RtASpsvf0XE77HCp4bty6-zXXonecZNR9KITolBnL3WfSHrCD6Ivw_dPArJse3tOKxY1gNKz1tHfjwGNE/w426-h640/IMG_0529.jpeg" width="426" /></a></div><p>I don’t know about that stripe thing on his pants. Otherwise, nice dance. I enjoyed it.</p><p>Bruno: “It was like watching Venus emerging from a kiss. (They had a replica of that Lips sofa onstage.) Classic, glossy, with a luxurious sheen. You move very very well.” Carrie Ann: “Nice, Kenya. Kenya, you look like a queen out there. What you have that most people struggle with is the refinement and the relaxed body. You just relax so easy, but in the right posture.” Len: “I liked the nice fluidity through the arms. It had a charm and a sophistication you wanna see in a foxtrot.” Derek: “So much potential. This is Week One. I can’t wait to see what you’re gonna do in this show. Beautiful.”</p><p>JUDGES: 26 (Out of 40)</p><p><b>Pasha and Christine, tango</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBB5XX9KC5qr-L4tQuad1UxUTZz_-LxJC4UKWItFv-F38FLa21k2eI0r7oTNiGuHaQmSsZ4rVoGX7KisjrgYq1NQU_9MdbcDdu1QQ5EnmBl9pFnfZ79XvNFx4EFGRtk9vvgwmnfeSJxgG_VuPRYEbCK-4wfehWSTtrUFyM_7q3W8eRj2Fh5wKK/s1200/IMG_0531.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="630" data-original-width="1200" height="336" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBB5XX9KC5qr-L4tQuad1UxUTZz_-LxJC4UKWItFv-F38FLa21k2eI0r7oTNiGuHaQmSsZ4rVoGX7KisjrgYq1NQU_9MdbcDdu1QQ5EnmBl9pFnfZ79XvNFx4EFGRtk9vvgwmnfeSJxgG_VuPRYEbCK-4wfehWSTtrUFyM_7q3W8eRj2Fh5wKK/w640-h336/IMG_0531.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>In their package, she calls herself a “super fan” of <i>DWTS</i>. Then, she proceeds to ask him to show her his abs. (She does know his wife, Daniella, is also on the show, right?) He demurs, and says: “It’s our first meeting.” Instead of “HOW RUDE!” (Which is what I would’ve said.)</p><p>Certainly one of the best tangos of the night. Great choreography.</p><p>Carrie Ann: “Bling bling in the house. Yeah. You were like a diamond in the rough. Most dancers would pay to have that back that you have. The flexibility is incredible, but you’re a little inconsistent. But it’s still early. And this is exactly what we’re looking for on Dancing with the Stars.” Len: “It had staccato. I liked the routine. You had great control throughout it. Overall, I thought it was a terrific effort.” Derek: “I love that dress. I’m all about the bling. I’m all about the rhinestones. Really, really good. The frame was beautiful.” Bruno: “My queen of bling. You’re a gem. Little bit more polish, and you will achieve full brilliance.”</p><p>JUDGES: 25 (Out of 40)</p><p>(See? Len gave it a seven, when all the others gave it a 6.)</p><p><b>Lindsay and Matt, cha cha</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXAAzmAqWJBuRAWigEXACp3Q2Oe2y7LSoBs85Jza71TnNGuFtCdWLhqht9J9a4YfcPlS0_z5RjHqdLiXM0IpfH1yGaWB4bj0xyg2srKQEinhTrWjly19GeDDgCd9XIl2DSUoEltFhhf6kHFmThTCRYyjGufHBQuZJhCqWtqTsDplbm0SaurnWF/s1222/IMG_0532.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1222" data-original-width="979" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXAAzmAqWJBuRAWigEXACp3Q2Oe2y7LSoBs85Jza71TnNGuFtCdWLhqht9J9a4YfcPlS0_z5RjHqdLiXM0IpfH1yGaWB4bj0xyg2srKQEinhTrWjly19GeDDgCd9XIl2DSUoEltFhhf6kHFmThTCRYyjGufHBQuZJhCqWtqTsDplbm0SaurnWF/w512-h640/IMG_0532.jpeg" width="512" /></a></div><p>They dance to “Give It To Me, Baby.” Can’t go wrong with Rick James.</p><p>Len: “I would’ve liked to have seen a little bit more hip action. That was lacking. However, if you listen to Lindsay, work hard, I think your future is gonna be rosy.” (*eyeroll*) Derek: “Let’s go! That was a great cha cha. Great job. And Lindsay, welcome back. So charismatic. Great performer.” Bruno: “These guys got plenty to give. And you did deliver. Because you really have a wonderful, spontaneous quality. Natural stage presence. They’re all right. If you get the wrong footwork, you won’t get the right hip action. Next time, you’ll be brilliant.” Carrie Ann: “Footwork is iffy, for sure. What I really love is the way you use the space. You’re not afraid to use the space. A lot of big guys dance small. You dance big, and the body rolls: A+.”</p><p>JUDGES: 24 (Out of 40)</p><p><b>Sharna and Brian, foxtrot</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyNk0tYN-FY2UIXaDCcZF-dly-himRL5gpTFTYHsPSq8uVviivsas0eT0nUhwc_aSd8Gp0yAl2lnoUI0KZNmej4c4Gj0pqEE8KnKgX2CUVM_0-DzSSZHCM0nbGWXJCBfv416jwUIF2MEB7KSx1ArbdK_NP7s4yfjYHPSgeMi3DESWEubQV59AR/s1222/IMG_0536.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="979" data-original-width="1222" height="512" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyNk0tYN-FY2UIXaDCcZF-dly-himRL5gpTFTYHsPSq8uVviivsas0eT0nUhwc_aSd8Gp0yAl2lnoUI0KZNmej4c4Gj0pqEE8KnKgX2CUVM_0-DzSSZHCM0nbGWXJCBfv416jwUIF2MEB7KSx1ArbdK_NP7s4yfjYHPSgeMi3DESWEubQV59AR/w640-h512/IMG_0536.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>For my money, this is the best pairing of Week One, Season 30. Sharna Burgess and Brian Austin Green as a couple in real life, and here they are, dancing together. How wonderful! And to start off with a romantic foxtrot… I’m just swooning over here.</p><p>Sharna just looks stunning, and I just loved this dance. </p><p>Derek: “My coaches always told me, ‘Never date your dance partner.’ But I’m dating my dance partner right now, and I think it works. Brian, that was so good, man. There was like an ease to you.” Bruno: “I don’t know why, but I’m sensing some very very strong, sizzling chemistry. I wonder why. You were Prince Charming out there. Don’t stop the flow.” Carrie Ann: “I love seeing Sharna so happy. Brian, you’re staring at her most of the dance. You also have to perform out to us, ok?” Len: “This competition is developing into something special.”</p><p>JUDGES: 24 (Out of 40)</p><p>And now….drum roll, please…. The big reveal…Two girls dancing together (for the first time in 30 seasons). (*faints on fainting couch*) I can see the ABC/Disney execs, sitting on the edge of their seats, waiting for the angry letters and emails and posts. Guess what? They didn’t come. In fact, you can stop clutching your pearls now. This was a great quickstep, and no one batted an eye.</p><p><b>Jenna and JoJo, quickstep</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhp12M_Ue0zCTHRees_CtlfPeby4EZlKsXup6bSyXLOpz1ytjsD6QwnZUza3Vv0C3Tszol5U0rl-TWljU4usSZzrEBtNibWjp6SmYlCoxTn5_NWDTYmQz73s9GQneWe-jq_njs11qhcLIExF9S-ySHQz8SBrNmMq3fy-XrRo-XZ76uWZqoVNVhk/s1222/IMG_0545.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1222" data-original-width="815" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhp12M_Ue0zCTHRees_CtlfPeby4EZlKsXup6bSyXLOpz1ytjsD6QwnZUza3Vv0C3Tszol5U0rl-TWljU4usSZzrEBtNibWjp6SmYlCoxTn5_NWDTYmQz73s9GQneWe-jq_njs11qhcLIExF9S-ySHQz8SBrNmMq3fy-XrRo-XZ76uWZqoVNVhk/w426-h640/IMG_0545.jpeg" width="426" /></a></div><p>There are different accommodations that one makes to dance female-to-female. I’m sure in the ballroom dances, where the “male” role is so strongly defined (tango, paso doble), it might be a challenge. But dammit, Jenna Johnson is up to that challenge!</p><p>Personally, I’m so excited about this, even if it may take another 30 seasons to see that male-on-male rumba. #Sigh</p><p>The audience, btw, is clapping and cheering madly through this whole dance. They dance to “Are You Gonna Be My Girl?” And the answer to that is definitively YES. We have a female star with a female pro partner. Let Season 30 begin. History has been made.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDRuoSit_oiZGRjTcMbxewFOMYHOJnAKvpRnYbZLnf9ZGUVt2gECUnLLH2V8ePeQwm1SlEQS2tU6FVlFmm9WEHTwG3TSIgjr0L7wyIXAW9QnIAu9RkDOnFbDMzkk2DzmLCzkd_m84Cg0gtMl0Ie3QdwQc2PhyNPFdqD-kDGG7OzkwzYvn1Bylm/s620/IMG_0540.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="420" data-original-width="620" height="434" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDRuoSit_oiZGRjTcMbxewFOMYHOJnAKvpRnYbZLnf9ZGUVt2gECUnLLH2V8ePeQwm1SlEQS2tU6FVlFmm9WEHTwG3TSIgjr0L7wyIXAW9QnIAu9RkDOnFbDMzkk2DzmLCzkd_m84Cg0gtMl0Ie3QdwQc2PhyNPFdqD-kDGG7OzkwzYvn1Bylm/w640-h434/IMG_0540.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Let’s just point out at this moment the elephant in the room here. Bruno has been making comments in his judging to the male stars that would (at any major corporation) cause him to be marched down to HR immediately. Salacious, sexy, talking about their body parts lasciviously. No one makes a big deal about that.</p><p>And the door was opened slightly when Johnny Weir danced in drag (as Amy Winehouse) in Season 29. But these girls are embracing what this means and putting it out there for this season. I can’t wait.</p><p>Bruno: “Finally, the groundbreaking moment we’ve all been waiting for. Jojo, I’m full of joy for everyone. I love to see this freedom of expression, this liveliness.” Carrie Ann: “JoJo Siwa, making history! You and Jenna. That was amazing. Not only are you taking the lead, you lifted your partner when she slipped. You had her back, you didn’t even bat an eye.” Len: “Full of attack, full of enthusiasm, it lost a little control here and there, but Wow! What an entertaining performance.” Derek: “You were born for <i>Dancing</i> <i>with</i> <i>the</i> <i>Stars</i>.”</p><p>JUDGES: 29 (Out of 40) (The highest score of the night!)</p><p>Since it’s the first week, no one is yet eliminated. We are just getting to know all the stars. And catching our breath at this wonderful history being made. Finally. </p><p>And then, quietly, they show us this:</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjnoiFAwAmg4jJAq903v_Vy6LWR4P_3VCrshDe1Mb3Jvl9enjnmNNkGrZWbN0Kd4F876y8zhtFCzvF-ZSWASja5lWCizetCjIlK64BEMtURCNhe3dl2mmuS2ZnpzVafleXSZHcrMZQ56RDMQhEOCCo1KvT_5H_bjnM0tyuAoBF3firGw2MMzpj/s3708/IMG_6045.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2181" data-original-width="3708" height="376" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjnoiFAwAmg4jJAq903v_Vy6LWR4P_3VCrshDe1Mb3Jvl9enjnmNNkGrZWbN0Kd4F876y8zhtFCzvF-ZSWASja5lWCizetCjIlK64BEMtURCNhe3dl2mmuS2ZnpzVafleXSZHcrMZQ56RDMQhEOCCo1KvT_5H_bjnM0tyuAoBF3firGw2MMzpj/w640-h376/IMG_6045.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Awwwwww.I didn’t know Mary Wilson died. :-( Interesting that it’s all women. No men died?</p><p>Now that makes me sad.</p><p>OK, here’s a way to cheer up.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-RMzhywQY3alOED5OFN19aCyCh9kYXrIOvMmcO9Z2Ooi9GlNB6DW-OF93zK6nZQYH6ayHdE6IBe4_1rlrP65ZLndYH-cEHIxJChHp8Y5L7KHHXnYNR76EWzbf_QCPYV41jx8c0evkc6Q7RTBs8o1oJj6qmQgzEDlOaoLnJWqq01W6v6_pxY7E/s2000/IMG_0544.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1333" data-original-width="2000" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-RMzhywQY3alOED5OFN19aCyCh9kYXrIOvMmcO9Z2Ooi9GlNB6DW-OF93zK6nZQYH6ayHdE6IBe4_1rlrP65ZLndYH-cEHIxJChHp8Y5L7KHHXnYNR76EWzbf_QCPYV41jx8c0evkc6Q7RTBs8o1oJj6qmQgzEDlOaoLnJWqq01W6v6_pxY7E/w640-h426/IMG_0544.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>So is JoJo going to be voted out immediately, after America gets irate and votes her out? (To which I say: did you see Martin Kove “dance”? :-o) Or is she going to take the Mirror Ball because America loves her and Jenna so much? We shall see. It’s going to be an interesting season.</p><p><b>MICHE’s Favorites of Week One</b></p><p>1. Sasha and Suni Lee, jive</p><p>2. Cheryl and Cody, tango</p><p>3. Sharna and Brian, foxtrot</p><p>4. Lindsay and Matt, cha cha</p><p>5. Daniella and Iman, jive</p><p>6. Jenna and JoJo, quickstep</p><p>7. Val and Olive Jade, salsa</p><p>8. Alan and Amanda, tango</p><p>9. Emma and Jimmie, tango</p><p>10. Pasha and Christine, tango</p><p>11. Artem and Melora, tango</p><p>12. Witney and the Miz, cha cha</p><p>13. Gleb and Mel C., cha cha</p><p>14. Brandon and Kenya, foxtrot</p><p><br /></p><p><b>MUST GO HOME IMMEDIATELY</b></p><p>Martin Kove (sheesh)</p><p>************************************</p><p><br /></p>MicheBelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12153402057422544392noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3779897.post-26065865793596927142023-10-02T22:32:00.005-07:002023-10-10T15:13:47.087-07:00Season 29, The Finals! We Have Another Bachelorette Winner<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiF2JH3S8_h7jV8uRPJK1rktT3tr0BT6l7cR3xR4K6PcbhIL1MRzLaKo2uswSNbLKAbeGwJbSQzRaQDcql6kgoGqKpdVB97Q0FhVVsmHq12tmnfgrDQYAm3W5Bs2g8otNNkhtz9r9Kzjvf0kegCKZtPgTKw-CZ1-kEa6vp0QX4ZIxMV9rLhApFx/s4032/IMG_5846.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2336" data-original-width="4032" height="370" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiF2JH3S8_h7jV8uRPJK1rktT3tr0BT6l7cR3xR4K6PcbhIL1MRzLaKo2uswSNbLKAbeGwJbSQzRaQDcql6kgoGqKpdVB97Q0FhVVsmHq12tmnfgrDQYAm3W5Bs2g8otNNkhtz9r9Kzjvf0kegCKZtPgTKw-CZ1-kEa6vp0QX4ZIxMV9rLhApFx/w640-h370/IMG_5846.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpXhkJq1u9VKGbfEwlN4NNML8jDzQzIdLJAFXgswgDdSBTGhkQcEDLnujQMiY0hnDTsWzE08N9jFi0uPqHWSJzDiX3e95fegNUOUtXPEf3ss4UK8sYD_Yom133KAJU6YpY8TH89fHtCwb4iUgyRpo9cgR5erc1rsDGk0O7soqpZCx_7xwYjc8f/s3733/IMG_5848.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2160" data-original-width="3733" height="370" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpXhkJq1u9VKGbfEwlN4NNML8jDzQzIdLJAFXgswgDdSBTGhkQcEDLnujQMiY0hnDTsWzE08N9jFi0uPqHWSJzDiX3e95fegNUOUtXPEf3ss4UK8sYD_Yom133KAJU6YpY8TH89fHtCwb4iUgyRpo9cgR5erc1rsDGk0O7soqpZCx_7xwYjc8f/w640-h370/IMG_5848.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>An opening number!!!! *jumps up and down*</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOaegV2NSlEvY5WxzA-sIBDEHEIYRQO6U5mP6afgebi-um_kIRKhyphenhyphen4sfg-7td90Ff3T3x4gt_7SrCVTPKiaJBaGc5Vkty90M-GaN9US2FRiO6sQsW4WttRsPxhjE1xFSSeF1oJsgpkGXpomsVfEWqgUrCKUeIXnpq0SPY1vazQ79QcaVyO2n6C/s3870/IMG_5850.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2234" data-original-width="3870" height="370" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOaegV2NSlEvY5WxzA-sIBDEHEIYRQO6U5mP6afgebi-um_kIRKhyphenhyphen4sfg-7td90Ff3T3x4gt_7SrCVTPKiaJBaGc5Vkty90M-GaN9US2FRiO6sQsW4WttRsPxhjE1xFSSeF1oJsgpkGXpomsVfEWqgUrCKUeIXnpq0SPY1vazQ79QcaVyO2n6C/w640-h370/IMG_5850.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHG8ftMgHhDnngODQnsjjkcGBzMLkHtwLLmg8YJL667w_2uH2hfs7Y91JZChIvhzsyN7WsoZu3HSnvyXViLrdXuQO5csiJbyrJOyC30akVDqfDaSHNGHdcdok_2B2Li9Dw4xzg4fzCVOwR2P9yGo09LAtoicRGpepSmmnlj6y1XbvxamHt1-bn/s3585/IMG_5852.jpeg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2034" data-original-width="3585" height="364" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHG8ftMgHhDnngODQnsjjkcGBzMLkHtwLLmg8YJL667w_2uH2hfs7Y91JZChIvhzsyN7WsoZu3HSnvyXViLrdXuQO5csiJbyrJOyC30akVDqfDaSHNGHdcdok_2B2Li9Dw4xzg4fzCVOwR2P9yGo09LAtoicRGpepSmmnlj6y1XbvxamHt1-bn/w640-h364/IMG_5852.jpeg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The four finalists: Kaitlyn and Artem, Jenna and Nev, Sasha and Justina and Daniella and Nelly.</td></tr></tbody></table><p>We have two dances (including the Freestyle), a dance by Derek Hough, and Nelly performing for us. Woo hoo. First, though, they do a “Repeat Dance.” Ugh.</p><p><b>Artem and Kaitlyn, Argentine tango</b></p><p>Derek: “Kaitlyn, what a perfect dance to remind people that you deserve to be here, and you are a perfect contender for that Mirror Ball trophy. We’ve held you to a high standard, and I’m glad we did, because you’ve met it. Beautiful performance.” Bruno: “You took my breath away. It was so intensely sensuous, I’m tingling all over. To add to that, the detail was even better this time around. Absolutely stunning.” Carrie Ann: “I’m so glad you chose to do this dance again, because this is the dance where you went from being an amazing dancer to an unforgettable, exquisite… I can’t even find the words right now. What I love so much about this is you challenged yourself. I know I push you, but it’s really you. You pushed yourself, and that’s what you gave us. And this is now one of my Top Three Dances of All Time.”</p><p>JUDGES: 30 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Daniella and Nelly, samba</b></p><p>Bruno: “Let’s party with Nelly and Daniella. What you have is such a spontanaeity, a natural feel to you. You’re so engaging to watch. Watching you is great, is fun. We all want to watch you.” Carrie Ann: “Nelly, your journey has been the most fascinating for me and gives me the most joy, because you remind us that dance is so much more than just technique, just the steps, just executing with perfection, as far as the technicality speaking. You showed us that dance is about the joy of life. The transformation that you’ve made has just been incredible. You started this—I wasn’t sure that you were gonna take the full ride. But you took the full ride with us.” Derek: “To echo what she said, this show isn’t just about technique, steps and dance. It’s about moments. And you’re a moment-maker, Brother. You create moments. You fill this room with such joy. People feel good. When I ask people outside the show, ‘Hey, who you rooting for?’ A lot of people say Nelly. You connect with people at home. You did a fantastic job.”</p><p>JUDGES: 27 (Out of 30)</p><p><b>Jenna and Nev, paso doble</b></p><p>Previously, the dance (to <i>Swan</i> <i>Lake</i>) started with her at the beginning. This time, it starts with him. Makes more sense.</p><p>Carrie Ann: “That dance was perfection the first time you did it. It was once again perfection. There’s no doubt about it. What I love so much about you, is that when I watch you, I feel like I get to have a treat. Whenever you come out on this dance floor, I know it’s going to be amazing. I know it’s going to be technically amazing. I know it’s also going to be artistic. And I know you’re also going to give us 1000%. Thank you for every performance so far. I’vc loved every performance.” Derek: “I absolutely loved the little change at the beginning, where it was you starting in the spotlight, shedding your light feathers, becoming this dark beast. It was so fantastic. I feel like you kinda catfished us all. Nev Shulmann. You can dance.” Bruno: “How do you improve on perfection? You think about it. You switch the characters, and you created even more dramatic structure. More intensity. It was more thrilling, and you killed it.”</p><p>JUDGES: 30 (Out of 30)</p><p><b>Sasha and Justina, cha cha</b></p><p>Go, Justina and Sasha! I’m unabashedly rooting for them.</p><p>Derek: “I said it Week One, and I’ll say it again: ‘You are expoloding with charisma.’ You have all season long. You are just sensational to watch. So much fun.” Bruno: “Justina, la diva Latina. You were almost too hot to trot tonight. You brought in the extra spicy sauce.” Carrie Ann: “Girl, you know how to bring it. Every time you hit these hardwood floors, you light them up on fire like nobody else. You have something that is different than everybody because you have fire in a different way. Every single competitor has something so special, and it’s all different. But I love your fire.”</p><p>JUDGES: 30 (Out of 30)</p><p>Derek dances. Derek Hough’s dances are as gratuitous as Tyra Banks’ dresses.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoPJmGGhYQjB1sl00OlQwQ0cMUWbxj7P9H9d8AMz2xNQL3QWaeypFMHZ8HT1lbSCcYM-XpnOmh0liVtNeHqiOGyv-Whk7_m4yV6YspKO8h9pZ3AJb7p9LBBLcPXGB1SurRYwMWh1upXnx5J5APZgVrZYyhyphenhyphenz3C04KRuhZxKMoCMCjTRAKygSJG/s2931/IMG_5858.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1728" data-original-width="2931" height="378" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoPJmGGhYQjB1sl00OlQwQ0cMUWbxj7P9H9d8AMz2xNQL3QWaeypFMHZ8HT1lbSCcYM-XpnOmh0liVtNeHqiOGyv-Whk7_m4yV6YspKO8h9pZ3AJb7p9LBBLcPXGB1SurRYwMWh1upXnx5J5APZgVrZYyhyphenhyphenz3C04KRuhZxKMoCMCjTRAKygSJG/w640-h378/IMG_5858.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDxDWAiQU-8v0NA2IxC8hma2GLRx0FPvKeIX8PTt820dJ_V1QK8tUjNnJ3aCYgeeL6vTTM0UwcX_wV8l8ULbF5DSUNF1REVLRv4dZS7V31rmMKH9wuEQqtw0ie85wTV47lUjFfNz79qTn4lcxM4uq_f0-JjDqKwpd59_GRtZ8vqXNWRKqKTtA4/s3888/IMG_5859.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2181" data-original-width="3888" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDxDWAiQU-8v0NA2IxC8hma2GLRx0FPvKeIX8PTt820dJ_V1QK8tUjNnJ3aCYgeeL6vTTM0UwcX_wV8l8ULbF5DSUNF1REVLRv4dZS7V31rmMKH9wuEQqtw0ie85wTV47lUjFfNz79qTn4lcxM4uq_f0-JjDqKwpd59_GRtZ8vqXNWRKqKTtA4/w640-h360/IMG_5859.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>So back to the show. Onto what we really came here for: the Freestyle dances.</p><p><b>Daniella and Nelly, Freestyle</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjijRoppWdd34M07lRRcHU3Cxw1WtPWW890NOd129bkZDGaWBFt2id-uf40qOQBTxPAA9wzlQSpCdgAL_gwgQ60A5ubmDhzrc7P4Rc5epFwqC-VBj2nPVIgftw9PaDIXKxOxQkPtFtvbQ3a5OvhZLtSNnrHZ3YY9Euxo3yoKXlMDhYq8x3qYY3F/s1200/IMG_0471.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="1200" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjijRoppWdd34M07lRRcHU3Cxw1WtPWW890NOd129bkZDGaWBFt2id-uf40qOQBTxPAA9wzlQSpCdgAL_gwgQ60A5ubmDhzrc7P4Rc5epFwqC-VBj2nPVIgftw9PaDIXKxOxQkPtFtvbQ3a5OvhZLtSNnrHZ3YY9Euxo3yoKXlMDhYq8x3qYY3F/w640-h426/IMG_0471.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>For me, one of the worst Freestyles I’ve seen in years. Ugh. The less said about it, the better.</p><p>Bruno: “The King of Swag and the King of Bling. Great.” Carrie Ann: “If you don’t mind, I’m going to talk a little bit about your partner. This partnership has been outstanding. This dance gives me hope, because it was a hybrid of hip hop and ballroom and Latin. Two worlds that you would not normally put together. You guys brought them together and created something so magical you give me hope for the future.” Derek: “It had everything. The intro was so good. And then the ending. Especially in the Freestyle, it’s so important to start strong and end strong, and that’s what you did.”</p><p>JUDGES: 30 (Out of 30)</p><p><b>Artem and Kaitlyn, Freestyle</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZKJS502bv-uVb6EumVXy1-uDlEbj_wETrcPFiMVt6hXczXoySGfA10-KAlqJoTlVWaArtSB4ig4oX8bjooPERBevnSUJSk0sW3vASfHegqq9Vk0VVOUVAGgcxNU7EJP0yVH9Z6kRqozKB86MquizNLFA2JRGbfKWoJE8B0KbiWrlfQkrE4LOY/s1200/IMG_0473.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="675" data-original-width="1200" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZKJS502bv-uVb6EumVXy1-uDlEbj_wETrcPFiMVt6hXczXoySGfA10-KAlqJoTlVWaArtSB4ig4oX8bjooPERBevnSUJSk0sW3vASfHegqq9Vk0VVOUVAGgcxNU7EJP0yVH9Z6kRqozKB86MquizNLFA2JRGbfKWoJE8B0KbiWrlfQkrE4LOY/w640-h360/IMG_0473.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>They danced to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend.” (“Sparkling Diamonds” from <i>Moulin</i> <i>Rouge</i>) <span>It </span>was a very fun number, and the troupe (actually pro dancers) helped. Also, back in the day, the Freestyle used to represent the journey that a person had gone through during the season. And it reflected the person, the star. When I think of Kaitlyn Bristowe, “diamonds” aren’t in the top 100 things I’d think about her. So I’m not sure at all where this choice came from. (She’s also not wearing any “diamonds.”)</p><p>Carrie Ann: “That is one of my favorite movies of all time. That number is one of my favorite all-time cinema moments. So I have very high expectations. Thank God, you met them. You’re incredible. That you brought that to life, and so much more. I’m so proud of you.” Derek: “I remember watching you, and Chris Harrison surprising you, telling you you were going to be on <i>Dancing</i> <i>with</i> the <i>Stars</i>. Going from a Zoom call on a couch to a ascending down on this giant swing. Here you are on the <i>Dancing</i> <i>with</i> <i>the</i> <i>Stars</i> final. So close to the trophy. Congratulations.” Bruno: “What I liked about it, you really captured the feel of that Baz Luhrmann extravaganza. But it was so jam-packed with content. It was a showcase of <i>Dancing</i> <i>with</i> the <i>Stars.”</i></p><p>JUDGES: 30 (Out of 30)</p><p><b>Jenna and Nev, Freestyle</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyLsBWMwN5zAAoytHANpqTb90LekPJZATu8RBlqyqXC3SaIZRAPIjHTGFFjQsG0VnmOK8ijlboHttYfpklBVvssGdtU0dYathSe7CYSuo1zdx5QOsMGczjgo8pMMf8oEf_tegtF6PvuhaTRYAvFjTCy3trfxFFfOcuKi1n6m7oKAVZJXhyphenhyphenR9-B/s3631/IMG_5937.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2097" data-original-width="3631" height="370" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyLsBWMwN5zAAoytHANpqTb90LekPJZATu8RBlqyqXC3SaIZRAPIjHTGFFjQsG0VnmOK8ijlboHttYfpklBVvssGdtU0dYathSe7CYSuo1zdx5QOsMGczjgo8pMMf8oEf_tegtF6PvuhaTRYAvFjTCy3trfxFFfOcuKi1n6m7oKAVZJXhyphenhyphenR9-B/w640-h370/IMG_5937.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>OTOH, when I heard they were dancing to “Singin’in the Rain,” I got worried. Derek Hough had memorably recreated this dance, even discussing it with Gene Kelly’s widow. It was serious. He went into meticulous detail with his dance.</p><p>Jenna and Nev take another tack. They start out the traditional way, perhaps, but then they get into this.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRS_9jhKM43K9NcCCjt93SvZ3HRiQs244P61tlSt9Kb0pw4epuhE1HYl6Qt9NF5RgV4Jhupue8399FMebqeSkMnqUXNrNAARE3X5DoWSDPZBBLt5JTAD0ZhvFJWak_knglIVnIa1BGe9Z6vmMzh0PurtiOhJyaWafBIaoHrw45TsLQ9f51tOFT/s3455/IMG_5966.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2012" data-original-width="3455" height="372" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRS_9jhKM43K9NcCCjt93SvZ3HRiQs244P61tlSt9Kb0pw4epuhE1HYl6Qt9NF5RgV4Jhupue8399FMebqeSkMnqUXNrNAARE3X5DoWSDPZBBLt5JTAD0ZhvFJWak_knglIVnIa1BGe9Z6vmMzh0PurtiOhJyaWafBIaoHrw45TsLQ9f51tOFT/w640-h372/IMG_5966.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>With, of course, actual water involved.</p><p>Luckily, there’s also this:</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4_QPTJsJv2q3SySnDOLomhZ3LtlAPItS_u52OBjflOMScq7ul5kLID33F7AN66jG9cMo-a-chmOJ_pTA1iXFchkBHNaR7W0-yXQckhgVhvvkk_ZaVXQBYOhqTIGOw61yaAeAxZPUCH2_tV_GYiiQqEtY42LrfkAzHYNYlmJLWmDuv67MxL9zr/s3469/IMG_5953.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2030" data-original-width="3469" height="374" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4_QPTJsJv2q3SySnDOLomhZ3LtlAPItS_u52OBjflOMScq7ul5kLID33F7AN66jG9cMo-a-chmOJ_pTA1iXFchkBHNaR7W0-yXQckhgVhvvkk_ZaVXQBYOhqTIGOw61yaAeAxZPUCH2_tV_GYiiQqEtY42LrfkAzHYNYlmJLWmDuv67MxL9zr/w640-h374/IMG_5953.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>(Which memorably recreates the costumes of Debbie Reynolds and Donald O’Connor.)</p><p>So, at least their Freestyle used the actual movie that their costumes are from. As such, personally, I’d give their Freestyle higher points.</p><p>Derek: “Listen, you can’t pull off Gene Kelly or <i>Singin</i>’ <i>in</i> <i>the</i> <i>Rain</i> unless you’re a leading man. Nev, my friend, you are a leading man. You bring the best out in Jenna as well. She has done a sensational job all season long. The two of you! What a way to finish out the season. I loved it.” Bruno: “You were aiming very very high with this one. I have to say, you succeeded. That midsection, reinventing the dynamic between Gene Kelly and Cyd Charisse (sic), it was showstopping. It was inspired, it was beautiful. And I was not expecting that.” Carrie Ann: “That was like three routines in one. It was very exciting. Classic, then it got a little raunchy, then the water. So many levels to it. You are an incredible performer. I feel we have said it over and over again, but it’s this partnership that makes it magical. And I just wanna congratulate all of the partners, and the pros, who have done an incredible job this season with all of you.”</p><p>JUDGES: 30 (Out of 30)</p><p><b>Sasha and Justina, Freestyle</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhi7FoDObgTXU0_B-F3_i1_kekvA9LO2_x0ENZ0t9bRzwnJpuLsgfMA79NBt8Be837Sn-BNxOZktRrrRdC6RZrxSbEN35xqU-Hdev3PcAk-uAbQ6Bwj4uOsspkgc172LEJWLcLJ0mU6YD7mDDMsGdO-Z3JAmmgVcgdaJU_9iw_sxISaJqLAUCM8/s800/IMG_0481.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="420" data-original-width="800" height="336" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhi7FoDObgTXU0_B-F3_i1_kekvA9LO2_x0ENZ0t9bRzwnJpuLsgfMA79NBt8Be837Sn-BNxOZktRrrRdC6RZrxSbEN35xqU-Hdev3PcAk-uAbQ6Bwj4uOsspkgc172LEJWLcLJ0mU6YD7mDDMsGdO-Z3JAmmgVcgdaJU_9iw_sxISaJqLAUCM8/w640-h336/IMG_0481.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p>At least this Freestyle speaks to the person who’s dancing (like it used to be). And isn’t copying some movie from eons ago. (Not that that’s a bad thing.) </p><p>She just looks like she’s having a blast in this dance. Parts of it are in Spanish (of course). Fabulous, and very Justina.</p><p>Bruno: “Oh my darling. That really was a celebration of the Latin spirit. The warmth, the passion, the joy, the zest for life. It was so uplifting, I actually hit the rafters (*eyeroll*). It was a tonic for your soul.” Carrie Ann: “I loved that dance. What I loved about it was the message. The Freestyle is all about strategy. You used this moment to send out a powerful message. It’s a celebration of you, your strength, your courage and your culture.” Derek: “I couldn’t think of a better Freestyle to finish this entire season. That was so good. The intro was fire. All the different things, you guys just crushed it.”</p><p>JUDGES: 30 (Out of 30)</p><p><b>MICHE’s Favorite Freestyles</b></p><p>1. Jenna and Nev</p><p>2. Sasha and Justina</p><p>3. Artem and Kaitlyn</p><p>Then Nelly performs some of his greatest hits. Daniella, of course, dances.</p><p> They show clips of everyone’s friends, family and otherwise cheer sections, saying why they deserve the Mirror Ball. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9cjIn4dGMYkd67iGe8pnF67Av54kX8bhc2F5fRacCpVGhxPq74U3wzhyphenhyphenOJaTKofwfh0pL8NWLM-JnrnnjGHdxrzx8PF1miDlchlhZ6dt3-XpHjN6aZ7w4j22bo37ARjeiIM3UXGavNBxUjoS00e-i4pwCl7OmUoXN8Y31jHUpAnRsJjngTFoP/s3828/IMG_5999.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2213" data-original-width="3828" height="370" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9cjIn4dGMYkd67iGe8pnF67Av54kX8bhc2F5fRacCpVGhxPq74U3wzhyphenhyphenOJaTKofwfh0pL8NWLM-JnrnnjGHdxrzx8PF1miDlchlhZ6dt3-XpHjN6aZ7w4j22bo37ARjeiIM3UXGavNBxUjoS00e-i4pwCl7OmUoXN8Y31jHUpAnRsJjngTFoP/w640-h370/IMG_5999.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p>The couple in 4th place is:</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpxe1au0thr48WSdjaWmaFrvqIVheg8_5fKmu6aV0ezAbrYacu4Lf5eDC8m4ZudljjiJGhVq-XPsk3PM-Zr_jTvBNGhSeuOyl9LvREL4hyphenhyphenIcdlCLNsIBseGYzHME56wkRsRiv8CfcbX5-pnIvL4VKSdTVbqHCU8mFt_e02MtZSETkwdxnPMWqH/s250/IMG_0482.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="250" data-original-width="250" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpxe1au0thr48WSdjaWmaFrvqIVheg8_5fKmu6aV0ezAbrYacu4Lf5eDC8m4ZudljjiJGhVq-XPsk3PM-Zr_jTvBNGhSeuOyl9LvREL4hyphenhyphenIcdlCLNsIBseGYzHME56wkRsRiv8CfcbX5-pnIvL4VKSdTVbqHCU8mFt_e02MtZSETkwdxnPMWqH/w320-h320/IMG_0482.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><p>Robbed! They were robbed! :-(</p><p>Daniella and Nelly, thankfully, took third place.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbYcf7oy_pXHTtDJAadAuZ2FDyZsTd2XhbEYQGMgj9i2aAtXA-hXR3zDm-QtmRpQnGAVpcvOgfE0P8WnU22Pc4m_eaUFMtiOIOrneZ08D1HBvGD7KbQpEfBVyE08VlNFL0VxGcb6A1wg-MJw77ZjPOuxU_61PIxUP-_RDFO24w7UqaEZpgq5c4/s3765/IMG_6004.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2135" data-original-width="3765" height="362" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbYcf7oy_pXHTtDJAadAuZ2FDyZsTd2XhbEYQGMgj9i2aAtXA-hXR3zDm-QtmRpQnGAVpcvOgfE0P8WnU22Pc4m_eaUFMtiOIOrneZ08D1HBvGD7KbQpEfBVyE08VlNFL0VxGcb6A1wg-MJw77ZjPOuxU_61PIxUP-_RDFO24w7UqaEZpgq5c4/w640-h362/IMG_6004.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Either of these couples could win. I think, based on their Freestyles, that Nev and Jenna deserved to win of these two. But here you go.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1VvC2QEludbKNZoXMCSCPiKkSYn1_8XkbSIsDPvR1liiemct07ikXSrBYg0_9TdkaDEOobsrCoRunoGJMGqHRw8LZGIrOqW6_Khb8C5oZG7MGkM2_fT4KNtt_Jnt1ZUqUnK8YM7i18J4r5GtkIdXNG4CS3qwqLhRin-H7I2RrowYFWyHQWlEm/s3849/IMG_6006.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2195" data-original-width="3849" height="365" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1VvC2QEludbKNZoXMCSCPiKkSYn1_8XkbSIsDPvR1liiemct07ikXSrBYg0_9TdkaDEOobsrCoRunoGJMGqHRw8LZGIrOqW6_Khb8C5oZG7MGkM2_fT4KNtt_Jnt1ZUqUnK8YM7i18J4r5GtkIdXNG4CS3qwqLhRin-H7I2RrowYFWyHQWlEm/w640-h365/IMG_6006.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Artem’s first Mirror Ball. That’s a good thing. Because it’s COVID times, we don’t have everyone lifting Artem up. He’s probably glad about that. Congrats.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh91cK30GBROzM7rjx7Q_M0KoJ6K9hV-5fxnmzyfyl5p2FRSRsSTWHLpBB3u4yAISU5PR5moFCW8S93NxqZWTkHRXz6laBTKfH5aUNpHDpAdNuooDHUozPeqfs-zx5E4k94ct8ihq4MPWGt8tbvODEPce-yu2B2KNkCVnVXxRps5pywD0D9IKgU/s874/IMG_0485.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="874" data-original-width="634" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh91cK30GBROzM7rjx7Q_M0KoJ6K9hV-5fxnmzyfyl5p2FRSRsSTWHLpBB3u4yAISU5PR5moFCW8S93NxqZWTkHRXz6laBTKfH5aUNpHDpAdNuooDHUozPeqfs-zx5E4k94ct8ihq4MPWGt8tbvODEPce-yu2B2KNkCVnVXxRps5pywD0D9IKgU/w464-h640/IMG_0485.jpeg" width="464" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVTNN5VwEVM_fcPUqknVg6AZGUhv8OnobR_HaYYcVb70gpyQb_i0IWmC8cGL4CW5ei80UgItniAcp7mbMJB0uUjCIlUcIS4UiEB2LMFBXo4PdLyIjkMbrg_kIYNb2EFDjHS6P3ubAuFlREsRyW_YpP1e8BEF3nB6DBfYMRQaq0VTwRfm7_ciTs/s570/IMG_0484.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="570" data-original-width="379" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVTNN5VwEVM_fcPUqknVg6AZGUhv8OnobR_HaYYcVb70gpyQb_i0IWmC8cGL4CW5ei80UgItniAcp7mbMJB0uUjCIlUcIS4UiEB2LMFBXo4PdLyIjkMbrg_kIYNb2EFDjHS6P3ubAuFlREsRyW_YpP1e8BEF3nB6DBfYMRQaq0VTwRfm7_ciTs/w426-h640/IMG_0484.jpeg" width="426" /></a></div><p>****************************************</p><br />MicheBelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12153402057422544392noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3779897.post-68216489622658394132023-10-01T10:48:00.001-07:002023-10-01T10:53:31.904-07:00Season 29, Semifinals Bring Two Dances and Two Eliminations<p> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3EE2vZiscDukVZSS3T2Ky1Yikrl1n5Tx9cETqw4MM_OBZY8nVZe4OOE3K7xFJ5qfi1Cb_xdh7FUj0cxBfj-dm8MMc1-bMUgx_O3zHQO9PaiGgOgXqZvz3jrKS5bhIKaPpVdmudf3IVLlYdMOqRFLUYB5eqcyMLSWMAqt9sTRoyQglyF0IMh01/s3508/IMG_5719.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2030" data-original-width="3508" height="370" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3EE2vZiscDukVZSS3T2Ky1Yikrl1n5Tx9cETqw4MM_OBZY8nVZe4OOE3K7xFJ5qfi1Cb_xdh7FUj0cxBfj-dm8MMc1-bMUgx_O3zHQO9PaiGgOgXqZvz3jrKS5bhIKaPpVdmudf3IVLlYdMOqRFLUYB5eqcyMLSWMAqt9sTRoyQglyF0IMh01/w640-h370/IMG_5719.jpeg" width="640" /></a></p><p>We have another lame intro thing, where the stars ask “real people” who they are voting for. Yawn.</p><p>Then, eons of time of Tyra Banks walking down the stairs. Double yawn.</p><p>And since Tyra gets to walk down, they have the judges walking down too. Sheesh. Can we start already? God, I miss the opening numbers!</p><p>We learn that the dancers will have two numbers tonight. </p><p>First round is “Judges’ Redemption.”</p><p><b>Alan and Skai, cha cha</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjv5-7WfcOHhHOWkzUj_uqWiQ_oYsycAEL6aMBLO9UmYVlisPkV6aX2LTtCe7GcobpK460BSN1PZqCnJMJswaDr6H3pcCjYouHrE4gLYdABRXnBpxrp0TZo6t_Od3EKuYZx9jbn1BJkfTkeCrLzIFtTH8JgmgfsVyj9jAfEkMCSvgdEO8MIUByd/s800/IMG_0436.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="420" data-original-width="800" height="336" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjv5-7WfcOHhHOWkzUj_uqWiQ_oYsycAEL6aMBLO9UmYVlisPkV6aX2LTtCe7GcobpK460BSN1PZqCnJMJswaDr6H3pcCjYouHrE4gLYdABRXnBpxrp0TZo6t_Od3EKuYZx9jbn1BJkfTkeCrLzIFtTH8JgmgfsVyj9jAfEkMCSvgdEO8MIUByd/w640-h336/IMG_0436.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Don’t like this song or this dance.</p><p>They have Bruno as a judge mentor.</p><p>Bruno: “Your legs were so much better.” Carrie Ann: “I thought it was amazing. I’m so proud of you. This is redemption. What a great way to start the semifinals. On point. You were so crisp.” Derek: “Just your confidence. You feel so much more relaxed, but so much stronger in your movement. So sharp. Also, this is my favorite dress of the season. Such a brilliant dance.”</p><p>JUDGES: 27 (Out of 30)</p><p><b>Sasha and Justina, tango</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7airt1n_oDn-tuTsM1M0wbzuokZElsmkNguvKmVTHOAH2UHrij35BHFj9T2XwhQbAPxq95knaZmSd-h2OaSw2RPcTRuXKqEYPJlao-K1nimnozsHvYKj7c0HxHBZKQrQVLReXCSXKxaFr1S53Zo32AOrICtWq7RtOzf_oR-beCenU9gFv_zhd/s1280/IMG_0439.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7airt1n_oDn-tuTsM1M0wbzuokZElsmkNguvKmVTHOAH2UHrij35BHFj9T2XwhQbAPxq95knaZmSd-h2OaSw2RPcTRuXKqEYPJlao-K1nimnozsHvYKj7c0HxHBZKQrQVLReXCSXKxaFr1S53Zo32AOrICtWq7RtOzf_oR-beCenU9gFv_zhd/w640-h360/IMG_0439.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>I lovcd this tango. Of course, I also love Justina and Sasha and want them to win.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLDTUsBBJJ5D0UkHslu-yLMOzawuyY-Cus5lmazgKpY-XYKBtbUKZgSbNvEzHiN1dX1LBak_5N-PMTtt1fRidvsvFWK2UraNBBJT-macVn3odWM55TJki72bIYTRQWyUFsVp3_4GrxD4Ot8cxsFHS7XeOlVHIWgWyDALy-712frCKu9j3JLZrW/s3124/IMG_5750.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1826" data-original-width="3124" height="374" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLDTUsBBJJ5D0UkHslu-yLMOzawuyY-Cus5lmazgKpY-XYKBtbUKZgSbNvEzHiN1dX1LBak_5N-PMTtt1fRidvsvFWK2UraNBBJT-macVn3odWM55TJki72bIYTRQWyUFsVp3_4GrxD4Ot8cxsFHS7XeOlVHIWgWyDALy-712frCKu9j3JLZrW/w640-h374/IMG_5750.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>They have Derek as a judge mentor.</p><p>Derek: “Justina! First of all, that intro. The attack, the passion, the energy. Your frame is so exquisite, it’s so stunning. There was no hops. So good. Loved it.” Bruno: “That’s what I was waiting for. You don’t mess with that girl. On top of it, total change of intention that allowed you to drive through the right feeling. And it all happened. So much better.” Carrie Ann: “Mama, you’re on fire tonight. The way you danced together as one. You’re always beautiful and passionate, but tonight, there was like an new oozing sensuality that came from true confidence. All of that is perfect for this dance. Wonderful dance.”</p><p>JUDGES: 28 (Out of 30)</p><p><b>Britt and Johnny, salsa</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJTY9zzMjKubd_UKl5SI1973sZqRXswPvBq5hEE94yN3WP1fKzk6W-f6ZPcj_1J-zluw5YIoUpXPE1brMzaggiBkgp3CTcxLy1QthMpZFZJ1AcDQ62qftzQNzRj3v9S98YDOSVlmwfCpPjq6IWePMV5xKXMLVmZ8YxWc6qqbOUO_25jgY1DJYB/s1280/IMG_0185.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJTY9zzMjKubd_UKl5SI1973sZqRXswPvBq5hEE94yN3WP1fKzk6W-f6ZPcj_1J-zluw5YIoUpXPE1brMzaggiBkgp3CTcxLy1QthMpZFZJ1AcDQ62qftzQNzRj3v9S98YDOSVlmwfCpPjq6IWePMV5xKXMLVmZ8YxWc6qqbOUO_25jgY1DJYB/w640-h360/IMG_0185.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>I just love watching Britt. She’s so spectacular. I liked this salsa, too.</p><p>They have Carrie Ann as a judge mentor, who coaches them via Zoom.</p><p>Carrie Ann: “I felt you were much more in control. I’m so proud of you. I saw the work that I wanted to see from you.” Derek: “First of all, that was a tough routine. That was intricate, and the fact that you were able to that with such power, finesse, it was fantastic. I’m lovin’ this Redemption Dance. Everybody is getting better, they’re improving.” Bruno: “You really have the feeling now, of action and reaction and connection. And you maintained that kind of rhythmical fluidity that you need in the salsa.”</p><p>JUDGES: 27 (Out of 30)</p><p><b>Daniella and Nelly, paso doble</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOaca4LTCmMpcAiBEIAspk8gCKYSz-mEuJ0VHssxBs9Z_OIoUT0hn2PvUpO8uJ56Eg6vJvYdx7mAmr0FblraD_IRxjdCOemxV8T84WONHqa5Bne6zIx6TSPzx5OUKii_rbNdbsAZWeboINHxRyTbM6F0xSOYf78MbAa-ND1Dlfxtu0-hk7Hcl0/s3230/IMG_5836.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1918" data-original-width="3230" height="380" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOaca4LTCmMpcAiBEIAspk8gCKYSz-mEuJ0VHssxBs9Z_OIoUT0hn2PvUpO8uJ56Eg6vJvYdx7mAmr0FblraD_IRxjdCOemxV8T84WONHqa5Bne6zIx6TSPzx5OUKii_rbNdbsAZWeboINHxRyTbM6F0xSOYf78MbAa-ND1Dlfxtu0-hk7Hcl0/w640-h380/IMG_5836.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Nelly should have been eliminated last week. I don’t think much of his dancing at all. But one can remain stoic with paso doble.</p><p>They have Bruno as a judge mentor.</p><p>Bruno: “I could see shapes. I could see lines. What I loved: you used restraint power.” Carrie Ann: “You danced that with power and presence. There was a regalness to what you were doing. You have so much control over your body. So impressive. You told the story beautifully.” Derek: “First of all, there is definitely improvement. The focus you have was so captivating.”</p><p>JUDGES: 26 (Out of 30)</p><p><b>Jenna and Nev, foxtrot</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVFVltHrF4S_5cfe-KcCFPKPcqQFCE80SGUeZHrypBJ7qp_MfdBaRK5qOacYRnOjfTqE6iCYR3Lh8FpIO6T1K_kZieJH9H6L6tlQyZIAOZnKm2t_Mhc6mr6OXKNMldtJRRIOBOck3Qd4jbEheHgxN_frsbd5rOPK2tYl6QHgkh4Fsn1Py7LtrB/s634/IMG_0449.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="507" data-original-width="634" height="512" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVFVltHrF4S_5cfe-KcCFPKPcqQFCE80SGUeZHrypBJ7qp_MfdBaRK5qOacYRnOjfTqE6iCYR3Lh8FpIO6T1K_kZieJH9H6L6tlQyZIAOZnKm2t_Mhc6mr6OXKNMldtJRRIOBOck3Qd4jbEheHgxN_frsbd5rOPK2tYl6QHgkh4Fsn1Py7LtrB/w640-h512/IMG_0449.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Pink shoes? Really? wow. Certainly better than their Week One dance. </p><p>They have Derek as a judge mentor.</p><p>Derek: “What I loved about that routine was that it was classic. It was pure. It was pure foxtrot. What makes a good foxtrot? Control. You were in absolute control from start to finish, throughout that entire routine. Beautiful.” Bruno: “No messing around. Boom! The frame. You never lost it. Even your bum was under control. You seem to as well have an instinct to interpret the music absolutely right, so in tune with Jenna. Brilliant.” Carrie Ann: “From that first step, the body contact was incredible. Talk about mastering the technique. You have become a true ballroom artist.”</p><p>JUDGES: 30 (Out of 30)</p><p><b>Artem and Kaitlyn, paso doble</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsRr_esRcu6mu83LdrzHcgKSc7_iZaTWU_5OGPIshAZM2fKfyGYsQyVo_u5voPEmGCnRi2GfUvF4WUzcLDlmyH4DvJc6_FTnbxxGbJC5mT2STkuloskH8min62E6UIAC2RvJFf0rRWvNfzNcTgDudq8Bw7swYu7n33mz7CLdONdm6lLv7MO7ep/s780/IMG_0450.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="439" data-original-width="780" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsRr_esRcu6mu83LdrzHcgKSc7_iZaTWU_5OGPIshAZM2fKfyGYsQyVo_u5voPEmGCnRi2GfUvF4WUzcLDlmyH4DvJc6_FTnbxxGbJC5mT2STkuloskH8min62E6UIAC2RvJFf0rRWvNfzNcTgDudq8Bw7swYu7n33mz7CLdONdm6lLv7MO7ep/w640-h360/IMG_0450.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Great music. Sounds like Rodrigo y Gabriela. Fun dance.</p><p>They have Carrie Ann as a judge mentor, who coaches them via Zoom.</p><p>Carrie Ann: “That was amazing. From the moment you began, it was passionate, it was powerful.You were so in the zone. Every nuance. I could feel you. I’m so happy for you. This is what we want.We want everybody to feel great. This was a fantastic, and fast and furious paso doble.” Derek: “You sold me. That was awesome.” Bruno: “Seriously, it was 100% authentic paso doble.” </p><p>JUDGES: 30 (Out of 30)</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVcVsAsojyenjVZeDC4l4uXSBxfBS8aWqv0l2rQoiuQK3JvK08V4J9SAWuBFI-wDdL11T2aK9ZOd59fozCQuoeqjdKAj4vQlWdWh0vxYRwnIm3CdKZ1-jzHbkuA9vb2Hilnhm6W_k3jeyIC-KoRuGlkckP00uApnviqDa8e-qcEvlZ3SXaBNLt/s3596/IMG_5838.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2100" data-original-width="3596" height="374" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVcVsAsojyenjVZeDC4l4uXSBxfBS8aWqv0l2rQoiuQK3JvK08V4J9SAWuBFI-wDdL11T2aK9ZOd59fozCQuoeqjdKAj4vQlWdWh0vxYRwnIm3CdKZ1-jzHbkuA9vb2Hilnhm6W_k3jeyIC-KoRuGlkckP00uApnviqDa8e-qcEvlZ3SXaBNLt/w640-h374/IMG_5838.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p><b>ROUND 2</b></p><p><b>Sasha and Justina, contemporary</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-TCqokM6ZRHn8fyDOi165iiFQ5joOG4Cpq5C8Zr87IjN7NAhojNNNiROP6xGRTOwkn2gMJ_JGftPD3XkEqQYKXxrzwnqaWuVrQ6SCNKQ6ot0wRbSWDfCin51cQvUvKpvcvWIl8E3wwGwD5-M_jPZwLAs1gUl1s4CuMRhGh6i6GDt7iXst0yQJ/s720/IMG_0453.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="720" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-TCqokM6ZRHn8fyDOi165iiFQ5joOG4Cpq5C8Zr87IjN7NAhojNNNiROP6xGRTOwkn2gMJ_JGftPD3XkEqQYKXxrzwnqaWuVrQ6SCNKQ6ot0wRbSWDfCin51cQvUvKpvcvWIl8E3wwGwD5-M_jPZwLAs1gUl1s4CuMRhGh6i6GDt7iXst0yQJ/w640-h640/IMG_0453.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>\Well, I don’t normally like Contemporary, but I really liked Sasha and Justina’s. They dance to “Holding Out for a Hero” because Sasha’s her hero. It was beautiful.</p><p>Derek: “Oh my goodness. I’m just having moments tonight, because it is coming to the end of the season. And this is where all the emotions are mixed into… there are no words. Thank you so much. I just love watching you dance. It feels effortless. I know it’s been challenging. I know it’s difficult, but your gift is to look like it comes from you, from within. Beautiful arms. I love seeing you smile and embrace that dance.” Bruno: “Such freedom of movement. Sense of relief. It was almost like when you watch a child, unleashed (!) running through a meadow. I don’t care about anything, it is me. This is who I am, this is what it is. Take it or leave it.” Carrie Ann: “Justina, you’re right, about Sasha. He’s a very special heart (as Sasha bows his head, embarrassed), and having him by your side has brought out something so incredible. This dance…we talk about ‘What is a 10?’… ‘What is perfection?’ It’s when magic happens on the dance floor. And you can’t put your finger on it, but you feel it in your heart. That did that for me tonight. It was beautiful. It was authentic. You were telling us your appreciation for Sasha, and I could feel it. It was gorgeous.”</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5-CFH25nyq9g8frcs_Tdd1nOhl2TDMCahnyzprdV5KIOH4aLSjlxEr94XqwJ0_JYaUKI0_maAfHtJ5lCWrZTJDAU4UJRxhgdV7PsNU57nP6MUhLPKNFa0ltVjz4fQmsonE7gKvxFiQSwZuzxrbMh-0fhKtVCioqtcvdPYt54OrCyWsPh-oVe3/s620/IMG_0452.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="413" data-original-width="620" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5-CFH25nyq9g8frcs_Tdd1nOhl2TDMCahnyzprdV5KIOH4aLSjlxEr94XqwJ0_JYaUKI0_maAfHtJ5lCWrZTJDAU4UJRxhgdV7PsNU57nP6MUhLPKNFa0ltVjz4fQmsonE7gKvxFiQSwZuzxrbMh-0fhKtVCioqtcvdPYt54OrCyWsPh-oVe3/w640-h426/IMG_0452.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>JUDGES: 30 (Out of 30)</p><p><b>Alan and Skai, Viennese waltz</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9dp9fNc8wPdmBTeoe9GvH90p4e-yHZenc-hik5bR8xUdkn_NI2Nq0bDDjthkV7FgcOu2IrrtgIVySKBLkYSmZXshOuKLXPNjMn_bdW1pigt-vaZOm4eHpH5pq_v8bxWjtbVSzdTXScp8-yjffPM-l80DoxKQY5p3HRaiwmS12qvmQ6-fy8yEA/s1024/IMG_0457.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="683" data-original-width="1024" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9dp9fNc8wPdmBTeoe9GvH90p4e-yHZenc-hik5bR8xUdkn_NI2Nq0bDDjthkV7FgcOu2IrrtgIVySKBLkYSmZXshOuKLXPNjMn_bdW1pigt-vaZOm4eHpH5pq_v8bxWjtbVSzdTXScp8-yjffPM-l80DoxKQY5p3HRaiwmS12qvmQ6-fy8yEA/w640-h426/IMG_0457.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>They dance to “Lonely” by Miley Cyrus. Nice choreography by Alan. </p><p>Bruno: “The elegance. That could be a Vogue cover. What you did was so beautiful. You managed to maintain an emotional connection, all through the dance. You were telling the story like you’ve never done before, without ever losing the weightless flow that we require from Viennese waltz.” Carrie Ann: “Skai, you are an exceptional young woman. You have a grace, elegance and determination. You do not stop fighting ever, and it’s so impressive. But what I loved most about tonight is that sometimes when women are strong, we don’t show the vulnerability. But the vulnerability is the most beautiful part, because that’s what is the power behind the strength. Tonight, you expressed your vulnerability and it just took the dance to a whole other level. Tonight, this was for you.” Derek: “I’m gonna echo what they both said. It was just beautiful. Elegant. Your frame was gorgeous. You emoted, throughout the whole dance. I really felt you. I connected. Because you were connected to yourself. And when you connect to yourself, others connect to you.”</p><p>JUDGES: 30 (Out of 30)</p><p><b>Britt and Johnny, jazz</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibTFc_Yp2myRCjtFEHKkSxZfq-xMc83HjyTK8XAwJ0LmX60alC8GdzVl24SVvVY1z3FWabCgJFPOk55K-CA5M4vwUybrnjtEOQ58VwzMG0ESGtD1Tr_cqkxa2-NpZz5SwyxaDiUDIyoerKp_LhLgdJMAFmlqllJC4oEvGfkhhhyphenhyphenGsnIivRU3Pq/s1200/IMG_0460.webp" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="630" data-original-width="1200" height="336" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibTFc_Yp2myRCjtFEHKkSxZfq-xMc83HjyTK8XAwJ0LmX60alC8GdzVl24SVvVY1z3FWabCgJFPOk55K-CA5M4vwUybrnjtEOQ58VwzMG0ESGtD1Tr_cqkxa2-NpZz5SwyxaDiUDIyoerKp_LhLgdJMAFmlqllJC4oEvGfkhhhyphenhyphenGsnIivRU3Pq/w640-h336/IMG_0460.webp" width="640" /></a></div><p>They dance to One Republic’s “I Lived.” I guess I put jazz (sometimes) right in there with contemporary. I wasn’t really wowed by this dance.</p><p>Carrie Ann: “Johnny! Britt! I loved it. That was amazing . That looked like you felt like you were on Cloud 9. Wonderful. It just had this feeling of hope. That’s what’s so beautiful about our show. The way you’ve come, the way you’ve made this journey from—you have struggled the most out of everybody. And you still just keep soaring.” Derek: “Beautiful routine. Well done, Britt. I loved the beginning, when she supported you. It was a perfect representation of your partnership. I really feel that genuine connection between the two of you. There’s a real currency in genuine love and respect for your partner. We feel it. I feel like the audience at home feels it.” Bruno: “Clean, clear, purity of line and form. It was completely you. Very dynamic, very musical. Everything I love was there.”</p><p>JUDGES: 30 (Out of 30)</p><p><b>Jenna and Nev, contemporary</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwBSak_t-Lcaul8Oc0RwxHqv1gT2jv7okLgerC7eEEOOdoMF03mtkEAcWFUqxFnGd1xi0xf2F2vYF5N1LGEP3SZfkx0JcfnTePIdhXPpIT7c8_Wm78axWhaaWfzsZ_SekJqxSAU3q0iVFrsaYuwMHZALga_BzhNP7KPQPV1ODjNbJW2imQ2awz/s620/IMG_0463.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="420" data-original-width="620" height="434" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwBSak_t-Lcaul8Oc0RwxHqv1gT2jv7okLgerC7eEEOOdoMF03mtkEAcWFUqxFnGd1xi0xf2F2vYF5N1LGEP3SZfkx0JcfnTePIdhXPpIT7c8_Wm78axWhaaWfzsZ_SekJqxSAU3q0iVFrsaYuwMHZALga_BzhNP7KPQPV1ODjNbJW2imQ2awz/w640-h434/IMG_0463.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Contemporary is Jenna’s ace. She really excels at it. Really stunning choreography. Incredible moves.</p><p>Derek: “I forgot to judge. I was just watching. It was just so wonderful to witness and to watch. Just the partnership, the fluidity, the creativity. Props to all the pros. So much goes into it. Jenna, I know you’re going home, stressing about the choreography. Listen: you aced it. That was phenomenal.” Bruno: “You cannot be that good. There wasn’t a nuance that wasn’t on point, and on purpose. You were talking with your body. I was listening to you. Like Derek, I was totally, totally with you. You were speaking to me.” Carrie Ann: “Listen, your partner there is no joke, and contemporary is her thing. Jenna, that choreography was amazing, it was stunning, it was so artistic. But what’s amazing is you didn’t tone it back one bit for him. And Nev, you delivered every single step. She challenged you, here, where it really matters, to get you to the finals. Challenge: accepted and won.”</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimZkGNER0ZJhdL5DkMxFklFNK4j__c9TT-b_gT0q9tTNIxtgn9wJM_QUGNq9kkQABpmkKVXtIKuowaOnfadqiY3JWi-PNbG4cs-JYT1y1ugXQZiJivwKZfj9JzG3kDA4ZgIlfYX-w5a_ETTJJSt33EZ0HuFwXkzuecvyPWmbx3McTeTCzq81sy/s1200/IMG_0465.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="748" data-original-width="1200" height="398" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimZkGNER0ZJhdL5DkMxFklFNK4j__c9TT-b_gT0q9tTNIxtgn9wJM_QUGNq9kkQABpmkKVXtIKuowaOnfadqiY3JWi-PNbG4cs-JYT1y1ugXQZiJivwKZfj9JzG3kDA4ZgIlfYX-w5a_ETTJJSt33EZ0HuFwXkzuecvyPWmbx3McTeTCzq81sy/w640-h398/IMG_0465.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>JUDGES: 30 (Out of 30)</p><p><b>Daniella and Nelly, jive</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKTF3aAufkawwofPneZi_kLd6H6AiyF9BKnIWumO9vV_DKXp2K8t_8R2sQWDo2d-3jo2OfuGPiD96c0Bhyj1r8c4K_MwnBcyASP6r3If6LS6g6pMpptHvbVhT0Njbs3kpFTx_hjHs8P-TdomDQOOPL925oGNNw5CxwqR-LKZN_jvq3kTWLtByO/s750/IMG_0466.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="500" data-original-width="750" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKTF3aAufkawwofPneZi_kLd6H6AiyF9BKnIWumO9vV_DKXp2K8t_8R2sQWDo2d-3jo2OfuGPiD96c0Bhyj1r8c4K_MwnBcyASP6r3If6LS6g6pMpptHvbVhT0Njbs3kpFTx_hjHs8P-TdomDQOOPL925oGNNw5CxwqR-LKZN_jvq3kTWLtByO/w640-h426/IMG_0466.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>This is definitely my favorite of all their dances, probably largely because it’s danced to a song from the ’40s. (I think it’s called “Jump Jivin.’) Fun stuff. I did notice that he’s not wearing dance shoes, only sneakers, so maybe it’s easier for him.</p><p>Daniella is just amazing. I love her so much.</p><p>All of the judges are on their feet, clapping. </p><p>Bruno: “I can’t believe it. Nelly, you nailed it.” Carrie Ann: “Daniella! Amazing job. But Nelly! What happened? This was incredible. This was the breakthrough. This was the right time to have the breakthrough. This is when you want your moment to skyrocket. I’ve never seen you boogie. You had like a fire under your foot. Nelly: Amazing job. Thank you.” Derek: “Dude, you nailed that routine.”</p><p>JUDGES: 30 (Out of 30)</p><p><b>Artem and Kaitlyn, contemporary</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuReA9KOCKKMX3C0HBBzVk-85oS7Ez839DeczPZOh3MuIfPVer5fZx1T5n4nOTJ1SVWOkmufhFc8KGyXMMXwvh4o6edKU7qyJCdc-fdd0eZG5-e7vGdoTGjyWJg8a6FqqWf8zWixdnz2v3WU4tMaY1r5ojtsgMzThO0hwsBXTA2_wuIrQb9lyJ/s800/IMG_0468.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="800" height="512" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuReA9KOCKKMX3C0HBBzVk-85oS7Ez839DeczPZOh3MuIfPVer5fZx1T5n4nOTJ1SVWOkmufhFc8KGyXMMXwvh4o6edKU7qyJCdc-fdd0eZG5-e7vGdoTGjyWJg8a6FqqWf8zWixdnz2v3WU4tMaY1r5ojtsgMzThO0hwsBXTA2_wuIrQb9lyJ/w640-h512/IMG_0468.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>My tolerance for Contemporary is growing thin. This was ok. Not as stellar as Jenna’s.</p><p>Carrie Ann; “First of all, tonight’s semifinals, I’ve never seen dancing at this level. So congratulations to all of you. Kaitlyn, I’ve been waiting for you to do a contemporary. This is the dance I knew you’d be incredible at. And you danced from your heart. Your lines were beautiful. Artem, I loved the tenderness between you two. You guys have come together as a very beautiful team.” Derek: “When people ask me about <i>Dancing</i> <i>with</i> <i>the</i> <i>Stars</i>, I always say my favorite part about the show is telling stories. And having the honor and privilege to tell someone else’s story through dance and movement, and have those moments that are so special that you’ll never forget. You’ll always have this now. For your friend, and for yourself. Thank you for that.” Bruno: “Oh my darling. Powerful. Beautiful. Fantastic dance. Really on a fantastic night. I want to take a moment. You see this, but this show wouldn’t happen without all the people backstage that really work so hard to bring this show to the American audience. They do a fantastic job. Safely. Thanks to them as well, as all of you. Fantastic night.”</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFC4IgM6OoxxGNFCO6DAmwoS_7bjz_Pcy9WiIateuRSfNNj81FTf84rYJV9mgEuhCVRWhhLv81UtC65GsNE3ZMcHCsfLbspK7Qsh-S8opLvIAV2vDrr0RgbswOMr7LukUVQvZ8ma3R4qhlMekMNJM9wNT-aiboHPlMjzIJeHaAlZH6M98Z3VDE/s1014/IMG_0467.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="570" data-original-width="1014" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFC4IgM6OoxxGNFCO6DAmwoS_7bjz_Pcy9WiIateuRSfNNj81FTf84rYJV9mgEuhCVRWhhLv81UtC65GsNE3ZMcHCsfLbspK7Qsh-S8opLvIAV2vDrr0RgbswOMr7LukUVQvZ8ma3R4qhlMekMNJM9wNT-aiboHPlMjzIJeHaAlZH6M98Z3VDE/w640-h360/IMG_0467.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>JUDGES: 30 (Out of 30)</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOGoMI_2lauHm2Em9_WJsIjjy6ZsNFXDbWr6Ew9maoPb5dijiFS-bxGTIkDMZMatN-TPFXThAEJ1tP1GLBZqjEX0cvpEODx2MAlcfPDuOPz4iBQQr-UFjdwIeiuhP9yPyKqRZGq7YM3vwaDMlQXqPoCAbZWI-fLoVpMqS0WBhBgGDLwwolsFbY/s3568/IMG_5843.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2072" data-original-width="3568" height="372" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOGoMI_2lauHm2Em9_WJsIjjy6ZsNFXDbWr6Ew9maoPb5dijiFS-bxGTIkDMZMatN-TPFXThAEJ1tP1GLBZqjEX0cvpEODx2MAlcfPDuOPz4iBQQr-UFjdwIeiuhP9yPyKqRZGq7YM3vwaDMlQXqPoCAbZWI-fLoVpMqS0WBhBgGDLwwolsFbY/w640-h372/IMG_5843.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>So, who’s going home on this Double Elimination night?</p><p>(We are ignoring all the times Tyra messed up tonight. I will remind though: Tom Bergeron NEVER messed up a line.)</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitHbzBUoF3qnSSn5LCZwCJU23T8JEENrQG52yYUbvCaxRY-dCRMRvwiZndvyFflsPTRFQshF7QPKB-ogEC5LmsDOSSvDwIckzPAPGFTOdllLAa2omrgO-K-k6ea-F07MAFuWppLxk1cUx2OjAVRcY72HrjnI5pBH6bCEU9ErA6m3W1Qe5s6_do/s951/IMG_0459.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="951" data-original-width="634" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitHbzBUoF3qnSSn5LCZwCJU23T8JEENrQG52yYUbvCaxRY-dCRMRvwiZndvyFflsPTRFQshF7QPKB-ogEC5LmsDOSSvDwIckzPAPGFTOdllLAa2omrgO-K-k6ea-F07MAFuWppLxk1cUx2OjAVRcY72HrjnI5pBH6bCEU9ErA6m3W1Qe5s6_do/w426-h640/IMG_0459.jpeg" width="426" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMSXYnrX5G-DQY4sChPWglDPsoYVkPYDhryy5GTWCG-xJhiBShLXZ2fYnzzTt7RsgN3ayj6XHCrPxtsv7kcrkhEKfSVrdevG1JqugLtXZFvfTrnq-oHXs9Fv8F0rZOL9ZG84mDkCmCXbZoQu_0dkihqsbmbbrRLBb03iuqCuViz2_OkiCJ8aBJ/s752/IMG_0462.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="500" data-original-width="752" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMSXYnrX5G-DQY4sChPWglDPsoYVkPYDhryy5GTWCG-xJhiBShLXZ2fYnzzTt7RsgN3ayj6XHCrPxtsv7kcrkhEKfSVrdevG1JqugLtXZFvfTrnq-oHXs9Fv8F0rZOL9ZG84mDkCmCXbZoQu_0dkihqsbmbbrRLBb03iuqCuViz2_OkiCJ8aBJ/w640-h426/IMG_0462.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p><b>MICHE’s Favorite Dances of The Semifinals: Judges’ Redemption</b></p><p>1. Sasha and Justina, tango</p><p>2. Artem and Kaitlyn, paso doble</p><p>3. Jenna and Nev, foxtrot</p><p>4. Britt and Johnny, salsa</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdRZMZkgcl_cIa9ZCtX-1a-Sp_PZRP0z0UnJ_V3zGPdy45YaGcnj6UrltXLpSKPaas3rWhCGfyHzBeIBQ84ZC0BFOvYwVU2fPogqVoQvFnBzdyc4CKBClVewMfbIAtxLDp7LLXx7F_7sRIGAb6J-FAuWKgP_SuG-XyoxIuHCnjTDZTzGGdRU5g/s3219/IMG_5731.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1816" data-original-width="3219" height="362" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdRZMZkgcl_cIa9ZCtX-1a-Sp_PZRP0z0UnJ_V3zGPdy45YaGcnj6UrltXLpSKPaas3rWhCGfyHzBeIBQ84ZC0BFOvYwVU2fPogqVoQvFnBzdyc4CKBClVewMfbIAtxLDp7LLXx7F_7sRIGAb6J-FAuWKgP_SuG-XyoxIuHCnjTDZTzGGdRU5g/w640-h362/IMG_5731.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p><b>MICHE’s Favorite Dances of The Semifinals: Regular</b></p><p>1. Jenna and Nev, contemporary</p><p>2. Artem and Kaitlyn, contemporary</p><p>3. Sasha and Justina, contemporary</p><p>4. Britt and Johnny, jazz</p><p>5. Daniella and Nelly, jive</p><p>********************************</p><p><br /></p>MicheBelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12153402057422544392noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3779897.post-56024150697438219152023-09-14T20:23:00.011-07:002023-09-25T14:59:29.316-07:00Season 29, Week 9: Icons Night and a Dance Off<p> </p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2n0plXN5dB8GFehOfJ2p2fE1mejoLVfV9PfC5jbsTf1LYxPY9L4VIhr_-5nlygUabGfBRhElIJOrMMKpwbKpdbrwOJOtPXjY513mm49ok_eHS09xlWiogXn4YjLrejCIYqu-sP7sy4ueAZGCfkPD2X7zSafPs6LvsJRm4mHdcl7zdZyKNPOea/s4025/IMG_5653.jpeg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2265" data-original-width="4025" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2n0plXN5dB8GFehOfJ2p2fE1mejoLVfV9PfC5jbsTf1LYxPY9L4VIhr_-5nlygUabGfBRhElIJOrMMKpwbKpdbrwOJOtPXjY513mm49ok_eHS09xlWiogXn4YjLrejCIYqu-sP7sy4ueAZGCfkPD2X7zSafPs6LvsJRm4mHdcl7zdZyKNPOea/w640-h360/IMG_5653.jpeg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"></td></tr></tbody></table><p></p><p>We have this lame commercial sort of thing to explain (badly) what an Icon is. Yawn.</p><p>Boy, do I miss opening numbers. Sigh.</p><p><b>Sasha and Justina, rumba</b></p><p>ICON: Madonna</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQd27aHMHCb1zaBi4vNYBhFV1H_AsFiHOtVAEWNaszBMrbgPWCHVoGd_IerDcmKdjA3EMIhYTOXHM4umK9vIaBMJ6_QbxlHoWD73I05GqQXy9cIIprCM2cqygFtBzT8OO4CBiFTp7wE6ExWdFJjkEeYVn6T8rHk0hYbWVQeyPIFFgRZ4Fv5MRC/s1280/IMG_0417.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQd27aHMHCb1zaBi4vNYBhFV1H_AsFiHOtVAEWNaszBMrbgPWCHVoGd_IerDcmKdjA3EMIhYTOXHM4umK9vIaBMJ6_QbxlHoWD73I05GqQXy9cIIprCM2cqygFtBzT8OO4CBiFTp7wE6ExWdFJjkEeYVn6T8rHk0hYbWVQeyPIFFgRZ4Fv5MRC/w640-h360/IMG_0417.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Boy, does Justina love Madonna. So do we, so great.</p><p>Beautiful rumba. Just loved it.</p><p>Derek (dressed as David Bowie): “Beautiful rumba. Beautiful turns. Great quality in the movement.” Bruno (dressed as George Michael): “We saw the gentle side of Madonna tonight. Nothing shocking, nothing controversial. Everything as it should be. You did everything exactly. The content was there. You’ve got to push it a bit further.” Carrie Ann (dressed as a general rock star): “You look amazing tonight. Very sexy, very in your strength and power. I can tell you’re feeling good. You’re such a dynamic performer. Never let that go.”</p><p>JUDGES: 24 (Out of 30)</p><p><b>Daniella and Nelly, jazz</b></p><p>ICON: Tupac</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgK3Xyqod98p9Ods_QSvItZVmUCoYC5bvDhTLW59xQ0TTekNE1lPPkNnONQEz7LtoJQTJ2nkBWSBSWg172-sNgWksqLlwNXwN0SszYOBS_7gony2lC9AOOH1lhnHCcjkTESltQgdRJ9srP1P-aDkHF88hzmfGNJp729F2hQm5qTbCxyH-BrdFpF/s1200/IMG_0421.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="1200" height="512" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgK3Xyqod98p9Ods_QSvItZVmUCoYC5bvDhTLW59xQ0TTekNE1lPPkNnONQEz7LtoJQTJ2nkBWSBSWg172-sNgWksqLlwNXwN0SszYOBS_7gony2lC9AOOH1lhnHCcjkTESltQgdRJ9srP1P-aDkHF88hzmfGNJp729F2hQm5qTbCxyH-BrdFpF/w640-h512/IMG_0421.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p></p><p>Boy oh boy. I can’t even describe how much I hated everything about this. Except that Daniella worked really hard to make it a DWTS number. But still. Ugh.Nelly redid the song “California Love” for them to dance to. But ugh.</p><p>Bruno: “Jazz Nelly style makes me smile. You were cool, confident, in your element.” Carrie Ann: “Great job. That’s part of what made this so fun. It looked like you were entertaining us. We’re not trying to make you professional dancers. We want you to come to your own personal journey. I like watching your journey, more and more each week. You open up an d make us smile and laugh. Really good fun.” Derek: “I really loved all the elements of that. You had some salsa in there, you had some Charleston footwork in there. There were so many things going on. So much fun. I’d like to echo what she said: the joy. It was like celebratory. That’s what tonight is: we’re celebrating our icons, and to see you celebrating yours was a joy to watch.”</p><p>JUDGES: 24 (Out of 30)</p><p><b>Cheryl and AJ, Viennese waltz</b></p><p>ICON: Freddie Mercury</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1Fvi4n00_HUtCWxKtD3DorxCoCW1imQMq5HuG056TQQRD1PqkbZbyJEs0W5hbXGvWViPB-mZaLMum7ei4ieYTykV1Qv2AF_cKD83sx3xEg-3T0XFjibgDv-cRUqeqMpCmfwG4y-ENQnAiMdonNlFojImFOokl5InjwUhbQ3kk_w57P2_qSIdx/s1500/IMG_0423.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="837" data-original-width="1500" height="358" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1Fvi4n00_HUtCWxKtD3DorxCoCW1imQMq5HuG056TQQRD1PqkbZbyJEs0W5hbXGvWViPB-mZaLMum7ei4ieYTykV1Qv2AF_cKD83sx3xEg-3T0XFjibgDv-cRUqeqMpCmfwG4y-ENQnAiMdonNlFojImFOokl5InjwUhbQ3kk_w57P2_qSIdx/w640-h358/IMG_0423.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Viennese waltz to “Somebody to Love”? How great is that? Pretty great. Lots of Viennese waltz content. Just beautiful. I loved this so much.</p><p>Carrie Ann: “That was a tough one. You’re broadening your space. Good comeback.” Derek: “When you were in frame, it was beautiful.” Bruno: “So Freddie. Make sure to soften it.”</p><p>JUDGES: 23 (Out of 30)</p><p><b>Artem and Kaitlyn, Argentine tango</b></p><p>ICON: Britney Spears</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizgQwrwz5Bddoq3AASov1Bib2EiPL8w0bfyY73duQp029yx7AeyOhkfGBVPDzlwvrOn16nq8-N_Bzo73fWFqzoPbuJGurbtutweUUX9GI61uBKyauuMLd8iwSHQ35SOYD0BtfAW3J3XD17JLzs3s1HqxO2L-PlXXDvjFDCJd03ET6AJ1PItW03/s3916/IMG_5657.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2223" data-original-width="3916" height="364" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizgQwrwz5Bddoq3AASov1Bib2EiPL8w0bfyY73duQp029yx7AeyOhkfGBVPDzlwvrOn16nq8-N_Bzo73fWFqzoPbuJGurbtutweUUX9GI61uBKyauuMLd8iwSHQ35SOYD0BtfAW3J3XD17JLzs3s1HqxO2L-PlXXDvjFDCJd03ET6AJ1PItW03/w640-h364/IMG_5657.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>People who do sets and lights and costumes on this show are just phenomenal.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhr7ZX_mRAB3LG1qItpDvXvpaJ91MJNjTYNP36ZBpbTzw3iTd0IRwhwCmHBlFea9zNkq9YQHckd7JvoRM-z3cb2Igpvij7rpBfegJAjlCJzq1lJ1HlVvqdIlWtaiSrpXMXIlYQjoVg0BqyGwXrpDQCv9goGpDyEHIIR5t1XGfo3f1lSpirg5fGN/s500/IMG_0427.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="281" data-original-width="500" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhr7ZX_mRAB3LG1qItpDvXvpaJ91MJNjTYNP36ZBpbTzw3iTd0IRwhwCmHBlFea9zNkq9YQHckd7JvoRM-z3cb2Igpvij7rpBfegJAjlCJzq1lJ1HlVvqdIlWtaiSrpXMXIlYQjoVg0BqyGwXrpDQCv9goGpDyEHIIR5t1XGfo3f1lSpirg5fGN/w640-h360/IMG_0427.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Pretty amazing Argentine tango. Nicely done.</p><p>Derek: “Sparkles. (He then gets up and claps for her.) Whoa! Let’s go. The way I judge is like technique, content, creativity, execution and impact. And for me, it always felt like you’ve lacked a bit of the impact. Until tonight. That was so beautiful. Exquisite lines, beautiful transitions. The choreography well done Artem. Yeah, You did that.” Bruno: “Now we are in business. I mean, come on. The luscious shapes. Those lines, stretched to infinity. Some of the images were like precious paintings. Your focus and your intensity was better than we’ve ever seen it. Star performance.” Carrie Ann: “I know it’s been a rough couple weeks, but I just have to say (and she also gets up and claps). Incredible. Look, we push you because we want you to reach your ultimate. And tonight, every line was amazing. Every lift, Artem, when she landed, her foot was perfect. Everything about it was amazing. Your lines, elegant, passionate, everything that we’ve been wanting from you was in this routine. Beautiful job.”</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhU1ezSkf58AGEOOVYTON8cgmhPAxHispW2LsEuA-u6fLztZYKSnMsLs0U8FOG7FyW8e1kSXNPihcO67-_ZuXO99eA26eHKMKuf4fHnCsUVowuKDc-eNEzZnQS_MKGWX0phL5mUSftHHUWe8IAHnWCo1hG3969oUpJ4hKYcAhrkyF8JqLM4SFdF/s3909/IMG_5660.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2353" data-original-width="3909" height="386" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhU1ezSkf58AGEOOVYTON8cgmhPAxHispW2LsEuA-u6fLztZYKSnMsLs0U8FOG7FyW8e1kSXNPihcO67-_ZuXO99eA26eHKMKuf4fHnCsUVowuKDc-eNEzZnQS_MKGWX0phL5mUSftHHUWe8IAHnWCo1hG3969oUpJ4hKYcAhrkyF8JqLM4SFdF/w640-h386/IMG_5660.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /> JUDGES: 30 (Out of 30)<p></p><p><b>Britt and Johnny, quickstep</b></p><p>ICON: Amy Winehouse</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhiKu1G7BOe9H7vum4p7itEBLIljVa4Unnwi7xJrF--lutxfdYhtPQw9vnZtoXCbNaUSz0DFkEprc7OsSeYVoPurBO6GTWIy8n3sSfcn9Nn0Qtuj1Z5FdVQEv4E5eO-FZ28QsChP79nOMmxguufm3Gvk930EFNRVNAhf7GLO-yaJEjFCb9vZAra/s1014/IMG_0428.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="570" data-original-width="1014" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhiKu1G7BOe9H7vum4p7itEBLIljVa4Unnwi7xJrF--lutxfdYhtPQw9vnZtoXCbNaUSz0DFkEprc7OsSeYVoPurBO6GTWIy8n3sSfcn9Nn0Qtuj1Z5FdVQEv4E5eO-FZ28QsChP79nOMmxguufm3Gvk930EFNRVNAhf7GLO-yaJEjFCb9vZAra/w640-h360/IMG_0428.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Nice quickstep. Good coverage of the dances floor. Good content.</p><p>Bruno: “Forget about perceptions. You did it the way you want it, and you did it very well. The actual quickstep was excellent. You didn’t skimp on anything. Light of touch, precise, Beautiful. Well done.” Carrie Ann: “First of all, we’ve never seen a quickstep like that. In 29 seasons, it’s hard to do something that we’ve never seen before. You pulled it off beautifully. You’re such a great performer. What I love is that you believe in what you’re doing. Every single creative choice you deliver with such a passion and a power and precision. It was just amazing.Light on your feet. Used the whole floor like it was an ice skating rink. Beautifully flowing. Amazing.” Derek: “Johnny, you’re a perfect representation of being enough. Being an athlete, being a competitor, we often rely on winning. We think that winning equals love. When the truth is, just you being you and who you are equals love. No matter what. You’ll always be enough. With the technique, the footwork. I loved the basic over in the corner. So clean.”</p><p>JUDGES: 30 (Out of 30)</p><p><b>Alan and Skai, paso doble</b></p><p>ICON: Janet Jackson</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4YsQdDeLpcnSt3zV-WWIyGHB87Dj-j3h6W00ZXTWYtVo3L1ZRGYqTVfytGkj6QxA2lM1-zJ5hJXFhPH-yDd_-nkIZmq8cAAeToBWxoqoMk_BSRQMwg0yEaepe-Ff7YKxGAk10HFVyAcWsPPMz_rPfuzI2q-ysYrYogoImOYCRyZTQLQytHORy/s736/IMG_0429.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="722" data-original-width="736" height="628" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4YsQdDeLpcnSt3zV-WWIyGHB87Dj-j3h6W00ZXTWYtVo3L1ZRGYqTVfytGkj6QxA2lM1-zJ5hJXFhPH-yDd_-nkIZmq8cAAeToBWxoqoMk_BSRQMwg0yEaepe-Ff7YKxGAk10HFVyAcWsPPMz_rPfuzI2q-ysYrYogoImOYCRyZTQLQytHORy/w640-h628/IMG_0429.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>The lyrics of the song don’t match the dance. I’m just so over Skai. Ugh.</p><p>Carrie Ann: “First of all yes, thank you for sharing your story. But I’m more proud of you for giving us this fierce paso doble. You channeled a new fierceness. Amazing.” Derek: “For someone so young, you are strong, powerful and confident. And starting on your own like that, that was bold and brave.” Bruno: “Respect my darling. It is one of the most grown up dances we have. You lived up to it. Intense. Purpose. Strength. Beauty., Power. You did a fantastic job.”</p><p>JIUDGES: 27 (Out of 30)</p><p><b>Jenna and Nev, jive</b></p><p>ICON: Elton John</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRHN71qhSI3IESnSqQggYOqafaDkqlpsqnhT7Tmr2ePQinTDkk2HkzxanHvGtsA5mhPKBzSls8IsW6vnvg606qjZYSfvgukiJbXyWDClLCfbZ18GF3yygFv90XO_A0kue8-dYB28UWXZg3ml8n5sxxnpztx3d5RFo8SKXPF8dptMI4Qo9BzOWv/s640/IMG_0432.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRHN71qhSI3IESnSqQggYOqafaDkqlpsqnhT7Tmr2ePQinTDkk2HkzxanHvGtsA5mhPKBzSls8IsW6vnvg606qjZYSfvgukiJbXyWDClLCfbZ18GF3yygFv90XO_A0kue8-dYB28UWXZg3ml8n5sxxnpztx3d5RFo8SKXPF8dptMI4Qo9BzOWv/w640-h480/IMG_0432.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>That jive to “Saturday Night’s Alright (for Fighing)” was amazing. So much fun. So much content. Loved it so very much.</p><p>Derek: “Nev, listen. The thing I love about this show so much is exactly what you were talking about in the package. Introducing you, and reclaiming a part of your passion. I’ve seen you grow throughout this experience. It’s been such a pleasure. It’s been amazing to see you dance and performing and.smikle in my face every single time. That had so much content in it. So much charisma.” Bruno: “I loved the structure, the theatricality of it, and the characterizations were delicious. You are entertaining. You bring characters to life.” Carrie Ann: “You’re just a pleasure to watch. It’s fun to watch somebody who’s having fun. And your eyes are sparkling. I like that you’re at the level now where you can sort of stylize your routine a little bit.”</p><p>JUDGES: 27 (Out of 30)</p><p>Nev and Jenna have won immunity from tonight’s dance off.</p><p>I really hate these stupid dance off things. </p><p>Getting two extra points:</p><p>Sasha and Justina</p><p>Alan and Skai</p><p>Cheryl and AJ</p><p>They really overdosed on confetti this season. My goodness.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_ForfupFlsHY0O-WZhtVzxfhTJeF3tccFf7ctU1FbcrcuteXQDV5fa4BX93Y11F2r1twWvqy91O2zqvt9gL4KHgmIsi3y6uVAb5qrZxiPZok_XnKdZVwiUSOt46ucAEG7Pt6FKdy87kd97NfqMWFPdRS4pO4SPx2YG4S2K-SIkVoAidYyDrwM/s3659/IMG_5662.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2076" data-original-width="3659" height="364" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_ForfupFlsHY0O-WZhtVzxfhTJeF3tccFf7ctU1FbcrcuteXQDV5fa4BX93Y11F2r1twWvqy91O2zqvt9gL4KHgmIsi3y6uVAb5qrZxiPZok_XnKdZVwiUSOt46ucAEG7Pt6FKdy87kd97NfqMWFPdRS4pO4SPx2YG4S2K-SIkVoAidYyDrwM/w640-h364/IMG_5662.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p>Who are the Bottom Two?</p><p>Britt and Johnny</p><p>Cheryl and AJ</p><p><br /></p><p>Who goes home?</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkZFnGr0tWGkg_pZZGRd2ebc3IuhnheFSaFxAlS2pAOZJJo0EXjRxBtP0v2vn1HWU8JCnZngPHCN8GfhXsrhYcW1wO8-ZbQ9vvvvhi_nbA-KUPY9HwslIgNc3rET7j082Mg10_oXjhEC2v0XGNjdQoXuUKs78RqYzSSVVbZI1cafWIp27d7cC2/s869/IMG_0425.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="869" data-original-width="634" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkZFnGr0tWGkg_pZZGRd2ebc3IuhnheFSaFxAlS2pAOZJJo0EXjRxBtP0v2vn1HWU8JCnZngPHCN8GfhXsrhYcW1wO8-ZbQ9vvvvhi_nbA-KUPY9HwslIgNc3rET7j082Mg10_oXjhEC2v0XGNjdQoXuUKs78RqYzSSVVbZI1cafWIp27d7cC2/w466-h640/IMG_0425.jpeg" width="466" /></a></div><br /><p><b>MICHE’s favorite dances of Week 9</b></p><p>1.Jenna and Nev, jive</p><p>2. Cheryl and AJ, Viennese waltz</p><p>3. Britt and Johnny, quickstep</p><p>4. Sasha and Justina, rumba</p><p>5.Artem and Kaitlyn, Argentina tango </p><p>***************************************</p>MicheBelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12153402057422544392noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3779897.post-60207811567906742312023-09-14T10:45:00.002-07:002023-09-14T10:45:36.565-07:00On the new cast of Season 32<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJohWTR4ByZ-Yb_BQZWgKoe212aqQHRAy2j6bkzl0IDBo41V9K0MY948m-pCUAGu7totv2IZJ2O58FCxMjFoa4-FQtcUc8V6j9EYQmu6tz0J-6Z-u_OzIM9xH3f2_eL9F61On-_JiAHiPPoOckEsChSGqqCQR0fmXFNrCSCWz-TxdHV7NrV0bI/s1744/IMG_5493.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1744" data-original-width="1242" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJohWTR4ByZ-Yb_BQZWgKoe212aqQHRAy2j6bkzl0IDBo41V9K0MY948m-pCUAGu7totv2IZJ2O58FCxMjFoa4-FQtcUc8V6j9EYQmu6tz0J-6Z-u_OzIM9xH3f2_eL9F61On-_JiAHiPPoOckEsChSGqqCQR0fmXFNrCSCWz-TxdHV7NrV0bI/w456-h640/IMG_5493.jpeg" width="456" /></a></div><br /> They really need to have <i>Dancing</i> <i>with</i> <i>the</i> <i>Stars</i> on twice a year again. This once a year madness is just wrong. But luckily, we have them again now. (On ABC, Disney Plus and Hulu. So many choices!) And luckily Spectrum added ABC back before <i>DWTS</i> started, or we’d have words…<p></p><p>Now, to the cast. I was worried because so many of our beloved pros were having babies. But no, we have Momma Peta, Momma Jenna and Momma Daniella right there in the cast! YAY! Momma Witney appears to be taking care of her babies in Florida, so we only have one new pro. And Momma Lindsey must be quite proud, because it’s her sister Rylee. (whom I think was on the show before).</p><p>Seven women pros, seven male pros. All good.</p><p>Now, let’s look at the matchups. Just based on first impressions, here are my thoughts.</p><p><b>TAKING IT TO THE END</b></p><p>Daniella and Jason</p><p>Val and Xochitl</p><p>Sasha and Alyson</p><p><br /></p><p><b>GETTING OUT EARLY</b></p><p>Jenna and Tyson</p><p>Gleb and Mira</p><p>Alan and Jamie Lynn</p><p>Peta and Barry</p><p>Koko and Matt</p><p>Emma and Mauricio</p><p><br /></p><p><b>TOO SOON TO TELL</b></p><p>Rylee and Harry (isn’t he cute?)</p><p>Artem and Charity (who won’t win)</p><p>Pasha and Ariana</p><p>Britt and Adrian</p><p>Brandon and Lele</p><p><br /></p><p>What do you think? do you have any favorites yet?</p><p>*****************************************</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p>MicheBelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12153402057422544392noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3779897.post-44601811252572657902023-08-10T19:13:00.004-07:002023-08-10T19:13:51.153-07:00Season 29, Week 8: Jeannie Mai drops out for medical reasons, two dances for everyone else<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHj4dwOn8-6U5YpsvgmDTzeHKNt-m-mkiQR7VdBuGmPb5NajQU4wlxNDCEqEq7NDTycGl7-KIUJ0aQ2YawbSwS5s-QqT-3QvdwWqURm-3oX1-vgZYPpxQJ2iQqBOFet-tQsRO0XE4uEbJgFIw9xQwq60A1h7n9NWP7sooilwoqrWGxhF7Xbg/s3870/A21BEA78-B988-4262-AF5D-872F7B2D32E9.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2241" data-original-width="3870" height="370" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHj4dwOn8-6U5YpsvgmDTzeHKNt-m-mkiQR7VdBuGmPb5NajQU4wlxNDCEqEq7NDTycGl7-KIUJ0aQ2YawbSwS5s-QqT-3QvdwWqURm-3oX1-vgZYPpxQJ2iQqBOFet-tQsRO0XE4uEbJgFIw9xQwq60A1h7n9NWP7sooilwoqrWGxhF7Xbg/w640-h370/A21BEA78-B988-4262-AF5D-872F7B2D32E9.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>I’m not even talking about Tyra’s costume changes or spectacles of fashion, because this is a DANCE show, not a fashion show. </p><p><b>Artem and Kaitlyn, jive</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJSdiI4be1qQh46qJl2zPV8cX3oGIEjwXVWG__fYZYywtTosptgFFDHKAWbkyycWlBcqihSXw3n6qjW_nMWdUgJX7YiOw16rwcIB7M1v8euf4CbejTuFfj7Yd11bpYjrkueCJyKlcC9KqKBY6oStQ4kUFrFNTeh6D2BW5_zdtz3cNz2PgNzg/s1200/B8025979-7C78-4088-A63E-F922B117925F.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1200" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJSdiI4be1qQh46qJl2zPV8cX3oGIEjwXVWG__fYZYywtTosptgFFDHKAWbkyycWlBcqihSXw3n6qjW_nMWdUgJX7YiOw16rwcIB7M1v8euf4CbejTuFfj7Yd11bpYjrkueCJyKlcC9KqKBY6oStQ4kUFrFNTeh6D2BW5_zdtz3cNz2PgNzg/w640-h640/B8025979-7C78-4088-A63E-F922B117925F.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Kaitlyn and Artem jive to “Don’t Stop Me Now,” and it’s fun and a great way to kick off the show. </p><p>Derek: “I’m gonna repeat myself, but you always have so much content in your dances! You jam-packed so much in that routine. Well done for choreography, Artem, amazing. I think you’re fantastic, and I think you can go all the way. Great jive. Well done.” Bruno: “Honestly, you have what it takes. You can do everything. Now, we are approaching the finals. So there is one thing you have to do: I want more passion, more attack, clearer finish.” Carrie Ann: “Kaitlyn, I know last week was a tough week, but I think you’ve come back with grace and energy. This performance was one of your better performances, as far as you giving it your full heart. You were much looser.”</p><p>JUDGES: 25 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Jenna and Nev, Viennese waltz</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdvvlWddj_4XkfhSlgpqmvsLogFexEywwQVneMRL9o-tTuD1IZOQ5me_MyB6jMgZC9tPV_uzvgxRbhW69dSXTJ5-fBPVFT18rzX2dxSYJbztCJgF8bebvSixG8JmcbS-vG3LjgfSpcdlacK6usbyzmWdy6BstYBNR8OyE9uxHF8zlnumv2PA/s3779/A40CE76B-6359-4A9F-89B8-B40063D7D770.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2171" data-original-width="3779" height="368" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdvvlWddj_4XkfhSlgpqmvsLogFexEywwQVneMRL9o-tTuD1IZOQ5me_MyB6jMgZC9tPV_uzvgxRbhW69dSXTJ5-fBPVFT18rzX2dxSYJbztCJgF8bebvSixG8JmcbS-vG3LjgfSpcdlacK6usbyzmWdy6BstYBNR8OyE9uxHF8zlnumv2PA/w640-h368/A40CE76B-6359-4A9F-89B8-B40063D7D770.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>And we have one of my pet peeves: the celebrity who bitches about how busy they are. Yawn. If you’re so busy, don’t do <i>Dancing</i> <i>with</i> <i>the</i> <i>Stars</i>. I have no sympathy. </p><p>That said, I did enjoy this Viennese waltz (to an Ariana Grande/Justin Bieber song).</p><p>Bruno: “You were oozing charm and charisma. And that confidence really came through in the way you led. You were in control, light on your feet, veery musical. You sold the performance.” Carrie Ann: “That was beautiful. There’s so much elegance in you. A beautiful performance, and elegant and flowing.” Derek: “You move with such intention. There’s such clarity in everything that you do. It’s such a joy to watch you dance. A beautiful smooth Viennese waltz.” </p><p>JUDGES: 27 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Sasha and Justina, samba</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoby9TRrsKOHMKweOASD7-ZIee3esfLpK9R4MmynX7L47KG9vuJu-vLKyuKvsRZCmbGPx7hHBKN96wRejWOr5nnZGL9fVIYysNPscgk1CizbudXGokOcFOQgj19XSEbpMr1w_djkRB_-_XDHJo4jk8Y9ePfo8DAabcCwW3XvWZynB5iJNzAA/s640/1A497659-A74B-4F45-AD30-20C92773C3F6.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="371" data-original-width="640" height="372" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoby9TRrsKOHMKweOASD7-ZIee3esfLpK9R4MmynX7L47KG9vuJu-vLKyuKvsRZCmbGPx7hHBKN96wRejWOr5nnZGL9fVIYysNPscgk1CizbudXGokOcFOQgj19XSEbpMr1w_djkRB_-_XDHJo4jk8Y9ePfo8DAabcCwW3XvWZynB5iJNzAA/w640-h372/1A497659-A74B-4F45-AD30-20C92773C3F6.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Justina waxes eloquent about her current costar Rita Moreno, and how she inspired her. She dedicates this samba to her.</p><p>Justina was born to samba, and Sasha is such a great partner. I loved this dance so much. So perfect, so amazing. So much great choreography, and Justina just brought it.</p><p>Carrie Ann: “So good. So fierce. What I love about you is the way you make us all feel when you dance, because you’re having such a great time, you’re so loose.” Derek: “Justina, you look beautiful tonight. Dancing to that song is like sacred in the Latin community. It’s a great dance, love the song. You’re so fun to watch. You’re just awesome.” Bruno: “You have such an exhurberant, joyful presence, you make every hour feel like happy hour. All the material we require for the samba was there.”</p><p>JUDGES: 27 (Out of 30)</p><p><b>Daniella and Nelly, rumba</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHd1wyBngX5WPbD5fK5vUikai5qyuW38Z9z4lW3ckrWl6h3bvfVNoNSazgmfF8P3l9e24LjXQ4SIBqlcGmbFG_jbmdLROahne5Q4Vfy23iimAgCdhctW-YyknpOJ0l93Ao3zDrI3J1bjcRAhTr1V0Cqvt7-59P-wonJNvCodOPsPl_gecDoNcD/s1200/IMG_0399.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="798" data-original-width="1200" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHd1wyBngX5WPbD5fK5vUikai5qyuW38Z9z4lW3ckrWl6h3bvfVNoNSazgmfF8P3l9e24LjXQ4SIBqlcGmbFG_jbmdLROahne5Q4Vfy23iimAgCdhctW-YyknpOJ0l93Ao3zDrI3J1bjcRAhTr1V0Cqvt7-59P-wonJNvCodOPsPl_gecDoNcD/w640-h426/IMG_0399.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Nelly dedicates it to his sister, Jackie, because this was her favorite song.</p><p>Costumes and sets are gorgeous.</p><p>Daniella really knows how to rock a rumba. </p><p>Derek: “Thank you for sharing that story.” Bruno: “It’s very difficult for a man to do a rumba.” Carrie Ann: “I appreciate how far you’ve come. You give us everything. I still wanna see even more from you. But you danced from your heart, and we could all see that tonight,.”</p><p>JUDGES: 21 (Out of 30)</p><p><b>Gleb and Chrishell, Viennese waltz</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh65ihm6O6sFzajd4tyRfIHuiihdY-38uakBPZ_kRhuC654Qj2-9pJvZIR6loWoWXUpuhRANQIhtZNcoe6G-cINe7feRCEByRLYkkTpAP4wWaDinvcAEXOL04FnRpdXHEE1Iu2jiUZ4ZSuFOdbURIoLL0jR2Xx40BKGjz3nPRIHSkHPivntqvUb/s3589/IMG_5302.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2097" data-original-width="3589" height="374" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh65ihm6O6sFzajd4tyRfIHuiihdY-38uakBPZ_kRhuC654Qj2-9pJvZIR6loWoWXUpuhRANQIhtZNcoe6G-cINe7feRCEByRLYkkTpAP4wWaDinvcAEXOL04FnRpdXHEE1Iu2jiUZ4ZSuFOdbURIoLL0jR2Xx40BKGjz3nPRIHSkHPivntqvUb/w640-h374/IMG_5302.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>PET PEEVE ALERT: Chrishell is so busy… Yawn.</p><p>Oh, Len would hate this one. They start with a bed prop, cause it’s Gleb, so of course they do.</p><p>Then there’s some Viennese waltz content, but there’s also this move:</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgF0KZBWOn4KFsmNCCFBmHDLNIH_Rkb5x8hrMg_8sCTRFK2GGz6yQN0PlCRPTxFyDOCRtOElvongaApcODPjYho7ikzv_nTv_ONGWSP-hWQJTnP4VH1J_pZu8KQonhEwM_RHnQSg6dwsNlVKkLtv2pqQYf8UuTwbEzVwjPRJZSEiXFXr0SS548V/s3620/IMG_5306.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2051" data-original-width="3620" height="362" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgF0KZBWOn4KFsmNCCFBmHDLNIH_Rkb5x8hrMg_8sCTRFK2GGz6yQN0PlCRPTxFyDOCRtOElvongaApcODPjYho7ikzv_nTv_ONGWSP-hWQJTnP4VH1J_pZu8KQonhEwM_RHnQSg6dwsNlVKkLtv2pqQYf8UuTwbEzVwjPRJZSEiXFXr0SS548V/w640-h362/IMG_5306.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>NOT Viennese waltz, as far as I know…</p><p>*eyeroll*</p><p>Carrie Ann: “Chrishell, look at you. It was very graceful and elegant. Sexy also, I must say.” Derek: “I can see you improving each week.” Bruno: “I was thinking so many things while watching that. None had anything to do with the Viennese waltz.”</p><p>JUDGES: 24 (Out of 30)</p><p><b>Alan and Skai, salsa</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvBIT7350FaLRBgnHjds3SvbeyY0CQ1uJIb-EQjhr1SvAYmcOSSlBxZxCdj-VKmQYOSbtI8v8IXLXxYD7_--FQuF14cmwZDL6SCy5Z7ytWGG588KQK-544nPfMdfn0utB_BsgjFmAvz8CkKo2v-UvAUwdxFefQl1PVtwkU4vZjJUKFeqBO4tjS/s2048/IMG_0402.webp" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1363" data-original-width="2048" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvBIT7350FaLRBgnHjds3SvbeyY0CQ1uJIb-EQjhr1SvAYmcOSSlBxZxCdj-VKmQYOSbtI8v8IXLXxYD7_--FQuF14cmwZDL6SCy5Z7ytWGG588KQK-544nPfMdfn0utB_BsgjFmAvz8CkKo2v-UvAUwdxFefQl1PVtwkU4vZjJUKFeqBO4tjS/w640-h426/IMG_0402.webp" width="640" /></a></div><p>They dance to Missy Elliott’s “Work It.” </p><p>I hate this music for a salsa. Ugh.</p><p>Carrie Ann: “Nice job. What I liked the most was how much you were really aggressive with the dance. More than I’ve ever seen. You kept it strong.” Derek: “You feel more grounded. I love a lift. But I feel like there was maybe one or two too many. Great dance.” Bruno: “You started to use the ground, which is a good thing.”</p><p>JUDGES: 25 (Out of 30)</p><p><b>Britt and Johnny, foxtrot</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfxkcixXWHFM2XwtglD7wGZrLy11pEy7AzQjccUuydkFXoYjw0JetuSDhEFvzvouSViMvSY0H9czQDTuK8nd9xIPv419QLkMsF-ccWD68MpFF9juNUJzv4kK5BNoQyWWPvyYd_IGqMeqaA56QqWpiI4GhuApVC4oPCSlHoQtwXB6ntGf0yMHFu/s752/IMG_0407.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="500" data-original-width="752" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfxkcixXWHFM2XwtglD7wGZrLy11pEy7AzQjccUuydkFXoYjw0JetuSDhEFvzvouSViMvSY0H9czQDTuK8nd9xIPv419QLkMsF-ccWD68MpFF9juNUJzv4kK5BNoQyWWPvyYd_IGqMeqaA56QqWpiI4GhuApVC4oPCSlHoQtwXB6ntGf0yMHFu/w640-h426/IMG_0407.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Great, great dance. Just loved every moment of this. Britt has such grace and elegance. And Johnny steps up to her choreography.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisgBuLcPuiLTKKV3-_gcRHzr5KayY2Pd6a5MxuFnJbzHvfyQM-H72Tw5g61ZRKBB_LGgJpw3yHn4eH0OIPYYprUeXOw4dwqqhK32afGUj_AicoP335E-00SeZYbLFgjPjP75bH1mgNHPmZeDYkgVlOB4CLLW-sKeXwrpxZ3gnff7CJaXg9_1x_/s752/IMG_0408.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="500" data-original-width="752" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisgBuLcPuiLTKKV3-_gcRHzr5KayY2Pd6a5MxuFnJbzHvfyQM-H72Tw5g61ZRKBB_LGgJpw3yHn4eH0OIPYYprUeXOw4dwqqhK32afGUj_AicoP335E-00SeZYbLFgjPjP75bH1mgNHPmZeDYkgVlOB4CLLW-sKeXwrpxZ3gnff7CJaXg9_1x_/w640-h426/IMG_0408.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Derek: “Always such beautiful arms. Your frame was fantastic. The foxtrot needs to be a little bit more gradual, rise and fall.” Bruno: “You have this wonderful sweeping movement that fills the stage.” Carrie Ann: “You danced that with such emotion, such artistry. I felt the storyline going on there. Thought it was an interesting artistic choice.”</p><p>JUDGES: 27 (Out of 30)</p><p>Package showing how Jeanne Mai had to drop out for medical reasons. We will miss her.</p><p><b>Cheryl and AJ, rumba </b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeXHbe7Nx8pB8mDhNwswhnn2P48o0bGhUyH1n408HJ5CuktvKslzHAYJgWaAL2xzjkrvKOFY5XT39TLyoOVkp-Q0F3J7ye8cFuPDSu0F8KI5idtnYty8Jd8VrfOx2funRX73spwPHvPte5q_5QtaGCkRSLXdV72ClOXEM747kpZkSIlYsEGVBD/s2223/IMG_0411.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1291" data-original-width="2223" height="372" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeXHbe7Nx8pB8mDhNwswhnn2P48o0bGhUyH1n408HJ5CuktvKslzHAYJgWaAL2xzjkrvKOFY5XT39TLyoOVkp-Q0F3J7ye8cFuPDSu0F8KI5idtnYty8Jd8VrfOx2funRX73spwPHvPte5q_5QtaGCkRSLXdV72ClOXEM747kpZkSIlYsEGVBD/w640-h372/IMG_0411.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>AJ and Cheryl both talk very frankly about addiction and recovery. </p><p>Beautiful rumba.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSCUZXrmBxn9RnUstHNQIFQ-hlIr7rC36VubHA2B_AzTeu-bk27Uu3CkcIsMCrutDxRoftFG2-7r47kbKRNOA5M7Jq2R4G2UlV8PG0PsXoM2zaFaouURVRVcsCr8EnBpsaRawqqrjYm_06GRFc4mGGmuUT5xb9Dtv7ETpRWq_piNUrvfAg51R2/s735/IMG_0413.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="729" data-original-width="735" height="634" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSCUZXrmBxn9RnUstHNQIFQ-hlIr7rC36VubHA2B_AzTeu-bk27Uu3CkcIsMCrutDxRoftFG2-7r47kbKRNOA5M7Jq2R4G2UlV8PG0PsXoM2zaFaouURVRVcsCr8EnBpsaRawqqrjYm_06GRFc4mGGmuUT5xb9Dtv7ETpRWq_piNUrvfAg51R2/w640-h634/IMG_0413.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Bruno: “I was so captivated by it. The intensity, the intent, the drama, the purpose, the storytelling. You were just killing it. I lost a lot of the rumba action,. I really did like the performance. There wasn’t so much rumba in it… so,..” Carrie Ann: “I agree with you. What a passionate, powerful performance. I could feel you were dancing from your deeper, darker places. And it moved us all. Truthfully, there wasn’t enough content, and I didn’t particularly see a lot of hip action. I also wanna say for fixture, I still wanna see you bust through. There’s something that I want more. I don’t know how to explain it. Bust open! Let it all out. Dance is a great way to express your feelings. Use it, please.” Derek: “AJ, to me a hero is someone who heals their own wounds and then shows others how to do the same. I appreciate you sharing your journey, and I know you’re gonna do great things and help other people. That one was for you.”</p><p>JUDGES: 24 (Out of 30)</p><p>Then, they do a stupid relay dance round thing. I hate this.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhf4qsb3B9DDdNYJ-8RJPUXVTjMf5W2OxXdEFUvdi5GEvirNr8rHJ5uVFtHLvwQfrxqxHW3s9gH0BiX52uSfYoR-4xyXd-QoAIpDkcHBS9Dp5zOJsWTOq6eRfu49j0uOIT0ee4yjWXAryy5tvATqh6Rn5azyAKJjyjOIHHj8Yyu81q-lDMDnzwO/s4032/IMG_5322.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2265" data-original-width="4032" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhf4qsb3B9DDdNYJ-8RJPUXVTjMf5W2OxXdEFUvdi5GEvirNr8rHJ5uVFtHLvwQfrxqxHW3s9gH0BiX52uSfYoR-4xyXd-QoAIpDkcHBS9Dp5zOJsWTOq6eRfu49j0uOIT0ee4yjWXAryy5tvATqh6Rn5azyAKJjyjOIHHj8Yyu81q-lDMDnzwO/w640-h360/IMG_5322.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>First up is a cha cha relay, which Carrie Ann is judging. The couples are Jenna and Nev, then Gleb and Chrishell, then Daniella and Nelly.</p><p>Second was supposed to be a Viennese waltz relay with Derek judging. The couples were supposed to be Justina and Sasha, Johnny and Britt and Jeanne and Brandon. </p><p>Third, we have Bruno judging the samba. AJ and Cheryl, Kaitlin and Artem and Skai and Alan.</p><p>They get extra points. Blah.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuVVB9xUTMRANMU3c7lodKGfkSVKZaAQD8QKAQ63cXw_s72er1pmGp4vy7ID6FQZRCFzddu-GjTfF66hanbX161n7jk13tVd1Cn51xSG9VOg1tpXyXUWcAQLmczuF9E8M9okXcRS_zAgQp5XqQs1Bbn4gkOmJmbyf8QKm5FqepPU2mkSaBxwTi/s4032/IMG_5322.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2265" data-original-width="4032" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuVVB9xUTMRANMU3c7lodKGfkSVKZaAQD8QKAQ63cXw_s72er1pmGp4vy7ID6FQZRCFzddu-GjTfF66hanbX161n7jk13tVd1Cn51xSG9VOg1tpXyXUWcAQLmczuF9E8M9okXcRS_zAgQp5XqQs1Bbn4gkOmJmbyf8QKm5FqepPU2mkSaBxwTi/w640-h360/IMG_5322.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Who is in the Bottom Two?</p><p>Skai and Alan and Chrishell and Gleb.</p><p>Judges get to pick, and they choose:</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTnHQMMi1pAgQ-uPDeik5D_16u4dsxOINd6UAa8MACvqE9V9hdYnZBgMmHKH_H-SqRt1E82rmHIQ-lkgn5zk2rz_QIIYqPEJPV1SMfX5TYrW9hmASY80tw3F-Gtfu-7QgSPJnvoOHSdzYKzdJ8dMmmq_QfoewskRlu6gWhSNE7Q9FPUgYynlvv/s3532/IMG_5313.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2030" data-original-width="3532" height="368" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTnHQMMi1pAgQ-uPDeik5D_16u4dsxOINd6UAa8MACvqE9V9hdYnZBgMmHKH_H-SqRt1E82rmHIQ-lkgn5zk2rz_QIIYqPEJPV1SMfX5TYrW9hmASY80tw3F-Gtfu-7QgSPJnvoOHSdzYKzdJ8dMmmq_QfoewskRlu6gWhSNE7Q9FPUgYynlvv/w640-h368/IMG_5313.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p><b>MICHE’s Favorites of Week 8</b></p><p>1. Sasha and Justina, samba</p><p>2. Cheryl and AJ, rumba </p><p>3.Britt and Johnny, foxtrot</p><p>4.Artem and Kaitlyn, jive</p><p>5. Jenna and Nev, Viennese waltz</p><p> 6. Daniella and Nelly, rumba</p><p><br /></p><p><b>So very tired of</b></p><p>1. Skai</p><p>2. Chrishell</p><p><br /></p><p>**********************************************</p>MicheBelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12153402057422544392noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3779897.post-4377654575424122322023-05-09T17:23:00.001-07:002023-05-09T17:23:09.686-07:00Season 29, Week 7: Villains Week, aka Halloween<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2O_zNBZ9sSlG-kOCm_98sxqCaQIwCTKQBch1L_jkBgyxUO0qDBnulBDvKx1Vp0GHOLzAdzWML6CMt8BDk9CjG29GLQAXoNen3zFOP9WDHFJJktIyzf23-ldQxZ277SDtl4Hk6vO3CgQsdCvLIi4m9SwAqjKoHmSY4Pt8ykct3ZuNDdOMdEw/s3919/55E1AE4D-DB59-4D93-8DA5-BC9E7E85B183.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2237" data-original-width="3919" height="366" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2O_zNBZ9sSlG-kOCm_98sxqCaQIwCTKQBch1L_jkBgyxUO0qDBnulBDvKx1Vp0GHOLzAdzWML6CMt8BDk9CjG29GLQAXoNen3zFOP9WDHFJJktIyzf23-ldQxZ277SDtl4Hk6vO3CgQsdCvLIi4m9SwAqjKoHmSY4Pt8ykct3ZuNDdOMdEw/w640-h366/55E1AE4D-DB59-4D93-8DA5-BC9E7E85B183.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p><i>Dancing</i> <i>with</i> <i>the</i> Stars always has a big, splashy night for Halloween. Well, this is it, and they are calling it (for the first time) “Villains Night.” It begins with a very lame <i>Blair</i> <i>Witch</i> takeoff as the opener.</p><p><b>Brandon and Jeannie, paso doble, Hannibal Lecter</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgY03r-1t8M3VujP3hmKg-sZiEjpqmTlV3Z38GzKMKCLNjfwUbHJiK3h8MlGfv5NBbjfqMn4itJII4gTAMM8wwJHHkz6EyHIhAAH5B89LP2s7lswEggCRysV-CS7nSVxGMfmEyL4VMTW5Pz6Ec8XogiydTpIlqG3Wecd67uApe_BkK7yBb_EQ/s1080/E4D54F04-9CAF-4F72-B3E3-1A5C7DE25B5A.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgY03r-1t8M3VujP3hmKg-sZiEjpqmTlV3Z38GzKMKCLNjfwUbHJiK3h8MlGfv5NBbjfqMn4itJII4gTAMM8wwJHHkz6EyHIhAAH5B89LP2s7lswEggCRysV-CS7nSVxGMfmEyL4VMTW5Pz6Ec8XogiydTpIlqG3Wecd67uApe_BkK7yBb_EQ/w640-h640/E4D54F04-9CAF-4F72-B3E3-1A5C7DE25B5A.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Not sure if the concept of Villains is working yet, but the paso had some great shapes and lines.</p><p>Derek: “You absolutely ate up that paso. You had proper frame, the oval shapes. I loved it. That was a great paso.” Bruno: “You throw yourself with such gusto and intention, that it’s really irresistible to watch.” Carrie Ann: “That was an explosive way to start the show. Great attack. Really powerful. I want you to start adding back in some of the grace.”</p><p>JUDGES: 25 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Britt and Johnny, Viennese waltz, vampires</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiECzWLepp0QQ0k7fGqck9SeRQrmuSycymaeVB-YI9Z0QzMA7KfuRGNyaSB1MDT9Aw9GJ0c_sDlP0RvcMu9H95RwPhqk_6Lrv-11vnfUTi_7fovyJLsJj4Cm3nSLDpZWGrrS-wo6xYusKDXhdcafiWisRNAyAkdzfhbpLniGGRhIe_beuZI_g/s3870/2C9CC83F-6C92-4E23-8183-530C2F742C74.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2185" data-original-width="3870" height="362" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiECzWLepp0QQ0k7fGqck9SeRQrmuSycymaeVB-YI9Z0QzMA7KfuRGNyaSB1MDT9Aw9GJ0c_sDlP0RvcMu9H95RwPhqk_6Lrv-11vnfUTi_7fovyJLsJj4Cm3nSLDpZWGrrS-wo6xYusKDXhdcafiWisRNAyAkdzfhbpLniGGRhIe_beuZI_g/w640-h362/2C9CC83F-6C92-4E23-8183-530C2F742C74.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Vampires dancing to “Creep”? I’m so there for that. There really wasn’t enough in hold for a good Viennese waltz, IMHO, but it was fun to watch anyway.</p><p>Bruno: “I am bitterly disappointed, because it wasn’t bad at all. It was very, very good. What you did, that I really really liked, apart from the fact that you have wonderful sweeping motion is you really captured the Gothic romance feel. It was passionate, and it was fluid. It’s a question of balance. You balanced it extremely well. Fantastic job.” Carrie Ann: “I agree. You floated through that like a dream, like you were a rock star. There was so much interpretation of the music, more than I’ve ever seen. I felt like you became one with the bass, and the strength and the power and the story.” Derek: “One of my favorite parts about the show is redemption. Having a bad week and coming back and doing what you just did. It was so beautiful. I loved the version of that song. Rock and roll, the costume, the theme, the character, the dancing. It was like a perfect formula. Fantastic.”</p><p>We have a skull mirror ball, hanging in the ballroom!</p><p>JUDGES: 27 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Gleb and Chrishell, paso doble, Malefecent</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAO-dVRzz29Yp3aO_b5bUS_0Y5KB1HASzKt828dC0pnPK5sTFl5g4w4F_YRc0XgCcTrCHLvpEFQkF_OFEnFN-WFvqYQh2VhDLC_wucffacVaL6UgZ9AmfirZkgH4e11tyzk0PShmehz2ViE-3qnnILN18V3UZXwbFElW6QjDN7qlbVnjx3Zg/s1110/1938E971-A1A6-4E77-8F53-ACF9F8DC6D31.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1110" data-original-width="736" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAO-dVRzz29Yp3aO_b5bUS_0Y5KB1HASzKt828dC0pnPK5sTFl5g4w4F_YRc0XgCcTrCHLvpEFQkF_OFEnFN-WFvqYQh2VhDLC_wucffacVaL6UgZ9AmfirZkgH4e11tyzk0PShmehz2ViE-3qnnILN18V3UZXwbFElW6QjDN7qlbVnjx3Zg/w424-h640/1938E971-A1A6-4E77-8F53-ACF9F8DC6D31.jpeg" width="424" /></a></div><p>Not really much of a dance there. Ugh.</p><p>Carrie Ann: “Chrishell, you are in your element. Talk about storytelling at its finest. That is what this night is all about. It was simple, the strategy was good: simple moves, executed beautifully.” Derek: “That was cinematic. You, tapping into that villain, with the horns. The simplicity of it called for that. It was sparse. There was space.” Bruno: “That was mesmerizing. Your focus, your intention, your purpose were absolutely spot on. You lost the fluidity sometimes. Overall, it was a very strong performance.”</p><p>JUDGES: 26 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Val and Monica, jazz, Nurse Ratched</b></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKjNZVd2xZP7G97MKoQVrIg9mTy0UihmXzORYYmQ_8Mbt9S5cWlOEM3Q9aXQ4Qy4z2e74fzWDNgPutycZP04cQzfmAGoxYDN_j6ZhDN9CPgZJ5GhyfWea6a-uDOkKRBBVnueYYro5zM4yqXdqJAEZOzICOkII7WkOqJ2cDJRljWkHR3-Td7w/s951/A4210E0B-6D67-4027-814B-6C3CC74606FC.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="951" data-original-width="634" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKjNZVd2xZP7G97MKoQVrIg9mTy0UihmXzORYYmQ_8Mbt9S5cWlOEM3Q9aXQ4Qy4z2e74fzWDNgPutycZP04cQzfmAGoxYDN_j6ZhDN9CPgZJ5GhyfWea6a-uDOkKRBBVnueYYro5zM4yqXdqJAEZOzICOkII7WkOqJ2cDJRljWkHR3-Td7w/w426-h640/A4210E0B-6D67-4027-814B-6C3CC74606FC.jpeg" width="426" /></a></div><p></p><p>Any dance to “Fever” is a good one, especially with Val Chemerkovskiy’s stunning choreography.</p><p>However, Monica Aldama still doesn’t seem really comfortable with all this, and she seems to be stepping rather than dancing through it all.</p><p>Derek: “First of all, that opening leg! The musicality, the transitions into the lifts, I really felt that seductive energy at the beginning. And I think that tonight more than ever, it’s really about the character. For me, that side by side moment, I lost the character in the middle, but overall, I thought it was a really strong performance.” Bruno: “I didn’t get a fever. I got more of a mild chill. Great leg extensions. Great lifts. The thing with jazz, it has to always come from the body. Think Fosse. (And he shows us what he means.)” Carrie Ann: “I agree with Bruno. What was not lacking was the intention behind the movement. The shapes were really nice. Tonight especially, it’s about storytelling. It wasn’t your best dance. You are still improving. This is a process.”</p><p>JUDGES: 22 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Cheryl and AJ, tango, Norman Bates</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZEMCjlc-MM5jDX6aXLzykkjXFVN4V-fV4fTb5DaC7H2xBbgTHWHoe3i5KBPaMj0cLB_mWhlatxYc-AOh726dW5Io0rDiNZPwUVvCy-qpZzAwb_ErhL-Jpd0LW5IzcRhb2r1HTVc9gp7hLZzoPDo9JujbQTO-kGFw6j1wKGxfNsYrXXzAjCA/s735/3C6AF7A0-9A68-4349-B24D-03466987B1ED.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="732" data-original-width="735" height="638" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZEMCjlc-MM5jDX6aXLzykkjXFVN4V-fV4fTb5DaC7H2xBbgTHWHoe3i5KBPaMj0cLB_mWhlatxYc-AOh726dW5Io0rDiNZPwUVvCy-qpZzAwb_ErhL-Jpd0LW5IzcRhb2r1HTVc9gp7hLZzoPDo9JujbQTO-kGFw6j1wKGxfNsYrXXzAjCA/w640-h638/3C6AF7A0-9A68-4349-B24D-03466987B1ED.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>AJ likes dressing up in women’s clothes, so he loved dressing as Norma Bates’ mom (as in the movie) for this dance (at the beginning at least). Personally, I like the old-timey ’50s feel to the dance, with costumes and hair. </p><p>Cheryl hit her head in rehearsal, but says she’s ok.</p><p>Carrie Ann: “AJ! Wow. I’m truly impressed. That was a really difficult routine, and you did… every movement was great. The power, the dramatic shifts. This is kind of what we’ve been looking for all night: the light and shade.My God! Well done.” Derek: “AJ, I loved the intro, with you dressed up as Normal Bates’ mother. That was so creepy and wonderful. I was watching your footwork a lot in that. Well done.” Bruno: “Thrilling. You managed to translate the neurosis of the character into the steps.”</p><p>JUDGES: 26 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Daniella and Nelly, Argentine tango, Freddie Kruger</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFDhnOiu3ZgtFlHVO-6_wpiFs9GOAAl0Y0iv58zPGTSWd_xBIwX6bjgD4hWV15OFUfutmDnVrVeox3KOt04zXtn8t-C1J9Y1DYAYG-ShxSdJOjQpcSpUo5yJqiEADWj93NX1OKM7UHOSz7YxKKJWhF3AQXvw98yEuZFr-GkO6KtiexaVmJhA/s1080/8D06E6F1-3016-40E0-9397-7D381931ADD6.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1076" data-original-width="1080" height="638" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFDhnOiu3ZgtFlHVO-6_wpiFs9GOAAl0Y0iv58zPGTSWd_xBIwX6bjgD4hWV15OFUfutmDnVrVeox3KOt04zXtn8t-C1J9Y1DYAYG-ShxSdJOjQpcSpUo5yJqiEADWj93NX1OKM7UHOSz7YxKKJWhF3AQXvw98yEuZFr-GkO6KtiexaVmJhA/w640-h638/8D06E6F1-3016-40E0-9397-7D381931ADD6.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>They dance to “I Can’t Feel My Face,” which is hilarious. Daniella, as always, was fantastic. Her choreography is just amazing. Nelly is, um, Nelly.</p><p>Carrie Ann: “Nelly! What is going on? That was by far your best dance. Everything you were doing was so dramatic. There was a sense of urgency to your moves. The dynamics in that: the push the pull, the hold, the footwork, everything. Booyah!” Derek: “That was definitely not a nightmare on that dance floor. You were such a great partner to Daniella.” Bruno: “You killed that Argentine tango. I don’t know how it happened, but your whole stance was completely different today.”</p><p>JUDGES: 27 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Sasha and Justina, tango, Carrie</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUf2s_kdaOH52kdLIbZsNehzl9tow6FTciR6ov3PmdYpY1fI4VqnyJJDmnCllokHEV73-6XS7w7Ph9njwNxSB_EaQSItevtt4hRkEY9n5UmY4mlgUDKdYWi7QJigOHDcrIpzq-BxetjQzFDBxkPXOH4-7UEJS8xGUncg2wzi3Npu1QAPIfzg/s736/5CF800D8-D439-4239-9A81-B9C1960B369E.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="492" data-original-width="736" height="428" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUf2s_kdaOH52kdLIbZsNehzl9tow6FTciR6ov3PmdYpY1fI4VqnyJJDmnCllokHEV73-6XS7w7Ph9njwNxSB_EaQSItevtt4hRkEY9n5UmY4mlgUDKdYWi7QJigOHDcrIpzq-BxetjQzFDBxkPXOH4-7UEJS8xGUncg2wzi3Npu1QAPIfzg/w640-h428/5CF800D8-D439-4239-9A81-B9C1960B369E.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Well, this is funny. Justina hates Halloween, and she’s paired with the King of Halloween, Sasha Farber. </p><p>Now, that’s a tango! Wow. Great dance.</p><p>Justina screams a few times during the dance. Chilling.</p><p>Derek: “You literally set this place on fire. That was awesome. First of all, your screams. I loved it. Your frame is exquisite. Also what I love: you travel across that floor. You move so much. And that means that you’re in the correct position.” Bruno: “Blood-curdlingly good. She stormed through it like a woman possessed. So powerful.” Carrie Ann: “You, to me, are one of the best dancers here. You have such a shot at winning this. I love the way you use the space. When you come out in the ballroom, it is yours. You own everything that you do, and I love that.”</p><p>JUDGES: 26 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Jenna and Nev, paso doble, Black Swan</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgd_VmDVx6rqGItOA4RWTqEqVtEj1_882d3EnXUQ2sNn33cGkrPCfRybM52MBbKZQUjzAksKnG9ax-xFbY-sfYhXMfz8YDZp6TBkNlUr13fvMtJiezH0F_2Rxz2DoWq_F8cUO0q0X5OGeLI3Q4-6kMRlKu5kQQO5caZtLoJmmLKRilwxMK06w/s1500/DA879B17-FB0D-4814-9B86-A72811294268.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1500" data-original-width="1500" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgd_VmDVx6rqGItOA4RWTqEqVtEj1_882d3EnXUQ2sNn33cGkrPCfRybM52MBbKZQUjzAksKnG9ax-xFbY-sfYhXMfz8YDZp6TBkNlUr13fvMtJiezH0F_2Rxz2DoWq_F8cUO0q0X5OGeLI3Q4-6kMRlKu5kQQO5caZtLoJmmLKRilwxMK06w/w640-h640/DA879B17-FB0D-4814-9B86-A72811294268.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Jenna gets big points for creativity for this whole concept and choreography. Just wow. Nev gets big points for all the manscaping he had to do for this.</p><p>Bruno: “It has to be perfect. And it was! I loved this piece and you lived up to the expectation.” Carrie Ann: “There were high expectations coming into this performance, and you met them, and you exceeded them. I want to thank your dad for exposing you to ballet at such a young age. Look, it’s paid off. Your lines, your negative space, the way you change character, all of it. Wonderful job. Breathtaking.” Derek: “From beginning to end. The opening moment, when Jenna’s spread out like that. Gorgeous. Oh my gosh! It’s so good. The light. The shapes. The way you stretched. Just beautiful.”</p><p>JUDGES: 30 (out of 30, first perfect score of the season)</p><p><b>Alan and Skai, Argentine tango, Bride of Chucky</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbt3Vgmo6FLgeKN39n5N79XQmhw4Rv9f1gdCXw2w02tJJAolXs4glOZFXL6MarQ4jklz4qbbBc3WrVYCQCYpAaxTNSQezfg3wzTLPWUcqIo0qOpoINTBQaYJrGOM0yAHI6gfdJfOY0pONXeT9HBKOYCMgVfca4BGe2iiTCvoddhmdLa83y_Q/s736/6AAB025A-5D15-46FE-ADE7-8E24AA96BDB8.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="731" data-original-width="736" height="636" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbt3Vgmo6FLgeKN39n5N79XQmhw4Rv9f1gdCXw2w02tJJAolXs4glOZFXL6MarQ4jklz4qbbBc3WrVYCQCYpAaxTNSQezfg3wzTLPWUcqIo0qOpoINTBQaYJrGOM0yAHI6gfdJfOY0pONXeT9HBKOYCMgVfca4BGe2iiTCvoddhmdLa83y_Q/w640-h636/6AAB025A-5D15-46FE-ADE7-8E24AA96BDB8.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Interesting Argentine tango to a Billie Eilish song. Lotsa lifts. Still felt awkward to me.</p><p>Carrie Ann: “I am so proud of you. You’ve had the roughest road of this competition this season. And you came back stronger this week than ever. The power that you exuded in that dance was mesmerizing.” Derek: “Last week, I felt for you. This week, I feel you. You are on a mission. You were focused. So good. You actually killed that routine. Amazing lifts.” Bruno: “There isn’t a bad bone in your body, and not a bad step in that tango. What was fabulous tonight: the way you extended the shapes.”</p><p>JUDGES: 27 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Artem and Kaitlyn, paso doble, Cruella DeVille</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXXDr_2AiMR1MfIshutmYJyTsVK7_ZurxPqkedcnNFfdTdERpUVpsjn4QVOQssENwFnUOJQXVlR0pXU5yXqhONU8zvxMg5OWtlwDaDyNJXPvbuYDQdBYxrz1QtTmHcyLtk4TgkaQzlZ4zo6-mcoLvw7GhHHSE4Fh9DMUmMPS_WYsWP9UIlJA/s736/9BCCA215-E2F5-4C23-9CCF-01C8D41C4E58.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="709" data-original-width="736" height="616" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXXDr_2AiMR1MfIshutmYJyTsVK7_ZurxPqkedcnNFfdTdERpUVpsjn4QVOQssENwFnUOJQXVlR0pXU5yXqhONU8zvxMg5OWtlwDaDyNJXPvbuYDQdBYxrz1QtTmHcyLtk4TgkaQzlZ4zo6-mcoLvw7GhHHSE4Fh9DMUmMPS_WYsWP9UIlJA/w640-h616/9BCCA215-E2F5-4C23-9CCF-01C8D41C4E58.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Yes, it is hilarious for anyone who follows Kaitlyn’s social media to see her playing someone who hates dogs. Her dogs are so loved!</p><p>Really great paso doble.</p><p>Derek: “Artem, I want to adopt you. Kaitlyn, you are dancing your butt off every single week, with so much content. I just have to thank you for that. The shapes! Great way to end the show.” Bruno: “You had the right intention. For me, it felt slightly rushed. It wasn’t as crisp and defined as a paso doble should be. But at this stage, you have to get the finish absolutely right.” Carrie Ann: “What’s so hard, Kaitlyn, is that you are a good dancer. I saw you trying really hard tonight. I don’t wanna discourage you, but this was another not great dance of yours.”</p><p>JUDGES: 24 (out of 30)</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjng-okxFakysuIi82fH38ryKER-1yH_9z57g-EBePKW2lkCNV4OTUc2knRe2rbir-oJvU3SBzi81A3UjNOjTpiRoQodKGdXjMzzKf9Ymqn57zoE90rGF_D7mKsvKLR_kOUkzLKnjMUwcH0jWoy7T67Ha8VUzcQUcExye4DgBsdZCeyTrtmyg/s3958/D9BB08B5-CE71-4F6C-B2B1-DAD302A35AAB.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2206" data-original-width="3958" height="356" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjng-okxFakysuIi82fH38ryKER-1yH_9z57g-EBePKW2lkCNV4OTUc2knRe2rbir-oJvU3SBzi81A3UjNOjTpiRoQodKGdXjMzzKf9Ymqn57zoE90rGF_D7mKsvKLR_kOUkzLKnjMUwcH0jWoy7T67Ha8VUzcQUcExye4DgBsdZCeyTrtmyg/w640-h356/D9BB08B5-CE71-4F6C-B2B1-DAD302A35AAB.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p>Who are in the Bottom Two?</p><p>Brandon and Jeannie and Monica and Val. Who goes home?</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6eVlw_IZdK3NkUiezqSugzJUpE7-Hw24hJ5Z8GTHWRwvue-4lo1xeK69OD6cwcagtvf2UyKWAJIU0VeWN026SfyEJqOCpcE0ltqCXECSicdBuyZpvlotnHs75xpEWFzmo7HZWTmMWGbOSq8FtZBb5QTSeL-4zvBMP4Rs47gZ5vq5xndKJgA/s1500/5A8F2E59-B410-48E8-889D-3AB0094EC5CF.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1000" data-original-width="1500" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6eVlw_IZdK3NkUiezqSugzJUpE7-Hw24hJ5Z8GTHWRwvue-4lo1xeK69OD6cwcagtvf2UyKWAJIU0VeWN026SfyEJqOCpcE0ltqCXECSicdBuyZpvlotnHs75xpEWFzmo7HZWTmMWGbOSq8FtZBb5QTSeL-4zvBMP4Rs47gZ5vq5xndKJgA/w640-h426/5A8F2E59-B410-48E8-889D-3AB0094EC5CF.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Sadly. :-(</p><p><br /></p><p><b>MICHE’s Favorites of Villains Week</b></p><p>1. Sasha and Justrina, tango</p><p>2. Jenna and Nev, paso doble</p><p>3. Cheryl and AJ, tango</p><p>4. Val and Monica, jazz</p><p>5. Britt and Johnny, Viennese waltz</p><p>6. Artem and Kaitlyn, paso doble</p><p>7. Brandon and Jeannie, paso doble</p><p>8. Daniella and Nelly, Argentine tango</p><p><br /></p><p><b>So Done With</b></p><p>1. Skai</p><p>2. Chrishell</p><p>********************************************** </p>MicheBelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12153402057422544392noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3779897.post-35671257791171301532023-05-06T19:57:00.005-07:002023-05-06T19:57:55.291-07:00Season 29, Week 6: No theme again and some major messups, but hey, Derek’s dancing! With Hayley!<p> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6uUZ3GxJAKsRkpCYnt0jPRU0ST3B2wyoUXeaTcoqlM0iEPVaiVMmaVzBlUwri-Kj8Af3X-AOxzVrxDLVSK8WNDMyJWh726S6PR0YasNVjcWbgqmDFEayBav7reD_72P8wsOZM76ohG8DG9spomU2kDuX1tSvZQQED-v_bMDzGRZ7x0esoMg/s3842/D6BA2AAE-D075-4C6C-9383-0B33D72E03AD.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2244" data-original-width="3842" height="374" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6uUZ3GxJAKsRkpCYnt0jPRU0ST3B2wyoUXeaTcoqlM0iEPVaiVMmaVzBlUwri-Kj8Af3X-AOxzVrxDLVSK8WNDMyJWh726S6PR0YasNVjcWbgqmDFEayBav7reD_72P8wsOZM76ohG8DG9spomU2kDuX1tSvZQQED-v_bMDzGRZ7x0esoMg/w640-h374/D6BA2AAE-D075-4C6C-9383-0B33D72E03AD.jpeg" width="640" /></a></p>For the record, I am ignoring commenting about all the Tyra Banks’ costume changes and lame (even painful) asides to contestants. She just bugs the crap out of me, and the less said, the better. And the lame scripted intros that they are attempting to do just mostly make me cringe. Ugh.<div><br /></div><div>But let’s get onto the show, shall we?<br /><div><br /></div><div><b>Britt and Johnny, salsa </b></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWV9JZQnt3hLEaWIXThhTEBlAz6tmJmmXTTp_j6mnlyiwUvEsVgjs3CX4mn-c9EAow2lfsyy_uCirIhrLiHViCEEPqb2ZqyYBD9bwDyP7YnVWODxvqopYJ_XxubG7M2qQhrHGtSaPBxabNNqPLfxHd0felbZrc3xVA9OH0rXauwZbjitMKMA/s750/A59B21E8-383D-41D2-A91C-910A6432D8EC.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="500" data-original-width="750" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWV9JZQnt3hLEaWIXThhTEBlAz6tmJmmXTTp_j6mnlyiwUvEsVgjs3CX4mn-c9EAow2lfsyy_uCirIhrLiHViCEEPqb2ZqyYBD9bwDyP7YnVWODxvqopYJ_XxubG7M2qQhrHGtSaPBxabNNqPLfxHd0felbZrc3xVA9OH0rXauwZbjitMKMA/w640-h426/A59B21E8-383D-41D2-A91C-910A6432D8EC.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div>Well, I don’t know about this song choice. Not sure about this salsa either. Seemed there were a few missteps and not enough bounce. I do really like Britt’s choreography, though. She is clearly trying so hard.</div><div><br /></div><div>Derek: “First off, let’s talk about that costume. Holy moly! Listen: Miss Jennifer Lopez would be very proud. I love me some fringe. Coming off a week of getting two 10s, it’s really difficult. The expectation is high, there’s a little pressure on you. Overall, great way to start off the show.” Bruno: “Salsa has to have a much more grounded hip action. You tended to dance it all very lifted, so it changed. The style is not quite right. You have to use the floor and your hips a bit more in the salsa.” Carrie Ann: “The truth is, you win some, you lose some. This wasn’t your best dance for me. You had a slow start. Once you were side by side, I feel like then you found it, and it felt really good. I enjoyed watching it. Up until then, I felt you were very light on your feet, and not really confident. I wanna feel more earth in a dance like a salsa. I felt too little earth.” </div><div><br /></div><div>JUDGES: 22 (out of 30)</div><div><br /></div><div><b>Jenna and Nev, jazz</b></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfo0ieYOwxgmjBA_NBj95JVTjUpq3Rw5vvdWmhQCjUmYkZrW_4p5ylXC42OlJLukLAC53FMiZ2ckXATIQD6icxe3DClPCpG-zShz1TgfMfymXn1a5nKp8vqWpDHNNoO3bXpUE8YsxR9ckTA5D79kwQ_6RsHM8DRl3NH5f2S6TS1Gm_5R6DkQ/s612/67AAE674-AF8F-4FF2-BE67-C212171AFD78.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="612" data-original-width="490" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfo0ieYOwxgmjBA_NBj95JVTjUpq3Rw5vvdWmhQCjUmYkZrW_4p5ylXC42OlJLukLAC53FMiZ2ckXATIQD6icxe3DClPCpG-zShz1TgfMfymXn1a5nKp8vqWpDHNNoO3bXpUE8YsxR9ckTA5D79kwQ_6RsHM8DRl3NH5f2S6TS1Gm_5R6DkQ/w512-h640/67AAE674-AF8F-4FF2-BE67-C212171AFD78.jpeg" width="512" /></a></div><br /><div>They are dancing to a Marky Mark song, and Nev schools Jenna on the fact that “Marky Mark” is the same person as Mark Wahlberg. </div><div><br /></div><div>Personally, I didn’t like the song (“Good Vibrations”) or the dance. That opening pose though! :-0</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKk4euEwXndELChZvhQn4ZGnIEjDVn5E7vBExn8XURQ_cYcY_WaCxRhTSNYXZZo7XdmQEtz12T9c2XtNipS0MrcWU80Aanv3FwHYGi1BsJDRGWYi1h1SEsYtaT_6cO9cLqYo00Br0L2mfMf5QH1lb9nTOn7UkHSW-gTqOBa6-laBVWYsS2AQ/s317/A7937149-6929-4AD1-A512-BEE17AE89AE4.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="159" data-original-width="317" height="321" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKk4euEwXndELChZvhQn4ZGnIEjDVn5E7vBExn8XURQ_cYcY_WaCxRhTSNYXZZo7XdmQEtz12T9c2XtNipS0MrcWU80Aanv3FwHYGi1BsJDRGWYi1h1SEsYtaT_6cO9cLqYo00Br0L2mfMf5QH1lb9nTOn7UkHSW-gTqOBa6-laBVWYsS2AQ/w640-h321/A7937149-6929-4AD1-A512-BEE17AE89AE4.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div>Bruno: “It was deliciously bonkers. At times, I felt like I was in a rave in the ’90s. Then, I felt like I was loooking at “Fame,” you know, when they audition for Debbie Allen. I don’t know what it was, but it worked.” Carrie Ann: “I thought it was amazing. You threw in every single jazz step possible. Everything about that made me so happy, even though it was sort of a war of two worlds, with the music and the style, but it worked. You did it. Great job.” Derek: “Talk about Jazz 101. You were so clean. You guys were so together the entire time. I couldn’t stop laughing and smiling, in a good way.” </div><div><br /></div><div>JUDGES: 26 (out of 30)</div><div><br /></div><div><b>Val and Monica, rumba</b></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGnTn1cf_gDRcdma0HOZ36_2RDNWEOA-2OtO1jkQ_GQh70jUpTCHCAB5fxUyCu-X5QnILJln1A2JtD_O6kx-rwZ1mdwduB3KJlQc0eAJ-JF4RIPt0Vp-KxKesVB6pijeAPI-8clvynoKe3NS2wEcKTULXLDg9VmIrfF61Q3_a_Xex6pXskuQ/s620/E24B4FCE-5215-44D4-B131-BDCAE09B84B6.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="420" data-original-width="620" height="434" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGnTn1cf_gDRcdma0HOZ36_2RDNWEOA-2OtO1jkQ_GQh70jUpTCHCAB5fxUyCu-X5QnILJln1A2JtD_O6kx-rwZ1mdwduB3KJlQc0eAJ-JF4RIPt0Vp-KxKesVB6pijeAPI-8clvynoKe3NS2wEcKTULXLDg9VmIrfF61Q3_a_Xex6pXskuQ/w640-h434/E24B4FCE-5215-44D4-B131-BDCAE09B84B6.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div>Just a beautiful rumba. Val’s choreography is just stunning. Really nice execution by Monica too.</div><div><p>Carrie Ann: “Wow! Wow, wow. There’s nothing more exciting than to watch someone come into their own. I know you’re amazing in the cheer world, but now you’re amazing in the ballroom world. Latin dance! That was so refined, so sensual, so in your power, and you are radiant. It was a beautiful rumba.” Derek: “Absolutely. There is a softness about you tonight. You can tell you’re really enjoying this. And when you’re enjoying it, we enjoy it. Also, your balance is so impressive. I loved your story, but I loved your rumba even more.” Bruno: “That was a classic rumba. What you did, you pitched it right. It had the right balance of sensuality and romance. Just right, and it wasn’t forced. Your face was inspired. And your lines, and your shapes, and your control.”</p><p>JUDGES: 27 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Alan and Skai, cha cha</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_R7JAnBH4yQXMCrC7ac7tsu2VXSDYFztxdn6nZNVvjaO2kKB0UkqBUewIDxELiBiYgAbkGXZXR6-MJvoxFcAap8wmEu9toJv7kyhMG-81TLOGYndHWfOlkTIR50X0TTYElrrraLgSmISSGi8ekcSFi-fPBm8GeLVADfmeiR-lUpPjvFo-mQ/s736/178CA912-5CAB-4254-9488-FC3522131ACC.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="736" data-original-width="736" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_R7JAnBH4yQXMCrC7ac7tsu2VXSDYFztxdn6nZNVvjaO2kKB0UkqBUewIDxELiBiYgAbkGXZXR6-MJvoxFcAap8wmEu9toJv7kyhMG-81TLOGYndHWfOlkTIR50X0TTYElrrraLgSmISSGi8ekcSFi-fPBm8GeLVADfmeiR-lUpPjvFo-mQ/w640-h640/178CA912-5CAB-4254-9488-FC3522131ACC.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>I knew there was a reason I didn’t like Skai. And here it is. One of my pet peeves with this show is people who insist on doing other things (going on a world tour, headlining their concerts, studying at college, whatever) along with doing Dancing with the Stars. Apparently people don’t realize how difficult this can be, and think they can do many things at once. Well, you can’t. Something suffers. </p><p>Like this cha cha, where she really lost focus. #NotAFan</p><p>Derek: “Skai, first of all, it happens to the best of us. It’s live, you just go out there. I have to commend you for carrying on. We saw there was a mess-up there. Things happen. There was really great moments in there.” Bruno: “He’s right. Accidents happen. The sections that you did well were actually much better than in Latin dances in the past. But there were a lot, a lot of mistakes. The choreography was very complicated. You handled it as best as you could.” Carrie Ann: “I’m really proud of you. It is not easy to find your way back from that. You really lost it in the middle there. You actually came back stronger than ever. What you performed was one of your better dances, because you looked so relaxed, because what is there to lose at that point?”</p><p>JUDGES: 18 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Peta and Vernon, cha cha</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgs4muxZP4XBIpbOxDrdBBrg06aypkAcvNlNfdh7xkkCi9TUlv1wvtso10xlYcNcxFvujTfHFdU_qqdAbAjsDZ08O6X8Y6956s3e38wP1jfx6shF4DitNDZALSgAQSWoOJ4K_N0SEq8QcP8jT6synXefBcZIBoHeKVUZIdJwJA4tkIqCJGc7w/s1500/DAFE7069-189A-47EB-8A57-2AA36CD9AB46.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1000" data-original-width="1500" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgs4muxZP4XBIpbOxDrdBBrg06aypkAcvNlNfdh7xkkCi9TUlv1wvtso10xlYcNcxFvujTfHFdU_qqdAbAjsDZ08O6X8Y6956s3e38wP1jfx6shF4DitNDZALSgAQSWoOJ4K_N0SEq8QcP8jT6synXefBcZIBoHeKVUZIdJwJA4tkIqCJGc7w/w640-h426/DAFE7069-189A-47EB-8A57-2AA36CD9AB46.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>That suit! :-0 Dunno about this dance. Peta, as usual, works her butt off and has great choreography, but Vernon doesn’t do much for me.</p><p>Bruno: “The suit alone was almost hypnotizing. I had to squint to try to get the shapes. You have the right feel for the dance. You get into it, your timing is good.” Carrie Ann: “I don’t know how to say this, but I enjoy watching you dance. You’re very comfortable with yourself, which actually says a lot. It’s not easy with these movements to be comfortable. They’re very awkward. Anybody who’s done this show knows that. Your body’s in all these strange positions. But you have an ease about you that makes it very comfortable to watch. These were a lot of mistakes, so the scores aren’t going to be that great. But I wanna keep encouraging you.” Derek: “I would give you a 10 for joy, every single time. There’s a beauty about you. However, from a technical standpoint, it’s a cardinal sin in cha cha, with heel leads, and a little timing issue. But when you turned Peta, it is so smooth, so powerful, so strong.:</p><p>JUDGES: 21 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Daniella and Nelly, Viennese waltz</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjm6B-69DLuTpVpjDqo6iXEDTOqs7HOQX_YLN9IBLhMrXqDY1IoyBzSE9cRgFfvzRMG8Pjo9kKjv2-B6M60kp2sQWtP2NymWF0LxMHaUBb2gTxZWvYuTo12HzNEJehPl3xuIJtZdKK59SDOTTNoUwVq3rbMKqRerTc0CjLAQ4eORb2m1akuHA/s3765/662E5422-37AB-47D4-AF00-DD881C03BC96.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2167" data-original-width="3765" height="368" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjm6B-69DLuTpVpjDqo6iXEDTOqs7HOQX_YLN9IBLhMrXqDY1IoyBzSE9cRgFfvzRMG8Pjo9kKjv2-B6M60kp2sQWtP2NymWF0LxMHaUBb2gTxZWvYuTo12HzNEJehPl3xuIJtZdKK59SDOTTNoUwVq3rbMKqRerTc0CjLAQ4eORb2m1akuHA/w640-h368/662E5422-37AB-47D4-AF00-DD881C03BC96.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Nelly and Daniella dance the Viennese waltz to a Tim McGraw song, “Humble and Kind.” It was very pretty. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5kU0leLYZZ_AS9sm16jMPmpr1ymFPSByKJzUaEWVTsFVorfJGZmZp3SZzQWilNUZqR33swk_2d-XJAJG3sb1WqIO7TtB5w7elHPFbVktryPKtI7wz6FYD_wHtlIL0w6mKppCRuEoo9aTk27wQWNlfrUEZbpK8w0apwX73xLCYGgc4_6W7qQ/s3796/8A08B5E6-D88A-4DC4-B129-8118C5E5DB25.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2171" data-original-width="3796" height="366" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5kU0leLYZZ_AS9sm16jMPmpr1ymFPSByKJzUaEWVTsFVorfJGZmZp3SZzQWilNUZqR33swk_2d-XJAJG3sb1WqIO7TtB5w7elHPFbVktryPKtI7wz6FYD_wHtlIL0w6mKppCRuEoo9aTk27wQWNlfrUEZbpK8w0apwX73xLCYGgc4_6W7qQ/w640-h366/8A08B5E6-D88A-4DC4-B129-8118C5E5DB25.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Carrie Ann: “Excuse me? I’m without words. There’s something so beautiful happening. The way you expressed your hands, the fluidity. One of the most beautiful things about this show is getting to see different layers of people we thought we knew. Who are you that you Viennese waltzing, hip hop mega mogul? What is happening? There is such beauty in storytelling. It was a beautiful, elegant Viennese waltz.” Derek: “I don’t know how you felt during this dance, but for me, the softness and awareness of your body, and being a good partner to Daniella is incredibly masculine. It truly is. It’s beautiful to see, and beautiful to watch. Honestly, that was wonderful.” Bruno: “You’ve never been more charming and endearing. It was so nice to see you so inspired. There was a gentleness of touch that was so good. You treat your woman like your goddess.”</p><p>JUDGES: 24 (out of 30)</p><p>A beautiful paso doble dance break by Derek Hough and his love, Hayley Erbert (whom I really miss as a dancer on this show). <span> </span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEis-EXhMuTrXR0n7xsEM4e4lggcFQRvmlo9KgdoZaVuqmpcxheAV9sKuKhZM6Xlo8dIvt0OU3Y6FpJsvetHpf8cQO0u312p7rs_lOBP4LgzEOhnanM8yshI_lj_OnTtSm8yr3zs1RFb1EbaZJ2ZCBv201JXQD8zC16cHsxk3N1EMdfPeFGhNg/s3726/BC01F2C9-BF8B-4879-93E3-EAD4879B1864.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2164" data-original-width="3726" height="372" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEis-EXhMuTrXR0n7xsEM4e4lggcFQRvmlo9KgdoZaVuqmpcxheAV9sKuKhZM6Xlo8dIvt0OU3Y6FpJsvetHpf8cQO0u312p7rs_lOBP4LgzEOhnanM8yshI_lj_OnTtSm8yr3zs1RFb1EbaZJ2ZCBv201JXQD8zC16cHsxk3N1EMdfPeFGhNg/w640-h372/BC01F2C9-BF8B-4879-93E3-EAD4879B1864.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiX4jOJ8NByHZpF7wLvO_9u_fSe-buo7sfRzDh6COOHCbW8kFnH9FvHlDhd76H-I8js9BLJanMT72kSa_-3U1Rc708Mid0ixv3R-K-gDj26seS05kixdfclCBNuE-3dzXV9eq3G6vA5olQkY3xeUaGLL6VrNam2m5Kgr0Kap13SRNG4fwWtWQ/s3620/D26F702B-DD22-4596-81E3-8BD3D5707181.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2037" data-original-width="3620" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiX4jOJ8NByHZpF7wLvO_9u_fSe-buo7sfRzDh6COOHCbW8kFnH9FvHlDhd76H-I8js9BLJanMT72kSa_-3U1Rc708Mid0ixv3R-K-gDj26seS05kixdfclCBNuE-3dzXV9eq3G6vA5olQkY3xeUaGLL6VrNam2m5Kgr0Kap13SRNG4fwWtWQ/w640-h360/D26F702B-DD22-4596-81E3-8BD3D5707181.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><span>The whole thing was almost ruined by Tyra’s schoolgirlish reaction to this beautiful, moving piece.</span><p></p><p><span><b>Brandon and Jeannie, rumba</b></span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5u4f11GN2aA8rn5RL7Yv2s-tgis96oTZKMzlyFjzWS0jVj2ufLFZdogdTe4U5CqrUKehWcSpXTyl3HJ2AOZCb5yI-YUPiIyZmR75utsXdIUDoh1INaIRtJGssCyDCJs0PBywX9F7gJmoDPOP8xGiNo1dnrUeq4T7_EkUPwJx0sHdZE8w71w/s273/E39D2EFC-F11F-418D-A9B1-789DC062B624.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="185" data-original-width="273" height="434" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5u4f11GN2aA8rn5RL7Yv2s-tgis96oTZKMzlyFjzWS0jVj2ufLFZdogdTe4U5CqrUKehWcSpXTyl3HJ2AOZCb5yI-YUPiIyZmR75utsXdIUDoh1INaIRtJGssCyDCJs0PBywX9F7gJmoDPOP8xGiNo1dnrUeq4T7_EkUPwJx0sHdZE8w71w/w640-h434/E39D2EFC-F11F-418D-A9B1-789DC062B624.png" width="640" /></a></div><br /> Love the costumes. Also loved this rumba. Am loving Jeannie more and more as a competitor. <p></p><p>Derek: “Jeannie, that was such a sensual, and… that was really really good. Your legs were so straight and over your foot. It was so good. Really well done.” Bruno: “So much passion. You see, rumba you can play it many different ways, but you have to do it right. And you have the uncanny ability to transform your character with every dance. It’s all about passion.” Carrie Ann: “You are stunning. What is so exciting about you is how much you get every single thing you do, you dance at your edge, and for women, that is really powerful. People that go right to the edge. I salute you, sexy. You’re obviously a fighter.”</p><p>JUDGES: 25 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Cheryl and AJ, samba</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSsUsxHPX4J-I2uhVtzy1jeKnoImqUXzewyZrUhqtv8iBc_nDtsPj458WOFC9ZsqihtSJNCxNtwsHzMOL6R2IDKiS91uP4OWhNiBn9P7p67FJ8C8Du5ILwdrtZOVPRMkYycSrzYkXhLOzWwoCbQtlSvVPeViV1dTOj51tJLJ1aBorNtb9mGg/s1200/DDEB6368-BE5C-435F-AD44-03BB0ACD5D50.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1200" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSsUsxHPX4J-I2uhVtzy1jeKnoImqUXzewyZrUhqtv8iBc_nDtsPj458WOFC9ZsqihtSJNCxNtwsHzMOL6R2IDKiS91uP4OWhNiBn9P7p67FJ8C8Du5ILwdrtZOVPRMkYycSrzYkXhLOzWwoCbQtlSvVPeViV1dTOj51tJLJ1aBorNtb9mGg/w640-h640/DDEB6368-BE5C-435F-AD44-03BB0ACD5D50.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Wow! I loved this dance. Cheryl’s choreography is always spot on, and she does hit that camera every time. LOL AJ doesn’t have quite enough samba bounce, but it was a very fun dance.</p><p>Bruno: “Oh my God. Don’t be sorry—just do it! You’re solid. You always deliver. You’re always on time. Your performances are always strong. You did a very good samba. You even managed to put some bounce into it. Very difficult sections. Well done.” Carrie Ann: “Finally! I feel like that was such a breakthrough performance for you. You got just enough outward, and downward and forward. You just had the right balance, cause sometimes you dance a little small. We love watching you.” Derek: “When in doubt, shake it out. And you shook it. It was so much fun to watch. You had a great bounce in there. Samba’s a tough dance. But you made it look easy, my friend. I loved it.”</p><p>JUDGES: 27 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Gleb and Chrishell, contemporary </b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7lHE9w_ZSAwL6MN9bdyos1o56E7ir-_vpDLbYq43en3-W9mnsQPxGNJfvzbzyDiLcBtXBGLoroNvzSm0oqn629fwd0etnCMLXolDmp8jECbs57dcZhNJlbxgrKbE7Dos5ceJKUPJnkKoSrzMdzQsyjyU6VlDtvk0YukNBr9cuai0xf_a-tQ/s1500/EF0D53D7-6B88-4CC6-8C10-C35C1BBB65D9.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1009" data-original-width="1500" height="430" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7lHE9w_ZSAwL6MN9bdyos1o56E7ir-_vpDLbYq43en3-W9mnsQPxGNJfvzbzyDiLcBtXBGLoroNvzSm0oqn629fwd0etnCMLXolDmp8jECbs57dcZhNJlbxgrKbE7Dos5ceJKUPJnkKoSrzMdzQsyjyU6VlDtvk0YukNBr9cuai0xf_a-tQ/w640-h430/EF0D53D7-6B88-4CC6-8C10-C35C1BBB65D9.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Chrishell dedicates this dance to her parents who both recently passed.</p><p>Carrie Ann: “I’m sure (her parents) are both watching over you and are very proud of you. You poured your heart and soul into that dance. I could feel you, I could feel all your emotions. Emotions are one of those things that when you add it to a dance, it creates this X factor, and it makes it more exciting. This was about the story, and I felt it. We all did. Thank you.” Derek: “You’re extraordinary. You’ve had a heck of a year, to put it mildly. And you are coming out here with joy, with light. I commend you on that so much. I love when you add that intention into a dance. You really feel that. We felt it. Everybody at home felt it.” Bruno: “Oh my darling. It was so emotionally engaging, so raw, so truthful. It’s irresistible because you gave everything you had. You throw everything you have into your performance. Of course, you’re not a contemporary dancer, so there are a few technical touches, due to the dynamics.”</p><p>JUDGES: 24 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Artem and Kaitlyn, samba</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQfEv6l5Z3ZkeBi1s6rqzr62-8tv62YeXyE1pPXl4T54IfG00V-h3UKP6KkwyhAMMFO2acrCMxjUHqItX0xloNRCCnvHMw1OLeycHLSZsUhuvfzIwXZGb4gIHb0fMhRf3Hc_M7dRcx29RCqOnujpECLSYhnA3p2hiyj3NUeWJKUp8eSi8xsQ/s612/8AA7D498-9B15-4A46-8F32-77F59594A506.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="408" data-original-width="612" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQfEv6l5Z3ZkeBi1s6rqzr62-8tv62YeXyE1pPXl4T54IfG00V-h3UKP6KkwyhAMMFO2acrCMxjUHqItX0xloNRCCnvHMw1OLeycHLSZsUhuvfzIwXZGb4gIHb0fMhRf3Hc_M7dRcx29RCqOnujpECLSYhnA3p2hiyj3NUeWJKUp8eSi8xsQ/w640-h426/8AA7D498-9B15-4A46-8F32-77F59594A506.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>They make a big deal in the package about how Artem gratuitiously says “I’m sorry” all the time, so it’s kinda funny that they dance to this Justin Bieber song whose refrain is “I’m sorry.” I liked this samba. Lots of content. Fun to watch.</p><p>Derek: “Kaitlyn, I am sorry, because that was fantastic. Every arm is perfectly placed. Doing the proper samba hip action? I was like, “YES1” That was a clinic of a samba.” Bruno: “That really was a first-class samba. You didn’t miss a placement. It was exquisite. She managed to make it look elegant.” Carrie Ann: “It was well executed. But I was not super impressed. You are an amazing dancer. It’s a competitive season. You wanna win? You need to give us more.”</p><p>JUDGES: 27 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Sasha and Justina, Viennese waltz</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEit8XQuYw4hT6hMj5Kd4GIPQIbVS4PD5gXVNm18W1y87DatfQSs54qXlBptIXLiJN76jd8dGDJ93mHpkA2IzKjAH4ocGmngXXJH6sfvZCkDv1Kr1s0wZjgZHS6CF8CKrEw1u_eKqNBNDsk8GnO-FlVUn68h9dbojUSNIbUV2Htj_xOXhDnjPw/s1943/C5278196-4DE9-402B-810F-49BCB8DC03F2.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1128" data-original-width="1943" height="372" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEit8XQuYw4hT6hMj5Kd4GIPQIbVS4PD5gXVNm18W1y87DatfQSs54qXlBptIXLiJN76jd8dGDJ93mHpkA2IzKjAH4ocGmngXXJH6sfvZCkDv1Kr1s0wZjgZHS6CF8CKrEw1u_eKqNBNDsk8GnO-FlVUn68h9dbojUSNIbUV2Htj_xOXhDnjPw/w640-h372/C5278196-4DE9-402B-810F-49BCB8DC03F2.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>At this point in the competition, I was rooting for Sasha and Justina so hard. And this Viennese waltz was just gorgeous.</p><p>Bruno: “Tonight has been such a fantastic show. Exciting, surprising, inspiring. We never really thank the professional dancers that do such a good job teaching all these people over the weeks. You really come out with wonderful ideas. Sometimes crazy ideas. Sometimes sexy ideas. Love them all. And you, my darling, still on the crest of a wave. Smooth as silk, light as a feather. Radiant. I love to watch you dance. You fill the floor with joy.” Carrie Ann: “Every time you come out on the dance floor, I know it’s going to be good. I know I’m going to feel good watching you. You are elegant, you are refined. There was more emotion than we’ve seen in this dance. You took it to another level. You are a beautiful dancer, and I love the joy you bring to all of us.” Derek: “Justina, you are so reliable. You’re very consistent. And your arms are so beautiful. You guys were perfectly in sync, which is really difficult to do with arms. Floating across a floor spotting your turns, gorgeous. Just wonderful.”</p><p>JUDGES: 27 (out of 30)</p><p>Who are in the Bottom Two?</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjoc2YbdxNcnFQgJ_iYo4bDB7-_f0n6UhADLaCfhsQSUyXAPL-QymCi2FlStIbp8c-SA-AJpQxlajsSFrloXJGqwzFQA8_uSv2J5gavL3IF_xHIFolmcepxp5Pe6FK8FrG_kTCoVQ8C2dQ6F-rSTqX62gDOSyjoNGfc0w2xXkJqjSbGEpOcXA/s3796/729DAA2F-E5DE-4F95-8DDA-37C156D99DA2.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2181" data-original-width="3796" height="368" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjoc2YbdxNcnFQgJ_iYo4bDB7-_f0n6UhADLaCfhsQSUyXAPL-QymCi2FlStIbp8c-SA-AJpQxlajsSFrloXJGqwzFQA8_uSv2J5gavL3IF_xHIFolmcepxp5Pe6FK8FrG_kTCoVQ8C2dQ6F-rSTqX62gDOSyjoNGfc0w2xXkJqjSbGEpOcXA/w640-h368/729DAA2F-E5DE-4F95-8DDA-37C156D99DA2.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Britt and Johnny or Peta and Vernon?</p><p>Peta and Vernon end up going home.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJtx2i8W2XqmxEDVXbdH_6YdaFv8LXG_N9Z-B1xY9O6Md7kA5qVRH6ZlfKl65P6rGzVD1e0NjPQglfvC4e17175cUi5J_pB1le122ijGek2RQqj8QyK_gtbwvrTsQv0q1ZLAXUsdXDH9G1rWhcZX1xCGIoE6ybVOlD2g7noiQavoR6FJmRGA/s2000/F5594C89-5F21-4E40-8D6E-33AD7D32DBF4.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2000" data-original-width="1333" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJtx2i8W2XqmxEDVXbdH_6YdaFv8LXG_N9Z-B1xY9O6Md7kA5qVRH6ZlfKl65P6rGzVD1e0NjPQglfvC4e17175cUi5J_pB1le122ijGek2RQqj8QyK_gtbwvrTsQv0q1ZLAXUsdXDH9G1rWhcZX1xCGIoE6ybVOlD2g7noiQavoR6FJmRGA/w426-h640/F5594C89-5F21-4E40-8D6E-33AD7D32DBF4.jpeg" width="426" /></a></div><p><b>MICHE’s Favorites of Week 6</b></p><p>1. Sasha and Justina, Viennese waltz</p><p>2. Cheryl and AJ, samba</p><p>3. Val and Monica, rumba</p><p>4. Artem and Kaitlyn, samba</p><p>5. Daniella and Nelly, Viennese waltz</p><p>6. Brandon and Jeannie, rumba</p><p>7. Jenna and Nev, jazz</p><p>8. Britt and Johnny, salsa</p><p>9. Peta and Vernon, cha cha</p><p><br /></p><p><b>Getting really sick of</b></p><p>1. Skai (classes, boo boo)</p><p>2. Chrishell</p><p><br /></p><p>************************************************</p></div></div>MicheBelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12153402057422544392noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3779897.post-78642967338289532852023-04-29T18:42:00.000-07:002023-04-29T18:42:43.148-07:00Season 29, Week 5: On Last Week’s Fiasco, and It’s ’80s Week (or Night)<p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHpUZ_qAiInnZ0R1SGBizmPBpwo-br67rmblcP_sJ77gnb46rQIHxEVzOf3Y5WaBVI3LMsqbThYQ1F-Nzkb0cstyYmqwLJ_O65ZknDSTh7elotYT5epdXrl1pHdei8E2YlRVfpYusHQgAkVpSGise5wNLT8BV1aSvMzI2kZhl_NheakI9ZYg/s3881/868C4F0F-DD22-48D2-AFD9-09FCF610BABD.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2213" data-original-width="3881" height="364" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHpUZ_qAiInnZ0R1SGBizmPBpwo-br67rmblcP_sJ77gnb46rQIHxEVzOf3Y5WaBVI3LMsqbThYQ1F-Nzkb0cstyYmqwLJ_O65ZknDSTh7elotYT5epdXrl1pHdei8E2YlRVfpYusHQgAkVpSGise5wNLT8BV1aSvMzI2kZhl_NheakI9ZYg/w640-h364/868C4F0F-DD22-48D2-AFD9-09FCF610BABD.jpeg" width="640" /></a><br /><br /></p><p>Here’s what we had at the end of last week’s show. Keo and Anne (the eventual couple going home), along with Chrishell and Gleb and Peta and Vernon (both couples in the bottom rungs of the standings). I’ve watched this show for many years, and while there is occasionally a jump where a top contender ends up in the bottom two unexpectedly, it’s Never when there are this many competitors, and so many still at the bottom. Never.</p><p>So no one is going to convince me that this was the ACTUAL bottom two.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhd236cD06o0C9SznBieu2zTFbhuofrEXrRfs9Q2j6tfBwckquX3maLtUR6hnvW3O69Iq1euLRI6VCbqPqws_RldcNsUn5TuYDn03ogWovWfv_sx0ZaJZCHWh4HQtAypHgaMkojD-rL6lEeynp0h_Kf-MaxinnrnFoJ_RRSEf9DLwP8z-qLpA/s3719/5ED9D299-0F22-440E-8C1E-482E5352CB75.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2171" data-original-width="3719" height="374" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhd236cD06o0C9SznBieu2zTFbhuofrEXrRfs9Q2j6tfBwckquX3maLtUR6hnvW3O69Iq1euLRI6VCbqPqws_RldcNsUn5TuYDn03ogWovWfv_sx0ZaJZCHWh4HQtAypHgaMkojD-rL6lEeynp0h_Kf-MaxinnrnFoJ_RRSEf9DLwP8z-qLpA/w640-h374/5ED9D299-0F22-440E-8C1E-482E5352CB75.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>No how, no way. It doesn’t make sense mathematically. It doesn’t make sense logically. It’s just wrong.</p><p>But here’s the thing that I rest my hat on: With ANY of these three couples (Monica/Val, Chrishell/Gleb and Peta/Vernon), I believe that Keo and Anne would have been the ones selected to go home. So that proper couple did end up going home.</p><p>However, Val and Monica should not have been subjected to this madness. </p><p>Another thing. For all the seasons of <i>DWTS</i>, they have referred to things as “Weeks.” For some reason, this season, they keep referring to things as “Nights.” So instead of “’80s Week,” it’s “’80s Night.” Drives me mad. Confused Carrie Ann recently too. </p><p>They start off ‘80s Week/Night with a kinda cute “Aerobics with the Stars” thing where everyone is dressed in ‘80s workout clothes. Then, Tyra tries to explain that the above two people were actually the Bottom Two, which I still don’t (and won’t) believe. But moving on…</p><p><b>Sasha and Justina, jazz (“Maniac” from “Flashdance”)</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgS3GKh3_-JD4tJCvqt1aBxvaPmYFPXOKfryI_cSVpd73Ze1BLVZsed_zn9z9XPOjUosjXI2GT5wQY12PlcRUoB1vTR4YLdnH1_p9M38NucpxwATtDAyhC8axhuaSRVNINrySR23i1w_KbWdkYDDyGZGJolMnobxx_t5Xt3NbX3qoGVHnlqxA/s3807/2F3DA01D-03CB-45DD-B8AF-6773913D207D.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2153" data-original-width="3807" height="362" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgS3GKh3_-JD4tJCvqt1aBxvaPmYFPXOKfryI_cSVpd73Ze1BLVZsed_zn9z9XPOjUosjXI2GT5wQY12PlcRUoB1vTR4YLdnH1_p9M38NucpxwATtDAyhC8axhuaSRVNINrySR23i1w_KbWdkYDDyGZGJolMnobxx_t5Xt3NbX3qoGVHnlqxA/w640-h362/2F3DA01D-03CB-45DD-B8AF-6773913D207D.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>What a great way to kick off the show! This number was so fun. Justina really brings it, and Sasha’s choreography is, as always, stellar. Of course, it ends with the trademark <i>Flashdance</i> water dump.</p><p>Derek: “What a great way to open the show, especially for ’80s Night. That was so perfect for this night. You are a maniac, and I mean that in the best possible way. You were always so much fun to watch. So much fun! This is the stage of the competition where the competition really begins. It’s such an even playing field for everybody. So keep working hard, stay focused and let the games begin.” (I would argue that Justina and Sasha are already among the front runners, IMHO.) “Because we’re going to be paying attention to all the details, so let’s bring it.” Bruno: “Sasha—you could not be flashier if you tried. This was so deliciously ’80s, I was crying all the way through, for the good reason.” Carrie Ann: “Like you, Flashdance was my jam in the ’80s, so I had high expectations. You were incredible. You totally brought the ’80s to life from top to bottom. And what’s so impressive about you two, truly, is the sync. You guys matched every line perfectly.”</p><p>JUDGES: 24 (out of 30)</p><p><b> Sharna and Jesse, tango (Tears for Fears)</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj56jrvn0OqOV1ZeVichdOb7o5CnjT25-5FaIEHETSftvT_EtUYXj1A8Tp5P9wZ2mu54HVP95PoZgs1YLbvh9HprY9LdaV_s5CYvwe0oK9-O3Y58gYY_FqqpkJNJpTlk8Fw1XGGSJgssqwATZAtjofVNhcFw7f3ixW6A0vgqeDGgh4lS7-fag/s634/359989B2-D69B-494F-B3BC-8313CD5E222B.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="592" data-original-width="634" height="598" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj56jrvn0OqOV1ZeVichdOb7o5CnjT25-5FaIEHETSftvT_EtUYXj1A8Tp5P9wZ2mu54HVP95PoZgs1YLbvh9HprY9LdaV_s5CYvwe0oK9-O3Y58gYY_FqqpkJNJpTlk8Fw1XGGSJgssqwATZAtjofVNhcFw7f3ixW6A0vgqeDGgh4lS7-fag/w640-h598/359989B2-D69B-494F-B3BC-8313CD5E222B.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>It wasn’t the smoothest tango in the world, but when you’re dancing to “Everybody Wants to Rule the World,” how can you go wrong? Sharna’s pink hair really worked here too. I dug it.</p><p>Bruno: “You started very well. You went wrong quite a few times. You kind of lost your timing. It’s getting the balance of the two—the performance and the technique. Both of them have to be at the same level. I get what you’re trying to do performance-wise, and you’re getting there. But then, you lost your steps, you lost your time. I’m sorry.” Carrie Ann: “I agree with Bruno, but Jesse, what I do wanna say is I thought you were much more confident. When that beat kicked in, I saw you feeling the music for the first time. So we have to celebrate the victories. Jesse, you’re still slightly disconnected from Sharna, but take that confidence and that connection to the music, and reconnect to Sharna.” Derek: “Jesse, we are rooting for you. We are rooting for everybody here. We want you all to succeed. We want you to improve. We want you to have those breakthroughs. Unfortunately, we also have to be honest. You are improving each week. I didn’t think this was your best dance. But I still commend you for going out here.”</p><p>JUDGES: 19 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Gleb and Chrishell, cha cha (New Kids on the Block)</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBNL8g550-2RGC64S-b10sguaVa59RnOYTCGfUGDRmgbmcirQFFvtG22tFEatY0X9-zFuYE4qZpHb6lkdH1gzm5j81hWkmIfEGdk940nWGLwnGFMqpOTepcBnfY3ZYqagf7oiXkCeimR4cRNig5l6rF6owz435WStI22lyyhutdNf3_sMC2w/s813/F1FFD2C2-8D88-4E05-B299-5F0F40D2C051.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="813" data-original-width="634" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBNL8g550-2RGC64S-b10sguaVa59RnOYTCGfUGDRmgbmcirQFFvtG22tFEatY0X9-zFuYE4qZpHb6lkdH1gzm5j81hWkmIfEGdk940nWGLwnGFMqpOTepcBnfY3ZYqagf7oiXkCeimR4cRNig5l6rF6owz435WStI22lyyhutdNf3_sMC2w/w500-h640/F1FFD2C2-8D88-4E05-B299-5F0F40D2C051.jpeg" width="500" /></a></div><p>Let’s just say: Chrishell is WAY into New Kids on the Block. Gleb tells her they might be watching this, she says: “We can’t suck then.” LOL</p><p>(Sadly, while they both looked great, they pretty much did suck.)</p><p>Carrie Ann: “First of all, you have all the right stuff for ’80s, but kind of the wrong stuff for cha cha. I didn’t feel like you had enough content. There were so many opportunities to throw cha cha in. I don’t think you delivered in that area. I’m so frustrated, because it was so entertaining to watch, and you looked like you were having such a good time. I wish I could give you more than I can.” (This is a common Gleb mistake. He often opts for “entertaining” over content.) Derek: “For me, the best part was the side by side stuff. You were in that. For me, I still want to see you close your feet. You guys look amazing tonight.” Bruno: “Only those two can turn a cha cha cha into dirty dancing (again… Gleb…). I don’t mind it at all. But you have to be very careful the way you place your body and your feet. To get the right hip action. You really have to work on that.”</p><p>Chrishell doesn’t even care about the scores, because they give her a video from all the NKOTB boys, who root her on. She is beside herself.</p><p>JUDGES: 19 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Brandon and Jeannie, jazz (“Like a Virgin,” Madonna)</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijm-cnb2nCYjAFYjVt-agdyGGuroLX0LD30tHZUql1Ac4gmWijnCWnihWaJjxTR8u_jGfqSE5haTQLjeja3c9mYD_smX0IDIE0wEMKnoYkQ6Yf_Xtcm1pt35Ro1945SxOeojj-uqKbNV_ELw8lQkyp7AqcSCim6zQTKXGiPYpf-EFaJ3RtXg/s815/7333928A-E86C-49B5-A6D0-34EB7736E86B.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="815" data-original-width="633" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijm-cnb2nCYjAFYjVt-agdyGGuroLX0LD30tHZUql1Ac4gmWijnCWnihWaJjxTR8u_jGfqSE5haTQLjeja3c9mYD_smX0IDIE0wEMKnoYkQ6Yf_Xtcm1pt35Ro1945SxOeojj-uqKbNV_ELw8lQkyp7AqcSCim6zQTKXGiPYpf-EFaJ3RtXg/w498-h640/7333928A-E86C-49B5-A6D0-34EB7736E86B.jpeg" width="498" /></a></div><p>Too many lifts, not enough dancing for my taste. But it’s a great ’80s song, so that was fun.</p><p>Derek: “Y’all look absolutely adorable. Jeannie, there is a confidence about you when you dance that just brings an energy and an ease to watching your performance. It was just so much fun. You’re so committed. It was a simple, but clean, routine.” Bruno: “Squeaky clean tribute to the Material Girl. It was like Madonna has gone PG, all done in the best possible taste.” Carrie Ann: “You are incredible. That was an amazing performance. You, to me, are the most exciting performer. There’s something about you that lights up. You never know what you’re gonna do, but sometimes, that makes you go a step overboard and you fall out of balance. But you are the most exciting performer, and that performance showed that. I love watching you.”</p><p>JUDGES: 24 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Val and Monica, tango (“Tainted Love” by Soft Cell)</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiD2WktIhtQMNONMA9DlpArpqxWE_HJay5LyERZ4efyK92TlLEQT6sT-HTlzSUsjMwNcaEfwN22QwqEmfNOLh7P9k_6bW0ZW_q9JEWvMzZkvSBKA_LjMDbWO-zszZDQA_hLMG4UHsI6yDek7XI9D_GAw6S8dwFCJOe3Yqv6DfLrd7q0_fBO_Q/s1500/0FB3C700-FB9F-4825-BFB8-4DEA6272E49D.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1500" data-original-width="1000" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiD2WktIhtQMNONMA9DlpArpqxWE_HJay5LyERZ4efyK92TlLEQT6sT-HTlzSUsjMwNcaEfwN22QwqEmfNOLh7P9k_6bW0ZW_q9JEWvMzZkvSBKA_LjMDbWO-zszZDQA_hLMG4UHsI6yDek7XI9D_GAw6S8dwFCJOe3Yqv6DfLrd7q0_fBO_Q/w426-h640/0FB3C700-FB9F-4825-BFB8-4DEA6272E49D.jpeg" width="426" /></a></div><p>First of all, GREAT ’80s song. Also great costumes and hair. But most of all, I LOVED the choreography and all the little touches that Val puts into a dance. A tango IN HOLD! Traveling across the floor! What a concept! #Refreshing Just wonderful. I loved this dance. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHyUnOIbCMx4LP1N8Fv8_ObpcZu48m4ZS4hZB3-72u06WI_8AOb30Gd3mXiR1CZPOiXj8z8Xj5CgpOI9YYRftXmkQWSlAKRwdrw_rX9EXGfyHa3WluIwr_cWU3YysElNO3w_13mu3lmyEGMxQRQiEqqfHyrDbyU-qGwmqm9KUbAxtCuYCYJQ/s3810/AF159E1F-FA4B-4A37-8290-96C24C6B313C.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2188" data-original-width="3810" height="368" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHyUnOIbCMx4LP1N8Fv8_ObpcZu48m4ZS4hZB3-72u06WI_8AOb30Gd3mXiR1CZPOiXj8z8Xj5CgpOI9YYRftXmkQWSlAKRwdrw_rX9EXGfyHa3WluIwr_cWU3YysElNO3w_13mu3lmyEGMxQRQiEqqfHyrDbyU-qGwmqm9KUbAxtCuYCYJQ/w640-h368/AF159E1F-FA4B-4A37-8290-96C24C6B313C.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Bruno: “Focused, like a laser-guided missile. I’m gonna do this. I’m gonna get it right all the way through. You were so on it. Some of the shapes were fantastic. Some of the lines were brilliant. Even his mullet didn’t distract you. Great job.” Carrie Ann: “We saved you last week, and you do not disappoint. This was an incredible performance. You brought out the guns, you brought out the legs. You’re a very dynamic performer. We didn’t see that up until now. I’m so proud of you.” Derek: “I think the best thing to happen to you is being in the Bottom Two, cause it gave you an extra drive, and extra hunger in that dance. It was so good. In those moments, you have a choice: to either sink or swim. And this week, you swam, honey. It was so good. Those legs! Also, that was the first tango I’ve seen on the show that moved across the floor. Thank you.”</p><p>JUDGES: 26 (out of 30, their first 9s)</p><p><b>Cheryl and AJ, waltz (“Open Arms” by Journey)</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgX_kji5OJeznFCC8RwkVk3fBk4bauUeP0cCY49PtoXlp1XkNKw7B_bB54u7dR0ppdlFEibtFS6UUs6asjZEijUh5rjtUsoEykU3u7C5RCx16SIHHilrBTvhexP9W6MQuuQqtGMxItR-RrV3PYdWDX6baWIfSEEWg9Gu1bBDOthip_Gv9u6Fg/s876/F424E4D4-66C0-416F-9034-9D802C1782C3.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="876" data-original-width="634" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgX_kji5OJeznFCC8RwkVk3fBk4bauUeP0cCY49PtoXlp1XkNKw7B_bB54u7dR0ppdlFEibtFS6UUs6asjZEijUh5rjtUsoEykU3u7C5RCx16SIHHilrBTvhexP9W6MQuuQqtGMxItR-RrV3PYdWDX6baWIfSEEWg9Gu1bBDOthip_Gv9u6Fg/w464-h640/F424E4D4-66C0-416F-9034-9D802C1782C3.jpeg" width="464" /></a></div><p>Those costumes! That hair! Cheryl’s dress looked like spun bronze, so beautiful and flowing. And those cuff things! LOL AJ’s suit too, so ’80s. Just perfection. And we have another dance that is actually a waltz, with dancing in hold and traveling across the floor. Wonderful. At the end, they crown each other King and Queen of Homecoming. So perfect. Loved this dance too.</p><p>Carrie Ann: “Wow. Such an elegance. And the way you were leading Cheryl through that dance was beautiful. This is the perfect place that you should be at this week. Great job.” Derek: “I love this style on you. There’s a weird misconception that slower dances are easier, when in actual fact, they can be really hard. It’s like riding a bike slow, it’s hard to balance, right? But you had great control with your feet, which creates this smoothness across the floor. We don’t wanna see you try. It should just feel effortless. That was great.” Bruno: “It had a wonderful sweeping drive. Great motion.”</p><p>JUDGES: 24 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Alan and Skai, jazz (“The Power of Love” from “Back to the Future”)</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0Us0jG43-w25qWs1sZ-eX2gsoAxiKreZm1iHgYcQVQMD5bpBqzDdP_891lIHmLYhVuAAY6vbpMpki92QXq7NCv-4aZMOoJu1hS2yxt0F0eU7q6f8HWMfXVF58DMJK3XjuMxlSFVRnrnP1FRoCrk7vHmnL848op_9DaWcuhgdBTlgo7ZjK5w/s909/710FF231-0F59-4AEF-B7F0-CB7372A2F987.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="909" data-original-width="735" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0Us0jG43-w25qWs1sZ-eX2gsoAxiKreZm1iHgYcQVQMD5bpBqzDdP_891lIHmLYhVuAAY6vbpMpki92QXq7NCv-4aZMOoJu1hS2yxt0F0eU7q6f8HWMfXVF58DMJK3XjuMxlSFVRnrnP1FRoCrk7vHmnL848op_9DaWcuhgdBTlgo7ZjK5w/w518-h640/710FF231-0F59-4AEF-B7F0-CB7372A2F987.jpeg" width="518" /></a></div><p>Well, the costumes and hair can’t ALL be winners. #Cringe Let’s just say that I hated everything about this dance, and leave it at that. Ugh.</p><p>Derek: “That was so fun. When you’re side by side, you light up. Your energy comes forward. I feel you. Sometimes when you get into hold, I feel your energy go back a little bit. That was so fun.” Bruno: “You survived the lifts. I was screaming. When you do those lifts, you have to be very careful of the dismount.” Carrie Ann: “You have moments of greatness, but because you’re so petite, you need to expand your movements to fill up the music.”</p><p>JUDGES: 24 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Peta and Vernon, tango (Bon Jovi)</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihhLVSlWwMGtnw4Y_L3FDp-ai0YloaGIUvoF1-JYss48hcYa8ORjSAyUcRtGmVdP-7_h1F9f257EqcSzzsZVeLLlS_RDatDZ8heM_5519HU6kS32oAj9A4F-6UO4R_q2TWAY3vdHfF0dMcrInEHi8TVe7P8UjblvAQk133VB4AbuHU-7SuWw/s620/E2C43C50-7633-48D2-AF1C-58B7CC1DA9E3.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="360" data-original-width="620" height="372" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihhLVSlWwMGtnw4Y_L3FDp-ai0YloaGIUvoF1-JYss48hcYa8ORjSAyUcRtGmVdP-7_h1F9f257EqcSzzsZVeLLlS_RDatDZ8heM_5519HU6kS32oAj9A4F-6UO4R_q2TWAY3vdHfF0dMcrInEHi8TVe7P8UjblvAQk133VB4AbuHU-7SuWw/w640-h372/E2C43C50-7633-48D2-AF1C-58B7CC1DA9E3.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Yes, there was traveling and a lot in hold, but it really felt like Peta was doing all the work. It felt awkward to me.</p><p>Bruno: “It started so well. But you went wrong. Your footwork started to be a little bit flat.” Carrie Ann: “I still like the quality of movement that you’re showing us. There is an understanding of how you’re moving and the catalyst of the movement that I really enjoy. When you’re out of hold, I want you to do those bigger.” Derek: “Huge shoutout to hair and makeup. You guys look incredible. Unbelievable. What’s so interesting about you, Vernon, is that you thrive in the softer dances. I feel like I wanna see a little more attack from you.”</p><p>JUDGES: 21 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Artem and Kaitlyn, tango (“I Think We’re Alone Now”)</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgI11U0TilaugZhP6lcdMh-HXsLrW9XaMtqR1DOvjIRh_ZRCWO49nAlp31rBTHA4EGoanllfoSkSdyKJUVT-esAeGGIRoJDjgGRaHDFhBTaYdyG24bBD_Rtou1huTLv18Z5wkwnDIxj6XNE0oeZa2mMJoiWjHhelXbHbps3Oo0q9Lccd2uIQg/s640/080B333D-1EB4-4225-9BA1-5FB1320B50BE.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="371" data-original-width="640" height="372" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgI11U0TilaugZhP6lcdMh-HXsLrW9XaMtqR1DOvjIRh_ZRCWO49nAlp31rBTHA4EGoanllfoSkSdyKJUVT-esAeGGIRoJDjgGRaHDFhBTaYdyG24bBD_Rtou1huTLv18Z5wkwnDIxj6XNE0oeZa2mMJoiWjHhelXbHbps3Oo0q9Lccd2uIQg/w640-h372/080B333D-1EB4-4225-9BA1-5FB1320B50BE.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>There wasn’t a lot of tango in this, and at the end they did this bizarre thing that I guess was supposed to be an ’80s dance move? Ugh.</p><p>Not my favorite.</p><p>Carrie Ann: “I did not see that coming at the end. What was that? This was the fourth tango we’ve seen tonight, and in frame, you are far superior to anybody else’s frame. You guys together, beautifully dancing. That ending though…” Derek: “I loved the choreography at the top, using the props. I appreciate that so much. Last week, when I said I wanted to see a different side of you, I wasn’t expecting a B-girl coming out, with that freeze at the end. But that was a beautiful tango. The musicality, the accents you hit in there, the sharpness. It was fantastic.” Bruno: “Those accents, and the staccato. That made me happy.” </p><p>JUDGES: 27 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Daniella and Nelly, samba (DeBarge)</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj24KPWr1hWx_J4EYnvuuNp6YkPKQyP6jBc5B0dK87QmBitTTivv95P8UKWMqyboJ9IcOjUpdOJ2aQQDOUhTdDqoUtK8Prl52-RCWktzzs40XHa6VfngM3uKC2RCqeANEV-6e7sSgldHVcIy_rAx2RcYnI6uxL-jPZOAZ2tOwLbczpPeClIxg/s1765/64777395-6AD4-424D-A9B8-9FB33D4B7529.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1174" data-original-width="1765" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj24KPWr1hWx_J4EYnvuuNp6YkPKQyP6jBc5B0dK87QmBitTTivv95P8UKWMqyboJ9IcOjUpdOJ2aQQDOUhTdDqoUtK8Prl52-RCWktzzs40XHa6VfngM3uKC2RCqeANEV-6e7sSgldHVcIy_rAx2RcYnI6uxL-jPZOAZ2tOwLbczpPeClIxg/w640-h426/64777395-6AD4-424D-A9B8-9FB33D4B7529.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Daniella, with her hair and fringe, tries to triple her samba bounce to cover that Nelly is barely bouncing at all. Love her choreography, but man, he is just so stiff.</p><p>Derek: “That was your best dance ever. It was a legit samba. There was a freedom to you tonight, man. It was so enjoyable to watch, you were in the pocket of the music.” Bruno: “You were so much lighter on your feet. It was effortless, it was carefree. All of your footwork was so nimble and precise, and yet, you managed to keep the freedom in the body. You were doing a proper samba.” Carrie Ann: “Dance has the power to make us happy. To me, that is the most important thing. I want to feel good when I watch someone dance. That made me so happy. You! Having this ease. I don’t know what’s going on tonight, but it’s yummy.”</p><p>JUDGES: 24 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Britt and Johnny, contemporary (“Total Eclipse of the Heart”)</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNmWW3KDam6c1q80WzX6oz62IcOGcKRAqUGXavwHVJggS4eFkdAf98pNBQSBHzZDCRC3d112vsV-yemHB1zBJMp2B4Rq9YClfQmsKMYa3HzKkWAZVL-_Wuxb8XWgkyyu99X-gkBEzoAx2gxDDFIA90t_c5sP04B1nTtLNsJIMvleyG_2JBNA/s640/1C5946BF-446F-40CD-BF30-0E1B19AA3223.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="371" data-original-width="640" height="372" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNmWW3KDam6c1q80WzX6oz62IcOGcKRAqUGXavwHVJggS4eFkdAf98pNBQSBHzZDCRC3d112vsV-yemHB1zBJMp2B4Rq9YClfQmsKMYa3HzKkWAZVL-_Wuxb8XWgkyyu99X-gkBEzoAx2gxDDFIA90t_c5sP04B1nTtLNsJIMvleyG_2JBNA/w640-h372/1C5946BF-446F-40CD-BF30-0E1B19AA3223.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Kinda bizarre, I gotta say, to do contemporary on ’80s Night. Although it does allow both Britt and Johnny to showcase their best strengths.</p><p>Bruno: “What you’re doing now, which is the sign of an artist, you really give dance a meaning. We always know that you have great extension, elevation, you feel the space. But not just with the moves, with the emotion.” Carrie Ann: “Johnny, turn around and take a bow. Consider that contemporary crushed. Britt, that choreography was amazing. This is your first season as a pro. Amazing choreography. Johnny, the way you delivered that. Oh my god!” Derek: “Johnny, I think with you there’s always been this sort of high expectation. Tonight, I was watching. Dude, that was perfect. The movement, the quality of movement. Beautiful.”</p><p>JUDGES: 29 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Jenna and Nev, quickstep (A-Ha)</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjsXxXLyHLsRNlmfQtNgxOaa1qruOz5x8vU6w0r-RYq8r6DiKL8vYG4eB03f_BuFDynxAwwgFvxETTCfdPUvKkNdlWzR-h3-pO-4XiWbtpb0yKn3vS3Z0pCvEKZX3zr8FXdOPrAqEigrr-FPfl3lHfNNyFwUDg5xa64EB6H_C3tagSkUCQIw/s612/2B02A42C-0CEA-47F6-8858-32796D598659.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="407" data-original-width="612" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjsXxXLyHLsRNlmfQtNgxOaa1qruOz5x8vU6w0r-RYq8r6DiKL8vYG4eB03f_BuFDynxAwwgFvxETTCfdPUvKkNdlWzR-h3-pO-4XiWbtpb0yKn3vS3Z0pCvEKZX3zr8FXdOPrAqEigrr-FPfl3lHfNNyFwUDg5xa64EB6H_C3tagSkUCQIw/w640-h426/2B02A42C-0CEA-47F6-8858-32796D598659.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>The hair! The costumes! Awesome.</p><p>Great song to end ’80s Night with. Very fun.</p><p>Carrie Ann: “First I wanna say: ’80s Night—all of you guys, all of the dancers, our production crew, hair and makeup, wardrobe. It’s the best, it’s amazing. Nev, you are one of the most consistent dancers, but tonight I thought that your frame was a little pushing away, so it felt awkward for me watching you. Just a few times, you were a little ahead. It didn’t feel like you were solid on your feet.” Derek: “I absolutely loved it. It was great. Your face at the beginning, destroyed me. Great way to end the night.” Bruno: “I think you have taken to the quickstep like a duck to water. You managed to maintain the timing. Very efficient.” </p><p>JUDGES: 26 (out of 30)</p><p>I’m almost scared to see who are in the Bottom Two this week.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirQVXY82jDB22ocdoKpK_dsUJe-ZbMYYv9YXk5kUKgiXGVCGADQe98fCztBVDYLP73ptnoredEB7bD-xOUNisgqTi6BPtdt1kleDcU7cAYqwW0Lvm869_TNNSCpa6fI8JWwF_K0OnlZv6S8TXdqybpiXtCViYNJdlB1XTIY6OX83ylv_rBBw/s3909/C5D8F439-4360-4D32-9EAE-1E51C8FF2CFB.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2241" data-original-width="3909" height="366" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirQVXY82jDB22ocdoKpK_dsUJe-ZbMYYv9YXk5kUKgiXGVCGADQe98fCztBVDYLP73ptnoredEB7bD-xOUNisgqTi6BPtdt1kleDcU7cAYqwW0Lvm869_TNNSCpa6fI8JWwF_K0OnlZv6S8TXdqybpiXtCViYNJdlB1XTIY6OX83ylv_rBBw/w640-h366/C5D8F439-4360-4D32-9EAE-1E51C8FF2CFB.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Now, the Bottom Two should be somewhere in the bottom of this leaderboard…</p><p>Vernon and Peta and Jesse and Sharna are the Bottom Two. That tracks.</p><p>Going home?</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2aoArRGLn7lRjKoKHau3QnjeiRX7tNt11lhJJ5wd0kxUMBIPiK7-pqrpz3waQ3ur66R-jeR4UGUQCcCNv39V4gTI6E0fdWcVepV1Cncff8vMvyzgVYUNpQqc3V4hL1xFWf8DE8irpqn0hRDaFfuTScNG0zGW1SYHbYTnutKnJNjlRuWBJXQ/s735/C5B38CC3-ADAC-4831-BDF9-EDBDCAA58A44.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="734" data-original-width="735" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2aoArRGLn7lRjKoKHau3QnjeiRX7tNt11lhJJ5wd0kxUMBIPiK7-pqrpz3waQ3ur66R-jeR4UGUQCcCNv39V4gTI6E0fdWcVepV1Cncff8vMvyzgVYUNpQqc3V4hL1xFWf8DE8irpqn0hRDaFfuTScNG0zGW1SYHbYTnutKnJNjlRuWBJXQ/w640-h640/C5B38CC3-ADAC-4831-BDF9-EDBDCAA58A44.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p><b>MICHE’s Favoritres of ’80s Week</b></p><p>1. Val and Monica, tango</p><p>2. Sasha and Justina, jazz</p><p>3. Cheryl and AJ, waltz</p><p>4.Jenna and Nev, quickstep</p><p>5. Sharna and Jesse, tango</p><p>6. Artem and Kaitlyn, tango</p><p>7. Britt and Johnny, contemporary</p><p>8. Brandon and Jeannie, jazz</p><p>9. Peta and Vernon, tango</p><p><br /></p><p><b>Please Go Away!</b></p><p>1. Skai</p><p>2. Chrishell</p><p>3. Nelly</p><p><br /></p><p>************************************************</p>MicheBelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12153402057422544392noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3779897.post-12982730358799429302023-04-10T18:24:00.002-07:002023-04-10T18:24:38.366-07:00Season 29, Week 4: We Have No Theme, but We Have Great Dances, and Tyra Messes Up Real Bad<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiD3JtFGjvcnP0S1UTRrY5iTDwuY99-dSyJdNXMj0kFkXVUeFl9gPuy9qekZltNJctsFawjijTM0wUQcBIIveP5dCHPfo_Eby08IuTmwmVsayNPZN8DAI8h-Gc-MB7_gXLxwwgi_Uq7h9SbKJM0aIxr3q9g7Df-hFUazSjLchuq8HzTeKyorA/s3930/9C5856F4-0CA1-4694-A79D-177760B66050.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2178" data-original-width="3930" height="354" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiD3JtFGjvcnP0S1UTRrY5iTDwuY99-dSyJdNXMj0kFkXVUeFl9gPuy9qekZltNJctsFawjijTM0wUQcBIIveP5dCHPfo_Eby08IuTmwmVsayNPZN8DAI8h-Gc-MB7_gXLxwwgi_Uq7h9SbKJM0aIxr3q9g7Df-hFUazSjLchuq8HzTeKyorA/w640-h354/9C5856F4-0CA1-4694-A79D-177760B66050.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /> Yes. I know it’s the pandemic, but jeez, has all creativity gone away too? Let’s just say that <i>Dancing</i> <i>with</i> <i>the</i> <i>Stars</i> is hurting from not having a splashy opening DANCE NUMBER. They have devised LAME opening segments instead. This one perhaps being one of the worst. A pseudo PSA from “Celebrities Who Don’t Like Criticism” bitching about the judges’ comments. Ugh. Stupid. Hated it.<p></p><p>Then we get ten minutes of Tyra walking through a door with a fancy dress on. #Eyeroll #WhoCares</p><p>As is common in this season, there is also no stated theme. The episode guides just call it “Top 13.” I refuse. Pick a damn theme, people.</p><p><b>Daniella and Nelly, paso doble</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi80qQYt_Yus78zzoO2Sguk441AAJsq9H5Fv1NSUKQyTReDXZiziLmKw9WiXXCq-u66JaCmjYK8mSWsYhI5iPlnT0o_bCxR2Ijtg_JHZJ0kV0G_E8BdVKIViDibilKiS-yx0t-Yf5IzXjalQ7HVlqp33fAaVTnyPIXEjT8rAU7Pdz-TnTp7Ow/s2028/126381B8-92BF-4F3D-859B-84EEB870FE39.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1349" data-original-width="2028" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi80qQYt_Yus78zzoO2Sguk441AAJsq9H5Fv1NSUKQyTReDXZiziLmKw9WiXXCq-u66JaCmjYK8mSWsYhI5iPlnT0o_bCxR2Ijtg_JHZJ0kV0G_E8BdVKIViDibilKiS-yx0t-Yf5IzXjalQ7HVlqp33fAaVTnyPIXEjT8rAU7Pdz-TnTp7Ow/w640-h426/126381B8-92BF-4F3D-859B-84EEB870FE39.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>I really adore Daniella, and she is working so hard to make Nelly competitive. But he’s really not a dancer. Still, this paso doble was very watchable. If hair throwing were being judged, she’d have a Mirror Ball already.</p><p>Derek: “Nelly, you brought that poppin’ paso—way to start the show. I would’ve liked a little more shape. But I really liked that.” Bruno: “OK, you’ve got the power. Now you have to refine the artistry, especially in the shaping.” Carrie Ann: “Nelly! That is what I was looking for. We asked for a breakout last week. This is the breakout. There was not one misstep. The musicality, everything. I agree with Derek: a little bit more shaping. But wow, what an improvement.”</p><p>JUDGES: 21 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Gleb and Chrishell, foxtrot</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_ORd6EAXgOP87bgSf_RRcz7Wk22ZYE9qMpefkJbwVkmJFgO9O8tUOqDTf2KF76AzEx4MZX8q1hyHErjV8-sYlxsgAM-NQaeDT41irqIOojVq2qZfC-mo3Vqlu0S0fPnaUaypsHaaYbYzcpMlJt-oDtXcbPw5LtCGS8I2V32xAYwjOKAJdFA/s1200/75C94E6D-14B0-441D-9644-B318F26696EE.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1200" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_ORd6EAXgOP87bgSf_RRcz7Wk22ZYE9qMpefkJbwVkmJFgO9O8tUOqDTf2KF76AzEx4MZX8q1hyHErjV8-sYlxsgAM-NQaeDT41irqIOojVq2qZfC-mo3Vqlu0S0fPnaUaypsHaaYbYzcpMlJt-oDtXcbPw5LtCGS8I2V32xAYwjOKAJdFA/w640-h640/75C94E6D-14B0-441D-9644-B318F26696EE.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>As you can see from the pic, it’s kind of a more grabby foxtrot than I’m used to. Not as much, you know, dancing involved. Really hated this one.</p><p>Bruno: “Excuse me? Almost too hot to trot. I liked the role reversal. Started very well, but there was a stumble.” Carrie Ann: “Chrishell, I’m really proud of you. You’re really aware of your face. But what I’m liking is the way it’s extending out: the tips of your hands, the points of your feet. There’s so much potential, and you’re growing every week.” Derek: “You feel so much more comfortable. So much more confident. For me, this was your best dance.”</p><p>JUDGES: 22 (out of 30) #overscored</p><p><b>Val and Monica, samba</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEc7jp2A3il3PiDkJ-8tfwXupFY2A8-mBEuYa91qtGara2N_g07fE0UoFp9fuu0nmaB3fF06azWOSYg57_hVQU0gCGwnxDHYYpXE8Mb0g-WGDwvwT_9zDTCzYWY-r0hqOdFZCCq75JCM-qqtyKyIn8d4zVy20KsAYqflgM-N_-eCKbEoxpxA/s3824/BFBB62FB-E1EC-4F2E-B358-F9B60EF0A743.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2132" data-original-width="3824" height="356" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEc7jp2A3il3PiDkJ-8tfwXupFY2A8-mBEuYa91qtGara2N_g07fE0UoFp9fuu0nmaB3fF06azWOSYg57_hVQU0gCGwnxDHYYpXE8Mb0g-WGDwvwT_9zDTCzYWY-r0hqOdFZCCq75JCM-qqtyKyIn8d4zVy20KsAYqflgM-N_-eCKbEoxpxA/w640-h356/BFBB62FB-E1EC-4F2E-B358-F9B60EF0A743.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Monica still doesn’t seem totally comfortable as competitor rather than coach, and she chastised Val in the package for not having enough empathy. But we have gold sparkly fringe, we have “Party in the USA” and we have Val’s exquisite choreography. What’s not to like?</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkRJZ6Hq3N4rlnRpaNSGqic-xpHaEfh9Gb2_VRDUJBp3QrqfIekIRLFiteZ7ZGxwfCDbAk_msAmBi4xXXQPOIgrOwfrHOTRetCfL8vJD60sfU0pqg92GM_e8nI9ZoKTGh7zJ82dal-Q431NF_aJ5w82Ogsrz9ktOslxhMDMcl0kAIa1T_P_g/s736/C67720DD-D88D-415F-A517-02299D9FA8B7.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="736" data-original-width="736" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkRJZ6Hq3N4rlnRpaNSGqic-xpHaEfh9Gb2_VRDUJBp3QrqfIekIRLFiteZ7ZGxwfCDbAk_msAmBi4xXXQPOIgrOwfrHOTRetCfL8vJD60sfU0pqg92GM_e8nI9ZoKTGh7zJ82dal-Q431NF_aJ5w82Ogsrz9ktOslxhMDMcl0kAIa1T_P_g/w640-h640/C67720DD-D88D-415F-A517-02299D9FA8B7.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Carrie Ann: (stands and applauds) “Mad respect to you for doing that, because it brought you guys closer together. You were formidable partners, and it made the dancing so much better. Val, I have so much respect for you. The dancing is improved greatly . You looked like you were having fun, you were also totally in control.” Derek: “This was a proper samba. There was so much content. So fantastic. As coaches, we are forever students. We are always learning. You can see that in this performance. You’re always improving. Your best dance.” Bruno: “What really impressed me was how much this was a pure samba. You actually put all the required samba steps together. Good for you.”</p><p>JUDGES: 24 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Keo and Anne, paso doble</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1jdLkz1O4-TLBQi0SWMpilGltvgnUNPYlWYS87KvHrqRTOoeIHfWfOkobkoKA_2v9qINMFxu-DapsRFUgsNGZvTHyp-yO9mADA1SqtYAOkSnlE1lAuLZ6KHXdK6tU_PklC4A2Su5OVoZTKecdqzaPRRAfPzdIE_4jDm9oh1esTU_Wb2MGgw/s634/1140D9F0-4EB6-4E4A-911B-7AC11571D896.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="357" data-original-width="634" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1jdLkz1O4-TLBQi0SWMpilGltvgnUNPYlWYS87KvHrqRTOoeIHfWfOkobkoKA_2v9qINMFxu-DapsRFUgsNGZvTHyp-yO9mADA1SqtYAOkSnlE1lAuLZ6KHXdK6tU_PklC4A2Su5OVoZTKecdqzaPRRAfPzdIE_4jDm9oh1esTU_Wb2MGgw/w640-h360/1140D9F0-4EB6-4E4A-911B-7AC11571D896.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>I don’t know what this was. Some kind of anthem disguised as a paso doble. OK. As a dance, it didn’t really hold up for me, certainly not as a paso. Too many of the actresses in this show just strike dramatic poses rather than just dancing. #NotaFan</p><p>Derek: “When you rise above the storm, you will always find sunshine. In this case, a beautiful rainbow. You felt so much more sturdy, so much more on your feet. So much more in control. It makes me so happy to see progress each week, from all of the couples.” Bruno: “The multicolored warrior! Out and proud. It was the most focused performance up to date.” Carrie Ann: “I just love you. Watching you is inspiring me on so many levels. You’re a bright light. But also, you are so powerful. You fought for every single step in that paso. You don’t give up, we don’t give up rooting for you. You still have stuff to learn, but I’m rooting for you, and I think everyone else is. Keep at it.”</p><p>JUDGES: 21 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Jenna and Nev, rumba</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi79O2TuVzgccHG1aRS9phu7aLPwCbPQBZOoG20c4XgASTTg4Xzp-oTTozEF2SOD9z0uPqxd7bY3HVSc5hwaPSUp5izIM2jIV6ogPjNcFRlnFvqAW0PYQ6_IJ7v4IxYzd-9gQUSJA6MXfzsf_SF76DveIe9kncMPLIOTAwHuvydMj8P28IZnA/s612/DCE1AAA4-4778-4193-8F6C-E4A7AEC13561.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="612" data-original-width="408" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi79O2TuVzgccHG1aRS9phu7aLPwCbPQBZOoG20c4XgASTTg4Xzp-oTTozEF2SOD9z0uPqxd7bY3HVSc5hwaPSUp5izIM2jIV6ogPjNcFRlnFvqAW0PYQ6_IJ7v4IxYzd-9gQUSJA6MXfzsf_SF76DveIe9kncMPLIOTAwHuvydMj8P28IZnA/w426-h640/DCE1AAA4-4778-4193-8F6C-E4A7AEC13561.jpeg" width="426" /></a></div><p>Beautiful dance, beautiful rumba. Great costumes, great choreography. Loved this one.</p><p>Bruno: “I feel so good, so lovey-dovey. Like a romantic dream, set to music. But you’re so in tune tonight, you two.” Carrie Ann: “The rumba is the woman’s dance, and it’s all about giving good frame, and you gave excellent frame. But you added a lot of poetry to it, which is such an amazing thing. You are standing out to me already as somebody we should keep our eye on. Your lines are beautiful. It’s all… Jenna, you guys are like a vision tonight.” Derek: “That was a beautiful rumba. The in-between movements that you have, the texture that you have are beautiful when we watch you dance. I loved it.” </p><p>JUDGES: 24 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Sasha and Justina, salsa</b></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEif5sRhmWfcYl0rhgVNl_7FRS1vtlwuTuPIfUinP23euSTWU0Hj9bp_XuaeH2unL2o_SfsQjhDAOdN6SLIg8nZB1UKhj__ZkXfncHKhYKYof9mm9tJb8Vrc3Hm4ujW8Bk7AulV4uQOt5nvbaPSr2sy3cFlu9aU8zqYUgsDQ6sDdXTSRV89VZQ/s2000/8D977A97-40FD-4531-A7FD-ADE4615794E5.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2000" data-original-width="1600" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEif5sRhmWfcYl0rhgVNl_7FRS1vtlwuTuPIfUinP23euSTWU0Hj9bp_XuaeH2unL2o_SfsQjhDAOdN6SLIg8nZB1UKhj__ZkXfncHKhYKYof9mm9tJb8Vrc3Hm4ujW8Bk7AulV4uQOt5nvbaPSr2sy3cFlu9aU8zqYUgsDQ6sDdXTSRV89VZQ/w512-h640/8D977A97-40FD-4531-A7FD-ADE4615794E5.jpeg" width="512" /></a></div><br /> Justina dedicates this dance to her grandmother, who passed in 2006, who emigrated from Puerto Rico.<p></p><p>I love seeing those two dance together. That was so fun.</p><p>Carrie Ann: “You got us all up on our feet. That’s the first time this whole season. Usually everybody’s coming into Dancing with the Stars and trying something new and it’s foreign to them. Tonight, instead of you being in the ballroom, I felt like I came over to your house.” Derek: “Justina! Oh my gosh. You have so much charisma. So much fun. Last week, it lacked a little bit of energy, but you brought it all this week. It comes from within you. That’s what’s so much fun to watch you dance, cause it’s just so authentic. I love it. Keep that up.” Bruno: “Justina, La Reina Latina. She was on fire. Those hips don’t lie. Good for you.”</p><p>JUDGES: 24 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Artem and Kaitlyn, Viennese waltz</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxNaxUG2zEYScQqGT0AYl6e79STO-9Sfqjb-tVtNKOlNprEt1Kpk6CKrkSkXk9s5Gd616NZKS5zxmmLHyn7n2ID3WBSI3VijoZOZSZ3TPhoA5Xsd64W1pkyITgD6ErQ3rzULbC_plmOQO6iQiRkUUhfX-02NqX4NGfG13FPNDizNWRjEDlCg/s2028/E18AD846-4555-47DC-A387-768067BB392F.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1349" data-original-width="2028" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxNaxUG2zEYScQqGT0AYl6e79STO-9Sfqjb-tVtNKOlNprEt1Kpk6CKrkSkXk9s5Gd616NZKS5zxmmLHyn7n2ID3WBSI3VijoZOZSZ3TPhoA5Xsd64W1pkyITgD6ErQ3rzULbC_plmOQO6iQiRkUUhfX-02NqX4NGfG13FPNDizNWRjEDlCg/w640-h426/E18AD846-4555-47DC-A387-768067BB392F.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Two of my favorite people in the social media world are Kaitlyn Bristowe and her partner Jason Tartick. So when her package is full of them and their story, it’s only a good thing. #Swoon She dedicates this dance to him.</p><p>Kaitlyn, back in regular shoes, after two weeks of ankle injuries, tackles this Viennese waltz with Artem.</p><p>Great, wonderful Viennese waltz. Loved it.</p><p>Derek: “That was so beautifully danced. Just every week, you get better and better. It’s just so elegant, so effortless. It’s stunning. I’m really looking forward to a different type of dance that’s gonna bring out a different side to you.” Bruno: “You have such a flexibility in your back and in your arm, and you’re able to link all the movement with such grace. I can’t wait to see you do something different. If you’re as good in Latin as you are in ballroom… oh my!” Carrie Ann: “We all love love. Love is so special, and it’s like the mysterious ingredient that makes everything so magical. Tonight, you brought that. You are an excellent dancer, and you have been from Day One, I think. Tonight there was something very very special. I loved the lyricism. I could hear Len Goodman saying, “Why aren’t they in traditional hold?” but for me it worked and it worked beautifully.”</p><p>JUDGES: 25 (out of 30, the first 9 of the season)</p><p><b>Britt and Johnny, jive</b></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi42PVP4upffWSau4evre9_NnI4FcUn_YJYFLCu-AxUalw7tT0w9nZRmvFZZLqvYs8ATi5p6g_SjIGzI_FSXMdyzYQYF1C7TGvFDJI4BQaBvyYp3aJhiLDePvbnaL9mPMJ8Ayd955FC63NlzZ4rWkUsdCv3_jVeNjo0Q5gcddIam-kFpu8iig/s3420/276C0B03-1FE0-403E-892A-AADF405B93D4.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1883" data-original-width="3420" height="352" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi42PVP4upffWSau4evre9_NnI4FcUn_YJYFLCu-AxUalw7tT0w9nZRmvFZZLqvYs8ATi5p6g_SjIGzI_FSXMdyzYQYF1C7TGvFDJI4BQaBvyYp3aJhiLDePvbnaL9mPMJ8Ayd955FC63NlzZ4rWkUsdCv3_jVeNjo0Q5gcddIam-kFpu8iig/w640-h352/276C0B03-1FE0-403E-892A-AADF405B93D4.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijrXsQf-23S4YPc5nChOgsaQ-TLdH9SC3_JMKuLH2Mp4ET5WSM1lnfRdsq4BP2vcrKbOgR0Fph7ifLvK7mz4yWz_AT5unNc13jzuy4FBeLJIyVisz7jNaEj3JSR6NxisH9UQt4Das-I6o4e2d6iHX80KcU9VxXiSRXsz6GPCPd8xlOfHplXA/s250/53322B1D-A0BB-4573-974C-709FA15AE0EF.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="202" data-original-width="250" height="517" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijrXsQf-23S4YPc5nChOgsaQ-TLdH9SC3_JMKuLH2Mp4ET5WSM1lnfRdsq4BP2vcrKbOgR0Fph7ifLvK7mz4yWz_AT5unNc13jzuy4FBeLJIyVisz7jNaEj3JSR6NxisH9UQt4Das-I6o4e2d6iHX80KcU9VxXiSRXsz6GPCPd8xlOfHplXA/w640-h517/53322B1D-A0BB-4573-974C-709FA15AE0EF.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>How can a person not love a jive, danced to “Crocodile Rock”? I mean… C’mon!</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3rogDG6n37vqLmp4q17a5pBIqynv05QQA8XDJuAutP2WtOWpAUzpIBSJa6vIMs0BNwgwk3MGJyjdA2HcntbkuY994u5Ex1CMslG0L1sKt7qcxmQxgui1M-GyccbhtdB2qdW1ZUw8te7f0dLDKMMi0C7N_8m9a98M-r0nz_Fjz16skJxIhPA/s3321/5C7C7015-2D33-41B8-8975-582636BE1713.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1854" data-original-width="3321" height="358" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3rogDG6n37vqLmp4q17a5pBIqynv05QQA8XDJuAutP2WtOWpAUzpIBSJa6vIMs0BNwgwk3MGJyjdA2HcntbkuY994u5Ex1CMslG0L1sKt7qcxmQxgui1M-GyccbhtdB2qdW1ZUw8te7f0dLDKMMi0C7N_8m9a98M-r0nz_Fjz16skJxIhPA/w640-h358/5C7C7015-2D33-41B8-8975-582636BE1713.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Loved loved loved that so much.</p><p>Bruno: “Johnny is on full throttle. Now I see you, Johnny. You turned the lights on at full beam. You were performing, you were exploding out there. It’s like seeing the real you. It was fantastic. You’re always light on your feet, but you were sharp as well.” Carrie Ann: “What is going on? You guys had Disney Week last week, and everyone’s having breakthroughs tonight. That was incredible. You were glowing, every move. The resistance, the partnership, everything about it was fantastic.” Derek: “Johnny, to echo what they were both saying, it feels like when you’re off the floor, we see you, and when you hit the floor, sometimes it closes off a little bit. Tonight, you opened up, you let us in. And it was just so refreshing to watch that from you.”</p><p>JUDGES: 24 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Brandon and Jeannie, tango</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjF8eeJEgxuy5zhXu5q8nfHfn9wNhHsSE5U_Mk0dFy2kCYfQ7TTASOrcze9tTUTWHw3BgT0Ac40Juvy7meO29aqlZI_I80H7vmOKHtYkKmwofo4jrogy4Jh0UNgcHyntDTD3fdiFzP1IJPv8EPvd5cmjzjyMHsOGF0XdiNP39_SBVGqYRrcdg/s3680/BD4B1A80-41C8-4DDE-9162-97F1EB7311F2.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2058" data-original-width="3680" height="358" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjF8eeJEgxuy5zhXu5q8nfHfn9wNhHsSE5U_Mk0dFy2kCYfQ7TTASOrcze9tTUTWHw3BgT0Ac40Juvy7meO29aqlZI_I80H7vmOKHtYkKmwofo4jrogy4Jh0UNgcHyntDTD3fdiFzP1IJPv8EPvd5cmjzjyMHsOGF0XdiNP39_SBVGqYRrcdg/w640-h358/BD4B1A80-41C8-4DDE-9162-97F1EB7311F2.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJUz15TwYC18lrJIENHhn25_9eIqxrnFvi6xHnl6-q1dhGJKIfRd0lZ5upXfKCdyzeQYqOO2AKRPJosLVrVMzhICWfNxAusHzN2Gd7ZoysxdTFZiB22F5g_DgIQ34Low2yCNo-W7LgsrDk69olS8969-AqnP25RfcO8c9ibwByWzNYaSOzPQ/s3659/16242786-62D2-4C2D-95A4-DF1C23B75897.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2058" data-original-width="3659" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJUz15TwYC18lrJIENHhn25_9eIqxrnFvi6xHnl6-q1dhGJKIfRd0lZ5upXfKCdyzeQYqOO2AKRPJosLVrVMzhICWfNxAusHzN2Gd7ZoysxdTFZiB22F5g_DgIQ34Low2yCNo-W7LgsrDk69olS8969-AqnP25RfcO8c9ibwByWzNYaSOzPQ/w640-h360/16242786-62D2-4C2D-95A4-DF1C23B75897.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Jeannie’s mom is betting against her winning #DWTS, so Jeannie uses that as motivation. They are dancing a tango to the White Stripes’ “Seven Nation Army,” so it’s a fun dance to watch.</p><p>Carrie Ann: “I would not bet against you, with all that fire, with all that passion. It was so good, until the end there was that misstep. Jeannie Mai, that is the direction that we need from you. I would’ve thought you’d be more of a Latin dancer, but you’re actually better in the ballroom.” Derek: “Your focus, your attitude in that dance was spot on. It was so good. Great job.” Bruno: “I love the way you can change and switch your personality. It worked extremely well. I love the range you have. Keep going.”</p><p>JUDGES: 21 (out of 30)</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipZBzHDiXsPT1ziK8k0I0tvxsSREYwyfgIrzZWDd7k4YMa4VuoGTmia6u_NU25OH_--MHj-Lrb_Wxu2ItGafQd_ppHQT8l4FHmcxDlZLNF7R0rWPsUjr8iDkowNub7ZaBhkqFZvv7ZA4LbnHf-vGrS23rzmuFOHwFQ4L9LK0Q-DbTVxQZVVg/s4032/FD8F1C7F-EB0B-4AC6-9BE8-0951E67456B8.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2255" data-original-width="4032" height="358" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipZBzHDiXsPT1ziK8k0I0tvxsSREYwyfgIrzZWDd7k4YMa4VuoGTmia6u_NU25OH_--MHj-Lrb_Wxu2ItGafQd_ppHQT8l4FHmcxDlZLNF7R0rWPsUjr8iDkowNub7ZaBhkqFZvv7ZA4LbnHf-vGrS23rzmuFOHwFQ4L9LK0Q-DbTVxQZVVg/w640-h358/FD8F1C7F-EB0B-4AC6-9BE8-0951E67456B8.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p><b>Peta and Vernon, rumba</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwtBJ8CdEyVvMubKBShwU5Jg_iDjo7JXo9WBDmXxNFrjRBuubS2W0n8SQqheYR8mcETzZCOmxIYsvi3JU8Dl9s_Oi2VdEE970c9xcz_xGlmDlzQ8OMUuaGBb5HaKe0qRVTTyBCTWzRqiUHOJqgcmGiClV0ARvRKK9NBLT2EGgD15fIdGpvyw/s600/D36B830D-F8AE-4B95-9FDD-69ED4C139B5D.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="400" data-original-width="600" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwtBJ8CdEyVvMubKBShwU5Jg_iDjo7JXo9WBDmXxNFrjRBuubS2W0n8SQqheYR8mcETzZCOmxIYsvi3JU8Dl9s_Oi2VdEE970c9xcz_xGlmDlzQ8OMUuaGBb5HaKe0qRVTTyBCTWzRqiUHOJqgcmGiClV0ARvRKK9NBLT2EGgD15fIdGpvyw/w640-h426/D36B830D-F8AE-4B95-9FDD-69ED4C139B5D.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>First of all, Al Green’s “Let’s Stay Together” is a great song. Peta’s choreography definitely played well with the partnership.</p><p>Derek: “Man, I love this show so much. Seeing you dance a rumba brings me so much joy. Man, that was beautiful.” Bruno: “Vernon, you’re better and better every week. You have natural charm and charisma. Everything you do seems to be effortless. And you got those hips rotating.” Carrie Ann: “I don’t think we were looking at the arm motions. What’s so spectacular about you is the way you understand momentum. That sweep you did with Peta was like magic. There’s moments in some dances that take your breath away. The way you understand how the momentum works, that’s what’s special about you. And the hip action. There’s a poetry to you that’s really spectacular.”</p><p>JUDGES: 22 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Sharna and Jesse, cha cha</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhh2BrSsLIFCq9hnkyz8Yd7klawtXeIz4kwHEk70gJZLI1WxUmgWHhCNtnHuJcFdF9jZLlSSRVOaGh0hsVkGgsZk-yGExG4shfP7AnrPJFqXAUlVShHaWlFELDIHY0B3XlmNn53rQAsCi44hJkIkoxVQ0DaJXA_k1HO8tncNKcyQpHFDyX9nw/s3800/0F986CEB-77F4-48F3-A10C-D54034622BBF.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2199" data-original-width="3800" height="370" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhh2BrSsLIFCq9hnkyz8Yd7klawtXeIz4kwHEk70gJZLI1WxUmgWHhCNtnHuJcFdF9jZLlSSRVOaGh0hsVkGgsZk-yGExG4shfP7AnrPJFqXAUlVShHaWlFELDIHY0B3XlmNn53rQAsCi44hJkIkoxVQ0DaJXA_k1HO8tncNKcyQpHFDyX9nw/w640-h370/0F986CEB-77F4-48F3-A10C-D54034622BBF.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqc9oDTSfk3D9TQQvRiOuCH5eTCf59irxnHij7YNxjHoq4nQEvZGb3yevpztQBiRrMU_K1df-dx38_Gsx56O_TFuD4lkaiZcv6Fuun0GLtVgyKQIZDsxvlY-cJOQ8mUUuf1ewe0-AItihZVLjL-jxN_JmWDpXpqGlNd4iLXIvIJAfq_ew2wA/s3877/B1E96C6C-5133-4BA9-923C-01D4FA9C4C51.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2195" data-original-width="3877" height="362" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqc9oDTSfk3D9TQQvRiOuCH5eTCf59irxnHij7YNxjHoq4nQEvZGb3yevpztQBiRrMU_K1df-dx38_Gsx56O_TFuD4lkaiZcv6Fuun0GLtVgyKQIZDsxvlY-cJOQ8mUUuf1ewe0-AItihZVLjL-jxN_JmWDpXpqGlNd4iLXIvIJAfq_ew2wA/w640-h362/B1E96C6C-5133-4BA9-923C-01D4FA9C4C51.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>I love Sharna to death, and love her choreography always. The sets and costumes are great. But I’m just not feeling Jesse all season long. Dunno what it is, but he lacks the fire that so many of the other contestants really have.</p><p>Bruno: “Jesse! You drive me crazy. You’ve got the looks, you’ve got the vibe. You’ve got the girl. You almost had the timing. But you forgot the hips. There is so much that you could do. If you just pushed a little bit harder, it would be so much better. I don’t feel you’re quite there yet.” Carrie Ann: “Your musicality is improved. Definitely, I saw you on the beat. I want more from you. I wanna see what we see in the packages. There’s this easiness to you in the packages. When you’re not dancing, you’re like a different person. I wanna see more of that in the dance.” Derek: “Much better this week. It’s all about progress. It’s all about improving. So you did that.”</p><p>JUDGES: 21 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Alan and Skai, foxtrot</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7xkXZbZPytajC2gNKYI3MD556aR47vUjw-QcPrzIfnuyuJoOiGJ4M7kq-trXkmjgQb9V-uY42Qj23fyisMuva0qiWL7eFXl2RN11-o7pSEsruPC8JHWbaS22BjX1lgtLib5JJTSEbHlncVp76Y0_3iD1svPnj0LAd5DV1bJSnW2axGGvmQQ/s570/A26CBA85-4533-4A33-BA40-5CCE65CA4070.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="570" data-original-width="570" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7xkXZbZPytajC2gNKYI3MD556aR47vUjw-QcPrzIfnuyuJoOiGJ4M7kq-trXkmjgQb9V-uY42Qj23fyisMuva0qiWL7eFXl2RN11-o7pSEsruPC8JHWbaS22BjX1lgtLib5JJTSEbHlncVp76Y0_3iD1svPnj0LAd5DV1bJSnW2axGGvmQQ/w640-h640/A26CBA85-4533-4A33-BA40-5CCE65CA4070.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Skai dedicates this song to her colleague Cameron Boyce, who died. </p><p>It is a beautiful foxtrot. </p><p>Carrie Ann: “I was blown away by that,” she says with tears in her eyes. Derek: “This was my absolute favorite dance of the night. So beautiful. It was exquisite. It had so much breadth in there. Your neckline is stunning. You’re a gorgeous ballroom dancer. I’m really proud of you.” Carrie Ann: “For me, dance is always about emotion. I”m sure that Cameron is watching you right now, and he’s so proud of you. What you did, you were like an angel, dancing the most beautiful dance. I’m beyond words. It was just sheer perfection.” Bruno: “One thing is for sure: you are back in top form. That was stunning. It was the embodiment of grace and elegance. But what you had that I’ve rarely seen in someone so young is the poise. The poise was regal. Keep doing jobs like this.”</p><p>JUDGES: 28 (out of 30, first 10 of the season)</p><p><b>Cheryl and AJ, cha cha</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgIE8urfE52DvMN-4eVsay4cInGDMm8yBqvjEZTL7lF600UYTYAE40iHTcWd4I3_yT7m2o4dZZo1XDLNT4HKuZZcDU_7sgI6RFAh-g_gotq-tbTwfyZg0ZSyMNPeBbf46pMtYDvGiy8VEROwU4hnrw5yQzjKS7JGRsWBkDmDI-6IIBhTrNFg/s2000/52A21F5D-B690-464C-B377-B4E5AE18F825.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1753" data-original-width="2000" height="560" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgIE8urfE52DvMN-4eVsay4cInGDMm8yBqvjEZTL7lF600UYTYAE40iHTcWd4I3_yT7m2o4dZZo1XDLNT4HKuZZcDU_7sgI6RFAh-g_gotq-tbTwfyZg0ZSyMNPeBbf46pMtYDvGiy8VEROwU4hnrw5yQzjKS7JGRsWBkDmDI-6IIBhTrNFg/w640-h560/52A21F5D-B690-464C-B377-B4E5AE18F825.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>During the pandemic, many things had to go away to put on a show: audiences, props, friends backstage, troupe dancers. But AJ and Cheryl came up with a novel idea to add flair to their dance: the Backstreet Boys, virtually. Appropriately to their song “Larger than Life,” as they appear larger than life behind him at the beginning of the dance (and throughout).</p><p>Very fun. Especially for Backstreet Boys fans.</p><p>Derek: “Larger than Life? Literally, like 80 foot back here. You are living legends. It’s always a pleasure to watch you, and to see that was fantastic. You’re just so likeable, and I enjoy watching you. Need to work on the footwork a little. Way to end the show.” Bruno: “Crowd-pleasing, barn-storming performance. You got all the reinforcement going, very good. Still need to work on the cha cha cha, but the performance? A winner.” Carrie Ann: “What a great way to end tonight. It has been so much fun. You’re such a natural entertainer, you just know how to bring it. Thank you, it was like going to a concert. We love it.”</p><p>JUDGES: 24 (out of 30)</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijxFdXzlJVABrrZuMPEjh1Qj_GMacCJ4WS7cPiSHOeI6wWXf1w0omZ2qdvxhH-Cva9GB_Kxd8SmKMsmW2Sli_HAMPbYGwLIXDkYCY7iyOBbmNmq0GppQf-QfQBphd7OTzNgLb6b2B6DaoOlO224qdJRvLSv168Z1hE-rJrRp0VOv3IbB4LfQ/s3853/6E8AE173-9C7F-4D16-B9C0-48426BA03A79.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2269" data-original-width="3853" height="376" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijxFdXzlJVABrrZuMPEjh1Qj_GMacCJ4WS7cPiSHOeI6wWXf1w0omZ2qdvxhH-Cva9GB_Kxd8SmKMsmW2Sli_HAMPbYGwLIXDkYCY7iyOBbmNmq0GppQf-QfQBphd7OTzNgLb6b2B6DaoOlO224qdJRvLSv168Z1hE-rJrRp0VOv3IbB4LfQ/w640-h376/6E8AE173-9C7F-4D16-B9C0-48426BA03A79.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiErJzb5WLswA8Y8vIL2Mqk9G69SUuyJqxS5CXcraSItkhW4OWMh0rb7XT_GWmqMYSb8bUcLgjGJka7Mia8fYz9im2AZ9bttetVfDYSundEhYoECRYOIKRUAqdGERkz4ByhN6WtDHUJnFBBCmNzjqyeV6SoOQ0EGkyKGj7-zdZFeJUAHk9vsw/s3874/567180F4-B825-4496-9659-CEE1E6720037.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2192" data-original-width="3874" height="362" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiErJzb5WLswA8Y8vIL2Mqk9G69SUuyJqxS5CXcraSItkhW4OWMh0rb7XT_GWmqMYSb8bUcLgjGJka7Mia8fYz9im2AZ9bttetVfDYSundEhYoECRYOIKRUAqdGERkz4ByhN6WtDHUJnFBBCmNzjqyeV6SoOQ0EGkyKGj7-zdZFeJUAHk9vsw/w640-h362/567180F4-B825-4496-9659-CEE1E6720037.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>The night’s final leaderboard. Now, something is about to happen that never happened when Tom Bergeron was host. I’m just saying.</p><p>Who goes home? Who is in the bottom two? Well…</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOMZfUwIQ2DW_jJ_QXRUR0dKj-XA4XgvK6CB59OuoW3VrsO9FyozaXCaJbHRwdVjzQt0xZB2G1Zb5U2nP5LTI7mVZC6E4b8cN1fUs0JrxNGLm-7Mdy5eDP3Mp0GJCIjfN3CfgF4AV6nDNkTrB0crsQ2ji24D9e6IBQRy9rcngIJMbwe68NXQ/s3933/D939B725-87AE-4476-911A-2DD07BF54E54.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2181" data-original-width="3933" height="354" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOMZfUwIQ2DW_jJ_QXRUR0dKj-XA4XgvK6CB59OuoW3VrsO9FyozaXCaJbHRwdVjzQt0xZB2G1Zb5U2nP5LTI7mVZC6E4b8cN1fUs0JrxNGLm-7Mdy5eDP3Mp0GJCIjfN3CfgF4AV6nDNkTrB0crsQ2ji24D9e6IBQRy9rcngIJMbwe68NXQ/w640-h354/D939B725-87AE-4476-911A-2DD07BF54E54.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>We get down to these three couples left on stage.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghYXHYxvb-NQ5joIpIwzY1iKRtfhmvWSs2AfwhHuKQWBHz3Wdzoa_2qd8l7oHrqvYxRPltRewpTlmqNbaNmtbYwD1a3sIhyzsm0zPF-2QXc65JymIpJNpyMkFWdct3kdzidbxuicDFfft2odJou6aZ16qx3EC_2hrwnsFP668Xc-S7Yo795Q/s3768/AF2FCCC4-CF1A-4481-889C-D403D7775458.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2107" data-original-width="3768" height="358" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghYXHYxvb-NQ5joIpIwzY1iKRtfhmvWSs2AfwhHuKQWBHz3Wdzoa_2qd8l7oHrqvYxRPltRewpTlmqNbaNmtbYwD1a3sIhyzsm0zPF-2QXc65JymIpJNpyMkFWdct3kdzidbxuicDFfft2odJou6aZ16qx3EC_2hrwnsFP668Xc-S7Yo795Q/w640-h358/AF2FCCC4-CF1A-4481-889C-D403D7775458.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Now, what I believe actually happened is that the bottom two SHOULD BE Anne and Keo and Chrishell and Gleb. But, for some reason, Tyra has a meltdown and says that Val and Monica should come back, because they are in the bottom two. See leaderboard above. I believe to this day that they were never in the bottom two properly. The math just doesn’t work out.</p><p>Don’t know exactly what happened here, but it was a major fiasco, the likes of which we’ve never seen.</p><p>So the judges now have to decide who’s going home, based on either Anne/Keo or Val/Monica. Well, duh.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGcmITVWbgX3U4jBxt0gtMJGBIX3Ze24VXh2EKDKUt8GlLrHzNaHn-Rc6hlbWkVnfB1DG96XZNxU88rKh5NEqSPl4WbacvyPeDDr57s1DiOE3X351fYwRMUKfqdgBVVPB3jqhqS3quL_P433Ks1AMxG5i5QNP4zM-v_tNJx2jpcCLqiYuxoA/s612/E14617CE-3763-478B-826A-F0BE43DB610E.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="612" data-original-width="407" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGcmITVWbgX3U4jBxt0gtMJGBIX3Ze24VXh2EKDKUt8GlLrHzNaHn-Rc6hlbWkVnfB1DG96XZNxU88rKh5NEqSPl4WbacvyPeDDr57s1DiOE3X351fYwRMUKfqdgBVVPB3jqhqS3quL_P433Ks1AMxG5i5QNP4zM-v_tNJx2jpcCLqiYuxoA/w426-h640/E14617CE-3763-478B-826A-F0BE43DB610E.jpeg" width="426" /></a></div><p>Bizarre. Truly bizarre.</p><p><br /></p><p><b>Miche’s Favorites of Week 4</b></p><p>1. Val and Monica, samba</p><p>2. Britt and Johnny, jive</p><p>3. Sasha and Justina, salsa</p><p>4. Cheryl and AJ, cha cha</p><p>5. Kaitlyn and Artem, Viennese waltz</p><p>6. Jenna and Nev, rumba</p><p>7. Sharna and Jesse, cha cha</p><p>8. Brandon and Jeannie, tango</p><p>9. Daniella and Nelly, paso doble</p><p>10. Peta and Vernon, rumba</p><p><br /></p><p><b>Please Go Away</b></p><p>1. Anne Heche</p><p>2. Chrishell</p><p>3. Skai</p><p>***********************************************************</p>MicheBelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12153402057422544392noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3779897.post-12245473209739080232023-04-08T21:28:00.000-07:002023-04-08T21:28:12.661-07:00Season 29, Week 3: Disney Night Brings a Mix of Sublime and Sucky<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEib7WvLog_nq4jw4M6-CbF7iCWZS1pBUoRMoXcN6hsAn3rZtmHtiom0cfA43bBJ1C1hkhu0vNQnT_UWVnWUx-PwLF_W_SKc8D6q5nSg2U-lR9GZnseB6HXsJ-_vtcQxd_b3gQvPvuQ_fEcHcvJ-GTtcDz4T_Tb80WrC88dHS7h_2EchgNu-ig/s3944/F8BA0310-836F-416B-941B-878939610D5D.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2216" data-original-width="3944" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEib7WvLog_nq4jw4M6-CbF7iCWZS1pBUoRMoXcN6hsAn3rZtmHtiom0cfA43bBJ1C1hkhu0vNQnT_UWVnWUx-PwLF_W_SKc8D6q5nSg2U-lR9GZnseB6HXsJ-_vtcQxd_b3gQvPvuQ_fEcHcvJ-GTtcDz4T_Tb80WrC88dHS7h_2EchgNu-ig/w640-h360/F8BA0310-836F-416B-941B-878939610D5D.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Oh boy do they try to make something happen in this empty, audience-less ballroom. For the opening, they recreate (sorta) the famous Disneyland “Main Street Electrical Parade” with lights flashing, people waving glow sticks and a big caterpillar coursing the dance floor. And of course, the standard piped in audience applause that has been standard for this season. </p><p>In the opening credits for the first time, they show each couple (together!) in their costumes and characters for the upcoming dances. Very nice. Although it did seem that there’s more than one Mary Poppins this week.</p><p><b>Alan and Skai, jive (“The Princess and the Frog”)</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjQ4E6xlE6VI-oOPtP4UBI3iUNdtvYUYpLFcwxbPv0qT4Q4DD-2DiDKCxbyySgGiTZ8qBCqJZE3AUF3pxQ11VWyzduDo-k-50j7h9x1L0IRZN9L_QMNt0qrsaGpO5Q7sXlypyp1lC4Fk5zJe9J3aiuC49PXc3s-k7oWqfcY1aiGbDDmJtNtw/s736/846C2DDF-9375-4542-B55F-516E1F9B907E.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="736" data-original-width="736" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjQ4E6xlE6VI-oOPtP4UBI3iUNdtvYUYpLFcwxbPv0qT4Q4DD-2DiDKCxbyySgGiTZ8qBCqJZE3AUF3pxQ11VWyzduDo-k-50j7h9x1L0IRZN9L_QMNt0qrsaGpO5Q7sXlypyp1lC4Fk5zJe9J3aiuC49PXc3s-k7oWqfcY1aiGbDDmJtNtw/w640-h640/846C2DDF-9375-4542-B55F-516E1F9B907E.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>After last week’s catastrophic, messy fall, it’s hard to get back up again. She just looks so awkward in this dance. Lame kicks and flicks. Ugh.</p><p>Derek: “Last week, we had a bit of a heels over head moment, and I have to be honest with you, I’m not really head over heels with this performance tonight. In jive, you wanna have your nose over your toes. It was a little bit far away. Which made it look a little stiff sometimes. You have a lot of potential. It wasn’t my favorite.” Bruno: “That was a very difficult dance. It was tidy, crispy. You went for it with focus. When you do that, as a performer, you become tight. Very difficult to do.” Carrie Ann: “I know last week probably shook you up. At the top of the dance, you looked a little nervous. You weren’t really focused. Kinda like dancing to no one. I realize it’s harder without an audience to make eye contact with, but find something, so we feel like you’re performing for one person. That would’ve changed the whole beginning.”</p><p>JUDGES: 18 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Val and Monica, Viennese waltz (“The Little Mermaid”)</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTbYFvw-z3cffy05R4uH85TLsCuR10SK-UXSZkAB20AqTw7m6lnNaxQOBj7yCQOVA0_7GwntvKtaTCy0kk01Ceugi1FJBE1LeqK57dnGjopGOux0LIH9KH2jz2GMZj_AmXzfL9OKS8qh4KD5m39Z2UevYpEiMc8T5b5841gWHqReR30qO8Zw/s612/950B7550-DCC5-4EE9-A3C6-205D940DA38D.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="489" data-original-width="612" height="512" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTbYFvw-z3cffy05R4uH85TLsCuR10SK-UXSZkAB20AqTw7m6lnNaxQOBj7yCQOVA0_7GwntvKtaTCy0kk01Ceugi1FJBE1LeqK57dnGjopGOux0LIH9KH2jz2GMZj_AmXzfL9OKS8qh4KD5m39Z2UevYpEiMc8T5b5841gWHqReR30qO8Zw/w640-h512/950B7550-DCC5-4EE9-A3C6-205D940DA38D.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Val always has such stunning choreography. Plus, not everyone knows how to properly do a Viennese waltz. So, this was lyrical and beautiful to watch. Really enjoyed it.</p><p>Bruno: “You soared through it with such confidence and connection. It’s so good to see that. You were fluid, you were flowing. So much better.” Carrie Ann: “You were like a different person on the dance floor tonight. Did it feel different to you? (She says yes.) I could tell. When you have fun, we have fun watching you. Your body relaxes, all of the beautiful things happen when you relax.” Derek: “Actually beautiful. Watch the feet a little bit. This was so so much better than last week.”</p><p>JUDGES: 21 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Sasha and Justina, Charleston (“Mary Poppins”)</b></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhrsmUkv1fng7xndLueMY14QCwZrcT-YrFr0Nfl_F1jeEHd8WiEyN_VC4YKONAvdu8tTJ4tg0mPtWJnjmIimkQCyEc9KzuqbjLnVhdpjCAw-v72687IZ17Q2Ig4LVjy0GDzTGlQzCLW9eMWhICxzITp3EKMi5p9Aaa231tPvXadZQeBFCAyeg/s2048/3255BF65-E0D1-4669-BD16-8CF71FE5BAFD.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1363" data-original-width="2048" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhrsmUkv1fng7xndLueMY14QCwZrcT-YrFr0Nfl_F1jeEHd8WiEyN_VC4YKONAvdu8tTJ4tg0mPtWJnjmIimkQCyEc9KzuqbjLnVhdpjCAw-v72687IZ17Q2Ig4LVjy0GDzTGlQzCLW9eMWhICxzITp3EKMi5p9Aaa231tPvXadZQeBFCAyeg/w640-h426/3255BF65-E0D1-4669-BD16-8CF71FE5BAFD.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /> While Val’s ace in the hole is the Viennese waltz, no one does a Charleston better than Sasha Farber. Largely because you can do more of the acrobatic tricks that Sasha likes to do in a Charleston. <p></p><p>Loved this dance so much. Sasha and Justina are sincerely one of my favorite couples this time around. So much fun to watch. Love them.</p><p>Carrie Ann: “I loved it! What’s so incredible about you two specifically is the way you match each other. You guys are perfectly in sync. It’s very sharp and clean. I think it could’ve used a tiny bit more energy, but very nice.” Derek: “When I heard you were going to dance the Charleston, that was like: Man, she’s gonna crush this routine. Because it just matches your personality so much. However, when you think of Charleston, you think of the swivels. You think of the footwork. And I didn’t feel like I got that. Just steps, unfortunately. It could’ve been more energy, a little sharper for this performance.” Bruno: “You’re so sweetly delicious. You’re almost addictive. And you can sell anything. What this was like was a wonderful Vaudevillian musical performance. Lovely slapstick. But he’s right. Charleston is about the scissors action.”</p><p>JUDGES: 19 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Cheryl and AJ, quickstep (“Aladdin”)</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsVZMWr5NdCWSQlkPIQPYcrF-KvAxnhM78jbt9tqan48p06rOPzfLP4-xGtRt4SEEC2H-7hT78KHCunvVDg8DIPaQAS_4bSKqtqVxAYwDq7upCsMoZDPmxql9AMLA88yFBE10J0XYZYMeCf_ArWdTUtwTaUuVFlNqNT7QXVe2oz859HGwgMg/s250/FA3CE9A9-BF3F-4F53-8EED-8311C4A2CCE9.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="250" data-original-width="250" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsVZMWr5NdCWSQlkPIQPYcrF-KvAxnhM78jbt9tqan48p06rOPzfLP4-xGtRt4SEEC2H-7hT78KHCunvVDg8DIPaQAS_4bSKqtqVxAYwDq7upCsMoZDPmxql9AMLA88yFBE10J0XYZYMeCf_ArWdTUtwTaUuVFlNqNT7QXVe2oz859HGwgMg/w640-h640/FA3CE9A9-BF3F-4F53-8EED-8311C4A2CCE9.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Don’t really like this song (“Prince Ali”), but Cheryl’s stellar choreography goes a long way toward making this a fun dance. Plus, the costumes are rocking.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmAF3SNNMC9PQOuchetPCmGK25PgJItEyjGpR7PFkNfTHsP-3589aMT5w82tjWPtd72qg2FU-OuSOV6DOgDFMC5-7NgQ7g7kJKYp85mq0Kp2uE6bMF21zJclKgz6V5a5iyCU3y4XXVYOYkmmPN66f24YcBNeJC2fvCFMH-OsMgB-tLLS68Vw/s620/0B623DA4-6FF3-4B84-9035-AB9E26A9E595.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="360" data-original-width="620" height="372" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmAF3SNNMC9PQOuchetPCmGK25PgJItEyjGpR7PFkNfTHsP-3589aMT5w82tjWPtd72qg2FU-OuSOV6DOgDFMC5-7NgQ7g7kJKYp85mq0Kp2uE6bMF21zJclKgz6V5a5iyCU3y4XXVYOYkmmPN66f24YcBNeJC2fvCFMH-OsMgB-tLLS68Vw/w640-h372/0B623DA4-6FF3-4B84-9035-AB9E26A9E595.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Derek: “I can always rely on you to put a smile on my face. You are always committed to every performance. So much fun. Actually, your frame was pretty good.” Bruno: “I loved it. I was cracking up. But you actually kept that quickstep going very very well. You’re improving and you’re refining every week. That’s what you do to win this competition.” Carrie Ann: “I liked you put your own spin on it. Now you’re starting to feel comfortable. You had the foxtrot last week. You did the quickstep, you were more comfortable in hold this week. I liked your own style. You kinda made it funky, a little bit in the middle.”</p><p>JUDGES: 21 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Keo and Anne Heche, quickstep (“Hercules”)</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEje7Iz90vAUfNmAjbn4t9Hd4cVyF4GQq9k9kJftUkOUYl1GWiYQzC5_0eZv8lHNI8oF5bfQ6pBsvEqfaH2xkTlRM7Il_4Mta0Smbu2zTBZrtiL2E694FRZ5Ytfytw7MI_rDmLeBm_mKWRwP4pOcGSQX_8t8j6cWR-PZthtL1M1hZjhKlDpMrw/s500/12A64CF9-6922-475D-BB98-5D18DD96F1FB.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="281" data-original-width="500" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEje7Iz90vAUfNmAjbn4t9Hd4cVyF4GQq9k9kJftUkOUYl1GWiYQzC5_0eZv8lHNI8oF5bfQ6pBsvEqfaH2xkTlRM7Il_4Mta0Smbu2zTBZrtiL2E694FRZ5Ytfytw7MI_rDmLeBm_mKWRwP4pOcGSQX_8t8j6cWR-PZthtL1M1hZjhKlDpMrw/w640-h360/12A64CF9-6922-475D-BB98-5D18DD96F1FB.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Keo is certainly my least favorite dancer on this show, and Anne Heche isn’t one of my favorite actresses, by any means. So I’m not thrilled about this couple at all. They are dancing to “Zero to Hero” from “Hercules.”</p><p>Bruno comments by saying some nonsense about Hercules and Hippolyta. Carrie Anne: “I loved the start. And then, you lost stuff… You need to recalibrate the partnership. You really lost control. I’m so bummed, cause you started out so strong. Keo, watch those lifts. I know it’s an intro, but I’m gonna be strict.” Derek: “I have a suggestion. In rehearsal, I would love for you to be able to dance the entire routine by yourself. So that way, you’re on your own feet. Even when you’re in hold. Dance it by yourself.”</p><p>JUDGES: 15 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Brandon and Jeannie, Viennese waltz (“Up”)</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0clz442ZVNGSlCdkgLbIDJMUIjC2c1Fa4G6fcjlek7Us2LzfXkoZnM9OENLKgCs31t3MejvVmCefeKNcuPQRfdxE0XaHwCWLkSsK4rZW558oZ85wotaOgtaReTp1c5xWWFqCgGW7hQBqrrdZ5KuQfZ78IqEXsrNRs_yljFa3NUVazZWS4Wg/s736/053AD9AD-6E48-43EB-8464-77E7A4C502F2.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="736" data-original-width="736" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0clz442ZVNGSlCdkgLbIDJMUIjC2c1Fa4G6fcjlek7Us2LzfXkoZnM9OENLKgCs31t3MejvVmCefeKNcuPQRfdxE0XaHwCWLkSsK4rZW558oZ85wotaOgtaReTp1c5xWWFqCgGW7hQBqrrdZ5KuQfZ78IqEXsrNRs_yljFa3NUVazZWS4Wg/w640-h640/053AD9AD-6E48-43EB-8464-77E7A4C502F2.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>To their credit, Brandon and Jeannie do dance quite a bit of this Viennese waltz in hold. And the Viennese waltz is always beautiful, so is the story of “Up”—so they have a lot going for them in this dance. </p><p>So many balloons, though. Len would not be pleased.</p><p>Carrie Ann: “Jeannie? What’s going on? You’re great as a little old lady! You’re like adorable. You’re smooth, you found your pace. As a partnership, the balance is incredible.” Derek: “The first 10 minutes of “Up” is the most heart-wrenching I’ve ever seen. But this was beautiful. You breathed through the movement. Your frame was fantastic. Honestly, your best performance.” Bruno: “You really have captured the essence of the film. It was pure storytelling. That’s what a performance art is all about.” </p><p>JUDGES: 22 (out of 30)</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRWCxlEUWMGva884eP_1k467U5ixUlEOA1YW6xIGWXqSitredWuz72V55qBBRwK_448gWFCZykgS3O7S0Yu740bNGYxsLVkOvIjZylUlsgRvAwF0rlFcamSEgDfVtEAZfCN4yUnpxdkLrF1MTiTCXsesSxYM_xMp7bvf9IpIJqcHIwrUSZMA/s3965/725C6966-E3F0-490D-B789-A58466789853.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2213" data-original-width="3965" height="358" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRWCxlEUWMGva884eP_1k467U5ixUlEOA1YW6xIGWXqSitredWuz72V55qBBRwK_448gWFCZykgS3O7S0Yu740bNGYxsLVkOvIjZylUlsgRvAwF0rlFcamSEgDfVtEAZfCN4yUnpxdkLrF1MTiTCXsesSxYM_xMp7bvf9IpIJqcHIwrUSZMA/w640-h358/725C6966-E3F0-490D-B789-A58466789853.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Jeannie, in her excitement, stole Bruno’s “8” paddle. Tyra got it back for him.</p><p><b>Daniella and Nelly, foxtrot (“Soul”)</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2oHp4koIFirez8hstodOyQV7DuRD-Q0sO75fAaTO57H49YFm75ILI0MLZimgvqksvc7mOZ1upvpYKsvq99epNXHcS8jAmncCuG87AyjdTWAeEk-KhqeqTrDiRptqMIPp6AogtWOQAbllYIHJV4ZEySuDywFV2F2Zz2e58SMqwonFApNWdcQ/s3916/48FA6A69-9314-4DB1-A945-45F8E6C8A0A4.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2192" data-original-width="3916" height="358" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2oHp4koIFirez8hstodOyQV7DuRD-Q0sO75fAaTO57H49YFm75ILI0MLZimgvqksvc7mOZ1upvpYKsvq99epNXHcS8jAmncCuG87AyjdTWAeEk-KhqeqTrDiRptqMIPp6AogtWOQAbllYIHJV4ZEySuDywFV2F2Zz2e58SMqwonFApNWdcQ/w640-h358/48FA6A69-9314-4DB1-A945-45F8E6C8A0A4.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>At this point, “Soul” hadn’t been released to the general public yet, so Nelly and Daniella go to a special screening (aka just for them). They dance to the song “Follow Your Dreams,” and Nelly talks about how he followed his.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiSfhxUFHCRvM23g-nW1MNWd6N4T4Tz93zdYS-f9BKuzXBw69FoiMABtP9c7yJckMe_9giuua1Ej-t7I-zY0Y_TQ4XlsgltGFzzM27oE3rfxY6fHsqE7f3Y0k43MIi7d9VA9FV8to2w9e14uAjLTWSLU242HzLvbdGDZ2utRiwarOPDQ_X8w/s3846/C154E99A-1793-4CD9-8EF2-6708CEDCD52D.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2185" data-original-width="3846" height="364" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiSfhxUFHCRvM23g-nW1MNWd6N4T4Tz93zdYS-f9BKuzXBw69FoiMABtP9c7yJckMe_9giuua1Ej-t7I-zY0Y_TQ4XlsgltGFzzM27oE3rfxY6fHsqE7f3Y0k43MIi7d9VA9FV8to2w9e14uAjLTWSLU242HzLvbdGDZ2utRiwarOPDQ_X8w/w640-h364/C154E99A-1793-4CD9-8EF2-6708CEDCD52D.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Lovcd their costumes.</p><p>Derek: “I thought it was more than alright. I thought it was great. This is your first ballroom dance. I wasn’t sure what to expect. But you came in here, you got that frame moving, it was smooth. BTW, I’m starting to like these shoes.” Bruno: “Charming. And you behaved like a real gentleman with your lady. For the first time this season, we saw a proper, slow foxtrot, which is so hard to do, so difficult.” Carrie Ann: “There’s a naturalness to you that is really enjoyable to watch. The next step I wanna see from you is a breakout. It’s all a little safe, but now you know you’re good in the ballroom.”</p><p>JUDGES: 18 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Pasha and Carole, samba (“The Lion King”)</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcl1nlAtpfJDzymw5o2DOijUYb1SkdL1hTlISaYb-LkpIT6znI4_UQZ5VPSgf6tNjzXymJF1t1dlJOSmNqEqrXVB8PWJdyDJxHkCtJzjReIEtJbz7pECLBUonh1g7BlOqsr8HJgMGalB_7PYikKHVixBFk7sT_RY9DJYiZp66mu44Meyxv1w/s900/ED3C9B24-6DB6-4EE7-9F80-810D826D3B3F.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="900" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcl1nlAtpfJDzymw5o2DOijUYb1SkdL1hTlISaYb-LkpIT6znI4_UQZ5VPSgf6tNjzXymJF1t1dlJOSmNqEqrXVB8PWJdyDJxHkCtJzjReIEtJbz7pECLBUonh1g7BlOqsr8HJgMGalB_7PYikKHVixBFk7sT_RY9DJYiZp66mu44Meyxv1w/w640-h426/ED3C9B24-6DB6-4EE7-9F80-810D826D3B3F.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Poor Pasha. They’ve got him dancing to every cat/tiger/lion song around, dressed up in the hokiest costumes. But what a trooper! They actually do/attempt samba rolls!</p><p>Bruno: “I am stunned. I have never ever seen a samba like this one. If you were dancing with the Brooklyn Bridge, you could get more bounce. You just walked through it. Samba needs life, bounce and energy.” Carrie Ann: “You look beautiful. What I noticed about your dancing is that you danced that dance with a lot of love. I could feel it. You’re very tender. You have of the most beautiful hands when you dance. However, the samba is much more than those things. And it was lacking most of the other things. I really want to salute you for the love that you put into that dance.” Derek: “Thank you for loving big cats and taking care of them. Also, a 10 for costume and makeup. The dancing—there wasn’t a lot of bounce, there wasn’t a lot of rhythm, which is what samba is.”</p><p>JUDGES: 12 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Artem and Kaitlyn, rumba (“Moana”)</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXuNraY-WnUzyv1zj4aJIfUsroUQjFKJ18XsmJRUmz3LabXifvkCrM6zplnpxBVIbQH8dSychNAzqI49lgQXpZ9pk-SKleaFjw6mta8EsEngWDT6O7MZglnO4-DXYlv1O1L8aNVGwF87eUOYmas0flDxLseUnmOdLSDB2biw72CN-8ZBjQ2g/s1080/802379E3-C2D2-424D-983B-7C7107F8E99E.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1074" data-original-width="1080" height="636" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXuNraY-WnUzyv1zj4aJIfUsroUQjFKJ18XsmJRUmz3LabXifvkCrM6zplnpxBVIbQH8dSychNAzqI49lgQXpZ9pk-SKleaFjw6mta8EsEngWDT6O7MZglnO4-DXYlv1O1L8aNVGwF87eUOYmas0flDxLseUnmOdLSDB2biw72CN-8ZBjQ2g/w640-h636/802379E3-C2D2-424D-983B-7C7107F8E99E.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>This song has been danced to on many a Disney Night, but I don’t think ever as a rumba. For me, it was a bit fast for a rumba. But it was nice. She is clearly dancing barefoot because of her injury from last week.</p><p>Carrie Ann: “OK, so for me, so far, best dance of the night by miles. That was so good. The way you brought together the elements of Hawaiian, dancing barefoot, as we would do for the hula. It had the essence of the rumba. You just brought it all together. You told the story. I was elated watching it.” Derek: “You are a beautiful dancer. Such fluidity in your movements. So lyrical. I kinda disagree a little bit though. It’s a rumba.” Bruno: “You really reminded me of the shape of water. Breaking waves, a wonderful swell, continuous movement. Total flow. It was wonderful.”</p><p>JUDGES: 23 (out of 30)</p><p>Can I just remark about how sullen and boring Tyra’s comments are? Ugh.</p><p><b>Peta and Vernon, quickstep (“Beauty and the Beast”)</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidMCLUpYeph6Yb-fIjhxVuWcLP-XClwDDFAEKl9tJ-t45RnEQuh4XkgN0tNzsPlk-4RFkCEJQvO6JA2jBRVWTOc0xwvzoihVSelYp9VOF2KXyxjBLsv-3rvsSwPyIRIppuAp_hUEv5kd1qpXSvvVg_v60H2X8T_8K2Hht2CLLCkiAsZkQrvw/s612/A285A48B-6E63-48D1-945D-F376BAB08AAC.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="490" data-original-width="612" height="512" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidMCLUpYeph6Yb-fIjhxVuWcLP-XClwDDFAEKl9tJ-t45RnEQuh4XkgN0tNzsPlk-4RFkCEJQvO6JA2jBRVWTOc0xwvzoihVSelYp9VOF2KXyxjBLsv-3rvsSwPyIRIppuAp_hUEv5kd1qpXSvvVg_v60H2X8T_8K2Hht2CLLCkiAsZkQrvw/w640-h512/A285A48B-6E63-48D1-945D-F376BAB08AAC.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Here’s another song that they do every Disney Night (it seems)… “Be Our Guest” from “Beauty and the Beast.” Vernon is not exactly happy that he’s the Candlestick, instead of being the Beast.</p><p>Derek: “Real men play candlesticks. You’re radiating so much joy when you dance. I just love watching you dance. I really enjoyed it.” Bruno: “You had such light and easy action. You exude confidence. You were connecting with her, you were connecting with us. And much lighter on your feet.” Carrie Ann: “What is amazing is that you guys have found your balance in the partnership. You slowed down your energy to meet Peta perfectly. What you created out there was one of my favorite dances of the night. I loved it. It was happiness.”</p><p>JUDGES: 22 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Jenna and Nev, Argentine tango (“Pirates of the Caribbean”)</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeDe7gCp7I_LmOHjatqUpZZ53j1-p32YqeCMl9IycH-UHnWJR_XP_nYwrKK-q4zvXsQYnsnGTJU-5Fgy_VEaDkiIg0-rilWcceD7INx3SMSNYOriRBt4j21BXtk-I-uEATLbJW1ww3NcyDWK-x--cAxfUd1zOazi14B8KDDCl63VQDSBieOQ/s736/90662279-91EB-438A-BB85-47B9678665C4.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="736" data-original-width="736" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeDe7gCp7I_LmOHjatqUpZZ53j1-p32YqeCMl9IycH-UHnWJR_XP_nYwrKK-q4zvXsQYnsnGTJU-5Fgy_VEaDkiIg0-rilWcceD7INx3SMSNYOriRBt4j21BXtk-I-uEATLbJW1ww3NcyDWK-x--cAxfUd1zOazi14B8KDDCl63VQDSBieOQ/w640-h640/90662279-91EB-438A-BB85-47B9678665C4.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>This is another oldie but goodie that is always trotted out during Disney Week/Night. Sometimes it’s a paso doble. Here, it’s an Argentine tango. Jenna has them both playing pirates, which gives it a jaunty spin.</p><p>Bruno: “What’ve we got here? The Pirates of Argentina! You managed to maintain the slightly camp, inebriated mannerism, yet you maintained the Argentine tango all the way through. The footwork, the ganchos, everything was there. I loved it.” Carrie Ann: “I really loved the way you were able to balance out from character back in. I also appreciated that your lifts were appropriate, and you didn’t hide behind doing lifts, because a lot of people do that once they get to the Argentine tango.” Derek: “Now we’re cooking with some hot sauce, baby! That was so good. Really, really really strong. I loved the embrace. I loved the ganchos, all the footwork. And of course, the character: you nailed it, brother.”</p><p>JUDGES: 24 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Britt and Johnny, rumba (“Mulan”)</b></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyDOZqcgIm4ol0wP3eTPFyHuni3pHJVINc6RxBTmB0N1Wi1Q-12bX4i7VEaY4J9fNiBEEgi_X5GRug8Ha1nLtVM20MC9kgFEQp7r3vPXRNOwywtiM8H7WVctvNF72Ao5weTYVOxgd_aOgr8FOTSIfXS8_u57Kq1lLtkqt_1pIUcxdGphqkgA/s736/E1DAF938-E477-4C88-8659-1180650CEDDC.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="736" data-original-width="736" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyDOZqcgIm4ol0wP3eTPFyHuni3pHJVINc6RxBTmB0N1Wi1Q-12bX4i7VEaY4J9fNiBEEgi_X5GRug8Ha1nLtVM20MC9kgFEQp7r3vPXRNOwywtiM8H7WVctvNF72Ao5weTYVOxgd_aOgr8FOTSIfXS8_u57Kq1lLtkqt_1pIUcxdGphqkgA/w640-h640/E1DAF938-E477-4C88-8659-1180650CEDDC.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /> Britt is just fantastic, but there wasn’t much body contact for a rumba. Still, I really liked it a lot.<p></p><p>Carrie Ann: “I believe in you so much that tonight watching you dance like that felt so good, because I saw you make the transition from being an ice skater to a ballroom Latin dancer. You’re using your feet, you’re using the floor. It was epic.” Derek: “That was beautiful. Your arms, your lines. You arrived on a straight leg.” Bruno: “Johnny, as always, your shapes, your extensions are exquisite. What I really really loved, I was really impressed, is that you started to project emotion. I could read that you were actually playing a character. Keep on that way.”</p><p>JUDGES: 24 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Sharna and Jesse, jive (“Newsies”)</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpfOP4_xToYwq22m2w0CJFuxiELRvIuXJFhJ-W6KaFt9-OqH0NgxcxhpsyyD5eag2v1PIMbB0cD3HL584v0lKMNSQ1W2OOw6TW3kaTwFt_EfPamgjD8HCjjQyKjx3blPSEPQPlJXQLxK8HtS1dgKuOB573DgUORvLolngNfbGV1iAXUkX8Qg/s620/98D0EDF8-0304-499A-8B78-4C8E14FE973B.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="413" data-original-width="620" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpfOP4_xToYwq22m2w0CJFuxiELRvIuXJFhJ-W6KaFt9-OqH0NgxcxhpsyyD5eag2v1PIMbB0cD3HL584v0lKMNSQ1W2OOw6TW3kaTwFt_EfPamgjD8HCjjQyKjx3blPSEPQPlJXQLxK8HtS1dgKuOB573DgUORvLolngNfbGV1iAXUkX8Qg/w640-h426/98D0EDF8-0304-499A-8B78-4C8E14FE973B.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Way fun dance. Great kicks and flicks, IMHO.</p><p>Derek: “First of all, I love me some “Newsies.” I feel like you didn’t feel as comfortable with this routine, timing-wise. There was definitely a moment when you got ahead of the music. For me, I didn’t really feel this one as much from you.” Bruno: “I felt it big time. I did. You actually played the role brilliantly. I thought your footwork was very very light. Very nimble. But you were moving much much better than you every have.” Carrie Ann: “I agree with Bruno. I think you told the story beautifully. But I also agree with Derek. Your musicality was less than favorable. You have got to tap into the music, deep in your soul. You were like surface floating over the music. And that doesn’t allow us to connect with you, and what you’re doing.”</p><p>JUDGES: 20 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Gleb and Chrishell, waltz (“Cinderella”)</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4HR__OuzRoG2uQJVbTMBoo1SRX9ludIJXK4tGaXn0aXzcGBtLgZ54W1gVsAdNPAD4_OAlStJHG74usezGljvSSX-RJxTo7xhN6XLRJh7wNg-hW-KC-0-wyfGaogEw3WHgUFQkIgOdc2bZs7BPgvbPr67LCt5qX4YhE-z8I3WBiz6JHGXPxQ/s620/DEADE714-F33C-4FED-9DF5-BD69AE82C435.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="420" data-original-width="620" height="434" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4HR__OuzRoG2uQJVbTMBoo1SRX9ludIJXK4tGaXn0aXzcGBtLgZ54W1gVsAdNPAD4_OAlStJHG74usezGljvSSX-RJxTo7xhN6XLRJh7wNg-hW-KC-0-wyfGaogEw3WHgUFQkIgOdc2bZs7BPgvbPr67LCt5qX4YhE-z8I3WBiz6JHGXPxQ/w640-h434/DEADE714-F33C-4FED-9DF5-BD69AE82C435.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>The costumes are stunning. Luckily, they hide her feet a lot. They are waltzing to “A Dream Is a Wish Your Heart Makes” from “Cinderella.”</p><p>Bruno: “The belle of the ball. Gorgeous. You really look like the ultimate Disney princess. I could feel the romance unfolding.” Carrie Ann: “Princess Carrie Ann approves of Princess Chrishell. You were together. Together, you guys are stunning. Work on your shoulders.” Derek: “You guys are absolutely stunning. A beautiful dance.”</p><p>JUDGES: 22 (out of 30)</p><p>So who’s going home on Disney Night?</p><p>The bottom of the leader board is Carole and Pasha, with Anne and Keo above them.</p><p>So who’s the bottom two? The very same.</p><p>Going home?</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhX7CMLWLOHeSM9DZqzh2QsqNsR2bWgXcQ5mE4OhItdSBGsV5csQcJW6kh6DtWTsIBgyFoFljmNYqpR9yn7E6pBmbilkseJhTAsiyPBixE7rMfV6WW0yo3kBtxzTVYUsc-528AZMcjBNLp4Q8Dz6NgTLBY5d56YLRPD74J3rxlc9wQ0QkFZtw/s1280/424BE705-FB67-4AFE-8871-08839538EB12.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhX7CMLWLOHeSM9DZqzh2QsqNsR2bWgXcQ5mE4OhItdSBGsV5csQcJW6kh6DtWTsIBgyFoFljmNYqpR9yn7E6pBmbilkseJhTAsiyPBixE7rMfV6WW0yo3kBtxzTVYUsc-528AZMcjBNLp4Q8Dz6NgTLBY5d56YLRPD74J3rxlc9wQ0QkFZtw/w640-h360/424BE705-FB67-4AFE-8871-08839538EB12.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Darn! All those cat songs they’ll never get to! :-(</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSbcIp_fdkbS5A-TEdHfPWumjgKl9MPslDZB6CbmLuF-BkdwTpzUXmb9GgyPqq0rvPmupm82grXl8MrRh5vNW7voZ1tHP8wbsomTphKtKzH7iQbzAXQdlhlgkQGXsn8_HXxlnsFZxnXPVZfnrbYqPC_rqlC5rPixtUC6qx3u5UqF-ehHzmwg/s612/F545407F-CE2B-432B-9FF6-167D7450393A.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="408" data-original-width="612" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSbcIp_fdkbS5A-TEdHfPWumjgKl9MPslDZB6CbmLuF-BkdwTpzUXmb9GgyPqq0rvPmupm82grXl8MrRh5vNW7voZ1tHP8wbsomTphKtKzH7iQbzAXQdlhlgkQGXsn8_HXxlnsFZxnXPVZfnrbYqPC_rqlC5rPixtUC6qx3u5UqF-ehHzmwg/w640-h426/F545407F-CE2B-432B-9FF6-167D7450393A.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p><b>MICHE’s Favorites of Disney Week</b></p><p>1. Jenna and Nev, Argentine tango</p><p>2. Sasha and Justina, Charleston</p><p>3. Val and Monica, Viennese waltz</p><p>4.Sharna and Jesse, jive</p><p>5. Britt and Johnny, rumba</p><p>6. Artem and Kaitlyn, rumba</p><p>7. Cheryl and AJ, quickstep</p><p>8. Daniella and Nelly, foxtrot</p><p>9. Brandon and Jeannie, Viennese waltz </p><p>10. Pasha and Carole, samba</p><p>11. Gleb and Chrishell, waltz</p><p>12. Peta and Vernon, quickstep</p><p><br /></p><p><b>Go Home Already!</b></p><p>1. Anne Heche and Keo, quickstep</p><p>2. Skai and Alan, jive (every cutaway to Skai during the show, she looked so very bored…)</p><p>**************************************************************** </p>MicheBelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12153402057422544392noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3779897.post-88828403035278546332023-03-26T17:52:00.001-07:002023-03-26T17:52:59.613-07:00Season 29, Week 2: First Elimination—How to Choose?<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJ06GrGTlYEn5mk47SFxHwiFE302bh6O4iFYCKY4VVyPI07ASNoUJJ_IsjiuZ8nbRfVE2wkA470dycK2gp2WVyjxQ9ne8DbMoU5qeG3uNsDoJjwPxE_SD0J5BQShq7e0-Za7Q06NUuq3n5JV9AONE88Xc4zSkuxvUt_0RuNtofDjX0aYDM6A/s800/4AD83357-CE17-4986-A3ED-3B5983D2F216.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="464" data-original-width="800" height="372" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJ06GrGTlYEn5mk47SFxHwiFE302bh6O4iFYCKY4VVyPI07ASNoUJJ_IsjiuZ8nbRfVE2wkA470dycK2gp2WVyjxQ9ne8DbMoU5qeG3uNsDoJjwPxE_SD0J5BQShq7e0-Za7Q06NUuq3n5JV9AONE88Xc4zSkuxvUt_0RuNtofDjX0aYDM6A/w640-h372/4AD83357-CE17-4986-A3ED-3B5983D2F216.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Well, we survived the introductions of the first week, and here we are, back with a lame intro package (instead of any dance number) and more Tyra. I wanna cry already. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzNRcKcaS2oPTiPWbJlWs9nUelesw0wrPFUFXszff8MuJ7b_m9s-hUJbaUOkhvOqYmRfMCnNKIzBI9Y1tdEKHSrOPPQNpigqg_QvbvJzMTumsq2noscaDic0v-9bKl7DYygdh_2fqYxVyycT0obyfr65aLRnLHBX3pO-ItSN2xcpof4HujFA/s3948/6FB6E015-C617-4C68-8E65-0B9C143B4D65.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2213" data-original-width="3948" height="358" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzNRcKcaS2oPTiPWbJlWs9nUelesw0wrPFUFXszff8MuJ7b_m9s-hUJbaUOkhvOqYmRfMCnNKIzBI9Y1tdEKHSrOPPQNpigqg_QvbvJzMTumsq2noscaDic0v-9bKl7DYygdh_2fqYxVyycT0obyfr65aLRnLHBX3pO-ItSN2xcpof4HujFA/w640-h358/6FB6E015-C617-4C68-8E65-0B9C143B4D65.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>We are again going with the “no theme” concept, other than “First Elimiination.” Well, alrighty then.</p><p><b>Jenna and Nev, cha cha</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFXf0jBZud7y9-Rzyhu-6r_Zo5FcZSiTtVtxpcrhWQVEhp9QnKFOO_jqIgWC72ITnZWe1oVNNm5eMEenICdlNnozyQTdwaLzMIxCVJTe2kZWwXlTRr1GmctXpXnMgv8wgTFjjcfq8GVun_gnWEQu8Bi-lcHrwf7z8O6NUM9pvZJhkpolaBEA/s736/2387255C-DA77-42B5-BDCC-DBB8AA620F53.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="729" data-original-width="736" height="634" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFXf0jBZud7y9-Rzyhu-6r_Zo5FcZSiTtVtxpcrhWQVEhp9QnKFOO_jqIgWC72ITnZWe1oVNNm5eMEenICdlNnozyQTdwaLzMIxCVJTe2kZWwXlTRr1GmctXpXnMgv8wgTFjjcfq8GVun_gnWEQu8Bi-lcHrwf7z8O6NUM9pvZJhkpolaBEA/w640-h634/2387255C-DA77-42B5-BDCC-DBB8AA620F53.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>A bright, snappy number to kick off the show with. </p><p>Derek: “By the beard of Zeus, that is a lot of chest hair.” (I was just wondering how Jenna was dealing with that, too. LOL) “Solid performance. Way to open the show. Watch the shoulders.” Bruno: “A bit of manscaping would do… Showmanship, presentation, dynamism. So nimble with footwork. For Week 2! The gyrations were mind-boggling. Keep it going.” Carrie Ann: “Once again, you have impressed me. I think you are a really incredible dancer and what sets you apart, already, that I can see is the way you use your hands. The placement of your hands, I love. Well done.”</p><p>JUDGES: 21 (out of 30)</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglSQFw9MpefIAzMkW2cTc7xqWVp0vfkPgHP8KC39WasAQcusZOWq_fcqFVa9NTuFxwIKg8RYAX4hN8fNZmBQ5ST3Lv3_ro1KvmW5lxgsSTjtWRImavJF5WYvq5ZxDR5rWPkhw_N5z04k5mkvyC3guGJ2gX0fscPon669EqtiubpokNGeZGwA/s3909/93A67684-6889-4AB0-BE88-AE8BB12B6298.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2220" data-original-width="3909" height="364" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglSQFw9MpefIAzMkW2cTc7xqWVp0vfkPgHP8KC39WasAQcusZOWq_fcqFVa9NTuFxwIKg8RYAX4hN8fNZmBQ5ST3Lv3_ro1KvmW5lxgsSTjtWRImavJF5WYvq5ZxDR5rWPkhw_N5z04k5mkvyC3guGJ2gX0fscPon669EqtiubpokNGeZGwA/w640-h364/93A67684-6889-4AB0-BE88-AE8BB12B6298.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p><b>Alan and Sakai, samba</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhS0TMqUzNrt3upPM1zxxZROdgX95m-1IDX0Step1mffBeA_AGt9jNmlozjAiZ-_bxd2WWY2feCOnHOhp3dnv7O-OnBnl-I3cAEnIIY9QizGCJH6Wp8JhVvPlYSjMmQOUQqY__MnzOvv97EhPpqKU3-I0SR5zzZH1YXt8T9JUXEdn6mNFp-Vw/s735/C1A46C87-BE80-4904-A4F2-82FCE8581B7D.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="490" data-original-width="735" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhS0TMqUzNrt3upPM1zxxZROdgX95m-1IDX0Step1mffBeA_AGt9jNmlozjAiZ-_bxd2WWY2feCOnHOhp3dnv7O-OnBnl-I3cAEnIIY9QizGCJH6Wp8JhVvPlYSjMmQOUQqY__MnzOvv97EhPpqKU3-I0SR5zzZH1YXt8T9JUXEdn6mNFp-Vw/w640-h426/C1A46C87-BE80-4904-A4F2-82FCE8581B7D.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Somehow these two were on the top of the leaderboard last week (tied with the far-superior Justina and Sasha, who deserved to be there).</p><p>In her package she starts out with: “As a young girl…” (She’s 18 now. #eyeroll)</p><p>Skai has a major mishap in one of the moves early on. Like the costumes, but didn’t like much else.</p><p>Bruno: “Listen. Things happen. I still believe in you. When you get it right, you are neat, clean, precise. You have plenty of talent. You’ll be back next week, I’m sure.” Carrie Ann: “I want you to work on your arms a little bit. The ballroom scares people. Don’t let it scare you.” Derek: “First of all, a setback sets you up for a comeback. Just think about next week. Samba is about balance, it’s about rise and fall. You need that floor, you need that ground to get rhythmic.”</p><p>JUDGES: 15 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Britt and Johnny, tango</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhp7ib687PrlXK-z1cvXDxOzNxIzl84U8rhTiu_PRRGool2Hgn4cWFlmrBMvJBifcgDrRLPH13Oz1AiGWsuv-3SaBwLy8LysSLy-GxOtwvFk1KVn1oQgjBfkG1kB-gKcg00CNpRyTExQA2GPio1w8J-2s9dGxjkpFDU9m6XoI89VUhYParItw/s3793/DD400342-A700-44A0-941A-AE173DBF14E8.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2121" data-original-width="3793" height="358" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhp7ib687PrlXK-z1cvXDxOzNxIzl84U8rhTiu_PRRGool2Hgn4cWFlmrBMvJBifcgDrRLPH13Oz1AiGWsuv-3SaBwLy8LysSLy-GxOtwvFk1KVn1oQgjBfkG1kB-gKcg00CNpRyTExQA2GPio1w8J-2s9dGxjkpFDU9m6XoI89VUhYParItw/w640-h358/DD400342-A700-44A0-941A-AE173DBF14E8.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Johnny and Britt tango to Lady Gaga’s “Poker Face,” which Johnny previously had skated to. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4H75PXFsVmQEZYtC_lq4LxSPE6MAjDdy7uyJvNxdIafy5QrBo0fHYfltaAp3ubYCOAm5qDSnyrzO3YvTioSNCdu_N5p9eEwnbMT9a4DDy82AubTh2S5lcEubbK5WrmhgfWCHB3jRsax2FYtS6BItNp_kRvuvWQOLo8SW3wf9j2RuzHMI6UQ/s4032/1BC6AB18-C944-48A2-9FD4-AE5C5FF47F4D.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2290" data-original-width="4032" height="364" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4H75PXFsVmQEZYtC_lq4LxSPE6MAjDdy7uyJvNxdIafy5QrBo0fHYfltaAp3ubYCOAm5qDSnyrzO3YvTioSNCdu_N5p9eEwnbMT9a4DDy82AubTh2S5lcEubbK5WrmhgfWCHB3jRsax2FYtS6BItNp_kRvuvWQOLo8SW3wf9j2RuzHMI6UQ/w640-h364/1BC6AB18-C944-48A2-9FD4-AE5C5FF47F4D.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Carrie Ann: “You totally got into the dance, but I’m not sure. Your footwork is a bit odd. Your upper body is working it, but it doesn’t feel like you’ve quite found the floor yet.” Derek: “I love the Johnny drama. Let’s go. I see you. I appreciate that.” Bruno: “Gaga, ooh la la. The great lady really has inspired you. Try not to do mistakes.”</p><p>JUDGES: 18 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Sasha and Justina, foxtrot</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFzeRiwSRtYy4XyPr2GFL64kxmDTMMX7yW0TWPm8JIZorf7m2FWCsobw6DWrrz5j4wT5FDHoeqK-MS_Img3XWNKn36UbnD_DUB-QU_79eU9n-47Mgq8-mF7VhW7VQNqnHDkeUrDGU1oYcYRmhFOWnOcmC-iK-T0YN6SV7EW5m_CL5zchzyog/s3817/E2F76ADA-B3AC-4ECC-8A6D-2530945CD1C9.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2132" data-original-width="3817" height="358" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFzeRiwSRtYy4XyPr2GFL64kxmDTMMX7yW0TWPm8JIZorf7m2FWCsobw6DWrrz5j4wT5FDHoeqK-MS_Img3XWNKn36UbnD_DUB-QU_79eU9n-47Mgq8-mF7VhW7VQNqnHDkeUrDGU1oYcYRmhFOWnOcmC-iK-T0YN6SV7EW5m_CL5zchzyog/w640-h358/E2F76ADA-B3AC-4ECC-8A6D-2530945CD1C9.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>I gotta say, I just love this pairing. I love the energy Justina brings to her dances, and the creativity that Sasha brings. This foxtrot was just beautiful.</p><p>Derek: “Justina! Oh my goodness. You are such a natural, beautiful dancer. It just feels like it comes from you. Your arms, your movement. I love the feather step into the oversway. Gorgeous. Girl! Yeah!” Bruno: “I love watching you, my darling. You make me happy. There is such an honest quality about what you do. You dance from the heart. You seem to embrace me, and everybody at home watching. Your lyricism and your quality of movement was excellent.” Carrie Ann: “The power of dance lies in the ability to take people to another place. Just now, when I watched you dance, I was transported to a film with a happy ending, and it’s magical. You move beautifully. You’re so connected emotionally to everything that you’re doing. Great choreography too, Sasha.”</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYd1m8KiSymqeLzXro53BtqZYDG29_mubI8SIzFYO6Q2oJ_u3QpnRACOcmaPc2u6N3y_F0QjewTE_sHQHhu23fnISOpGW3PrzSXCsIxg7OWkjDiqg3OfHDBFhny4HB_oTNvut7WBsSxUTI23SxB0mZMha9VDdPYpO2Y5xyIOpfvyEuAaA3dA/s3849/929DD21D-698D-42F9-9A33-80783279E98F.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2171" data-original-width="3849" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYd1m8KiSymqeLzXro53BtqZYDG29_mubI8SIzFYO6Q2oJ_u3QpnRACOcmaPc2u6N3y_F0QjewTE_sHQHhu23fnISOpGW3PrzSXCsIxg7OWkjDiqg3OfHDBFhny4HB_oTNvut7WBsSxUTI23SxB0mZMha9VDdPYpO2Y5xyIOpfvyEuAaA3dA/w640-h360/929DD21D-698D-42F9-9A33-80783279E98F.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Let me take this moment to say how Tyra (the first episode and this) seems to try to rush the judges in their comments, basically saying, “we have a quick moment for a comment.” Luckily, the judges—who’ve been here and know this show—basically ignore her, and say what they need to say.</p><p>JUDGES: 21 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Val and Monica, jive</b></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhExDu76KtaTsK82ZVKQ7wz_Nnh9k6otd_wOCcjRjT9HJQd72BEk2pGwLqHWt9BmugOn-MAcKNDg3VZXjespKlHU8Yfxr07uHmWVvD8TgIMjCTiPNrOBKnKng7k-tQ8cQ3MXoZ-6J66FZEnOwA4aLbvba3j9VDlBL_FS5RzuqTv0xpBNOxu-w/s3677/DF19ABBA-62D4-483D-8F53-B497D7CF2E6C.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2076" data-original-width="3677" height="362" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhExDu76KtaTsK82ZVKQ7wz_Nnh9k6otd_wOCcjRjT9HJQd72BEk2pGwLqHWt9BmugOn-MAcKNDg3VZXjespKlHU8Yfxr07uHmWVvD8TgIMjCTiPNrOBKnKng7k-tQ8cQ3MXoZ-6J66FZEnOwA4aLbvba3j9VDlBL_FS5RzuqTv0xpBNOxu-w/w640-h362/DF19ABBA-62D4-483D-8F53-B497D7CF2E6C.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br />This was such a fun jive, danced to Taylor Swift’s “Shake It Off” and a great dance for the “Cheer” captain to jive to. Val, as always, does wonders with choreography, making this a really fun, snappy number to watch. Loved it.<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgE8xjkgQnhmR8i0EjvLPe0EErNXSSMhUGnNMYdSWB21tD3pY82l9xx8ihCa8I3tHWXFgUNmSYQylIBBZLSV0tYAZrQrp793GHkvgFgAg3QXwZAxHZTh-0TLHqguqFDuofZ9YoRaDFo2Z9TGvgy-BppnqpyW6JLEhWW3-LgJjN4h7z5DjWpDA/s735/C2F7B228-50E7-43FC-9839-34C9B5E986E0.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="730" data-original-width="735" height="636" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgE8xjkgQnhmR8i0EjvLPe0EErNXSSMhUGnNMYdSWB21tD3pY82l9xx8ihCa8I3tHWXFgUNmSYQylIBBZLSV0tYAZrQrp793GHkvgFgAg3QXwZAxHZTh-0TLHqguqFDuofZ9YoRaDFo2Z9TGvgy-BppnqpyW6JLEhWW3-LgJjN4h7z5DjWpDA/w640-h636/C2F7B228-50E7-43FC-9839-34C9B5E986E0.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Bruno: “Shook me up and cheer me up. I think your cheerleading quality really helped you on this, because you know how to project this kind of joy and happiness. The jive is all about the kicks and the flicks and the timing. It wasn’t quite there yet. But I love the kind of Swinging ’60s feel you put into it.” Carrie Ann: “I loved seeing you much more relaxed this week. You definitely look like you’re having a lot more fun. I’m gonna say that lift: just don’t do it. We don’t need a lift in the jive. I get that it was an ode to “Cheer,” so hopefully your “Cheer” fans will vote for that, but for me, it distracts from the jive. I don’t think you need it. She’s a great dancer. I wanna see more of the dance.” (As Tyra cuts her off…) Derek: “Fun, playful, bubbly. I have to echo Bruno’s statements: more kicks, more flicks, more bounce, more jive.”</p><p>JUDGES: 16 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Cheryl and AJ, foxtrot</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5GNQgPEnb-yEu5Q_M_NOkn4wvmtYdBUeXzYR6oxXLCZMtUQWwg3fFPTa5mU1dYRQJJSZ6s3jeb8H-b2KPyfFLp5E6EXL7I6y5cYt6GL0eKx3n759rKrN-428O04ekJsvxudkvpgor-CkeXBBjikzq-bUY1ICDuuC1pQl9YvOC2cepbwvBQA/s3955/CB34F325-0BFB-411F-9D7A-C420D3DA2CFA.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2223" data-original-width="3955" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5GNQgPEnb-yEu5Q_M_NOkn4wvmtYdBUeXzYR6oxXLCZMtUQWwg3fFPTa5mU1dYRQJJSZ6s3jeb8H-b2KPyfFLp5E6EXL7I6y5cYt6GL0eKx3n759rKrN-428O04ekJsvxudkvpgor-CkeXBBjikzq-bUY1ICDuuC1pQl9YvOC2cepbwvBQA/w640-h360/CB34F325-0BFB-411F-9D7A-C420D3DA2CFA.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>Cheryl and AJ foxtrot to the classic “Ain’t That A Kick in the Head.” Wonderful choreography, really fun dance to watch. AJ dedicates this dance to his wife, “my superhero.”</div><div><br /></div><div>This move, to the line: “She’s picked out a king-size bed.”</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhg4wprRImtHaus6YaJ83q9SAe4QNYtz25M4c0FPLGf83LPbmvLqx4rDs1a1pyMehcrMbRUid45aE_F-CkiJKxtMuqb3UddizQoeu6K82T0BEy3aRZn--C84NUpcO0bcFY5NeOh1IBy9mZvKm-hV2fXJ71EaKi5tqdqdtRDv5-qy_jbhp1BVw/s3870/0722F4F8-75A8-4D93-8D75-278806A561A4.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2199" data-original-width="3870" height="364" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhg4wprRImtHaus6YaJ83q9SAe4QNYtz25M4c0FPLGf83LPbmvLqx4rDs1a1pyMehcrMbRUid45aE_F-CkiJKxtMuqb3UddizQoeu6K82T0BEy3aRZn--C84NUpcO0bcFY5NeOh1IBy9mZvKm-hV2fXJ71EaKi5tqdqdtRDv5-qy_jbhp1BVw/w640-h364/0722F4F8-75A8-4D93-8D75-278806A561A4.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div>Great stuff.</div><div><br /></div><div>Carrie Ann: “I loved it. Way to go. Last week, I thought maybe you were a bit nervous. This week, the nerves are gone, you were smooth as silk out there.” Derek: “AJ. Man, you’re such a showman. So much joy coming off you. Fantastic.” Bruno: “Foxtrotting all the way down to Vegas. The Rat Pack would be proud. You got such pizzazz. You’re selling it. I love the energy. But you have to be careful to control it. Foxtrot is gliding. It cannot be choppy.”</div><div><br /></div><div>JUDGES: 19 (out of 30)</div><div><br /></div><div><b>Keo and Anne Heche, foxtrot</b></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjL0KR4gDXxJvQfP8zrU_NSx1BSDFG6MHFOaALP9VOrgdwktiNoyxX9_CzuZuHyYG2ArajE6hHkunJHB7HXp5DDfdOUENjh6W5S-dsGNggxSNoopcSZw0CvbRweDK1iYPz3Uj5Tr88V-K6HGxDVtAcds1oebNz7S12uqqzCaKbmoynxGN1r7Q/s792/2ECD2F5F-8E1C-4565-A539-6FD1F26B3A16.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="792" data-original-width="634" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjL0KR4gDXxJvQfP8zrU_NSx1BSDFG6MHFOaALP9VOrgdwktiNoyxX9_CzuZuHyYG2ArajE6hHkunJHB7HXp5DDfdOUENjh6W5S-dsGNggxSNoopcSZw0CvbRweDK1iYPz3Uj5Tr88V-K6HGxDVtAcds1oebNz7S12uqqzCaKbmoynxGN1r7Q/w512-h640/2ECD2F5F-8E1C-4565-A539-6FD1F26B3A16.jpeg" width="512" /></a></div><br /><div>Ugh. Just awkward and uncomfortable. Not smooth at all. </div><div><br /></div><div>Derek: “Anne, I love the relationship between you two. I feel it. In ballroom dances, you want to have a lot of the energy come from the feet. And you want the upper half to just go along for the ride. Sometimes in that routine, I felt like there was a lot of energy up here (he motions to his shoulders), hanging on, and the legs were along for the ride. I really enjoyed it.” Bruno: “I have to praise you for the content. There was so much foxtrot in there, from the beginning to the end. No messing around.” Carrie Ann: “What I’m loving the most is the trust that I see in your eyes of Keo. You’re giving him 100% and it’s a beautiful thing to witness. I can see the growth from last week to this week. You’re a little tense. Trust the process.” </div><div><br /></div><div>JUDGES: 18 (out of 30) *overscored*</div><div><br /></div><div><b>Daniella and Nelly, cha cha</b></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHoep3M2wquHWuSGK2-flSlwwAk9FwCsGhj6SzA_ZPy1JJ0u4msQbCq9eBx8JocNrhqKRTnSnXEjhfFc-7D8G_-Sk6FM--_8YcH9N5fkaNqacvsN3KiRh3u6evQ-DpJYi0ADXueThA5kcBdieSdx-1Fbyx7QwhOyuZUF4LfIil__jMV0o_bQ/s1222/8BB919B1-3373-4932-B00E-5CA09669662A.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1222" data-original-width="815" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHoep3M2wquHWuSGK2-flSlwwAk9FwCsGhj6SzA_ZPy1JJ0u4msQbCq9eBx8JocNrhqKRTnSnXEjhfFc-7D8G_-Sk6FM--_8YcH9N5fkaNqacvsN3KiRh3u6evQ-DpJYi0ADXueThA5kcBdieSdx-1Fbyx7QwhOyuZUF4LfIil__jMV0o_bQ/w426-h640/8BB919B1-3373-4932-B00E-5CA09669662A.jpeg" width="426" /></a></div><br /><div>Nelly doesn’t seem to have taken the advice about true ballroom shoes, but he seems to have modified ones he can work with. </div><div><br /></div>That was a fun dance, great choreography.<div><br /></div><div>Bruno: “Your timing is particularly good tonight. You do have a fantastic musicality. It’s natural, it comes to you. But you have to articulate a little bit more through the foot. It looks good, but you’re losing the Cuban motion.” Carrie Ann: “Nelly, I can tell you’re a hard worker because of the way you did that routine, I can tell you practiced a lot. Watch on your turns. You’re the easiest to watch. You’ve got a groove. It’s fun to watch.” Derek: “Timing is impeccable. Right in the pocket. So great to watch. I appreciate the content. Attention to detail, like she said. Good job.” </div><div><br /></div><div>JUDGES: 18 (out of 30)</div><div><p><b>Gleb and Chrishell, rumba</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhAb7MioJiP1o06aY8Wse6rMvGz1S8abOk-p_3tJYpuCzo0r0VIryrxgt27pKOTTMFqjdSRksekGeZoGdh2TpmwWfsaKmoHztznl35U99F9aDdrCGFbwq-J5N4yGO2AnEpF03OIIeHAazdrBz-xekUm3awgcch_CK-RAOt9s8MQPAoqJG1YQ/s762/50C26986-A130-4BAC-A9B7-5FB5C0CBA598.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="762" data-original-width="634" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhAb7MioJiP1o06aY8Wse6rMvGz1S8abOk-p_3tJYpuCzo0r0VIryrxgt27pKOTTMFqjdSRksekGeZoGdh2TpmwWfsaKmoHztznl35U99F9aDdrCGFbwq-J5N4yGO2AnEpF03OIIeHAazdrBz-xekUm3awgcch_CK-RAOt9s8MQPAoqJG1YQ/w532-h640/50C26986-A130-4BAC-A9B7-5FB5C0CBA598.jpeg" width="532" /></a></div><div><br /></div>If I had to bet who’d pick the rumba to do first, it would be Gleb, every day of the week. And here it is: Week 2. #Sigh Unfortunate, because the rumba is the woman’s dance, and Chrishell is clearly not up to it. Plus, she has a major fall within.</div><div><br /></div><div>Carrie Ann: “Chrishell. What a difference. You’re like a whole different dancer. You’re dancing from your heart. You’re trusting Gleb. There’s a deep connection.” Derek: “You’re dancing with so much more confidence. So much more passion.” Bruno: “Now I’m seeing the bombshell emerging. I’m impressed. You had sometimes such beautiful lines, shapes. Now you have to learn how to link it. I know you’ve got it. Show it to me, baby.”</div><div><br /></div><div>JUDGES: 18 (out of 30)</div><div><br /></div><div>Throughout, Tyra has been mentioning that Kaitlyn hurt her ankle and might not dance tonight. Now Artem is by Tyra’s side. Uh oh. Whew. They WILL be performing.</div><div><br /></div><div><b>Emma and Charles Oakley, cha cha</b></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhY_QWeopa7TtG1oZMguZz8lVj1iI20QdYoSSaKVmUKMyqRQSDJBZVCvT6lrhjJwIyZOzE503EMqknFgbxmbZ5W8_yXbnD8Fm1jmjauzUw2d0ISx33ILyRQpij_MN6adqDP4yl9o75jNSvu0VGeGLiqsRkg15YUE_4BydpXAYA5s85UjdEpUA/s612/BCD10D6F-63F7-4ABA-9B6A-4E8746630986.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="408" data-original-width="612" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhY_QWeopa7TtG1oZMguZz8lVj1iI20QdYoSSaKVmUKMyqRQSDJBZVCvT6lrhjJwIyZOzE503EMqknFgbxmbZ5W8_yXbnD8Fm1jmjauzUw2d0ISx33ILyRQpij_MN6adqDP4yl9o75jNSvu0VGeGLiqsRkg15YUE_4BydpXAYA5s85UjdEpUA/w640-h426/BCD10D6F-63F7-4ABA-9B6A-4E8746630986.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div>Emma sure gives it the old college try in what is a really losing proposition. Oakley just doesn’t seem to have any natural rhythm. Mirrored jacket notwithstanding.</div><div><p>Derek: “Your timing was better. The jacket is fire. The footwork needs a lot of work still (HA!). An improvement from last week.” Bruno: “Thank you for the chili. You’ve got it, you see? A little bit more work on the feet.” Carrie Ann: “Watch your focus. I know it’s hard without seeing eyes (as she gestures around an empty ballroom). But you’ve got to pretend that people are there, and you’re performing to each one of us. That’s what I wanna see with you.”</p><p>JUDGES: 15 (out of 30)</p><p>They’ve been doing this thing, randomly, in the first two episodes. Len Goodman (taped from England) comes in to explain how a dance should be performed. Then they show two troupe dancers dancing it properly. Now, to my mind, IF you’re going to do such a thing, you do it with every dance shown and you do it BEFORE anyone does those dances. Not randomly, after everyone has done one already.</p><p>Here, they explain foxtrot (which we’ve already had lots of in both Week 1 and Week 2). #Sigh</p><p><b>Sharia and Jesse, foxtrot</b></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_KiiEDIE7N3VT3KM_tgDhSYwf548j2NZiA2E8-ohWuKzvOoDDHhAMBinrmOKv4n8BzJJeJneRQ6RMkRwF3mnSVlXLWeBkUFTgJ1ENOm0Y27kQ2hpSS9XOeemrK-k10LpNL7B7ANuCKnxRSWXmd1yJ6RwQUJT4wkLR0EF0P8C1_JG_uYf9LA/s300/BF18A578-5D27-4DE9-8C4E-B6E1F6C3FEE2.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="168" data-original-width="300" height="358" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_KiiEDIE7N3VT3KM_tgDhSYwf548j2NZiA2E8-ohWuKzvOoDDHhAMBinrmOKv4n8BzJJeJneRQ6RMkRwF3mnSVlXLWeBkUFTgJ1ENOm0Y27kQ2hpSS9XOeemrK-k10LpNL7B7ANuCKnxRSWXmd1yJ6RwQUJT4wkLR0EF0P8C1_JG_uYf9LA/w640-h358/BF18A578-5D27-4DE9-8C4E-B6E1F6C3FEE2.png" width="640" /></a></div><br /> Jesse and Sharna are dancing a foxtrot to “Dreams” by Fleetwood Mac. I truly love Sharna’s choreography. It’s a great song to dance to. Her dress, though, seems like someone spilled something on the bottom of it. Or is it just me?<p></p><p>Bruno: “Oh Mr. Dreamy does it again. I know what you’re doing. I’m here for you, call me. Whatever you want you shall have.” (I swear sometimes Bruno’s comments verge on sexual harassment…) You’ve gotta watch your bum, your posture and your footwork. You can sell it. You’ve got it. Work on the technique a little bit more.” Carrie Ann: “I disagree. I thought that it was smooth. I thought there was an elegance to it.” Derek: “Good job.”</p><p>(They cut Derek’s comment off, but they let Tyra ramble aimlessly about stupid stuff. Grrrrr.)</p><p>JUDGES: 20 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Brandon and Jeannie, cha cha</b></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikYa7I0_tvKRR_2ona5fSGUhilMHaJSzj65C75QmvFimScDwUFVuWXuHPszrDB4fMhc-4IfeEelzDvW_IOcwXfV3nb-kfC51eqFzM4ZnLf2wF1VoB_ueOe4JUvc4II_5LfJbN_xjXWCauUfVMN7RW8mT637lsffhQMmVQ3hs2kXQ3TEbpa7g/s612/0C80A61D-FF1D-4BD6-937A-3ACB019592E8.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="407" data-original-width="612" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikYa7I0_tvKRR_2ona5fSGUhilMHaJSzj65C75QmvFimScDwUFVuWXuHPszrDB4fMhc-4IfeEelzDvW_IOcwXfV3nb-kfC51eqFzM4ZnLf2wF1VoB_ueOe4JUvc4II_5LfJbN_xjXWCauUfVMN7RW8mT637lsffhQMmVQ3hs2kXQ3TEbpa7g/w640-h426/0C80A61D-FF1D-4BD6-937A-3ACB019592E8.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p></p><p>Great costumes. Fun dance. </p><p>Carrie Ann: “What an improvement this week. You’re wild. We still need to tame you in a little bit.” Derek: “I like your energy. I like your charisma. It was good, but you gotta work on the legs.” Bruno: “Cheeky, sexy, sparkling personality. I love you’re starting to play with your partner.”</p><p>JUDGES: 18 (out of 30) </p><p><b>Pasha and Carole, Viennese waltz</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgR69_f6JghK01T_I252k61KiBwiTiPoUh4HoGEkurYCgxMEadj9ZkOhE3A4mk3RH-jGtp6dOrEGHoo97z8lmha0JZsRWbKiwKxtlCuGGqt7miJ3RJvdRWX3UJoXphcts5Hfk6L72VF6Yl2Y_host121zR_qvmAARizeBqXR3fZdotozYgAHQ/s1290/8DB3F5D3-6FC3-4F26-A66E-F869627C0451.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="802" data-original-width="1290" height="398" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgR69_f6JghK01T_I252k61KiBwiTiPoUh4HoGEkurYCgxMEadj9ZkOhE3A4mk3RH-jGtp6dOrEGHoo97z8lmha0JZsRWbKiwKxtlCuGGqt7miJ3RJvdRWX3UJoXphcts5Hfk6L72VF6Yl2Y_host121zR_qvmAARizeBqXR3fZdotozYgAHQ/w640-h398/8DB3F5D3-6FC3-4F26-A66E-F869627C0451.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Although they are going a little crazy with the tiger theme in the Costume department, I think Carole Baskin is living her best life right now. Look at that!</p><p>And look at this set!!!! C’mon! Did I mention they are dancing to “What’s New, Pussycat”? LOL</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3phr0T0c7XJ2NXJK1fyrZrBT8uFuRHhCoVlnHjg8t6LmnPv0sf_ATb946KkFjclj_Wi_a_kSkGUT6hwA7W05V6Hl6k68RM8NqZfwNsoLVjogLlXYokLYr--DuAleKuTP-QA5D4xZEAfnUr7nj-I2NUbdCre0z2pGtAA-bynrNW-kKTqCu7A/s3941/116D789A-AE48-4137-8160-F554A82D5E18.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2167" data-original-width="3941" height="352" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3phr0T0c7XJ2NXJK1fyrZrBT8uFuRHhCoVlnHjg8t6LmnPv0sf_ATb946KkFjclj_Wi_a_kSkGUT6hwA7W05V6Hl6k68RM8NqZfwNsoLVjogLlXYokLYr--DuAleKuTP-QA5D4xZEAfnUr7nj-I2NUbdCre0z2pGtAA-bynrNW-kKTqCu7A/w640-h352/116D789A-AE48-4137-8160-F554A82D5E18.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>The magic Pasha did choreographing this is beyond words. I loved this dance so very much. And there was a good bit in hold, so Len would be proud. That was just a joy to watch.</p><p>Derek: “First of all, that was a big improvement from last week. This dance suits you. It’s graceful, it’s smooth. I was impressed.Also, it’s a 10 for the set. That was insane.” Bruno: “Apart from the fact that we’ve blown the budget, there is not a rose left in California, and she’s got more gold than the Federal Reserve. Not just that was shining, your performance was shining tonight, darling. There is hope. It’s not perfect.” Carrie Ann: “I really liked it. I thought it suited you perfectly. Yes, it was simple, but remember Dancing with the Stars is also a platform for people to get to know you and for you to grow and evolve and show people a different side of you. And this is how you do it. On the dance floor, bringing these beautiful dances. I loved when you were in hold.”</p><p>JUDGES: 16 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Peta and Vernon, paso doble</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLUh8ZaylPnRPD-5GEq6lZJbcfTfMW-VD_LZ2TimXUCG3pKGxZWjs11kzUswHnmGbrC0yQe0n90G5vU42pTuwHDvB9bCkqkVRM2TC3qdlb58e9tYe-xIR6sYVGbmitxNP80aw8c07eHtkwKapizC9MFQ_bUdgwpnkO55Zz8ahGbImMvOXQBA/s3758/DB2E5851-A11E-4DE1-BA98-F83B0DE9B197.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2118" data-original-width="3758" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLUh8ZaylPnRPD-5GEq6lZJbcfTfMW-VD_LZ2TimXUCG3pKGxZWjs11kzUswHnmGbrC0yQe0n90G5vU42pTuwHDvB9bCkqkVRM2TC3qdlb58e9tYe-xIR6sYVGbmitxNP80aw8c07eHtkwKapizC9MFQ_bUdgwpnkO55Zz8ahGbImMvOXQBA/w640-h360/DB2E5851-A11E-4DE1-BA98-F83B0DE9B197.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>I really liked Peta’s choreography in this paso doble. Plus, the whole referee-athlete thing worked too.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPBZgd1Y2vil3l7_3HZf7akaj16j7wnWip4rhA7W7ZVp-h2L3q_-NWnZSwS4nvba293z0td2_iiHcrH6G5I8A2pwpzeY1ZbGtKGBYAjfms-S2lm6a_Cn0JJEvU8Fuiq8pnOIgC7tqG58TlAzhSTYFyGwCYOclnQIJhZmrflXHyS3CO6LqFhg/s3743/01A43E4A-330B-4A5B-B5AA-FFBFFA90894C.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2114" data-original-width="3743" height="362" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPBZgd1Y2vil3l7_3HZf7akaj16j7wnWip4rhA7W7ZVp-h2L3q_-NWnZSwS4nvba293z0td2_iiHcrH6G5I8A2pwpzeY1ZbGtKGBYAjfms-S2lm6a_Cn0JJEvU8Fuiq8pnOIgC7tqG58TlAzhSTYFyGwCYOclnQIJhZmrflXHyS3CO6LqFhg/w640-h362/01A43E4A-330B-4A5B-B5AA-FFBFFA90894C.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Bruno: “Beware—there’s a new bull on the block, and he’s not messing around. I loved the power, the determination, the strength. Paso doble: shaping. I can’t wait for you to do it again with more practice.” Derek: “I think that you went with more the stoic approach, and I want a little bit more intensity in the performance. I enjoyed it all round, but think about those things in the future.” Carrie Ann: “I love that you corrected yourself in the middle of it. You were a little ahead of the music. You found the music. That feeling that you had, I wanna see more of that. Bigger, bigger.”</p><p>JUDGES: 18 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Artem and Kaitlyn, foxtrot</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTsRH2PU-9AbE20_orhBoJe-e3AFYbpzbdSG9p8RFmtZEl16fINUrScm8-M5jgcSbJpE4roRl0mKQp5qZumKpbky9IFz_JH8hWgywKGPTp12YTSUkMtk2Fr-1JAZze36gh9EPu5ORPbZ6AA5RZKs_XdYCXNV1oh3b-Kq2CnK5_cohizCcgZQ/s1222/0C616A84-C617-4A4C-B7E9-8F2772E4C902.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1222" data-original-width="817" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTsRH2PU-9AbE20_orhBoJe-e3AFYbpzbdSG9p8RFmtZEl16fINUrScm8-M5jgcSbJpE4roRl0mKQp5qZumKpbky9IFz_JH8hWgywKGPTp12YTSUkMtk2Fr-1JAZze36gh9EPu5ORPbZ6AA5RZKs_XdYCXNV1oh3b-Kq2CnK5_cohizCcgZQ/w428-h640/0C616A84-C617-4A4C-B7E9-8F2772E4C902.jpeg" width="428" /></a></div><p>After all the consternation about her ankle, it’s fitting that they are dancing to “I Hope You Dance,” by LeAnn Womack. It was a beautiful foxtrot. Very lyrical.</p><p>Carrie Ann: “That was a beautiful performance, very elegant. The lines were gorgeous. More please.” Derek: “I love to see you reclaiming the dancer from within. It was beautiful. It was graceful. It was effortless.” Bruno: “The quality of movement. The way you filled the space. It was like a ballerina. A classical ballet quality, which I absolutely adore.”</p><p>JUDGES: 22 (out of 30, our first 8)</p><p>So, who goes home, and how are they doing it?</p><p>They combined the scores from last week and this (including people’s voting from both weeks). They are only doing Bottom Two.</p><p>Who are:</p><p>Carole and Pasha, and Emma and Charles.</p><p>The judges save one of the couples, saving Carole and Pasha.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkuZyT2PDRQsuLzvHS3sxUAG7UwcX0qx_sORa48DeaUSND0vkU_YK84UTMp8VRhvFLLYg-7-KYl85cIaVnnu79uUNFX0QtC7YGkl4Y1NQkYPmika9tVuOV_ma6WbRdLVfFHsy-r1EroPGZUScuij7w501hTSb4nOtkKpTVxAwwur_QhRHFeg/s800/96493DC9-F21F-418C-8DB0-9F612017F3A4.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="464" data-original-width="800" height="372" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkuZyT2PDRQsuLzvHS3sxUAG7UwcX0qx_sORa48DeaUSND0vkU_YK84UTMp8VRhvFLLYg-7-KYl85cIaVnnu79uUNFX0QtC7YGkl4Y1NQkYPmika9tVuOV_ma6WbRdLVfFHsy-r1EroPGZUScuij7w501hTSb4nOtkKpTVxAwwur_QhRHFeg/w640-h372/96493DC9-F21F-418C-8DB0-9F612017F3A4.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p><b>MICHE’s Favorites of Week 2</b></p><p>1. Sasha and Justina, foxtrot</p><p>2. Val and Monica, jive</p><p>3. Cheryl and AJ, foxtrot</p><p>4. Britt and Johnny, tango</p><p>5. Daniella and Nelly, cha cha</p><p>6. Pasha and Carole, Viennese waltz</p><p>7. Artem and Kaitlyn, foxtrot</p><p>8. Sharna and Jesse, foxtrot</p><p>9. Jenna and Nev, cha cha</p><p>10. Brandon and Jeannie, cha cha</p><p>11. Peta and Vernon, paso doble</p><p><br /></p><p><b>My Eyes My Eyes!</b></p><p>1. Charles and Emma</p><p>2. Keo and Anne</p><p>3. Skai and Alan</p><p>4. Chrishell and Gleb</p><p>*****************************************************************</p></div>MicheBelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12153402057422544392noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3779897.post-20789093461003282452023-03-25T19:33:00.000-07:002023-03-25T19:33:13.274-07:00Season 29, Week 1: The Whole World Has Changed<p> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYEArcgxoK4Y5gOcjgsd9CKya2BiZhPe0_OmxzjKy7CBk40IvI_ckoBY1zU_TSemuRYDDtbi9z_NbCxioXmFJMgr-5T2chCMwmBnq-leaWig39W8txVliorOV11y9RElRKYn8bGRiYEFm2l5tbE-ZucNfXwdzAid4cYOgFAwNUrhyImXsRaw/s4032/A78642E7-2552-4039-8A5E-6C96F5AACC82.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2371" data-original-width="4032" height="376" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYEArcgxoK4Y5gOcjgsd9CKya2BiZhPe0_OmxzjKy7CBk40IvI_ckoBY1zU_TSemuRYDDtbi9z_NbCxioXmFJMgr-5T2chCMwmBnq-leaWig39W8txVliorOV11y9RElRKYn8bGRiYEFm2l5tbE-ZucNfXwdzAid4cYOgFAwNUrhyImXsRaw/w640-h376/A78642E7-2552-4039-8A5E-6C96F5AACC82.jpeg" width="640" /></a><br />Season 28 ended on November 25, 2019. In a perfect world, there would have been a <i>Dancing</i> <i>with</i> <i>the</i> <i>Stars</i> tour, followed by a new spring season. But, as we all know, in March 2020, COVID-19 hit.</p><p>Luckily, our beloved #<i>DWTS</i> soldiered on with Season 29 starting September 14, 2020. But many things changed, many of which I still sob into my pillow about today. Namely (for reasons I STILL don’t understand), they got rid of Tom Bergeron and Erin Andrews (*sob*) and replaced our beloved hosts with Tyra Banks, for God’s sake. I still think that decision was very wrong, and awkwardly implemented (back when they also booted our dear Chris Harrison from <i>The</i> <i>Bachelor</i>/<i>Bachelorette</i> for no apparent reason, without so much as a How-de-do). Networks. #SMH As a longtime fan of both shows, believe me when I tell you that Tyra Banks does NOT equal Tom and Erin, and Jesse Palmer does NOT in any way equal Chris Harrison. BOTH of the former sets of hosts were doing FINE jobs. I could go on about this for days. I am seriously gutted by these lame decisions.</p><p>But let’s move on, shall we? What else has changed with COVID? There is no more Skybox or backstage area where Erin chatted with people. :-( There is (because of COVID) also no audience. :-0 Now, I don’t know if you remember, but in Season 28, the audience was RAUCOUS. And now, the dancers are dancing to silence. Very disconcerting for an audience member. It must be very disconcerting to the dancers too.</p><p>The beloved opening number on this first show consisted of Tyra getting out of a car, and the rest of the pros, dancing individually. (As you can see by Val Chmerkovskiy, above.)</p><p>I’m going to be getting on my “I HATE TYRA” soapbox as long as she’s up there, so get used to it. She’s just terrible. But the worst offense that she added to the show, mind you, this is a show ABOUT DANCE. All that matters are the dancers and the dances. Tom and Erin were there to facilitate that, and move it all along, with a joke here or there. Tyra does none of that, and she’s added some nonsense about gowns she’s wearing with each show. I hate this unnecessary focus on her, and what does #<i>DWTS</i> have to do with dresses? Nothing. UGH.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhC9ms04zc_RI09KvW9UAc-9pNgwetJcFA_uI57eUdCYqCLxJBzzPb87IfEz8EbZKZMZsyXnOroiVdeF4ThwEhNIyCZ1NgsmsbLfN7oRAD6ELELLy06xCp61qvkMsQ5iyNlK7S-hIurNwDmVZu1pPyJr2ekZDSutiM14rjAXhzKjUPUjd6VyQ/s3933/57EF8236-2884-4586-968F-1E805602D1C8.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2265" data-original-width="3933" height="368" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhC9ms04zc_RI09KvW9UAc-9pNgwetJcFA_uI57eUdCYqCLxJBzzPb87IfEz8EbZKZMZsyXnOroiVdeF4ThwEhNIyCZ1NgsmsbLfN7oRAD6ELELLy06xCp61qvkMsQ5iyNlK7S-hIurNwDmVZu1pPyJr2ekZDSutiM14rjAXhzKjUPUjd6VyQ/w640-h368/57EF8236-2884-4586-968F-1E805602D1C8.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Also, because COVID trapped him in England, our esteemed judge Len Goodman is not here. In his place, we have Derek Hough. OK. That’s not a bad change (although I do miss Len). It’s not easy to notice from this angle, but there is actually six feet between each judge.</p><p>Each “star” is introduced individually, without their partners. </p><p>Finally the show actually starts. </p><p>The first pair is introduced. Just seeing them together makes me smile (I love them both so much):</p><p><b>CHERYL BURKE AND AJ MCLEAN (Backstreet Boys), jive</b></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjJTJlt6vU1wXj0mGl61ku7_jbyrE8JadkGwiswprRqOzLPozBQmrbmW0Gv5sSvkOpSyk7hzZLjB9pi9u9Je1KMweWEqAzXNg40QLvBPbpOEEP6Naysz9Ue-Tv_0JJQGfDzADGODlKpdJmgOl-KwCzWXFMCf6RLJSrlYgCZ2yYdNhavp8Wm5Q" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="281" data-original-width="500" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjJTJlt6vU1wXj0mGl61ku7_jbyrE8JadkGwiswprRqOzLPozBQmrbmW0Gv5sSvkOpSyk7hzZLjB9pi9u9Je1KMweWEqAzXNg40QLvBPbpOEEP6Naysz9Ue-Tv_0JJQGfDzADGODlKpdJmgOl-KwCzWXFMCf6RLJSrlYgCZ2yYdNhavp8Wm5Q=w640-h360" width="640" /></a></div><br />AJ jumps over the four stairs, and falls down. Other than that, his kicks and flicks in this jive are completely on point and wonderful. They are #TeamPrettyMessedUp LOL<p></p><p>Loved that dance.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjPWoJrNA6tefJSyNXlJn9VPJQTzWdzMI14RKQHw-Vzs-1GjR3ju_BgHX3e4bSjOUGTwZcK17gSQgt6V8T2vtMvGl_TvfPbvAaAcwnIaYOkDbzL_QS0XqvFGFI30lgNx9Z2RMRQVRnIeOWynTkiEnwQtPB6tr1XCCF6f5nOArA9W0nhCGS04w" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="951" data-original-width="634" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjPWoJrNA6tefJSyNXlJn9VPJQTzWdzMI14RKQHw-Vzs-1GjR3ju_BgHX3e4bSjOUGTwZcK17gSQgt6V8T2vtMvGl_TvfPbvAaAcwnIaYOkDbzL_QS0XqvFGFI30lgNx9Z2RMRQVRnIeOWynTkiEnwQtPB6tr1XCCF6f5nOArA9W0nhCGS04w=s16000" /></a></div><br />Not that anyone cares, but Tyra has changed out of her voluminous dress.<p></p><p>Derek: “AJ, first of all, great start to the show. Shot right out of a cannon. For me, I want a little bit more pump action, a little bit more jive action, bounce. I really like that you feel comfortable out there. I like it. Great partnership.” (Agreed.) Bruno: “Powerful, strong. We expect that from you, you’re a performer. No questions. Now, you have to polish a little bit the kicks and the flicks. It looks the same. There is a difference between a kick and a flick. Listen to her. You have all the talent to go a long way.” Carrie Ann: “That is exactly the way we needed to start off this season. There’s no one in here, so you have to be all the energy. That being said, I think you could dance a little more out. I know that learning the transition to ballroom and Latin is hard, and you start to go smaller, cause you worry about the technique—it needs to be bigger than ever, especially this season.”</p><p>JUDGES: 18 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Gleb and Chrishell Stause (“Selling Sunset”), tango</b></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhlki6g6Jz5WluYLTQUUSKKHA08r3kvIT-BT0hs16uO50cITXiy9wQqEeDq6U1vjk9GkIlHeJmPWkVVluHfCvqxPaBx-_Mbd92G4V3LtVUeXA5AeiDm5ikPBd6N0Yl4YPB-VCKStWcseoGTNiXklGyqMrEHqayumZLzK9uGIU1uadaT2m2KCw" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="795" data-original-width="1203" height="422" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhlki6g6Jz5WluYLTQUUSKKHA08r3kvIT-BT0hs16uO50cITXiy9wQqEeDq6U1vjk9GkIlHeJmPWkVVluHfCvqxPaBx-_Mbd92G4V3LtVUeXA5AeiDm5ikPBd6N0Yl4YPB-VCKStWcseoGTNiXklGyqMrEHqayumZLzK9uGIU1uadaT2m2KCw=w640-h422" width="640" /></a></div><br />This one was a bit awkward for me. Nice costumes, and Gleb’s trying, but Chrishell doesn’t seem like a natural to this. #TeamSellingIt<p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjPnST7KosQB8XnlUOHZtbfW45MQk_rHzsIEYiY3C734ddRSta4tRxZibTmU-0fIAH4bSbPwpbcw5kYLd4W8s7XD-bUVe1LIpb1rXKDOtYZqVmxq_UVgU_GwixUpGiE2HN7PRI5EARCW_4bUQV42YM70kOSgV4aCCPNo1Cb0fH2ZQa9WIvdGQ" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1222" data-original-width="817" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjPnST7KosQB8XnlUOHZtbfW45MQk_rHzsIEYiY3C734ddRSta4tRxZibTmU-0fIAH4bSbPwpbcw5kYLd4W8s7XD-bUVe1LIpb1rXKDOtYZqVmxq_UVgU_GwixUpGiE2HN7PRI5EARCW_4bUQV42YM70kOSgV4aCCPNo1Cb0fH2ZQa9WIvdGQ=w427-h640" width="427" /></a></div><br />Bruno: “I know you can sell. And you manage to get the tango into escrow, but we’re a long way before we are closing, my darling. You gave us all the selling points, but you went wrong, you lost your footing, your posture went all wobbly. I wish you could do it again. Lots of mistakes.” (There were some boos. I have no idea where they were coming from.) Carrie Ann: “The little audience is yelling at us already. I feel like you have so much potential. I saw when you hit the line, you hit it beautifully, but you just got knocked off your feet early on. You just didn’t get your feet back under you. You have lots of potential, and I’m excited to see what you’re gonna bring next week.” Derek: “I wanna give you something that you’re gonna work on throughout this season. You are a little pigeon-toed. So everything you do is a little inward. That affects everything. Start from the bottom, keep those turned out. It’ll strengthen your core, your frame.”<p></p><p>JUDGES: 13 (out of 30)</p><p><b>PETA AND VERNON DAVIS, foxtrot</b></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgyGsmqxWN4hEmQ79Gr4hG303j3ykjGL2DyzgpP8S1eqCYw-aGtd2GV1l3jI5mLyc8urQotX5qizrI7pXSCJVTI6LNxzriQxAgSeG89NIwOemBnDn1LLOX-_fwyFFMgd_EZsr-OAqRnk2gYp2j167XY8jJBMn-cxpWInxuR3Fyu4ZViQfzcaw" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><img alt="" data-original-height="315" data-original-width="408" height="494" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgyGsmqxWN4hEmQ79Gr4hG303j3ykjGL2DyzgpP8S1eqCYw-aGtd2GV1l3jI5mLyc8urQotX5qizrI7pXSCJVTI6LNxzriQxAgSeG89NIwOemBnDn1LLOX-_fwyFFMgd_EZsr-OAqRnk2gYp2j167XY8jJBMn-cxpWInxuR3Fyu4ZViQfzcaw=w640-h494" width="640" /></a></div><br />That was a beautiful foxtrot, though the lights are kinda glaring. Peta’s choreography is stunning. #TeamDavisIsDancing<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjUddWlGKQneA1roWYlDuBQNcr9vzuFkk7lXD4GcTShl0zoYAGGbm9nhfz1L_r_9Z4muM8MZbHflpDJvcBLScx1WozDmO1QcYv6qDrEf61qdlEdQTWb2MnxJu37VPooQPYQId7BXLzvp0_cFEhKqYR9iwPtob0X2ym4Jhw_WwuTRGa2X48uhg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="612" data-original-width="408" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjUddWlGKQneA1roWYlDuBQNcr9vzuFkk7lXD4GcTShl0zoYAGGbm9nhfz1L_r_9Z4muM8MZbHflpDJvcBLScx1WozDmO1QcYv6qDrEf61qdlEdQTWb2MnxJu37VPooQPYQId7BXLzvp0_cFEhKqYR9iwPtob0X2ym4Jhw_WwuTRGa2X48uhg=w427-h640" width="427" /></a></div><br />Carrie Ann: “That was really impressive. You have quite a stage presence. You’re able to mix a tenderness and an elegance, yet with a masculine control. I felt like Peta was under your control. Now, you have a little to learn. We don’t allow lifts, so when you did that drag around, try to keep Peta’s foot on the ground. I am gonna dock a point.” (Tyra, who apparently doesn’t really watch the show, didn’t know about the “no lifts” thing.) Derek: “Vernon, you were so smooth. It was like gliding across the floor. I was so honestly surprised. It was beautiful. Your frame was good. Think of the whole picture.” Bruno: “You got it to the sizzling point. God knows what’s gonna happen with the rumba. I’ll need an ice bucket. The chemistry was sizzling. Very light, very stylish. You attempted to do rise and fall. Congratulations for that.”<p></p><p>JUDGES: 17 (out of 30)</p><p><i>Oh wow. I’m sorry all. I forgot Anne Heche was in this season. :-( </i></p><p><b>Keo and Anne Heche, cha cha</b></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEirsqzLy54nZDZe4HEH3BFt9YwhXXQPYVadLv0lHt-BN_oWe8AyLLMoRofwwUX0VJQQQUcKQxy-_8_9tMOILf8NuI-k7LnFpFaQpDWkcr9ebiEgvU5RCj3xx0ifUDUHhIjwfwhJ85naJD_yjmlWB9CsnbaK6Cp0maH4gV7owokmYkwLSAVVXg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="407" data-original-width="612" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEirsqzLy54nZDZe4HEH3BFt9YwhXXQPYVadLv0lHt-BN_oWe8AyLLMoRofwwUX0VJQQQUcKQxy-_8_9tMOILf8NuI-k7LnFpFaQpDWkcr9ebiEgvU5RCj3xx0ifUDUHhIjwfwhJ85naJD_yjmlWB9CsnbaK6Cp0maH4gV7owokmYkwLSAVVXg=w640-h426" width="640" /></a></div><br />To my eyes, that was a hot mess. #TeamAK<p></p><p>Derek: “Anne, you make me smile. As soon as you started, I was: ‘I like this.’ For future, think about finishing every single move before you move to the next. Otherwise, it can look a little jerky sometimes.” Bruno: “My love, you’re such a sparkling crackler, aren’t you? So full of zest. Put more hip action into it.” Carrie Ann: “I love your strength. It was so precise. What I was so impressed with was the tension between you two. What an excellent partnership. You were never thrown off. You are a star of this ballroom.”</p><p>JUDGES: 18 (out of 30)</p><p><b>BRANDON and JEANNIE MAI, (“Holy Moley” and “The Real”) salsa </b></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgoAwu0OPs543LsOy8gq84z3oiwGTgyBY1wk01eGi8c6Bm8HhHNmHDTDBNXBWzU-BjgVqa6ZjGFDLnGPIJvn-vOO0TSVjl5xxhuUl0cGWR2J-nsTsUOZwdYp-NcA_5M1jGqz_sInYt5YQ5IhI1HGVfuBDRoO2Cn9KSdO2BRv3IEdUUBG1Dc6A" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="306" data-original-width="500" height="392" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgoAwu0OPs543LsOy8gq84z3oiwGTgyBY1wk01eGi8c6Bm8HhHNmHDTDBNXBWzU-BjgVqa6ZjGFDLnGPIJvn-vOO0TSVjl5xxhuUl0cGWR2J-nsTsUOZwdYp-NcA_5M1jGqz_sInYt5YQ5IhI1HGVfuBDRoO2Cn9KSdO2BRv3IEdUUBG1Dc6A=w640-h392" width="640" /></a></div><br />Great music really goes a long way on the first night (“Tell It To My Heart”). A very serviceable salsa.<div><br /></div><div>#TeamDreamofJeannie</div><div><br /></div><div>Every team has had things dropping down on the floor. (They have green streamers.) Also, although there is no audience, there is massive applause happening. #SMH <br /><p></p><p>Bruno: “So energizing, so radiant. Look at you, a little ray of sunshine. You really got the spirit of the dance. You lost balance for a tiny fraction.” Carrie Ann: “You lit this room up. If this is where you’re starting, you’re on a fantastic path.” Derek: “Holy moley. Doing that lift, Week 1? Good start.”</p><p>JUDGES: 18 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Sharna and Jesse Metcalfe (“Desperate Housewives”), quickstep</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhg_S9iFPt4S7N0X1ms8SYnyaAT_WXG_LfkFn-ORQh43MTQmzy7zA0roekiQ-kpjKoeOxOsRLRTjMMnatmyO_cBQCsNRuHNehRwcdcYUks_iYxSOLKTLDb-m72b6_O6mbSHZvs29Xn9d_tuxJw8-4qQKvpFp1zRIDXp7sS6VQHJmTn-GiFIhQ/s1200/F00316DD-6EED-4F7A-9AB0-142268F3F6D3.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1200" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhg_S9iFPt4S7N0X1ms8SYnyaAT_WXG_LfkFn-ORQh43MTQmzy7zA0roekiQ-kpjKoeOxOsRLRTjMMnatmyO_cBQCsNRuHNehRwcdcYUks_iYxSOLKTLDb-m72b6_O6mbSHZvs29Xn9d_tuxJw8-4qQKvpFp1zRIDXp7sS6VQHJmTn-GiFIhQ/w640-h640/F00316DD-6EED-4F7A-9AB0-142268F3F6D3.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>“Part-Time Lover” is also a good song for this quickstep. Wonderful to see Sharna on the ballroom floor again, with her pink-tinged hair. Love her. They are a good partnership. Fun dance. They get a spray of confetti at the end.</p><p>#TeamAllIn</p><p>Carrie Ann: Carrie Ann welcomes Sharna back as well. Carrie Ann also tries to ignore Tyra not really knowing what’s going on, and plunges ahead. “Jesse, that was one of the most passionate quicksteps I’ve ever seen. I do think we need to tame the beast a little bit. You’re a little wild, but the intensity is right. We need a little bi more posture, and a little bit more form.” (I’m ignoring Tyra’s nonsense here.) Derek: “Jesse, that was great. You’re a leading man in the ballroom and the dance floor.” Bruno: “This dance, very tricky to do Week 1. You did well.” </p><p>JUDGES: 18 (out of 30) </p><p><b>Alan and “Disney Channel star” Skai Jackson, tango</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXTsYEHjVrjLNkqpqF6nStFT6au0t9MltogNaaST7UQ8loMg9IHwXx3zMW7nKFGByCzfCgtqi8e2Hn6jibZBedrBsOaCCytWlgp9U1khWMUpnB98mg8YlcwK1XePOs0J1guWy1bVGtQU4Zrld7E7BYj20kkwMIgb3qrOr_pOjy_pds1gCrAA/s630/291C4453-9184-4B1A-AC4F-1B6D84D63E2F.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="630" data-original-width="630" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXTsYEHjVrjLNkqpqF6nStFT6au0t9MltogNaaST7UQ8loMg9IHwXx3zMW7nKFGByCzfCgtqi8e2Hn6jibZBedrBsOaCCytWlgp9U1khWMUpnB98mg8YlcwK1XePOs0J1guWy1bVGtQU4Zrld7E7BYj20kkwMIgb3qrOr_pOjy_pds1gCrAA/w640-h640/291C4453-9184-4B1A-AC4F-1B6D84D63E2F.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Skai Jackson is no Zendaya. I don’t really like when they have 18-year-old competitors. But the costumes were great (and the sets). Hated the music. </p><p>#TeamReachForTheSkai</p><p>Derek: “First of all, that split? Let’s go. Flexibility! Your posture is beautiful. I’d have liked to have seen more bend in the legs.” Bruno: “Skai, for you, the sky is the limit. For a young girl like you, giving such a mature performance, on Week 1. The shapes were fantastic.” Carrie Ann: “What you did so well is you coped with the height difference. If you can adapt your hold right now, you’re on such a great side. That was a beautiful and exciting performance.”</p><p>JUDGES: 21 (out of 30) *overscored*</p><p>Then, we get to see a preview (reminder) of the (trainwreck) Clare season of “The Bachelorette.” #UGH</p><p>Followed by a commercial for “Jeopardy” that still had Alex Trebek in it. *sobs*</p><p><b>Artem and (“Bachelorette”) Kaitlyn Bristowe, cha cha</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIRMoWSY1DWj5dhs3PG7GyjvXK1KalT6qOCnru2dTgsxnzjajHBfAmpLbcBSgIxrBUqTY23WJsmholX4qFs5rGnXmm9gsMeSD-9Bywl2vb2p3E9cx9m1zoM7GlKefuvEP_bsdYGF4uEK4voEGTCwfF_YwvBzmmdR5ree6_2-CkAc0D2uIGSA/s3000/EB9CFE75-4E4D-4DE3-BA76-83FD763DDB46.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="2000" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIRMoWSY1DWj5dhs3PG7GyjvXK1KalT6qOCnru2dTgsxnzjajHBfAmpLbcBSgIxrBUqTY23WJsmholX4qFs5rGnXmm9gsMeSD-9Bywl2vb2p3E9cx9m1zoM7GlKefuvEP_bsdYGF4uEK4voEGTCwfF_YwvBzmmdR5ree6_2-CkAc0D2uIGSA/w426-h640/EB9CFE75-4E4D-4DE3-BA76-83FD763DDB46.jpeg" width="426" /></a></div><p>Unlike Hannah Brown, whom I loathe, Kaitlyn Bristowe can do no wrong. Love her.</p><p>#TeamWillYouAcceptThisDance</p><p>Kaitlyn says she’s “in it to win it.” When all else fails, add a lot of fringe to the costume in Week 1. Seriously, it was a fun dance. Both Artem and Kaitlyn look so glad to be there.</p><p>Bruno: “Artem! Nice to see you back where you belong. What a cha cha cha. You’ve really got her going on the toe on Week 1? C’mon! It was so good.” Carrie Ann: “A great first dance. The energy’s so great, the arms are wonderful.” Derek: “Great first dance. Beautiful cha cha. You have a lot of potential. The arms are beautiful, but just placed, not hit. The dancing, in general, was a little safe. Looking forward, more bite, more attack.”</p><p>JUDGES: 20 ( out of 30)</p><p><b>Jenna and Nev (“Catfish”) Shulman, foxtrot</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjd4xZhAVjiUfLx8E-I08f0zCRgRZOEcJj3AagYfH0c4cHqCw_yHTqNEu8y1NRNXstR-srvQbkvQJUNKSzbmLVLuJrZNrikZ1WzAmdiMrRGOZ3TTLAzmNfCMdYj6jzVLbx6NLTFpc157p0_rl34byZLmVp-h-cVYB99ca7QWpiQv2VzRFAWow/s275/CE2CE8DE-006B-4179-B70A-DCDC287EEDB4.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="183" data-original-width="275" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjd4xZhAVjiUfLx8E-I08f0zCRgRZOEcJj3AagYfH0c4cHqCw_yHTqNEu8y1NRNXstR-srvQbkvQJUNKSzbmLVLuJrZNrikZ1WzAmdiMrRGOZ3TTLAzmNfCMdYj6jzVLbx6NLTFpc157p0_rl34byZLmVp-h-cVYB99ca7QWpiQv2VzRFAWow/w640-h426/CE2CE8DE-006B-4179-B70A-DCDC287EEDB4.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Jenna just looks stunning. The song is fantastic. (“The Way You Look Tonight”) </p><p>#TeamBeNeevers</p><p>Carrie Ann: “The world needs a little bit more of Nev. You guys, that was incredible. So uplifting, so refined, you took us back into that era. It just transported us.” Derek: “My man, you are a great dancer. It was so pleasant to watch. It was wonderful.” Bruno: “I loved the way you went down the classic Hollywood style. You acted it beautiful.”</p><p>JUDGES: 20 (out of 30)</p><p>For inexplicable reasons, Len pops in from across the pond to say everyone’s doing great (even though it’s a live show and he can’t possibly see it…)</p><p><b>Britt and Johnny Weir, cha cha</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiNtyqL274tKXJ7_sAFHLN7re8nNw0Tia8ateL5C8pojEWNWEPZei8eFanRIvRuaYJFS5Q7CoGkBCVm58Y1FPChdO8Gxup7ZBM9dsG9iXFKIL_rhymnpiTm6AsSHvWmulRWWJFTMZxGNS5ySs0T1Yi1MF4WqpwrqbgQD0Vqz4Jfka2NUDWdXg/s3000/1640FDC2-F878-453E-B14B-156F0A7E157E.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2000" data-original-width="3000" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiNtyqL274tKXJ7_sAFHLN7re8nNw0Tia8ateL5C8pojEWNWEPZei8eFanRIvRuaYJFS5Q7CoGkBCVm58Y1FPChdO8Gxup7ZBM9dsG9iXFKIL_rhymnpiTm6AsSHvWmulRWWJFTMZxGNS5ySs0T1Yi1MF4WqpwrqbgQD0Vqz4Jfka2NUDWdXg/w640-h426/1640FDC2-F878-453E-B14B-156F0A7E157E.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p>This is the wondrous Britt’s first season as a pro! (Long overdue…) Wonderful seeing these two together. I loved it. </p><p>#TeamBrijo</p><p>Derek graciously welcomes Britt “as a new pro. Johnny, great job. Great first dance. Stay consistently Johnny. Sometimes I could see you thinking when it gets to the technical stuff. Stay confident.” Bruno: “Johnny, great opening. You have a wonderful lyrical quality. You feel the music through the body. In the cha cha cha, you need to be a bit sharper. You have to get the hips right.” Carrie Ann: “You shoulda been on this show years ago. This is the perfect place for Johnny Weir. Johnny Weir, Dancing With the Stars is heaven. Stay connected. You guys are partners. Stay connected the whole way through.”</p><p>JUDGES: 18 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Sasha and Justina Machado, cha cha</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhzF4tyDw9pgXH0a9BHf5elH8jsPe7pJLB7iNalGIXxaOw8FW5RIgQ2XisYJqkWhhritRo0vyP-1Ib5BB8WanjCn7kYDeovP2KMppEPpwYeVz4WSEVe7hX1g1V7LzK8q0MtozNv_gdqP2NV34Nnd5B-P8Z32F5yXVR2p4y9-c4v705W6RALg/s960/119145053_10163996035770005_3643781646964496638_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="960" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhzF4tyDw9pgXH0a9BHf5elH8jsPe7pJLB7iNalGIXxaOw8FW5RIgQ2XisYJqkWhhritRo0vyP-1Ib5BB8WanjCn7kYDeovP2KMppEPpwYeVz4WSEVe7hX1g1V7LzK8q0MtozNv_gdqP2NV34Nnd5B-P8Z32F5yXVR2p4y9-c4v705W6RALg/w640-h480/119145053_10163996035770005_3643781646964496638_n.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><p>I mean! Starting out a cha cha to Aretha Franklin’s “Respect,” c’mon! The only thing as good as the music choice is that Justina is paired with Sasha!!!!! This is going to be a great season.She is definitely shaking her groove thing here. Wow! Loved this so very much. Great costumes too.</p><p>#TeamLOCOmotion</p><p>Bruno: “Respect? You got it, baby. Fully charged and ready to dazzle. The confidence, the musicality, the rhythm. Tu es una chica marvallosa.” Carrie Ann: “Muy caliente! You are on fire. Thank you for dancing like that. You just got me out of our seats, and I’m sure you got everybody at home dancing with you.” Derek: “Justina, you are oozing charisma. You filled this room with so much energy, so much power. Great dance.”</p><p>JUDGES: 21 ( out of 30)</p><p><b>Emma and Charles Oakley, salsa</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdtKJeuGizbY6Ft84NqRNayQ4nQlswHUuO3D3IhnMS21XbzJ7RBn4_utVP9EKKdyWoJVzGFWnl90GhprRWwzwR0eH2t57fBGgUVRSg_iTGMeln0Htaa8BcMXFx-bhTFxtYIeMJ-fuYxIVhNC7H3x4M4cdaN9y_w02atjdsOnnZTbtAupDQLA/s945/0191F945-FC58-47BB-B60A-41A7A5444B30.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="945" data-original-width="630" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdtKJeuGizbY6Ft84NqRNayQ4nQlswHUuO3D3IhnMS21XbzJ7RBn4_utVP9EKKdyWoJVzGFWnl90GhprRWwzwR0eH2t57fBGgUVRSg_iTGMeln0Htaa8BcMXFx-bhTFxtYIeMJ-fuYxIVhNC7H3x4M4cdaN9y_w02atjdsOnnZTbtAupDQLA/w426-h640/0191F945-FC58-47BB-B60A-41A7A5444B30.jpeg" width="426" /></a></div><p>A bit of a height difference between these two. Great costumes and sets though. Danced to that “Shorty, It’s Your Birthday” song.</p><p>#TeamOakieDokie</p><p>Carrie Ann: “The good news is this isn’t your last dance. But the bad news is that I need you to listen to the music a little bit more. You were ahead of the music the whole time. Fill the space.” Derek: “Massive respect for you, my man. I felt joy, the enjoyment of what I saw and that goes a long way. You need to work on the technique.” Bruno: “You got into the spirit of it, your own way. Laid-back, cool, just a teaser. Put a lot more extra chili in it.”</p><p>JUDGES: 12 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Val and Monica (“Cheer”) Aldama, foxtrot</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZdstUo336fQSZjRPJzi_px_hBsuVrHx6298kzOdmS82LfElvYvsHByGfnQlgsR15y2xoyfPr_ljku9cKQCoQ1tANZPzx74dJ_dUKtsNFnKK5qFLe4snqM7YN-72L6L_Fn_khZUfpKwJDLeha0EtBAHr3eSb9FXSJklDCLEigxeYaNB6o0ng/s1200/98342CE1-A6CB-4940-909F-2E9F8E58751D.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="904" data-original-width="1200" height="482" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZdstUo336fQSZjRPJzi_px_hBsuVrHx6298kzOdmS82LfElvYvsHByGfnQlgsR15y2xoyfPr_ljku9cKQCoQ1tANZPzx74dJ_dUKtsNFnKK5qFLe4snqM7YN-72L6L_Fn_khZUfpKwJDLeha0EtBAHr3eSb9FXSJklDCLEigxeYaNB6o0ng/w640-h482/98342CE1-A6CB-4940-909F-2E9F8E58751D.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Val Chmerkovskiy can make anything look magical. This dance was beautiful. The costumes are gorgeous, the sets are stunning.</p><p>#TeamValdama</p><p>Derek: “Monica, beautiful, graceful. So pleasant to watch. A breath of fresh air. Beautiful frame.” Bruno: “Wonderfully elegant, stylish. It looked exactly as a foxtrot should. Foxtrot, very difficult. First time, well-done.” Carrie Ann: “It’s a tough dance, but…it’s a hard transition to go from the mat to the wood. But you went for it. I could tell it felt good for you.”</p><p>JUDGES: 19 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Daniella and Nelly, salsa</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjVdRfupA5-li0NuGvk8oY556Is5p0_PrY6yEN4Eg10Hh4Gw2vYAKZS38J7P_ubSbndmgP2NiN9BnBjNylP16ATV6_QFeIB0Y2W2SyE_K421FY_FacfoFhnjUwg-eiFnwrSjysKTa6MwXR0A6Eql0R0U4CKGrnPHnC-HMK375ih9G9JdY8Lw/s1024/23AAF4DF-0866-4AEC-8527-5C7FF96D45CD.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1024" data-original-width="683" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjVdRfupA5-li0NuGvk8oY556Is5p0_PrY6yEN4Eg10Hh4Gw2vYAKZS38J7P_ubSbndmgP2NiN9BnBjNylP16ATV6_QFeIB0Y2W2SyE_K421FY_FacfoFhnjUwg-eiFnwrSjysKTa6MwXR0A6Eql0R0U4CKGrnPHnC-HMK375ih9G9JdY8Lw/w426-h640/23AAF4DF-0866-4AEC-8527-5C7FF96D45CD.jpeg" width="426" /></a></div><p>Nelly and Daniella, who loves his music. Boy, this is gonna be fun. They start out their first number on a motorcycle. And dance salsa to one of Nelly’s songs.</p><p>#TeamDaNelly</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBk46o8fL3DQYAS6d4GmhDcjzc8-pbbp_DBQg6vFgAOsqXwyo5GRiGCnhNog2g9zfn4cB1dFCUzuy02DT4f5zHq3unisp6SoI8Mp-9l7tHf6EiezqpgX_frdzi9LvbOvSY7plVnFj6tT4lC6lP6RQQSOjG911hFYvtKpYqUG6OJZuHRxo_9g/s800/D8E8EEB3-2A23-47D8-ADCF-21597CA230C6.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="420" data-original-width="800" height="336" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBk46o8fL3DQYAS6d4GmhDcjzc8-pbbp_DBQg6vFgAOsqXwyo5GRiGCnhNog2g9zfn4cB1dFCUzuy02DT4f5zHq3unisp6SoI8Mp-9l7tHf6EiezqpgX_frdzi9LvbOvSY7plVnFj6tT4lC6lP6RQQSOjG911hFYvtKpYqUG6OJZuHRxo_9g/w640-h336/D8E8EEB3-2A23-47D8-ADCF-21597CA230C6.png" width="640" /></a></div><p>Daniella, wife of Pasha, is a new pro (sorta) this season. She was here last season, but without a partner.</p><p>Bruno: “Daniella! You’ve got your first partner, and thank you for taking it in such a wonderful ride. The connection between you two, the interplay was so much fun. Nicely rhythymical, very grounded.” Carrie Ann: “Where did the backflip come from? I did not expect that or see that coming. Way to get us all going.Your groove is right. No one else has that here tonight. But you gotta open up. This kinda dancing is all about opening up and exposing your heart.” Derek: “Nelly, sneakers? It’s appropriate for this dance, but ballroom shoes are there to help you articulate your feet.”</p><p>JUDGES: 16 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Pasha and Carole (“Tiger King”) Baskin, paso doble</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOGWSJCbbYdaQIxuaGAauzR2BCKQxPLSauYaxgopJEnV_z2J_34bZC7fH1-hxJciwBNabzWfVn9ufKskTPdQ5BbK5aKIWKdJBGU5dcn15vGxaeDkRXe1GMWl2Ft4hFmu6c_hjemegxa1f-0DpYQ65Ofnl3OZVO32ZZiOSbOt2eO6Y1E8alcA/s992/A28752AF-983C-4BB9-8D61-98FDAED081B2.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="992" data-original-width="661" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOGWSJCbbYdaQIxuaGAauzR2BCKQxPLSauYaxgopJEnV_z2J_34bZC7fH1-hxJciwBNabzWfVn9ufKskTPdQ5BbK5aKIWKdJBGU5dcn15vGxaeDkRXe1GMWl2Ft4hFmu6c_hjemegxa1f-0DpYQ65Ofnl3OZVO32ZZiOSbOt2eO6Y1E8alcA/w426-h640/A28752AF-983C-4BB9-8D61-98FDAED081B2.jpeg" width="426" /></a></div><p>Dancing a paso doble to “Eye of the Tiger,” (Of course) these two are quite a spectacle. Pasha gets bonus points for balls today. There aren’t even words to describe this, but put it in the category of worst <i>Dancing</i> <i>with</i> <i>the</i> <i>Stars</i> dancers ever.</p><p>#TeamAreYouKittenMe</p><p>Carrie Ann: “Here I am, standing in front of the ultimate crazy cat lady. I love you, and I love the connection you guys have when you dance. Carole Baskin just danced the paso doble to “Eye of the Tiger,” everyone! Carole, what I love most is that you did not hold back. You went full out. This is very new for you. That was fantastic. I really enjoyed it.” Derek: “Carole Baskin. You danced that paso! You smashed it. Let’s go. I see you. I commend you for being out here, dancing. You’re here, you’re doing it.” Bruno: “I call it as I see it. For me, you didn’t quite kill the paso doble. It was kind of sedated. It had the resemblance of it, but I want to hear you roar. It didn’t pop the way it should. But I’m sure you’re back next week.”</p><p>JUDGES: 11 (out of 30)</p><p>No one goes home this week.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbPcXjnjF-oF07DbrCqpw-KSJzuhK_6Pa5Rw6Rh3tP9vg50DRwrbKmcr800WwGGMMH5dtl3Ufn4Pj4GWe16O8QydHfkLX2n8eNMFPwZbjSoiOtkp5FOncRIoBNFls4H_mV58uFbCklCxx8BfTyzbMVzjZvs7m4yolsKKsNru3795tXvZPUGQ/s700/B7F73BD4-7B10-4E42-BDAD-273E6F032642.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="700" data-original-width="700" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbPcXjnjF-oF07DbrCqpw-KSJzuhK_6Pa5Rw6Rh3tP9vg50DRwrbKmcr800WwGGMMH5dtl3Ufn4Pj4GWe16O8QydHfkLX2n8eNMFPwZbjSoiOtkp5FOncRIoBNFls4H_mV58uFbCklCxx8BfTyzbMVzjZvs7m4yolsKKsNru3795tXvZPUGQ/w640-h640/B7F73BD4-7B10-4E42-BDAD-273E6F032642.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p><br /></p><p><b>MICHE’s Favorites of Week 1</b></p><p>1. Sasha and Justina, cha cha</p><p>2. Val and Monica, foxtrot</p><p>3. Cheryl and AJ, jive</p><p>4. Sharna and Jesse, quickstep</p><p>5. Artem and Kaitlyn, cha cha</p><p>6. Daniella and Nelly, salsa</p><p>7. Jenna and Nev, foxtrot</p><p>8. Britt and Johnny, cha cha</p><p>9. Brandon and Jeannie, salsa</p><p>10. Peta and Vernon, foxtrot</p><p>11.<span> Emma and Charles, salsa</span></p><p><span>12. Alan and Skai, tango</span></p><p><br /></p><p><span><b> NEEDS TO GO HOME</b></span><br /></p><p><span>1. Carole Baskin</span></p><p>2. Anne Heche</p><p>3. Chrishell</p><p>4. Charles Oakley</p><p>************************************************</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p></div>MicheBelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12153402057422544392noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3779897.post-47698471386042203232022-09-18T21:13:00.001-07:002022-09-18T21:13:02.715-07:00Season 28, Week 11, the Finale Full of Freestyles and another Bachelorette win<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><img alt="ALLY BROOKE, SASHA FARBER, ALAN BERSTEN, HANNAH BROWN, WITNEY CARSON, KEL MITCHELL, LAUREN ALAINA, GLEB SAVCHENKO" src="https://imagesvc.meredithcorp.io/v3/mm/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fstatic.onecms.io%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F6%2F2019%2F11%2Fdwts-2-2000.jpg&q=60" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; box-sizing: border-box; caret-color: rgb(17, 17, 17); color: #111111; display: block; font-family: "Caslon Doric", serif; height: auto; margin: 0px auto; max-width: 100%; width: auto;" title="ALLY BROOKE, SASHA FARBER, ALAN BERSTEN, HANNAH BROWN, WITNEY CARSON, KEL MITCHELL, LAUREN ALAINA, GLEB SAVCHENKO" width="" /></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Kelsey McNeal/Getty Images<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><p></p><p>Ladies and gentlemen, we have our final four for the Finale. The couple I’m really rooting for at this point is Ally and Sasha, though the fact that they keep ending up in the Bottom Two despite consistent perfect scores really boggles my mind. (What is up with that, America? They are fantastic.) To my eyes, they are far and above all the other couples.</p><p>We have an opening dance to Donna Summer’s “Last Dance,” then Ally and Sasha kick off the night.</p><p><b>Sasha and Ally, jive</b></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhHj6U_44vprA-nbgiqLf5KToR2Gp-6jYMrukIux4iMVVabZkmmD7NNV0jE2tGnCH0iPRjcFLAeIdztD3jwRDgylYXsZ9n3T3G1-UPmZhJN9fj_5K7yQD9zs5VewfygRxiwCAb_m6A3IPKjvQWRlZDBsrG4ODQn-Elu6-S0d3t34Z1rNndqAg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="360" data-original-width="480" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhHj6U_44vprA-nbgiqLf5KToR2Gp-6jYMrukIux4iMVVabZkmmD7NNV0jE2tGnCH0iPRjcFLAeIdztD3jwRDgylYXsZ9n3T3G1-UPmZhJN9fj_5K7yQD9zs5VewfygRxiwCAb_m6A3IPKjvQWRlZDBsrG4ODQn-Elu6-S0d3t34Z1rNndqAg=w640-h480" width="640" /></a></div><br />So, forgive me, but LAST WEEK they did “Redemption Dances” where they revisited a dance they had done earlier and tried to do it better. What, pray tell, is the bloody difference with in this episode starting with another dance from earlier in the season? #Lame. <p></p><p>And, as I remarked in Week 4, when they did “Proud Mary” previously, it just doesn’t/didn’t match up to the Mark Ballas version (the gold standard). Great song, but jeez.</p><p>JUDGES: 30 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Gleb and Lauren, foxtrot</b></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgsrEPMXARuS1CB2fN0Pg7ozwvi1w7_SmQXAwoPoWbbh6o5P9rEhTV2zsfN8W9cv3v0R5clmjixIBQPeNZSXUqFHP3oLFilVJCgtw9i1SpxXKs9OX-5qiS4gpur-OzVeb1mEKVtvdkS2h8PEhiqZryY9lG_fzxYtJAXl9ti7QF1muXSIskbrg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1997" data-original-width="3000" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgsrEPMXARuS1CB2fN0Pg7ozwvi1w7_SmQXAwoPoWbbh6o5P9rEhTV2zsfN8W9cv3v0R5clmjixIBQPeNZSXUqFHP3oLFilVJCgtw9i1SpxXKs9OX-5qiS4gpur-OzVeb1mEKVtvdkS2h8PEhiqZryY9lG_fzxYtJAXl9ti7QF1muXSIskbrg=w640-h426" width="640" /></a></div><br />Lauren and Gleb revisit “Jolene,” another great song, but jeez.<p></p><p>Also, this song is directed at a woman who’s her rival, but only she and Gleb are dancing. Is this supposed to be her inner dialogue? I hate dances that don’t make sense.</p><p>JUDGES: 27 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Witney and Kel, jazz</b></p><p>Witney and Kel revisit their High School Musical thing, which I hated the first time.</p><p>JUDGES: 30 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Alan and Hannah, Viennese waltz</b></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEi9ZC2gioe5KuzP13MW_aqWoHuHgALso9uuo6rwzLbIaiPpo6v5hjCj4mxdQfuFu-PVwOJBVsXcHP5YihhWvPqtOTStZnd_uIdvKRh90Wy9CBFOa8LHt6Ec30prwNPxEspBO1H5Wyywvs4J5kn3myLVZzEqxewFrgnuC_J-ToxXbkmdpihAqw" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="2400" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEi9ZC2gioe5KuzP13MW_aqWoHuHgALso9uuo6rwzLbIaiPpo6v5hjCj4mxdQfuFu-PVwOJBVsXcHP5YihhWvPqtOTStZnd_uIdvKRh90Wy9CBFOa8LHt6Ec30prwNPxEspBO1H5Wyywvs4J5kn3myLVZzEqxewFrgnuC_J-ToxXbkmdpihAqw=w512-h640" width="512" /></a></div><br />Alan and Hannah redo the Taylor Swift song in a Viennese waltz.<p></p><p>JUDGES: 28 (out of 30)</p><p>OK, recaps over. Now we have an all-cast (from Season 28) dance with Pitbull (a #DWTS favorite), then on to the Freestyles! What we’ve been waiting for!</p><p><b>Sasha and Ally, Freestyle: Miami Sound Machine, “Conga”</b></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjtRjNkUMAQaLiD8avwz69Yt-0Zr-WPXYVI0WjkgWUUgjW623ovmdo1NmWLMwrckTRJz4yvGX2VET6NWgfY4JNblVzbCnznccisuZZNoFMvtXSWGPPN8ZrYtm5P2W3fzFvWMrWkeluS1u5J-jdSyFQpegd9QV-yKgJ05h1gGqRHAF8l7yeG-A" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="507" data-original-width="634" height="512" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjtRjNkUMAQaLiD8avwz69Yt-0Zr-WPXYVI0WjkgWUUgjW623ovmdo1NmWLMwrckTRJz4yvGX2VET6NWgfY4JNblVzbCnznccisuZZNoFMvtXSWGPPN8ZrYtm5P2W3fzFvWMrWkeluS1u5J-jdSyFQpegd9QV-yKgJ05h1gGqRHAF8l7yeG-A=w640-h512" width="640" /></a></div><br />This was such a perfect song for her to do. She enters out of a giant egg, and first dances with the women of the troupe. <p></p><p>There was one lift that looked like it went wrong. It was quickly followed up by a signature Sasha Farber move, where he is holding her and beating on her butt like it’s a conga drum. It was truly awesome.</p><p>This was a great Freestyle. (Not influenced at all by Sasha removing his shirt at the end, and throwing it into the crowd.) Heh ;-)</p><p>JUDGES: 30 (out of 30) Once again making it a perfect score of 60 for the night. Why aren’t they winning this? DAMMIT. ;-/</p><p><b>Gleb and Lauren, Freestyle: Luke Bryan’s “Country Girl (Shake It for Me)”</b></p><p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgkhyAP1epHPsodgMIAWTpKdr3v6HFk6QDZzjlrBH7leE0SuGmK6QhN7f28c9vZ1IAJ6zHXjrM0TixGRXWuu946J_QM0jaFW1g6i2sV-fIYH6KxJbcJ39QEpYtEhUA3u-Cr05Utrhxdtqi77eLB0E8cljlbv7AQ5ZKlIOxLzP43KuYZnh_EgA" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="" data-original-height="360" data-original-width="480" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgkhyAP1epHPsodgMIAWTpKdr3v6HFk6QDZzjlrBH7leE0SuGmK6QhN7f28c9vZ1IAJ6zHXjrM0TixGRXWuu946J_QM0jaFW1g6i2sV-fIYH6KxJbcJ39QEpYtEhUA3u-Cr05Utrhxdtqi77eLB0E8cljlbv7AQ5ZKlIOxLzP43KuYZnh_EgA=w640-h480" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">(L-R): Jenna, Lauren, Emma; Val, Gleb, Brandon. Courtesy of ABC.</td></tr></tbody></table><br />Oh, man! Do I love this song! And since it’s ABC, it’s actually Luke Bryan singing it (although I do love their singers who do covers, but it sure is nice to hear the Luke Bryan version tonight). </p><p>And Lauren was indeed in her element with this one. It was also great to see the other dancers (like Val and Jenna) do a country line dance thing. Fun times!</p><p>JUDGES: 30 (out of 30)</p><p>The pro dancers announce their upcoming tour, and dance to Whitney Houston’s “How Will I Know?”</p><p>(How will they know that COVID will derail the tour?) I didn’t say that…</p><p><b>Alan and Hannah, Freestyle: Alicia Keyes, “Girl on Fire”/Gwen Stefani, “Hollaback Girl”</b></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEh2L_K9fpHrwZ9fSL50naLe12wuiRx5sXvFMFkzfd2D8LM_e1x7q1eQ4blg4ztWtJpmRFRzup5MqIfwymsaVM4U46qC8ySSNAGWAturM0c1LU1rSgqsJ6Xpb1FAJmHkqWlOFyvcq-68M-o3mG3URUPkJ-o5__WEKMK4dy659pq30Rh8HtJSAg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1920" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEh2L_K9fpHrwZ9fSL50naLe12wuiRx5sXvFMFkzfd2D8LM_e1x7q1eQ4blg4ztWtJpmRFRzup5MqIfwymsaVM4U46qC8ySSNAGWAturM0c1LU1rSgqsJ6Xpb1FAJmHkqWlOFyvcq-68M-o3mG3URUPkJ-o5__WEKMK4dy659pq30Rh8HtJSAg=w640-h360" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /></div>This looked similar to some of the other Freestyles, but it did suit Hannah and Alan.<p></p><p>JUDGES: 30 (out of 30)<br /><br /></p><p><b>Witney and Kel, Freestyle: Kriss Kris’s’ “Jump”</b></p><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgFOcoTQRBG1e4BJfTgN-LBhxKi9RJiN0elqlrXiYUUBVe10fK0EdIiAqogAYOJTD8lpoPAGC0Qmza-h74E9mpqUK8ZB4_Ol_dA-lgN4S90ok52nhcf6Ff_Cbv7y9PNcR3xqNIICYuB5RS3Ye82-va6OQwSp1EfPm6qkIolb5k9mcXjW_C1ug" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img alt="" data-original-height="168" data-original-width="300" height="358" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgFOcoTQRBG1e4BJfTgN-LBhxKi9RJiN0elqlrXiYUUBVe10fK0EdIiAqogAYOJTD8lpoPAGC0Qmza-h74E9mpqUK8ZB4_Ol_dA-lgN4S90ok52nhcf6Ff_Cbv7y9PNcR3xqNIICYuB5RS3Ye82-va6OQwSp1EfPm6qkIolb5k9mcXjW_C1ug=w640-h358" width="640" /></a></p><p>Len compares it to “the first number you did,” and since I didn’t like either one, I have to agree.</p><p>JUDGES: 29 (out of 30) Rare for anyone to get less than 30 on a Freestyle, I must say.</p><p><br /></p><p><b>MICHE’s Favorite Freestyles</b></p><p>1. Sasha and Ally</p><p>2. Gleb and Lauren</p><p>3. Alan and Hannah</p><p>(And this order is how I would rate them in the finals.)</p><p>Cher is here to sing “The Beat Goes On,” with backing track by Sonny Bono.</p><p>Sadly, it’s Gleb and Lauren who get booted out as 4th. :-(</p><p>Third place: (completely unjustly) Sasha and Ally</p><p>Second place: (also unjustly) Witney and Kel</p><p>And the Season 28 winner is Alan Bersten and Hannah Brown.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWlz7S7CsJB6dI1GlgR-hRAgnh_qCSvvExm69kJliZHLBT2DdEQl6c_YTi43W7qsxmIvNZ6gQcouIT7BW4Vn056Mm5KVlEbWUYVF1TmhsbBVLr8yczbNKnFLsX7hH4t0oe_j__n-APqwKgQaXVUyGm3E1wAdyAMJzM47aiUS_Q9k8368Xf4Q/s1240/hannah-brown-dancing-with-the-stars-promo.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="775" data-original-width="1240" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWlz7S7CsJB6dI1GlgR-hRAgnh_qCSvvExm69kJliZHLBT2DdEQl6c_YTi43W7qsxmIvNZ6gQcouIT7BW4Vn056Mm5KVlEbWUYVF1TmhsbBVLr8yczbNKnFLsX7hH4t0oe_j__n-APqwKgQaXVUyGm3E1wAdyAMJzM47aiUS_Q9k8368Xf4Q/w640-h400/hannah-brown-dancing-with-the-stars-promo.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Ugh. So glad this season is over.</p><p>But congrats to Alan. He has put in a lot of work over many seasons, so it was nice to see him win his first Mirror Ball. And may Hannah Brown never cross my vision ever ever again.</p><p>*****************************************************</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p>MicheBelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12153402057422544392noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3779897.post-62998671790133394282022-09-18T00:31:00.002-07:002022-09-18T00:34:15.905-07:00Season 28, Week 10, Semifinals Bring Redemption and Lots of Tears<p> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjt_b6GoaTM4wiYzdki8JVQpTmzecbtrBirJ14X_hPcjjTWn3a-cQDP2YErFKEUf1HuXMzn6JV1Eg2rv6RHfjIOeReXx7J9wNbdzfqeOmqwAxHvFX9KJgRiUYj81o5UoqgKg4vy293HxeUasV3pXOKTNbn_QjPbPstK5QTHbbbcCX7tcGEC7Q" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1333" data-original-width="2000" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjt_b6GoaTM4wiYzdki8JVQpTmzecbtrBirJ14X_hPcjjTWn3a-cQDP2YErFKEUf1HuXMzn6JV1Eg2rv6RHfjIOeReXx7J9wNbdzfqeOmqwAxHvFX9KJgRiUYj81o5UoqgKg4vy293HxeUasV3pXOKTNbn_QjPbPstK5QTHbbbcCX7tcGEC7Q=w640-h426" width="640" /></a></p><p></p><p>They call it “Redemptiom,” which is annoying and wrong, but basically it’s people redoing a dance they did earlier in the season, with some help from one of the judges. Lauren and Gleb are up first, with some help from Len. They are redoing their paso doble to “What Doesn’t Kill You Makes You Stronger.”</p><p><b>Lauren and Gleb, paso doble</b></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTXS0Bc21si9Wt_wIN1-QVR5irEAdJ00Qc_r8YaubeP2vvFb2qygi9YNz8sCNZ6CQ6JB6IuRzoIKwIRT1grud8SWgzfk4QxIsWqvwDgB0cvPdI58C6zK0akdOuEscbKnzbxvA8-c5El45EOh6lGlZfWvFWu16t35-mXrfgL7k0vsqi5rABVw/s3005/583C5946-6360-471F-A1A8-A30D2B323FE8.jpeg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1879" data-original-width="3005" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTXS0Bc21si9Wt_wIN1-QVR5irEAdJ00Qc_r8YaubeP2vvFb2qygi9YNz8sCNZ6CQ6JB6IuRzoIKwIRT1grud8SWgzfk4QxIsWqvwDgB0cvPdI58C6zK0akdOuEscbKnzbxvA8-c5El45EOh6lGlZfWvFWu16t35-mXrfgL7k0vsqi5rABVw/w640-h400/583C5946-6360-471F-A1A8-A30D2B323FE8.jpeg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"></td></tr></tbody></table>Keo, Lauren, Brandon<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div></div><div>I loved that paso. Such great shaping and nice choreography.</div><div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiX0dbJaoSza3BtIBIj0oyP4yY6JYLqpJbgooLTIaPsdXBToQfqxLoLgppGTd8n9lMn_EPDyrifp5djEIIhi9FXqaGWi8D9X2Qh1wlaMgK8irINxuWrkt64quCjuyDGAokkjuCsHG2f-W0_ZbOXg1JUC1G-6As30DA0nzwHG_abvzwaSd0jlA/s2621/3B9E5E10-BCDB-40AD-BCB0-0EF056CFE2A6.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1693" data-original-width="2621" height="414" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiX0dbJaoSza3BtIBIj0oyP4yY6JYLqpJbgooLTIaPsdXBToQfqxLoLgppGTd8n9lMn_EPDyrifp5djEIIhi9FXqaGWi8D9X2Qh1wlaMgK8irINxuWrkt64quCjuyDGAokkjuCsHG2f-W0_ZbOXg1JUC1G-6As30DA0nzwHG_abvzwaSd0jlA/w640-h414/3B9E5E10-BCDB-40AD-BCB0-0EF056CFE2A6.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div></div>JUDGES: 27 (out of 30)<p></p><p><b>Witney and Kel, tango</b></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggHyQNvLMvuCfHc3zi3p2AOS4E9keBkwyXEo5r8MQvmpLKATR3UFHS2wvnpRyaLmyXr3l0yLwMVitXahga4Ob9tOqJXFT_C_y7pFPNgm4hETBIEXKF9dwA97E9WGD8AVGVeeQWDwENjP9EmcA4MbvcK31715kZSCiDbMvq6H2qM8sjrFJq6g/s3641/AB5D02BD-B291-4120-B969-DFDD022C3EA9.jpeg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2132" data-original-width="3641" height="374" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggHyQNvLMvuCfHc3zi3p2AOS4E9keBkwyXEo5r8MQvmpLKATR3UFHS2wvnpRyaLmyXr3l0yLwMVitXahga4Ob9tOqJXFT_C_y7pFPNgm4hETBIEXKF9dwA97E9WGD8AVGVeeQWDwENjP9EmcA4MbvcK31715kZSCiDbMvq6H2qM8sjrFJq6g/w640-h374/AB5D02BD-B291-4120-B969-DFDD022C3EA9.jpeg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Those pants though…</td></tr></tbody></table><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="text-align: left;">Witney and Kel’s Redemption Dance was the tango, with Bruno advising them. They also had some nice shapes and movements. Dancing to “Get Back” from The Temptations was also a wonderful choice.</span></div></div></div></div><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYyQd_ciQopCT5ly53FvYFzRGQK07_SHYyECM4ECnIo5dGMtGLINiXE0jLpqQ8HExCB66XpIogDjh6lfGEUbVEHKtUFfJ8_r4pDREoBPueiASagpbBjEqPd2FUFla6r0av9bxctQvzDsIxhpzGUA_6CmkGVTB3H6O7ce7hVj3_3fN9MmJwyA/s3300/0DF2D94C-D185-4FB6-97E9-0ADE16351182.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1928" data-original-width="3300" height="374" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYyQd_ciQopCT5ly53FvYFzRGQK07_SHYyECM4ECnIo5dGMtGLINiXE0jLpqQ8HExCB66XpIogDjh6lfGEUbVEHKtUFfJ8_r4pDREoBPueiASagpbBjEqPd2FUFla6r0av9bxctQvzDsIxhpzGUA_6CmkGVTB3H6O7ce7hVj3_3fN9MmJwyA/w640-h374/0DF2D94C-D185-4FB6-97E9-0ADE16351182.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p><span>JUDGES: 27 (out of 30)</span><br /></p><p><b>Sasha and Ally, Viennese waltz</b></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgJgieuH_tb3Iv6iCLZ8c0UMGt0dIvxJtkWDgzAFPHydpuoJ_aYa0KlHdFiixfk8rFWpxvuXjCfOGybUPmwloy3IkHBxBmpmVJA0bZlBLJDjS6V-_Y64lXg8lm1FdorlpaCjWCyyjYV6oPL4VWCdtcz7Ka-X_peA-Kvn2bR_IWe_kYciyCngw" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="180" data-original-width="320" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgJgieuH_tb3Iv6iCLZ8c0UMGt0dIvxJtkWDgzAFPHydpuoJ_aYa0KlHdFiixfk8rFWpxvuXjCfOGybUPmwloy3IkHBxBmpmVJA0bZlBLJDjS6V-_Y64lXg8lm1FdorlpaCjWCyyjYV6oPL4VWCdtcz7Ka-X_peA-Kvn2bR_IWe_kYciyCngw=w640-h360" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="text-align: left;">I just get transported to such a place of joy, watching Sasha and Ally (and specifically Sasha’s choreography). I do think the Viennese waltz is my favorite dance on the show. So beautiful.</span></div></div><p></p><p>They were assisted in this dance by Len.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjmNx5IyDfLUwfvAKujJRPI-bgpYlTfb7_IRzqpMn8aC-17LAGrXoVa3C31du074J8_RZCICR2IUOeCYYHr7-viZ3JhFxfJD5_kVtuzO9H8iphIscPxyyVIsiGNUrhKITv7luYyfU5G_0JS4rBKVGKS0e2WNuosU0AM3Xl-RBr_p9I1QrtPaw" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="420" data-original-width="620" height="434" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjmNx5IyDfLUwfvAKujJRPI-bgpYlTfb7_IRzqpMn8aC-17LAGrXoVa3C31du074J8_RZCICR2IUOeCYYHr7-viZ3JhFxfJD5_kVtuzO9H8iphIscPxyyVIsiGNUrhKITv7luYyfU5G_0JS4rBKVGKS0e2WNuosU0AM3Xl-RBr_p9I1QrtPaw=w640-h434" width="640" /></a></div><p>JUDGES: 29 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Alan and Hannah, rumba</b><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjhnMDNnJJkzFo7X_y4ZeYabVBE-XnD8YlvR7UyGbydsEb8dsMO8YueLNIpKMdDQGyebhjXsAQLqwJNODLfqjDNzlnvWeBhfq5FEugaHd4rx89hNiIPM1t9OgzWCRfmd60FrE-9cUiWmLYfr7fbhpqO3038D-k-LcbXEIYpI9DPRDAw-b0jeQ" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="180" data-original-width="320" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjhnMDNnJJkzFo7X_y4ZeYabVBE-XnD8YlvR7UyGbydsEb8dsMO8YueLNIpKMdDQGyebhjXsAQLqwJNODLfqjDNzlnvWeBhfq5FEugaHd4rx89hNiIPM1t9OgzWCRfmd60FrE-9cUiWmLYfr7fbhpqO3038D-k-LcbXEIYpI9DPRDAw-b0jeQ=w640-h360" width="640" /></a></div><br />Hannah and Alan get Carrie Ann as their guest judge. (Maybe not the best idea.) Carrie Ann tries to be constructive, but Hannah takes it as a personal attack. Carrie Ann tells her that she chose the rumba so that Hannah can win. But later says that Hannah’s mental battles are what hold her back.<p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhLnd-30Rt6Xtr04VM-HYt6TdCAYK3lUz-13yvu6Qz-zwisL4ZjmIEKg7NxQgiqO3NdDh-ZslCbS-2S6id4MbwLNvE8zINXXJNXx27yL0FwKxFdFVFbxa4ZC2WnXOv9yrQK263Ii278TBKAVNuE68JrG00GAFsEvsn68OL6FFSEfSl36FbwYg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="800" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhLnd-30Rt6Xtr04VM-HYt6TdCAYK3lUz-13yvu6Qz-zwisL4ZjmIEKg7NxQgiqO3NdDh-ZslCbS-2S6id4MbwLNvE8zINXXJNXx27yL0FwKxFdFVFbxa4ZC2WnXOv9yrQK263Ii278TBKAVNuE68JrG00GAFsEvsn68OL6FFSEfSl36FbwYg=w427-h640" width="427" /></a></div><br />And, to be fair, the rumba is probably the dance where you have to get the most vulnerable. So it was a good choice from Carrie Ann, but a real cross to bear for Hannah.<p></p><p>She executed it well, though, and did seem present, at least in the beginning.</p><p>JUDGES: 27 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Emma and James, cha cha</b></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEizZIdKC9-4V-sO3K9jNQTikHYJFlTg5X6STIwuzcDwfOB28EiiFxFZL-6DsSkiWSM-89qKXdguCVloMDrSCqtPclbzchahdfOFdBZh8_wcKe8Rd21CDkcD_u4-zNr7VeLRNL7gGBlq6wdEIHM7uuXxfYIIN76Z8QAVfeUXCrKJVv-4KDfNxA" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1920" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEizZIdKC9-4V-sO3K9jNQTikHYJFlTg5X6STIwuzcDwfOB28EiiFxFZL-6DsSkiWSM-89qKXdguCVloMDrSCqtPclbzchahdfOFdBZh8_wcKe8Rd21CDkcD_u4-zNr7VeLRNL7gGBlq6wdEIHM7uuXxfYIIN76Z8QAVfeUXCrKJVv-4KDfNxA=w640-h360" width="640" /></a></div><br />James and Emma get Len as their judge, which James likes because he thinks he can learn something from Len. Len chooses the cha cha as their Redemption dance.<p></p><p>The dance was wonderful, but James seemed a bit off throughout. It’s always fun to see a disco-ish number performed. And the costumes!!!</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijuNW-R3hHGCHPrCG2ARwgylbnu5aRqcR1BUkssdNJhPxTZAThJS6Oc6WJfapjB5rmsiwh7NzTDVIuSfIlPBHT_7PVCyjY-QsgQzE_RuIuSiVdY1izocS3zJtq3ZGgvmeZdEk2siKkcNTSez9xri1lHwXpVCGh_4rsMgHFcbJj5PAb3U1cxg/s1280/maxresdefault%20copy%2012.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijuNW-R3hHGCHPrCG2ARwgylbnu5aRqcR1BUkssdNJhPxTZAThJS6Oc6WJfapjB5rmsiwh7NzTDVIuSfIlPBHT_7PVCyjY-QsgQzE_RuIuSiVdY1izocS3zJtq3ZGgvmeZdEk2siKkcNTSez9xri1lHwXpVCGh_4rsMgHFcbJj5PAb3U1cxg/w640-h360/maxresdefault%20copy%2012.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div>JUDGES: 24 (out of 30)<div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhprHYDA4V7QzE_wfzOUQKa39kWMI7DO3ZzEQpP9mZ_R5U1SmtT2zhH9lnT6M5qZv-Bn9HbZb29x6a_URc7bPr7xiGRpwNs0QKqA2djTtx-Oeptw4NCsArvRU0RrrSCc_aWAdELHlZxWSXHdPIMJFQPGfe8RL41fLniFl2mOJnALjoIr9KexQ/s3824/C0E02B44-BCF4-456C-951A-98F82102B22B.jpeg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2434" data-original-width="3824" height="408" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhprHYDA4V7QzE_wfzOUQKa39kWMI7DO3ZzEQpP9mZ_R5U1SmtT2zhH9lnT6M5qZv-Bn9HbZb29x6a_URc7bPr7xiGRpwNs0QKqA2djTtx-Oeptw4NCsArvRU0RrrSCc_aWAdELHlZxWSXHdPIMJFQPGfe8RL41fLniFl2mOJnALjoIr9KexQ/w640-h408/C0E02B44-BCF4-456C-951A-98F82102B22B.jpeg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">(L-R): Keo, Peta, Lindsay, (Brandon behind), Jenna, Emma, Val and James in front.</td></tr></tbody></table><p><b>MICHE’s Redemption Favorites</b></p><p>1. Sasha and Ally, Viennese waltz </p><p>2. Gleb and Lauren, paso doble</p><p>3. Emma and James, cha cha</p><p>4. Witney and Kel, tango</p><p>5. Alan and Hannah, rumba</p><div><br /></div><p><b>Gleb and Lauren, Viennese waltz</b></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEi3zvlz2b6YCayJ0FrOOyOWf3LXZIR5bx1IbaEAG802kwRka0INQpIRos5puVbqslSczT-o3fXyB3YKyeh2U6tiNXtjJs3nfqydSTAqL6e8uQ4oyzqeRmTtc19Gbc3cmOtdJhhpBavqQZi9IZ3N2KhcfSpAar17gTro5h0g1jXoCJGFLleRSw" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="168" data-original-width="300" height="358" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEi3zvlz2b6YCayJ0FrOOyOWf3LXZIR5bx1IbaEAG802kwRka0INQpIRos5puVbqslSczT-o3fXyB3YKyeh2U6tiNXtjJs3nfqydSTAqL6e8uQ4oyzqeRmTtc19Gbc3cmOtdJhhpBavqQZi9IZ3N2KhcfSpAar17gTro5h0g1jXoCJGFLleRSw=w640-h358" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="text-align: left;">Lauren and Gleb dance a Viennese waltz to Tim McGraw’s “Humble and Kind.”</span></div></div></div></div><p></p><p>It’s a great dance, and Lauren looks stunning. Not sure what happened to Gleb’s tux.</p><p>JUDGES: 27 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Witney and Kel, contemporary</b></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEh0g6lkCesXGyt75vhnZQfbdkO9FF3Ckrr6oe3XWFUIYwOjSZ1Cn81tE0frWs30qEKB8m9wjn7gmnX5wEMjKWY4A1JCPo6yykY-z89x2ctFAY8ib-XFqA5_TGJziTpACY-cNnk7GJ13tjbyKYLJ44BD2u_STXSmhu3Fo19t3VKFj5NhWPhIcQ" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="798" data-original-width="1199" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEh0g6lkCesXGyt75vhnZQfbdkO9FF3Ckrr6oe3XWFUIYwOjSZ1Cn81tE0frWs30qEKB8m9wjn7gmnX5wEMjKWY4A1JCPo6yykY-z89x2ctFAY8ib-XFqA5_TGJziTpACY-cNnk7GJ13tjbyKYLJ44BD2u_STXSmhu3Fo19t3VKFj5NhWPhIcQ=w640-h426" width="640" /></a></div><br />For a contemporary dance, it’s really beautiful. They dance to Whitney Houston’s “I Will Always Love You,” and Kel dedicates it to a friend who died. Tears abound.<p></p><p>JUDGES: 30 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Sasha and Ally, Charleston</b></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgGkA7dDQ0htAe0lx63mHzefTCoQ-XqCTCuFfYqLS0XuhRPYZRVRvk-Poq5AjY7AA0kzg-i9Tz3o38ECOb8IkucDugTccnmCnYtKPrUJeVJNjAATCGHJoB5hgnBPL1_OzEjsJhj1GYOB4IV56-nmFUGiPDB03aagH-mGpQN_6UBtE5bVJ9zjw" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="798" data-original-width="1200" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgGkA7dDQ0htAe0lx63mHzefTCoQ-XqCTCuFfYqLS0XuhRPYZRVRvk-Poq5AjY7AA0kzg-i9Tz3o38ECOb8IkucDugTccnmCnYtKPrUJeVJNjAATCGHJoB5hgnBPL1_OzEjsJhj1GYOB4IV56-nmFUGiPDB03aagH-mGpQN_6UBtE5bVJ9zjw=w640-h426" width="640" /></a></div><br />Sasha Farber is one of the few people who seems to choose the Charleston as one of his go-to dances. And I love him for that, cause it’s such a fun, entertaining dance (My fave previous Charleston was the one he did with Terra Jolé.) <p></p><p>But this was fun. Starting at the top of a staircase and consisting mostly of just Ally and Sasha, the end of the dance had the whole troupe coming out (see above). Awesomeness and truly sublime.</p><p>JUDGES: 30 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Emma and James, foxtrot</b></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiBzx8FTUsSPRPu-k9D5ytqjv4yHcdS0IxoQfd101cfKj927rR9J9IYsZuLnwWOE6HaJ02-uCfxXgOxVJsoPMlPelqIV4W2EgNiGr2hOHzEK1ojsYShmWTknrxZVCK7pDUpQ9W77EfArwPRdwPcRxTzZi6mAAjncekVFsgRBkJkio51WPZhiw" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="168" data-original-width="300" height="358" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiBzx8FTUsSPRPu-k9D5ytqjv4yHcdS0IxoQfd101cfKj927rR9J9IYsZuLnwWOE6HaJ02-uCfxXgOxVJsoPMlPelqIV4W2EgNiGr2hOHzEK1ojsYShmWTknrxZVCK7pDUpQ9W77EfArwPRdwPcRxTzZi6mAAjncekVFsgRBkJkio51WPZhiw=w640-h358" width="640" /></a></div><br />Emma and James dance the foxtrot to “Take Me to Church.” In the package, it was announced that his wife had suffered a miscarriage over the weekend. <p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiHyVdSzt-KWmXdb4ivKfL5eMP509xddPEc4GVt5lSrqe9E10ZN0erRIuWyVTGw3mLWqliZ789psVb0Zcr4SnXoVWTbvx0eEjuCbxtFgvgj9Q1NYemx-AkJpqvttgyLAhM6AUuQA23ICPyv_umpVs-j7H3G9K3IYzsHPE3LvfaSY7XMR-C_Og" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="357" data-original-width="634" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiHyVdSzt-KWmXdb4ivKfL5eMP509xddPEc4GVt5lSrqe9E10ZN0erRIuWyVTGw3mLWqliZ789psVb0Zcr4SnXoVWTbvx0eEjuCbxtFgvgj9Q1NYemx-AkJpqvttgyLAhM6AUuQA23ICPyv_umpVs-j7H3G9K3IYzsHPE3LvfaSY7XMR-C_Og=w640-h360" width="640" /></a></div><br />It was so beautiful, and Emma’s choreography, again just stunning. Gorgeous to watch. Costumes on point, too.<p></p><p>JUDGES: 27 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Alan and Hannah, contemporary</b></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgbXFxUvjtKf-Xgev42pBVHrX1QE6ljlM2tS21VvxKqIYEH09OiDSLTeOlqUjrNFfKFBb2CagkmjNoQj6YTkPMElrPFUTx9mKSKk52KMXRv3fQgCvHGvTQ90eXAmyxIiz-28erm5VM5a8lBD83cd3JPDVS6iUOWHrI9RcQkcC7vtgQCUeP_Bg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="360" data-original-width="480" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgbXFxUvjtKf-Xgev42pBVHrX1QE6ljlM2tS21VvxKqIYEH09OiDSLTeOlqUjrNFfKFBb2CagkmjNoQj6YTkPMElrPFUTx9mKSKk52KMXRv3fQgCvHGvTQ90eXAmyxIiz-28erm5VM5a8lBD83cd3JPDVS6iUOWHrI9RcQkcC7vtgQCUeP_Bg=w640-h480" width="640" /></a></div><br />There were some pretty cool lifts in this dance, but still, it was contemporary. Ugh.<p></p><p>JUDGES: 27 (out of 30)</p><p><br /></p><p><b>MICHE’s Favorites of the Semifinals</b></p><p>1. Sasha and Ally, Charleston</p><p>2. Emma and James, foxtrot</p><p>3. Gleb and Lauren, Viennese waltz</p><p>4. Witney and Kel, contemporary</p><p>5. Alan and Hannah, contemporary</p><p><br /></p><p>So, who goes home? Who are in the Bottom Two?</p><p>Oh, my goodness. Somehow, top scorers Ally and Sasha AGAIN end up in the Bottom Two (totally unfairly) and so do Emma and James.</p><p>Both Carrie Ann and Bruno chose to save Ally and Sasha, though for both the choice looks gut-wrenching.</p><p>Ally offers to give her spot to James. Tom kindly tells her she can’t do that (though it’s very nice). Many tears all around.</p><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3sd-9TW9AQvU-zCVWaL5_L-dff9S0I0W_L4-RE6sJehBKJ_TsQ-OKaI-i6yoKS-p1DagnRMM_C-ETjG5b-Gs925Xo9MvxYSSObeQ3O41hpIeze36puSJRLoKBnzy-ADD-KgwHr_QBr0nEtFaLZGjSI14xXtye_7NN608DGwOxjhn0xBW9JA/s625/James-Van-Der-Beek-1-625x302.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="302" data-original-width="625" height="310" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3sd-9TW9AQvU-zCVWaL5_L-dff9S0I0W_L4-RE6sJehBKJ_TsQ-OKaI-i6yoKS-p1DagnRMM_C-ETjG5b-Gs925Xo9MvxYSSObeQ3O41hpIeze36puSJRLoKBnzy-ADD-KgwHr_QBr0nEtFaLZGjSI14xXtye_7NN608DGwOxjhn0xBW9JA/w640-h310/James-Van-Der-Beek-1-625x302.jpg" width="640" /></a></p><p>(<b>DISCLAIMER</b>: The incompleteness of this column is due to forces beyond my control. I apologize.)</p><p>*************************************************</p><p><br /></p></div>MicheBelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12153402057422544392noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3779897.post-60422838447016384262022-09-17T00:17:00.004-07:002022-09-17T00:17:33.169-07:00S028, Week 9: Boy Band and Girl Group Night—We Have a New Theme!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhs6S0Px5tQzMEi0lSYwVa2tNj48aaTVs8GCL24BkL1DFoZVAdHwIflbwAKJj--Rsswj7MHaDgwZ2F119NIZfEyCld-pYYQnkpTuJfV3EvLYNJp_O07NM2PMPn11KbQ129sOvp-npNxF5tke0v6gUnB12RX7_7v5T5iYR1-AcZkNKgoCdgtCA/s3821/2A5B4AD9-8804-4F5A-BC43-CD7BD495815F.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2244" data-original-width="3821" height="376" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhs6S0Px5tQzMEi0lSYwVa2tNj48aaTVs8GCL24BkL1DFoZVAdHwIflbwAKJj--Rsswj7MHaDgwZ2F119NIZfEyCld-pYYQnkpTuJfV3EvLYNJp_O07NM2PMPn11KbQ129sOvp-npNxF5tke0v6gUnB12RX7_7v5T5iYR1-AcZkNKgoCdgtCA/w640-h376/2A5B4AD9-8804-4F5A-BC43-CD7BD495815F.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVpP2dP6jBFj0bKVDVlr9kVr2-2D1ATPoXIyHd-r3mC8DqJhTvvtpwDPlNJggzuh9mu081wUAsCRZTlROKn2iUcNJHFEfkWcQlU_m1lGWxS0xWjpAw_bJQLXXVqtUPFpKj_EGxYFzNZkdk4dLHNHP8t-EjYV_RyCKaL3wrCOnfD42KbUyqPg/s3694/FDD2250C-0B20-4759-903F-E06CE608072C.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2248" data-original-width="3694" height="390" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVpP2dP6jBFj0bKVDVlr9kVr2-2D1ATPoXIyHd-r3mC8DqJhTvvtpwDPlNJggzuh9mu081wUAsCRZTlROKn2iUcNJHFEfkWcQlU_m1lGWxS0xWjpAw_bJQLXXVqtUPFpKj_EGxYFzNZkdk4dLHNHP8t-EjYV_RyCKaL3wrCOnfD42KbUyqPg/w640-h390/FDD2250C-0B20-4759-903F-E06CE608072C.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYaz8XBCrRudgmVJvTfpO3zCFKz1szTa-du_gQVa3vCfC2HtXsN1q_SSarLYaWeyaWfjEN8GMUDyEMlDXRpcYNeQCH1D7n4p7bbRxTQ9XEWT9M8zlr_TLa-xLEybARqm1SCOVo_T19clWsohzbeDnpDjnD4qbrB9D4wcRuK2jM1b_1XzricA/s3722/AD825461-3B28-4968-8322-F361BEB98431.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2290" data-original-width="3722" height="394" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYaz8XBCrRudgmVJvTfpO3zCFKz1szTa-du_gQVa3vCfC2HtXsN1q_SSarLYaWeyaWfjEN8GMUDyEMlDXRpcYNeQCH1D7n4p7bbRxTQ9XEWT9M8zlr_TLa-xLEybARqm1SCOVo_T19clWsohzbeDnpDjnD4qbrB9D4wcRuK2jM1b_1XzricA/w640-h394/AD825461-3B28-4968-8322-F361BEB98431.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Finally, finallly, in Week 9 of Season 28 of <i>Dancing</i> <i>with</i> <i>the</i> <i>Stars</i>, we have a workable theme! And a theme we’ve never had. Wonderful. And icing on the cake, we have actual Boy Band member (Joey Fatone of ’NSync) and former #<i>DWTS</i> contestant as guest judge.</p><h3 style="text-align: left;"><b>Girl Group round</b></h3><p><b>Emma and James, jive</b></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhm9r1vxSRC5_Sx80fb-GJyptISZKoPgUOoEDaPCTHviOJwyW_zMOJk9uvbkBSC9IWNyuPTmsK6FwOXczRIOPplh8zYX4OJ8W_hn2lU8MslH4xtxoHzMetmEehbM_9xtzhT_AWmh432Eoqi44DDC4D4hiq8pS7qOw-olv8N37aTSpYAejVL1A" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="398" data-original-width="634" height="402" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhm9r1vxSRC5_Sx80fb-GJyptISZKoPgUOoEDaPCTHviOJwyW_zMOJk9uvbkBSC9IWNyuPTmsK6FwOXczRIOPplh8zYX4OJ8W_hn2lU8MslH4xtxoHzMetmEehbM_9xtzhT_AWmh432Eoqi44DDC4D4hiq8pS7qOw-olv8N37aTSpYAejVL1A=w640-h402" width="640" /></a></div><br />Emma and James are doing a jive to the Pointer Sisters. Now, right off the bat, they seem to be stretching the limits of what is technically a “girl group.” <p></p><p>What a fantastic jive to kick off the show. Emma’s choreography (again, SWOON), so amazing. Just wonderful. It ends with both of them doing the splits. I mean… WOW. And I think that now that Pasha and Kate are gone (*sob*), I’m rooting for Emma and James to win.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjurPhtXscrmf8d9iiVNa8cotJ6Tn9hkX3OhUo1bplakW3Vd3ANBlMM5fjMueDyZVqT3xCYe08YqGfoPy85NXG3UwNRjrMBKBURwnB1_7Avs5uTaPn1m9hkg5QxI0ThQgH-jbmwvmPUmLQ7N-i51DR2X5ECY1_fz_TXofWKxEaqcK0TGW0vlQ" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="665" data-original-width="1000" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjurPhtXscrmf8d9iiVNa8cotJ6Tn9hkX3OhUo1bplakW3Vd3ANBlMM5fjMueDyZVqT3xCYe08YqGfoPy85NXG3UwNRjrMBKBURwnB1_7Avs5uTaPn1m9hkg5QxI0ThQgH-jbmwvmPUmLQ7N-i51DR2X5ECY1_fz_TXofWKxEaqcK0TGW0vlQ=w640-h426" width="640" /></a></div><br />Len: “To learn two dances, it’s a tough call. To come out and dance a jive, which has got a lot of steps in it, is a really difficult thing. I liked the speed on the underarm turns. It wasn’t all soft. Plenty of whip going on. The kicks and flicks were sharp and aggressive. You were good.” Joey Fatone: “I’ve been watching. You’re effortless in your dancing. You make it look easy. As someone who’s done this before: It ain’t easy. You make it with a smile. People don’t realize, you’re getting whapped in the face with hair, and you just go on with it. Everything you do is consistent. I’m really proud of you for doing this.” Bruno: “First out and we are on a roll. What a quarter final this is gonna be. What you did, you did very, veery well. Brilliant.” Carrie Ann: “You do, you make it look effortless. There’s such a smoothness and a finesse to you. You did some really cool moves, I’ve got to say. I love watching you dance.”<p></p><p>JUDGES: 36 (out of 40)</p><p>Jenna and Sean, Argentine tango</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgga0lqm8AqBWlKKSd_S4eTlso3I80dfGOi_hnhZB6aHSohN510o06v67migD8sGlT9Wwtk6t0Yw-pqy1WyOv_nlBwh9Qitm0K355z9g1BWxdA73a0Xn9gKom8HhKWdWttwvd7EpALuN6NX4S5BDMlcaP9hjtm2r5-ObFaN5X-WX7TjIzjw6Q" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="801" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgga0lqm8AqBWlKKSd_S4eTlso3I80dfGOi_hnhZB6aHSohN510o06v67migD8sGlT9Wwtk6t0Yw-pqy1WyOv_nlBwh9Qitm0K355z9g1BWxdA73a0Xn9gKom8HhKWdWttwvd7EpALuN6NX4S5BDMlcaP9hjtm2r5-ObFaN5X-WX7TjIzjw6Q=w427-h640" width="427" /></a></div><br />They are dancing to Destiny’s Child song, “Bills, Bills, Bills,” which is an odd choice for an Argentine tango. Personally, I didn’t care for the song at all. And Jenna does an amazing Argentine tango, especially the last move, pictured above, but Sean mostly stands there.<p></p><p>Len commented that the best thing about the dance was that it wasn’t very long. Indeed.</p><p>JUDGES: 26 (out of 40)</p><p><b>Alan and Hannah, salsa</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6hgBT5D1wToeUjWtxRx2ZthBxOLem-0SUOtflfPMPFXOZL66TRJM7XrBqvLirOKN-kH6X8qgLTRNAXy6Gr2401VJv-HcIFNTC4ybUw1ZuFDj280VNUuSpGXM2Rw5eW16Ycw6opCMc9JrPhq2pHEHVPaZhPkHPUsCPyBlaKnLmiqHxpIye6g/s2874/07506AF3-822E-413C-B173-35523DBE4530.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2230" data-original-width="2874" height="496" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6hgBT5D1wToeUjWtxRx2ZthBxOLem-0SUOtflfPMPFXOZL66TRJM7XrBqvLirOKN-kH6X8qgLTRNAXy6Gr2401VJv-HcIFNTC4ybUw1ZuFDj280VNUuSpGXM2Rw5eW16Ycw6opCMc9JrPhq2pHEHVPaZhPkHPUsCPyBlaKnLmiqHxpIye6g/w640-h496/07506AF3-822E-413C-B173-35523DBE4530.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>They are dancing to “No Scrubs” from TLC. Hannah shows Alan a video she did in 8th grade to this song with a friend of hers. He says he’s not going to incorporate any of those moves (although it is cute).</p><p>Bruno: “It’s so good to see your confidence growing, dance after dance. You’re shining brighter with every number. (He mentions how she lost some timing.) Don’t feel discouraged. It doesn’t matter. You are now a star attraction.” Carrie Ann: “Fierce. I love the attitude, I love the turns. Your lifts were a little out of sorts, you barely got through them. (#Facts) Last week, you blew us away. I bet you will on the next dance. This one was good, but it wasn’t amazing.” Len: “I liked the lifts. You did occasionally get ahead of the music. Full of rhythm, full of Latin flavor.” Joey Fatone: “The lifts were a little bit sloppy, because you wanna try to throw so many tricks in there. Overall, fantastic.”</p><p>JUDGES: 32 (out of 40)</p><p><b>Sasha and Ally, samba</b></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; font-weight: bold; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; font-weight: bold; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhluW6Qna1mU32Tkx9ctwafgJOSFL4y4qpNzpQKVgyCqq4IUpjTt0ojhj3CiFyHHk4v9PZa_PVa8QX9pwYwBCJkHyseOkEQ1RvGgSBefuQtUDiM8-y5w0jhqTNPR66LJkSsOeR7kEcdf2YnIWKEhEoFuw9VUJDpNJZUhea_GhJWfNTWMwZ7Fw" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="360" data-original-width="480" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhluW6Qna1mU32Tkx9ctwafgJOSFL4y4qpNzpQKVgyCqq4IUpjTt0ojhj3CiFyHHk4v9PZa_PVa8QX9pwYwBCJkHyseOkEQ1RvGgSBefuQtUDiM8-y5w0jhqTNPR66LJkSsOeR7kEcdf2YnIWKEhEoFuw9VUJDpNJZUhea_GhJWfNTWMwZ7Fw=w640-h480" width="640" /></a></div><br />Ally, for those who don’t remember, used to be in Fifth Harmony (a girl group). And they are now dancing to a Spice Girls song (“Wannabe”). She gushes all over the Spice Girls. <p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJM5kVqfy2bSlsDqTA342bYSTAwcXmZadw971HOvTt_OZmgLwkLvpez1q3GJBMHVjePwGKr0j6GsbTUWzxENJo4lyxfeJbQcAEq8qJwfY6F2OC4gmsgDiVWw4pXwJaPJa4B5kEZe0h-4YTWasKw0lBmJgKS2znmRDwz22_a1ZzZGNZtqLPWw/s3884/927D0072-99D1-405A-A8CD-CECAF04BBA72.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1868" data-original-width="3884" height="308" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJM5kVqfy2bSlsDqTA342bYSTAwcXmZadw971HOvTt_OZmgLwkLvpez1q3GJBMHVjePwGKr0j6GsbTUWzxENJo4lyxfeJbQcAEq8qJwfY6F2OC4gmsgDiVWw4pXwJaPJa4B5kEZe0h-4YTWasKw0lBmJgKS2znmRDwz22_a1ZzZGNZtqLPWw/w640-h308/927D0072-99D1-405A-A8CD-CECAF04BBA72.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>I forget sometimes how sexy Sasha is. But this final move in their dance: wow! Oh yeah, great choreography throughout, and Ally owns that stage. Loved this dance.</p><p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9RJLUJNar9gSYYjgq9wwSwyGKX9m67LZ67qqrqKUgJYHycHYfDY2gNfqlF3SZtPpcnPDeNKcijrO-KKT5KF55URavsC42ie7lsqlyEnw3YjR81omJlCP31GX-YCQBR0CwrsQLG1MuSzf1RhbcDhyGCXoq0CUmHsZWLvaVUPA7s39RTHH1ig/s3040/1BA8E090-D4E1-4541-AA3B-1CE6987D7050.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2350" data-original-width="3040" height="494" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9RJLUJNar9gSYYjgq9wwSwyGKX9m67LZ67qqrqKUgJYHycHYfDY2gNfqlF3SZtPpcnPDeNKcijrO-KKT5KF55URavsC42ie7lsqlyEnw3YjR81omJlCP31GX-YCQBR0CwrsQLG1MuSzf1RhbcDhyGCXoq0CUmHsZWLvaVUPA7s39RTHH1ig/w640-h494/1BA8E090-D4E1-4541-AA3B-1CE6987D7050.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br />Carrie Ann; “Being in a girl group paid off, cause that was amazing. You guys are part of the Wonder Twins. The way you dance together is so incredible. You are so in sync (Joey laughs). You are so good in your technique, it was flawless.” Len: “There was plenty of recognizable samba. Great technique. It was a fantastic dance.” Joey Fatone: “There was no samba roll. From one boy bander to another girl grouper, amazing job.” Bruno: “I tell you what I want:MORE OF THAT! I know you’ve got girl power, but it wasn’t drowned by the concept. It was a proper, technically absolutely right samba. Perfect.”<p></p><p>JUDGES: 40 (out of 40) Well-deserved.</p><p><b>Gleb and Lauren, quickstep</b></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; font-weight: bold; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgrlly3bbxg3dirPhM4n-52H-YWcKujqj00bwR0xY7LOcYCAeNidNYSoSocMkx_xK5ZLGsSd_P-Z1EyzrFyBlGBbSY9BxnWqYsU-89m8bb6m2vimXghmEBlmC3U5sXJWXwbvZ53bACjyzJEPupfmpDwYQjpPy37iwR5ZDp_lcKhGSyi-Z2f6w" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1333" data-original-width="2000" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgrlly3bbxg3dirPhM4n-52H-YWcKujqj00bwR0xY7LOcYCAeNidNYSoSocMkx_xK5ZLGsSd_P-Z1EyzrFyBlGBbSY9BxnWqYsU-89m8bb6m2vimXghmEBlmC3U5sXJWXwbvZ53bACjyzJEPupfmpDwYQjpPy37iwR5ZDp_lcKhGSyi-Z2f6w=w640-h426" width="640" /></a></div><br />Lauren and Gleb are dancing a quickstep to a Supremes song (“Can’t Hurry Love”). Mary Wilson, you may remember, was on the show earlier in the season, and is in the audience tonight.<p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTxdGWs4WYQqvEUnPSNEBvgSBcjvRHZSYSGg4pF58agyhm205UjDHADn4tBmYsV73ygTAqrZVhIQ6NCNo0_pKv9IGolcd8Zdox4_aK2rTiqFXfFy2LW-k3UPVCCSM11jVrs60ir7NBc8esGzBLrAIlRkwcqesiAR2-PtAAJEStJKPUiMsstA/s3202/57032D55-15A7-49C4-A668-81FD1B185900.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2392" data-original-width="3202" height="478" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTxdGWs4WYQqvEUnPSNEBvgSBcjvRHZSYSGg4pF58agyhm205UjDHADn4tBmYsV73ygTAqrZVhIQ6NCNo0_pKv9IGolcd8Zdox4_aK2rTiqFXfFy2LW-k3UPVCCSM11jVrs60ir7NBc8esGzBLrAIlRkwcqesiAR2-PtAAJEStJKPUiMsstA/w640-h478/57032D55-15A7-49C4-A668-81FD1B185900.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br />Len: “Gleb, I love that you put in a spin turn…” (Gleb is finally learning that doing what Len likes is an important part of winning this show…) Len: “Once you do things like that, I’m a sucker for it. It was lovely. I liked it.” Joey Fatone: “It’s not easy to do something like that, especially with the quickstep. The energy was great.” He then advises them to get a better frame. Bruno: “You really captured the joy of a timeless classic perfectly. It was a very very complex routine. Very good, though.” Carrie Ann: “I don’t know what you guys are talking about, I thought it was fantastic, it was amazing. You were on point. A lot of content. The hold and the frame, everything about it was great. I love the way that you dance, you give it your full every single time. I loved it.”<p></p><p>JUDGES: 34 (out of 40)</p><p><b>Witney and Kel, paso doble</b></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_bI-vyGQAGl9_UACX5BgGVNqsU2VzuIkQwdk3nZIVLcllDpxYXHHxojQOWxLXch-MHBJEKWBIyxHh0JAmsC2ceHN0OTO4zXO8wUsm1lC6Eqyj3gFKmrcgzMhFNYAIX_5xwqW1uJCiJnqfA3xVHut2p7qGv7BWi5Gbt8kdSYeEsnGA9twpPw/s2790/B3681AD7-1DC3-4134-8BE5-F0EA394790AB.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2114" data-original-width="2790" height="484" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_bI-vyGQAGl9_UACX5BgGVNqsU2VzuIkQwdk3nZIVLcllDpxYXHHxojQOWxLXch-MHBJEKWBIyxHh0JAmsC2ceHN0OTO4zXO8wUsm1lC6Eqyj3gFKmrcgzMhFNYAIX_5xwqW1uJCiJnqfA3xVHut2p7qGv7BWi5Gbt8kdSYeEsnGA9twpPw/w640-h484/B3681AD7-1DC3-4134-8BE5-F0EA394790AB.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br />Kel,<b> </b>who<b> </b>apparently is a minister for the Seventh Day Adventist Church, takes Witney to a service where he is giving a sermon. <p></p><p>They<b> </b>are<b> </b>dancing a paso doble to En Vogue’s “Free Your Mind.” So many things they could’ve done with that whole concept, but they didn’t. :-(</p><p>There was this whole segment with dudes grunting… or something… not sure what that was supposed to be. (And it wasn’t explained.)</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXMkGYdnOlp2OoPmqEr2Qx_xnlpXTqhN3XtWNe4kZjD-jnZ7ueq04OD4oMCqL_lM-ezkybUfeWMQDtpVTP8AQf15kX5zqky8lBwepyg6M4xLzu0rWn7wik1zUDdIw7Cm901E-m62a75iyhfO_56gfiVnFKOqCgBt8bqNNMcuNU3EZIIxUzrw/s3670/AF15A5F0-18CB-4E38-84EA-43D2AF013B67.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1728" data-original-width="3670" height="302" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXMkGYdnOlp2OoPmqEr2Qx_xnlpXTqhN3XtWNe4kZjD-jnZ7ueq04OD4oMCqL_lM-ezkybUfeWMQDtpVTP8AQf15kX5zqky8lBwepyg6M4xLzu0rWn7wik1zUDdIw7Cm901E-m62a75iyhfO_56gfiVnFKOqCgBt8bqNNMcuNU3EZIIxUzrw/w640-h302/AF15A5F0-18CB-4E38-84EA-43D2AF013B67.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br />Joey Fatone: “Hey Pastor Kel, your knees gotta come up, but overall, fantastic job.” Bruno: “It wasn’t an earthquake, it was the power of the performance, and oh my God, the power! I’m overwhelmed by the power of the performance.” Carrie Ann: “It was really small, and you have to dance big. We are heading into the semifinals. Use that space. Push the space.” Len: “Too many gimmicks, and not enough paso doble in my world.” <p></p><p>JUDGES: 34 (out of 40) Last time it was Carrie Ann and Len with the 9s, and Joey and Brno with the 8s, this time it was exactly reversed.</p><p><br /></p><p><b>MICHE’s Favorites of Week 9: GIRL GROUPS</b></p><p>1. Emma and James, jive (Pointer Sisters)</p><p>2. Sasha and Ally, samba (Spice Girls)</p><p>3. Alan and Hannah, salsa (TLC)</p><p>4. Gleb and Lauren, quickstep (The Supremes)</p><p>5. Witney and Kel, paso doble (En Vogue)</p><p><b><br /></b></p><h3><b>Boy Band round</b></h3><p><b>Emma and James, jazz</b></p><p></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXtFemlbmAoo75qGOScJYov9eTvB4nOTY5j1672jzUumhebFM8a3Pw51KRXhDW-dIIQCrEZB82YDnwtBVTvKpvPOqPUBl1wWGNkmVFmWSWXI4SgOX2_8gNdOHah5jINso8MEZF-pnxTzt6Yl-tEhivIWHD6luEwZzctpj3LOfXrTDfcxXIcQ/s3494/62795527-B7B9-4860-8825-5DC8E983BE1E.jpeg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1661" data-original-width="3494" height="304" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXtFemlbmAoo75qGOScJYov9eTvB4nOTY5j1672jzUumhebFM8a3Pw51KRXhDW-dIIQCrEZB82YDnwtBVTvKpvPOqPUBl1wWGNkmVFmWSWXI4SgOX2_8gNdOHah5jINso8MEZF-pnxTzt6Yl-tEhivIWHD6luEwZzctpj3LOfXrTDfcxXIcQ/w640-h304/62795527-B7B9-4860-8825-5DC8E983BE1E.jpeg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">This boy band consists of: (L-R) Pasha, Brandon, James, Keo, Val</td></tr></tbody></table><p>James has known *NSYNC a LONG time. He talks about being 21 (when Justin and Lance weren’t yet), and trying to get into a Prince concert. He is excited to dance to one of their songs (even with Joey sitting there): “Dancing ‘Bye Bye Bye’ in front of Joey is like covering someone’s song who made it famous. It’s gonna be awesome.”</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-Tj-0TjUhr2Ep6vEjDS9LQWFvRRuwm20MhAE0Feg2Qdq968O342-E2dsM-xdN9UtvhuL4U9VZ755Y_92l64MOYsJRgDkqoB1qyKKp7-0BBaveXGDIxvbXOqJB4flym9aSGizEadLFqNJvuuRyWNJ890KGfwG7pEvDWzFLIHAbIPQH0LRL-g/s2744/4703BA3D-3C4C-45FD-9F5A-DF0DC6CED895.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2069" data-original-width="2744" height="482" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-Tj-0TjUhr2Ep6vEjDS9LQWFvRRuwm20MhAE0Feg2Qdq968O342-E2dsM-xdN9UtvhuL4U9VZ755Y_92l64MOYsJRgDkqoB1qyKKp7-0BBaveXGDIxvbXOqJB4flym9aSGizEadLFqNJvuuRyWNJ890KGfwG7pEvDWzFLIHAbIPQH0LRL-g/w640-h482/4703BA3D-3C4C-45FD-9F5A-DF0DC6CED895.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Len: “I know it’s ‘Boy Bands,’ but that was too much boy band for me. I would’ve liked more together dancing. It was a little too much aggression.” Tom; “Joey, do you agree with Len?” Joey: “Um, NO. If I could give a 100, I would. Course, I’m biased by the song. But even with jazz, it’s all about the attitude. Because of the choreography, you know I’m a stickler. Em, you did a great job. Seriously, hands-down awesome.” James is just beaming. Bruno: “There could have been a little bit mor together, a little more attention to your partner.” Carrie Ann: “Um, Hi, Hi, Hi. It was really good. You have this amazing ability to give 300% every time you dance. I have so much respect for you. Every move you do, I can tell you care and you rehearsed it.”</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhN4ve-vV9cku52Ufb-YNBEgCJtFm6SCTUDn9KhUDGxozdzlhgtJsJzzuDNH1xXCQIVvOo2NhfDYZ1CuooBlDBuRMQXl5vd98iam0bmKSrU7LuazUyyN28FN9u2yArRR_dktT4CMbHVIEKdundclEBdwU2IzW_bf851j1U7HVTzIf4QR4bJCg/s3392/BEE23892-A955-4DDB-BC03-F4829B3E32FE.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1714" data-original-width="3392" height="324" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhN4ve-vV9cku52Ufb-YNBEgCJtFm6SCTUDn9KhUDGxozdzlhgtJsJzzuDNH1xXCQIVvOo2NhfDYZ1CuooBlDBuRMQXl5vd98iam0bmKSrU7LuazUyyN28FN9u2yArRR_dktT4CMbHVIEKdundclEBdwU2IzW_bf851j1U7HVTzIf4QR4bJCg/w640-h324/BEE23892-A955-4DDB-BC03-F4829B3E32FE.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div>Erin asks James if he was nervous, knowing Joey was right there. James: “We’ve known each other for a long, long time. If you had told me 20 years ago that I’d be here, dancing to his song, I never would’ve believed it.” (Cut to Joey laughing).<br /><p>JUDGES: 36 (out of 40) Joey gives him a 10.</p><p><b>Alan and Hannah, tango</b></p><p><b></b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhkBiXIMjWmG_zG7VueLRfQODsrSi53fmdbdRAhWGWZZgGAHaSLh4a24LwLluqSs6VkDZJzHl3RRCSx1VFDUNmxzICjUHs5lxnYJiuFhUkfxO1Wq7nKXin-p4KykXKJ1MZ8xXoM36IvXR_jIUFfSUQX7dESV_zGzZhhTu3__nlGtIwUVZXpCQ" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1019" data-original-width="680" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhkBiXIMjWmG_zG7VueLRfQODsrSi53fmdbdRAhWGWZZgGAHaSLh4a24LwLluqSs6VkDZJzHl3RRCSx1VFDUNmxzICjUHs5lxnYJiuFhUkfxO1Wq7nKXin-p4KykXKJ1MZ8xXoM36IvXR_jIUFfSUQX7dESV_zGzZhhTu3__nlGtIwUVZXpCQ=w427-h640" width="427" /></a></b></div><p>Hannah and Alan are dancing a tango to BTS’ “Boys with Love.” It’s pretty good.</p><p></p><p>Joey: “I have nothing to say wrong. Everything was great. I thought it was fantastic. So far for me, best dance of the night.” Bruno: “I am purring like a kitten that just got cream. That was pure undiluted pleasure. What you did so well, you brought a lot of passion, but at the same time, it was elegant. You were killing it. The lines were splendid. It had old-school Hollywood glamour. Ava Gardner, Rita Hayworth.” Carrie Ann: “If you want to win this competition, you have to bring A game every time. Thanks for bringing back your A game.” Len: “It had sharp, staccato movement. Good frame, good posture.”</p><p>JUDGES: 39 (out of 40)</p><p><b>Jenna and Sean, foxtrot</b></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; font-weight: bold; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiFRnWOslUulIxIyMeUrt8HhH1tYDJeHYV8rnLuvC6iyokteq0c1AvxTDDD-6CHjaV5yvS-WYbdxlyrhqX9j7B_vhMkU-nAdHWHybjgJa4ojPcSkgd55nL3zALV2Rkc3fhfx584dvfFqKEUNl_ILNZiWtZZ9oqRpZU-aqSxPqIcIenA_WXRuQ" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="375" data-original-width="250" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiFRnWOslUulIxIyMeUrt8HhH1tYDJeHYV8rnLuvC6iyokteq0c1AvxTDDD-6CHjaV5yvS-WYbdxlyrhqX9j7B_vhMkU-nAdHWHybjgJa4ojPcSkgd55nL3zALV2Rkc3fhfx584dvfFqKEUNl_ILNZiWtZZ9oqRpZU-aqSxPqIcIenA_WXRuQ=w427-h640" width="427" /></a></div><br />Sean says in his package: “Part of being on the show is rehearsing every day. It’s the best cardio workout ever. It’s not just a show, it’s a weight-loss program. I’m down 20 pounds already.” <p></p><p>They are dancing a foxtrot to One Direction’s “Story of My Life.”</p><p>Now, I know no one listens to lyrics, but personally I’d be worried about dancing to a song which says: “I’ll be gone, I’ll be gone tonight.”</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3msqar6P-w7kJeGfRAgYALkFMB2V0f8za9ofi6J-0l0gPUNEERbbhUUI2pHy2ehWeHrsk474a6eWsaUKgBCCZYZWD0krxv_uN0Wt31W7oFRSN00I159xV7RTpn7jwGmZKCpH6irWcFjfLWfAtha-JVfaM1-30O-BUi4AxZ5MEkfE_oiisPQ/s3032/CB4F731B-DC9A-46A9-AB42-281228E38A29.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2346" data-original-width="3032" height="496" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3msqar6P-w7kJeGfRAgYALkFMB2V0f8za9ofi6J-0l0gPUNEERbbhUUI2pHy2ehWeHrsk474a6eWsaUKgBCCZYZWD0krxv_uN0Wt31W7oFRSN00I159xV7RTpn7jwGmZKCpH6irWcFjfLWfAtha-JVfaM1-30O-BUi4AxZ5MEkfE_oiisPQ/w640-h496/CB4F731B-DC9A-46A9-AB42-281228E38A29.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="text-align: left;">Bruno: “Your technique always goes in one direction. Reverse, my darling, “ he says, laughing. “It’s a fluid, effortless dance, and it wasn’t very fluid. It was a bit clumpy.” Carrie Ann; “You’ve been doing really well, you’ve been giving it your all. I love you for coming out here every time, heart open, just bright-eyed, dancing. I know you’re getting a little emotional right now, but stick with it. You’re doing the best you can. We have our standards that you are measuring you up against, nothing personal. I love that you keep coming, you keep trying. It’s really responsible.” Len: “It flowed, then it splattered, then there was a couple of drips. Then, it flowed again, and somewhere in the middle, it stopped completely.” Joey Fantone: “I’ll try to get a little more positivity than these people. You always give 110%. No matter what anyone says, you’re taking a beating sometimes. And you keep going though. And that’s the best thing you can do. Your journey is amazing to me. It’s coming down to the final wire. You need to step up.”</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaext5pVd8ItVhaCO1OYqii9Fnjzlmnc5T56-kebwQfh6H5UHLlT8X6tWhVUJoeWBrUZPxC7KCcviX0YXpTYkHiVDOjliBYQOsmlA13sjLF76UrD9WX8jlZrh4oNQZJ5VOxJAk4uiUaplHVmdFyoWRYynQAPDuMpMQhpQi_3_aYSIk1bDlQw/s2980/7DC06B3D-7193-4774-9FCA-FACACC6CB360.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2318" data-original-width="2980" height="498" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaext5pVd8ItVhaCO1OYqii9Fnjzlmnc5T56-kebwQfh6H5UHLlT8X6tWhVUJoeWBrUZPxC7KCcviX0YXpTYkHiVDOjliBYQOsmlA13sjLF76UrD9WX8jlZrh4oNQZJ5VOxJAk4uiUaplHVmdFyoWRYynQAPDuMpMQhpQi_3_aYSIk1bDlQw/w640-h498/7DC06B3D-7193-4774-9FCA-FACACC6CB360.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><span style="text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="text-align: left;"><br /></span></div>Erin asks Sean what the journey has been like for him. Sean: “It’s been absolutely amazing. I didn’t know entirely what to expect, but I’ve loved being part of the show. Loved meeting the cast, the crew. It’s such a family. I’ve enjoyed it so much, I’ve made a ton of progress, and I get to work with people like Jenna and Lindsay. It’s amazing. I’m so happy I did this.”</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="text-align: left;">Erin (to Jenna): “Good job, Mama, filling in the last couple of weeks.” </span></div><p></p><p>JUDGES: 24 (out of 40)</p><p><b>Gleb and Lauren, rumba</b></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTtRg3pl4DMOsVDYYO2aKk610jMoZPAFh80yJzQZwhtuhXWUr5ViHWokPe2TfJ3NHPKP6Wb63b0iCb-N6z1V9tUUHIWvHjcBM7DoOkzg9dh0FZd5ESF7vK2UO3wfTU3OZKe_kEWdQFSdjlZr9DcIxEqlKe5xB3UmbU-HdiQBngmgWaxnnP4Q/s2938/489AED99-A707-4004-9FAC-642D834D07EF.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2209" data-original-width="2938" height="482" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTtRg3pl4DMOsVDYYO2aKk610jMoZPAFh80yJzQZwhtuhXWUr5ViHWokPe2TfJ3NHPKP6Wb63b0iCb-N6z1V9tUUHIWvHjcBM7DoOkzg9dh0FZd5ESF7vK2UO3wfTU3OZKe_kEWdQFSdjlZr9DcIxEqlKe5xB3UmbU-HdiQBngmgWaxnnP4Q/w640-h482/489AED99-A707-4004-9FAC-642D834D07EF.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="text-align: left;">Lauren and Gleb are dancing a rumba to Backstreet Boys’ “I Want It That Way.” Lauren knows them, and is especially close with AJ. She invites him to the rehearsal. He declares her the winner. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="text-align: left;">Their rumba is beautiful and lyrical. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEie3kTLHfWrE3-cupqBLv_B8-6phrbwmmeKsKJWe58E3XdV9YcM1sE-nQawdDCmOfG-G8nvpvjrDau7yNfLjxyz-DVxvLobCcAUmA9xlNQzYGUeSzmCEWwtvSF4RlCy1NIdVM6wJargF8_qNXqkIC3OxDuOm9LGI7vbLV2i5WfXu7v_6k1XCA/s2920/F141F5DE-EAAB-4303-B315-64AEF83971CA.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2223" data-original-width="2920" height="488" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEie3kTLHfWrE3-cupqBLv_B8-6phrbwmmeKsKJWe58E3XdV9YcM1sE-nQawdDCmOfG-G8nvpvjrDau7yNfLjxyz-DVxvLobCcAUmA9xlNQzYGUeSzmCEWwtvSF4RlCy1NIdVM6wJargF8_qNXqkIC3OxDuOm9LGI7vbLV2i5WfXu7v_6k1XCA/w640-h488/F141F5DE-EAAB-4303-B315-64AEF83971CA.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><span style="text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="text-align: left;"><br /></span></div>Carrie Ann: “I can’t believe how far you’ve grown. You’ve really come so far since Week 1. The growth is phenomenal. You are so in tune with your body. There’s such a beautiful confidence and sensuality that’s being exposed here. There’s also vulnerability, mixed with the power. It’s really an amazing artistic explosion of a lot of things.” Len: “You’ve had a quickstep and you’ve had a rumba, both ends of the dance spectrum. Really tough call. I liked it very much. Lovely fluid movement, sure-footed.” Joey: “If it was based on the song, no disrespect, I would give it a zero. However, the dance and what you guys did was absolutely amazing.” Bruno: “Smoking. Sultry. Smoldering. If you like your rumba hot, place your orders now, cause Lauren DELIVERS.” </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Lauren mentions to Erin that it’s her birthday week, and that’s why she wanted to do good.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="text-align: left;">JUDGES: 36 (out of 40)</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="text-align: left;"><b>Witney and Kel, Viennese waltz</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCBMVcpAZKT3HasSA4CIGGmAsRqyHu9AN3Du2-qyHmxTEj8dTWCFIAc2RMQLCP4ukrFSjJr-FgtL0Ur2dVVfA8j_WVy9Pftj9_bhLOdn0gx-PkPVVkY4b2vlP40gzQJSQf-ZUHrlzvhT-VhAj-L0TCEkaf2W_wMqerPV8od_4j5JuNLfDsfA/s2853/651AA933-0E64-450B-956B-638484EE6445.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2164" data-original-width="2853" height="486" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCBMVcpAZKT3HasSA4CIGGmAsRqyHu9AN3Du2-qyHmxTEj8dTWCFIAc2RMQLCP4ukrFSjJr-FgtL0Ur2dVVfA8j_WVy9Pftj9_bhLOdn0gx-PkPVVkY4b2vlP40gzQJSQf-ZUHrlzvhT-VhAj-L0TCEkaf2W_wMqerPV8od_4j5JuNLfDsfA/w640-h486/651AA933-0E64-450B-956B-638484EE6445.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><span style="text-align: left;">I really love Viennese waltzes in general, and this was quite a nice one. Plus, her costume was so beautiful. It’s hard to tell, but it’s actually lavender-colored.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="text-align: left;">They are doing a Viennese waltz to Boyz II Men’s “I’ll Make Love to You.” (Vocals actually by CJ Edmond and Travis Garland.)</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbmGNvdTsMrHe8aeH4JUDKlAxiytZ9ejqttTb56FCkrjQj_fYdUIb-VuNW5GzRuH0YIHN57tO-EvdVTZsX4hU8MRWu1j63QwW_wQKocfC0F1O_2u2VQNaU9t8AIlsDkfMXPzu_S16M3JSCJuf_fgrO_wLOYHIc5vjeU9Vm8WJt8ibXvoRFRA/s2729/FF0CB275-2ABD-4A1B-8BC0-4495C6B782CC.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2104" data-original-width="2729" height="494" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbmGNvdTsMrHe8aeH4JUDKlAxiytZ9ejqttTb56FCkrjQj_fYdUIb-VuNW5GzRuH0YIHN57tO-EvdVTZsX4hU8MRWu1j63QwW_wQKocfC0F1O_2u2VQNaU9t8AIlsDkfMXPzu_S16M3JSCJuf_fgrO_wLOYHIc5vjeU9Vm8WJt8ibXvoRFRA/w640-h494/FF0CB275-2ABD-4A1B-8BC0-4495C6B782CC.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><span style="text-align: left;">Len: “I thought it was terrific. Natural turns, reverse turns, you put in the famous fleckl there. A really polished performance.” Joey: “Going from the paso to the Viennese waltz? Amazing. Really great job.” Bruno: “Kel, you dance like a perfect gentleman. He was leading with such a confident and soft touch. You have no idea how hard it is to lead these dances with such flow, rotation. And your musical phrasing! You were taking it right on the right breath. You two were sensational.” Carrie Ann: “I agree with everything that all of these men have said, however, what impressed me the most is that you actually took direction. I gave you a comment in the last round, and you incorporated it into this dance—with the arms. Did you guys see it? The fluidity. I love a man who can take a direction.”</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="text-align: left;">JUDGES: 40 (out of 40)</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="text-align: left;"><b>Sasha and Ally, jazz</b></span></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgnWOEE1-eQcR01FoxobOPY3yaZy_bI25Spvblx72ARV_AVeWnuu_23MQFfIfQQBPcifaXYEfqwb_N45PoaUPOH7MQIt_FHAUFff9a9OHVIjE-Moh3q2SkE4xpxbC-J5d42isf4-JXkmAU3Q8DtNWlQcK0-Iia8MG8Zy_rgAXtmMosahz9laA" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="312" data-original-width="500" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgnWOEE1-eQcR01FoxobOPY3yaZy_bI25Spvblx72ARV_AVeWnuu_23MQFfIfQQBPcifaXYEfqwb_N45PoaUPOH7MQIt_FHAUFff9a9OHVIjE-Moh3q2SkE4xpxbC-J5d42isf4-JXkmAU3Q8DtNWlQcK0-Iia8MG8Zy_rgAXtmMosahz9laA=w640-h400" width="640" /></a></div><br />Sasha tells Ally that they are dancing to New Kids on the Block’s “Step by Step,” and she bursts into some kind of dance. As Sasha stares at her, she says: “They have that in their video.” Sasha pauses and says: “I will NOT put that in.” LOL Seriously. Trust Sasha to do great choreography, all on his own.<br /><p></p><p>And I don’t know what this move is, but I LOVE this move. Where he ends up next to her on the floor (for like a second)…</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAHQUVOO_WnixFTNjxKSWmlPMTZIL5ZXeQrb0j9DHZwLJlpzIzP4R3sOxXLAV5yqwoWO2uvxh8Btw24ydquMWTb2fJxUUnqL6wSyOL3Iz4yMazMnwiS4zDmJEkwlF2EqybArH_MHJrCO8eJQC73VvpmI8H-ccRlQ-kLEMS4828CDu9E1lp0w/s3286/C582A684-B931-41CC-B63C-AF26A6304881.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2525" data-original-width="3286" height="492" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAHQUVOO_WnixFTNjxKSWmlPMTZIL5ZXeQrb0j9DHZwLJlpzIzP4R3sOxXLAV5yqwoWO2uvxh8Btw24ydquMWTb2fJxUUnqL6wSyOL3Iz4yMazMnwiS4zDmJEkwlF2EqybArH_MHJrCO8eJQC73VvpmI8H-ccRlQ-kLEMS4828CDu9E1lp0w/w640-h492/C582A684-B931-41CC-B63C-AF26A6304881.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Wonderful stuff. The whole number (with Daniella and Pasha as part of the troupe) was just blissful and fun. I loved it so much.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEind5-4BO4JqHWDpQO2AmehC89u7PvN8UkoFT7Pe8wpfZiwn0ZkE4YMOgUHepwLy_WKvE1K3PrtLqYU1nS5rhq3eOu95ex_TjYh_oCt_zMXpeO-USu-3RhOET2tBdZs7Pj56LS-3Abo_SM7dnyNpv_lk2yDdUkuClD8L102zRGfLjhLH89aVQ/s3993/40807774-0B98-4F30-BAC1-B5233DEB57BE.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2097" data-original-width="3993" height="336" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEind5-4BO4JqHWDpQO2AmehC89u7PvN8UkoFT7Pe8wpfZiwn0ZkE4YMOgUHepwLy_WKvE1K3PrtLqYU1nS5rhq3eOu95ex_TjYh_oCt_zMXpeO-USu-3RhOET2tBdZs7Pj56LS-3Abo_SM7dnyNpv_lk2yDdUkuClD8L102zRGfLjhLH89aVQ/w640-h336/40807774-0B98-4F30-BAC1-B5233DEB57BE.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiPk4myPN4ajjHKr-iArpZoUfla3GExpcKSUOJayClSrzyvmlh32jnE33MvTNm1OLCe543Bl6yCHLLO0Dnm2rGJNxmdGP5A73XCWYfwYpti8Top8E-2_EypADvfQNdiHMhFNQdZnFQji74FKqTEcrsLBlCNyoqtLII1VMQtzg0HXI6kTCvFWg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1800" data-original-width="1200" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiPk4myPN4ajjHKr-iArpZoUfla3GExpcKSUOJayClSrzyvmlh32jnE33MvTNm1OLCe543Bl6yCHLLO0Dnm2rGJNxmdGP5A73XCWYfwYpti8Top8E-2_EypADvfQNdiHMhFNQdZnFQji74FKqTEcrsLBlCNyoqtLII1VMQtzg0HXI6kTCvFWg=w427-h640" width="427" /></a></div><br />Sasha is so good. <br /><p>Joey: “Well done. The energy was absolutely amazing. I love when there’s always a storytelling. Watching you guys do that was so much fun. So many jazz dances in there. I never did a “jazz” cause we didn’t have that back then, cause it was Season 4 and I’m old. Absolutely amazing and what a great way to end the show.” Bruno: “That was pure pop delight. You reminded me of my dear friend Paula Abdul. Compliments don’t get better than this one. Did you base it on Paula?” Sasha says: “She looks exactly like Paula.” Carrie Ann: “Just flawless again. To me, this felt like it was the Finals, and that was your Freestyle. It was amazing. It was just so good. I don’t know what to say. Thank you for making it so much fun. I had a grin on my face the whole time.” Len: “You have such a bubbly personality, and it was reflected in this dance. So much fun. So much going on. Apart, together, it was a whole package.”</p><p>Sasha is really worried that they might be in the Bottom Two again. (I don’t think so! They got a perfect score of 80 for both dances.)</p><p>JUDGES: 40 (out of 40)</p><p>So, who’s going home? And who IS in the Bottom Two?</p><p>Well, FINALLY I see the advantage of doing this “judges pick their favorite out of the two” thing that they instituted not long ago. Because when the Bottom Two are Lauren/Gleb and Sean/Jenna, you can FINALLY get rid of Sean Spicer. And as the song said: He’ll be GONE. He’ll be GONE tonight.</p><p>Thank God for that.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgd4so4oKJpNbR13_HBQ67ZL2NSGd8hS6rr5HnymxGkgI1eXcpq4SV1CFvz28pKi0ISzispjdZCAK_hysbhlpYEfBr3g3VgKorvX6Ka75xU884a0ZL5-EzyaXgQlN7BUF0YK4lsCRc2DQrlR_mWE-DYFFoue0nLDjju7FLcfL2XORQa7nipfw/s4032/F985A360-3CEF-40F6-98F1-A4C36BF4D4B1.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2097" data-original-width="4032" height="332" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgd4so4oKJpNbR13_HBQ67ZL2NSGd8hS6rr5HnymxGkgI1eXcpq4SV1CFvz28pKi0ISzispjdZCAK_hysbhlpYEfBr3g3VgKorvX6Ka75xU884a0ZL5-EzyaXgQlN7BUF0YK4lsCRc2DQrlR_mWE-DYFFoue0nLDjju7FLcfL2XORQa7nipfw/w640-h332/F985A360-3CEF-40F6-98F1-A4C36BF4D4B1.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p><b>MICHE’s Favorites of Week 9: BOY BANDS</b></p><p>1. Sasha and Ally, jazz (New Kids on the Block)</p><p>2. Alan and Hannah, tango (BTS)</p><p>3. Witney and Kel, Viennese waltz (Boyz II Men)</p><p>4. Emma and James, jazz (*NSYNC)</p><p>5. Gleb and Lauren, rumba (Backstreet Boys)</p><p>*********************************************</p>MicheBelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12153402057422544392noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3779897.post-83559581711993166712022-09-15T17:24:00.002-07:002022-09-15T17:38:13.763-07:00S028, Week 8: Dance-Off Week Provides the First (Two) Perfect Scores: Sasha and Emma<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgOpa9msxx0gYMwCxGG3vrgUByg0XOQsiHKTXMlWcm5z6WWL2mYHm6JIKnxSdtgtlc7hw-ByQzyf282WVTbJ4yrZM8PpUT6yreoFlmOUzf3CflQKUVOXCgAaca9St1rsFMjUise4A0qfO4dFoe5aEGw8RXbeJswXK8vO7O2Yosf2NeGcEV89Q" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1920" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgOpa9msxx0gYMwCxGG3vrgUByg0XOQsiHKTXMlWcm5z6WWL2mYHm6JIKnxSdtgtlc7hw-ByQzyf282WVTbJ4yrZM8PpUT6yreoFlmOUzf3CflQKUVOXCgAaca9St1rsFMjUise4A0qfO4dFoe5aEGw8RXbeJswXK8vO7O2Yosf2NeGcEV89Q=w640-h360" width="640" /></a></div><br />Yes, the big question on everyone’s lips in this, Week 8 of Season 28 of <i>Dancing</i> <i>with</i> the <i>Stars</i> is: WHY THE HELL is Sean (“Two Left Feet”) Spicer still here, when much better dancers are going home? Also, why is he with Jenna, when his partner was/is Lindsay? So many questions. Also, why is this called “Dance-Off Week” when the dance-off craziness is only at the end, not the actual dances? Someone really needs to explain to this new director the concept of themes.<p></p><p><b>Jenna and Sean, jazz</b></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKfarCSMkk9RZzgZyIQxlRiLnDuyB5-wwMEbX580JiUVHy6_Q_WT33UnJ02p6qSMHZmnoLsyXQiDwqN7LFaq89ixsY69FOvR2caGIupj33D43Ardccvxf5o1x7cfpkEo48evqxblna-baxGtz7RjwN25_wCtesyb_Ph3S-iMzdB42JVl6v3A/s500/sean-spicer-jazz-american-dancing-with-the-stars-2019-jenna-johnson-music-styx-come-sail-away-result.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="308" data-original-width="500" height="394" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKfarCSMkk9RZzgZyIQxlRiLnDuyB5-wwMEbX580JiUVHy6_Q_WT33UnJ02p6qSMHZmnoLsyXQiDwqN7LFaq89ixsY69FOvR2caGIupj33D43Ardccvxf5o1x7cfpkEo48evqxblna-baxGtz7RjwN25_wCtesyb_Ph3S-iMzdB42JVl6v3A/w640-h394/sean-spicer-jazz-american-dancing-with-the-stars-2019-jenna-johnson-music-styx-come-sail-away-result.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><p></p><p>But moving on, Sean, with his new partner Jenna (Lindsay isn’t here because her mother-in-law died) dance to Styx’s “Come Sail Away” (which we really wish he would)… In his package, he talks about growing up on the water, and also being in the Navy.</p><p>You always know a dancer’s in trouble when they add boatloads of troupe dancers to make the number look good. And also to lift Jenna. Judges are also not happy about Sean Spicer still being here, and other, more capable dancers being gone. Jenna does look really hot in her sailor suit, though.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEj-Jb7tRI35akSjHPuyzIJrWImm8ibbQ02QTMfcIe_OwnElxpmEogs36BL5HBim3BodCZ3wzOzvCvNnY_wdG_qIt1rCNZqmF0yy1FyYVIe9H-l80ZBOBCNiK4MrjZ3y7GvxCBQY1-OZmoAegxIccrgvDKdVqG1kp5XaB4TrdA_z-M9Pv_6R0A" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="388" data-original-width="250" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEj-Jb7tRI35akSjHPuyzIJrWImm8ibbQ02QTMfcIe_OwnElxpmEogs36BL5HBim3BodCZ3wzOzvCvNnY_wdG_qIt1rCNZqmF0yy1FyYVIe9H-l80ZBOBCNiK4MrjZ3y7GvxCBQY1-OZmoAegxIccrgvDKdVqG1kp5XaB4TrdA_z-M9Pv_6R0A=w413-h640" width="413" /></a></div><p></p><p>JUDGES: 20 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Gleb and Lauren, jive</b></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjNMajlqBdtQmFP3j6ajiNgUAIU_saixtsRkqEkkoo2x7RsWah6qgH5Xob-Qe6Ttcc8U_-bLwHpsgN8EhN2aFRr5zf42mHZIJnxEti96C1ytolDwfMWJuNVqPUeSxKASBP3gFChYsQHsYzHxPur8T5Ar-R_hhLmDAsOlBEhJewmpj56VNRxng" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="824" data-original-width="1030" height="512" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjNMajlqBdtQmFP3j6ajiNgUAIU_saixtsRkqEkkoo2x7RsWah6qgH5Xob-Qe6Ttcc8U_-bLwHpsgN8EhN2aFRr5zf42mHZIJnxEti96C1ytolDwfMWJuNVqPUeSxKASBP3gFChYsQHsYzHxPur8T5Ar-R_hhLmDAsOlBEhJewmpj56VNRxng=w640-h512" width="640" /></a></div><br />At least with Gleb and Lauren, we step up the quality of music choice. They are dancing jive to “Hound Dog,” by Elvis Presley. I do think part of it is her familiarity with the song, but man, it sure is fun to watch Lauren and Gleb dance now. I loved this jive. She is just sparkling.<p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgBSfd-ObHJ-1BQHDcos47HPadF91ao2vYLRPdyp9_RxLJGXcp-jjteLNhVtm-t2lFHH_JWeQq6IkpMYpviGkI6s_kHoKdIx_BBO5ePQlzuZyE7sBfMgQmQzxbllBnVK8lZ93HLOlaYnzSvcjXXsPwvfMCa7aKNb1eQkoCX6AoTrKnwJMzsvg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="313" data-original-width="250" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgBSfd-ObHJ-1BQHDcos47HPadF91ao2vYLRPdyp9_RxLJGXcp-jjteLNhVtm-t2lFHH_JWeQq6IkpMYpviGkI6s_kHoKdIx_BBO5ePQlzuZyE7sBfMgQmQzxbllBnVK8lZ93HLOlaYnzSvcjXXsPwvfMCa7aKNb1eQkoCX6AoTrKnwJMzsvg=w512-h640" width="512" /></a></div><br />Bruno: “The King himself would’ve loved the performance. It really had that authentic ’50s feel, bright, optimistic. You’ve got a good pumping action, going through the legs.” He mentions that she made “three mistakes,” and that she should be more careful “at this stage of the competition. But the performance was great.” Carrie Ann: “You started that routine: Boom! You looked so in your power, so strong, so confident. But something went wrong. I’m really loving what you’re doing, so even though you’ve had a setback, you have another dance to do: come back strong and don’t give up.” Len: “The competition is getting so intense now, so many good routines. You deserve to stay in this competition.” <p></p><p>Erin, who has her hair down this episode, also looks smokin.’</p><p>JUDGES: 24 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Witney and Kel, salsa</b></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhfQWUdicWAe-8xx6c86n5QBeUIMEfzowQQFqOWRX6qYGms34TPfsRnkrZj3w5FdLNQrt3_AZrhGs9IKG22-t-PUteLC4DkBE4JFO8Sb5ESmm2PvPwC-w37gmn3hapfwKrPWoSe4qv9B65THFZSUyYbMzsSZ1uellZtG4XVK_fsG9_kg01Taw" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1000" data-original-width="800" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhfQWUdicWAe-8xx6c86n5QBeUIMEfzowQQFqOWRX6qYGms34TPfsRnkrZj3w5FdLNQrt3_AZrhGs9IKG22-t-PUteLC4DkBE4JFO8Sb5ESmm2PvPwC-w37gmn3hapfwKrPWoSe4qv9B65THFZSUyYbMzsSZ1uellZtG4XVK_fsG9_kg01Taw=w512-h640" width="512" /></a></div><br />So in the ’90s, apparently, Kel was on some show called “All That,” which is currently having a reboot. And the song they are doing “This Is How We Do It,” came from that. <p></p><p>They are doing a salsa (which makes sense with Witney’s costume, but what’s up with Kel’s costume?).</p><p>Witney is one of the few pros who regularly chooses rap music to dance to. To my old fogey ears, dancing a salsa to a rap song just doesn’t go together. At all. </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEglTXJrvssh7ik_c5gyWrrlPfCzF7Yep52u4ucgGVczyAQu8WzZKAqbpHBbJHxiDuycq9k-CKw16VFMUwW2ozQskEsm9xO9UlX8mSO9JADV3euTuzRCdlIh8ShqbiZjtGS8QHhds2Fdp3UzsY00qD4Mnq_peF2GVdjqggLWVsF7oH6HN3Yo5w" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="313" data-original-width="250" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEglTXJrvssh7ik_c5gyWrrlPfCzF7Yep52u4ucgGVczyAQu8WzZKAqbpHBbJHxiDuycq9k-CKw16VFMUwW2ozQskEsm9xO9UlX8mSO9JADV3euTuzRCdlIh8ShqbiZjtGS8QHhds2Fdp3UzsY00qD4Mnq_peF2GVdjqggLWVsF7oH6HN3Yo5w=w512-h640" width="512" /></a></div><br />Carrie Ann: “You took me way back.” And then she compliments his partnering: “You’re leading.” Len: “Well, Kel, me old sausage, you’re on a roll. Full of rhythm. Plenty of junk in the trunk. Those hips were going to town, lovely. As Carrie Ann said, what I liked: you were large and in charge.” Bruno: “Kel, you are the main attraction. That was a star turn. A lot of times when you bring a lot of dancers around you, you tend to get swamped by it, and drowned by it. You were leading the whole dance from the beginning. Always the main attraction.”<p></p><p>JUDGES: 28 (out of 30) The first 10 of the season (from Bruno).</p><p>Well, whatever the judges are seeing, I’m not seeing at all, cause I hated that dance.</p><p><b>Sasha and Ally, paso doble</b></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhvTH39-zfopK0LUqnDOgCIfQloD83FoSmNGfr_gfZSpZbjDiugVV_gZ93s_47Av00SmEaZnAUyJCNUYvzuO3-SqeB1o-k8XilpE30yVDwFK3llsroJSIPlEt-xNq6fjoRsIq3i6rn3h-UaHsh0-ZZEvt7iVROo37mh20hPtTWpWz1YnPIGiQ" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="360" data-original-width="480" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhvTH39-zfopK0LUqnDOgCIfQloD83FoSmNGfr_gfZSpZbjDiugVV_gZ93s_47Av00SmEaZnAUyJCNUYvzuO3-SqeB1o-k8XilpE30yVDwFK3llsroJSIPlEt-xNq6fjoRsIq3i6rn3h-UaHsh0-ZZEvt7iVROo37mh20hPtTWpWz1YnPIGiQ=w640-h480" width="640" /></a></div><br />Well, yes, I hate dances to rap. I also hate when singers dance to their own songs (and we have that here). They dance to “Higher.” Sigh. In her package, she goes and talks to some students to inspire them. <p></p><p>Even worse than just dancing to her own song, she starts out singing it, while Sasha dances. Ugh. Once we get past the singing part, the dance takes off. The costumes, sets and lighting are spectacular, and Sasha’s choreography is next level. Just fantastic.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiftvqTsGVc0zTEt3rCIr4JTIRb6bATaewcUpV7eu5nMu5jlpXnUMciYIStLQAW14rKdbYccJEwSCeUTpdQ8tyNcq_cGCXAR5T1lE3c_FENf7UpeyM524Ng31I4i3d9XgsagWFt_j3I-TpkNAbZz7sGC3rcgyE5YS7KmumQqMMCM65lsVAA4w" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="420" data-original-width="800" height="336" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiftvqTsGVc0zTEt3rCIr4JTIRb6bATaewcUpV7eu5nMu5jlpXnUMciYIStLQAW14rKdbYccJEwSCeUTpdQ8tyNcq_cGCXAR5T1lE3c_FENf7UpeyM524Ng31I4i3d9XgsagWFt_j3I-TpkNAbZz7sGC3rcgyE5YS7KmumQqMMCM65lsVAA4w=w640-h336" width="640" /></a></div><br />Easily and certainly the best paso doble of the season. Wow. <p></p><p>Len: “It was a mix of good technique and high performance, and that is an irresistible combination.” Bruno: “She was catching the most amazing shapes and light. Beauty, power, artistry: that’s what you need in a paso doble. You had it all.” Carrie Ann: “This is all I could think of while watching that. You came in and you were one of those girls from a girl group. Today, you came in and proved that you are a frikkin’ superstar. Something has shifted in you. You commanded all of our attention. Not just with your presence, with the movements. My mind is blown. And you better work.”</p><p>JUDGES: 30 (out of 30) The first perfect score of the season. Congrats, Ally and Sasha!</p><p><b>Alan and Hannah, quickstep</b></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLQkA5qoAt-jolPuVdp8Cy8yS4tB8JYUZtSofthn7VAddlDptPNoRaeSO0vCvYWzwxmNqGlmixaTdbzgbZQUWhBDObkNXlTTCguffDYzXOlI2TyhBmrmRrelcKKHrmle44mAhwbEw25WbR3Wna8CsjevbVVDqrV_nEzkBF79G_0J5Muxg39A/s3402/596AE2B7-08B7-4263-B90A-22DA67AEE114.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1658" data-original-width="3402" height="312" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLQkA5qoAt-jolPuVdp8Cy8yS4tB8JYUZtSofthn7VAddlDptPNoRaeSO0vCvYWzwxmNqGlmixaTdbzgbZQUWhBDObkNXlTTCguffDYzXOlI2TyhBmrmRrelcKKHrmle44mAhwbEw25WbR3Wna8CsjevbVVDqrV_nEzkBF79G_0J5Muxg39A/w640-h312/596AE2B7-08B7-4263-B90A-22DA67AEE114.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>Tom and Erin discuss “how awesome” (Ally and Sasha’s paso) was, and that it “raised the bar.” Hannah and Alan are dancing a quickstep to Tom Patty’s “American Girl.” Hannah says: “It’s my favorite song.” In her package, she goes back to her hometown (I’m bracing for another “Roll Tide”)… Hannah talks about last week first. “I’m honestly upset because I agree so much with Carrie Ann. There are so many more layers of me, and there is a disconnect. The past few weeks, I have not felt connected to myself.” So, to connect to herself, they go to Alabama… bracing… Yup, there it is: “Roll Tide” on a bridge. (We just heard it sooooooooooooooo much on <i>The</i> <i>Bachelorette</i>, it’s painful to me now.)<p></p><p>She tells Alan as she’s driving about a “Meat and Three” restaurant (you pick out a meat, and get three different sides). Hannah says she gets chicken livers. (Gag.) Hannah shows Alan her high school yearbook, where she was voted “Most Unforgettable.” Alan: “I don’t think anyone can forget you now.” Let me tell you, after this season, I shall be on a MISSION to never hear or see the words Hannah Brown ever again in my life. If I can forget her, I surely will. </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEi97Imp7VUNryBmzSNUHEg0GxUYahYfSIgDixqCBKBMzmGMq4ncNZ2wR4skWKxaLDhFqKmLeywW1SJcfKc2cmjfEtBvZFkO6Ol8YuRP3BmpzX0yS_v0XP34EfKyXb9bDSiC9u-1HcrSGmDRXTCtqekymiZG1UlQjBry2ON3Tf_aJEYhiJcDHg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="496" data-original-width="620" height="512" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEi97Imp7VUNryBmzSNUHEg0GxUYahYfSIgDixqCBKBMzmGMq4ncNZ2wR4skWKxaLDhFqKmLeywW1SJcfKc2cmjfEtBvZFkO6Ol8YuRP3BmpzX0yS_v0XP34EfKyXb9bDSiC9u-1HcrSGmDRXTCtqekymiZG1UlQjBry2ON3Tf_aJEYhiJcDHg=w640-h512" width="640" /></a></div><br />“American Girl” is a great song. Of course, they are in blue and white, and the lights are predominantly red. Don’t know if it was the hometown visit, but Hannah certainly looks more present and connected in this dance. <p></p><p>She starts out solo, playing air guitar, obviously in her element. When she is joined by Alan, I am reminded what a great dancer he is. (Sometimes I forget that.) This quickstep is pretty spectacular—packed full of content, executed exquisitely. I honestly think it’s Hannah’s best dance.</p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAYncQcagDp173e1eFLCg4eR2BGdkSi1r-_b0EjtE40d4KVAKVtC8ifxgJgb9d4fWKpH4bXn5OALqvcnHuvYvElfZEm486tbId-QqQuzxNTAj1FegrmpXCrlFQXMz4Rr_QQULSXjpcZNvf7Ub2SSIPv4XXnmXnxdlelYdusjCtC0AxxUhEAw/s2632/E6F8068B-68CE-4EF8-8649-9096C8E53C5A.jpeg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2020" data-original-width="2632" height="492" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAYncQcagDp173e1eFLCg4eR2BGdkSi1r-_b0EjtE40d4KVAKVtC8ifxgJgb9d4fWKpH4bXn5OALqvcnHuvYvElfZEm486tbId-QqQuzxNTAj1FegrmpXCrlFQXMz4Rr_QQULSXjpcZNvf7Ub2SSIPv4XXnmXnxdlelYdusjCtC0AxxUhEAw/w640-h492/E6F8068B-68CE-4EF8-8649-9096C8E53C5A.jpeg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0 0 0 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: justify;"><span style="text-align: left;">Tom says that Hannah looked like she was “having the time of (her) life.” She said: “I was having so much fun.” Bruno: “What is going on? This show keeps getting better and more exciting by the minute. That was a game-changer. You rocked that quickstep. Tonight you really used the floor to give you lift and spring. Your action through the feet was just beautiful, my darling. You were in orbit. I can’t believe it.” Carrie Ann stands up and goes to hug Hannah. Carrie Ann: “How did it feel?” Hannah: “It felt like me.” Carrie Ann: “That’s what we’re talking about. How amazing was this performance? You were open-hearted. Every time you come on this dance floor, it’s an opportunity to be your fullest self, and that’s all I’m trying to encourage. And I know it was hard last week. But I’m so proud of you, cause that was the comeback of the season!” </span></blockquote><span style="text-align: left;"><br /></span></td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmli06H_PK3k4xFYridsjf5bsBP2_vgdazhB_Sa7fxRpvvGMBcf8_hVAQbRA006Fjmnyat9ZgZytuq55Tt6UTDhu_pKQtRx6ZHFVg3awHfpzo7i6mvvfdY_zWVt1_cNj6F_4xl5HQ7UFZyEI19H31rvB2jp27qEdU17haiA8TadTzs3ABv1A/s3451/36CB76B2-C301-48F0-9CEB-133557CBA341.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1679" data-original-width="3451" height="312" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmli06H_PK3k4xFYridsjf5bsBP2_vgdazhB_Sa7fxRpvvGMBcf8_hVAQbRA006Fjmnyat9ZgZytuq55Tt6UTDhu_pKQtRx6ZHFVg3awHfpzo7i6mvvfdY_zWVt1_cNj6F_4xl5HQ7UFZyEI19H31rvB2jp27qEdU17haiA8TadTzs3ABv1A/w640-h312/36CB76B2-C301-48F0-9CEB-133557CBA341.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Len: “You had a really nice frame. It was fast, it had a clarity in the movement. I watched your feet a lot, and they were right on point. There was a little bit of gaping going on.” (Not close enough body contact in hold.) Len: “What a fabulous dance.”</p><p>JUDGES: 29 (out of 30) </p><p><b>Kate and Pasha, jive</b></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiCMgZ_7eFF_TbWjoFfg-JH3KVJE2Ul-JR9C9yqUkK6dky6ivCdcP8oq05pvC27j7SiONdUpn8ys6oLvIM8_t6PXkfCAKUPmZXPgYPdVTyVrUHgwYOpvtcC3zWnVTJrxWjDBaW4NKf9nnx6Cg9I96GWGhy1BaVe2Cham5C3m78Dlupo9W8Zkw" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="388" data-original-width="250" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiCMgZ_7eFF_TbWjoFfg-JH3KVJE2Ul-JR9C9yqUkK6dky6ivCdcP8oq05pvC27j7SiONdUpn8ys6oLvIM8_t6PXkfCAKUPmZXPgYPdVTyVrUHgwYOpvtcC3zWnVTJrxWjDBaW4NKf9nnx6Cg9I96GWGhy1BaVe2Cham5C3m78Dlupo9W8Zkw=w413-h640" width="413" /></a></div><p>They definitely get the award for worst costume of the show. Ugh. What is this mess? Ugh.</p>Kate talks at length about her sister, Nancy, who died just before she got the call to be on #<i>DWTS</i>. One of her sister’s favorite singers was Linda Rondstadt. They also go to a theatre which held special meaning for Nancy. <p></p><p>Since I dinged Witney for this, I gotta ding Pasha for this too. What do pajamas have to do with the song they are dancing, “Heat Wave”? Nothing. Also, at the beginning of the song, they are swathed head to toe in plaid. During a heat wave, people just wanna take clothes off… So they don’t address the heat part of a heat wave. They also don’t address the steamy romance part of “Heat Wave” that’s discussed. Do people even listen to lyrics anymore?</p><p>Well, as Len said, Pasha does pack his dances with content. And if I could get over the sucky concept/lack of a concept, the dance itself is pretty phenomenal. I really dug it.</p><p>Tom notes Kate’s extensive “cheering section over there.”</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAIGpoDZUqaJx41Yo3PJPJJ7CBbSuJGhn0jJQvJAMSlrVeJ7itbxqB1WD_3CtfN5m8WsbYRNAk85V5w600HqAa4WZJ_oyifKIZfeQJA05ULt6ejs1P6cGoNqXjuO-Vv3AVpYz-YL_x94yuCqmq4LWP0zcheGPDpVEeGgLLzLtBGNZA9ebBNA/s661/KatePashaPlaid.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="528" data-original-width="661" height="512" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAIGpoDZUqaJx41Yo3PJPJJ7CBbSuJGhn0jJQvJAMSlrVeJ7itbxqB1WD_3CtfN5m8WsbYRNAk85V5w600HqAa4WZJ_oyifKIZfeQJA05ULt6ejs1P6cGoNqXjuO-Vv3AVpYz-YL_x94yuCqmq4LWP0zcheGPDpVEeGgLLzLtBGNZA9ebBNA/w640-h512/KatePashaPlaid.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Carrie Ann: “You’re right. Dance is a celebration of life. I felt that celebration, and I’m sure your sister Nancy is watching and smiling at you, and so proud of you. The jive had a lot of energy. I love the characterizations. The beginning was so clever, Pasha, great choreography. It was a good jive.” Len: “You two are an absolute joy for me to watch. And that was such a joyful performance, it really was. I look forward to seeing you both dance every week. It’s not your best, but it’s certainly not your worst.” Bruno: “It took awhile for my eyes to get adjusted. So clever. I love all these kind of artistic references. It was tailor-made for your abilities. It was so smart. It allowed you to play the steps. As always, charming.”</p><p>JUDGES: 24 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Emma and James, contemporary</b></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhZ6OTA2tQq_ANyMZ4BiU74mXM4HJeaDv-3Ifle9Yyms78PJTLpwQ5Ww6UDpyMD4N9JpUM1jwXIIikpd8cSN_NRwa84KsJIWWWkhsYLYk2aoH1fzBRx4i_JjwXj4RXVqbiOFpbKsvs3oUhoDkkjk2vpooSckhwo9Y67YbXQJmX9aWBInLgsZg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="250" data-original-width="250" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhZ6OTA2tQq_ANyMZ4BiU74mXM4HJeaDv-3Ifle9Yyms78PJTLpwQ5Ww6UDpyMD4N9JpUM1jwXIIikpd8cSN_NRwa84KsJIWWWkhsYLYk2aoH1fzBRx4i_JjwXj4RXVqbiOFpbKsvs3oUhoDkkjk2vpooSckhwo9Y67YbXQJmX9aWBInLgsZg=w640-h640" width="640" /></a></div><br />Man, I’m whining so much in this column about all the things I hate. And here we have a contemporary dance. Ugh. To Journey. UGH.<p></p><p>James and Emma (since they have the highest cumulative scores “across the season,” they’ve won Immunity from tonight’s Dance-Off, plus two bonus points. </p><p>James brings his parents to the rehearsal to meet Emma. They are dancing to “Don’t Stop Believing.’ “ He talks in his package about how hard starting out in the business was. Even though he got overnight success with <i>Dawson’s</i> <i>Creek</i>, prior to that he tried out for everything he was right for, and didn’t book anything But he didn’t stop believing.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiIoxDfsGu-Lt7554jBYCzsUXwNb6YLGrkPXhqnFOtgTn2ZC9xJWFIJms9oeSq9eXmDWnR1GFI1S23ABdTzI3pAeHLPwkueG6LyyyWEDZJhfZjA8XVKtlVX852ab28wHH-KaRWlMMTwhSdarzgrdMexJxqvk9O8fvLxjwdJOTD47F6YSvwMfw" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="313" data-original-width="250" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiIoxDfsGu-Lt7554jBYCzsUXwNb6YLGrkPXhqnFOtgTn2ZC9xJWFIJms9oeSq9eXmDWnR1GFI1S23ABdTzI3pAeHLPwkueG6LyyyWEDZJhfZjA8XVKtlVX852ab28wHH-KaRWlMMTwhSdarzgrdMexJxqvk9O8fvLxjwdJOTD47F6YSvwMfw=w512-h640" width="512" /></a></div><br />It’s a real slowed down version of the song. At first, it’s barely recognizable. Now EMMA knows what concept is. She knows how to punctuate the proper words. This contemporary is beautiful and powerful. James runs to the audience to hug his parents and family.<p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjxRJ5FLsjBlAZ3c0N6PHiyoYCYgE1BpKuY4ZZbhhH7eHaFtUnhqp9FiJJtDB3f6-oO0UYqhSzZQoQ_mcpEJY7taQ-Z7VdA3LggTwhfOfTKY-IthBNyImTH7cE1Twmh9KWXPtTc85k1HIwTsMKOHbr7n1spZZdR-BTlMwSk5a7XBIFvhsg57A" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="167" data-original-width="250" height="428" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjxRJ5FLsjBlAZ3c0N6PHiyoYCYgE1BpKuY4ZZbhhH7eHaFtUnhqp9FiJJtDB3f6-oO0UYqhSzZQoQ_mcpEJY7taQ-Z7VdA3LggTwhfOfTKY-IthBNyImTH7cE1Twmh9KWXPtTc85k1HIwTsMKOHbr7n1spZZdR-BTlMwSk5a7XBIFvhsg57A=w640-h428" width="640" /></a></div><br />Len: “I thought this was like a good book. There was something for everyone. Holds your interest from start to finish. You’re never sure what’s going to happen next. And I think you’re gonna find it’s got a really happy ending.” Bruno: “Contemporary dance is all about the emotion driving the motion, telling a story with your body. And it was totally compelling. You did a section of lifts up there that was absolutely exquisite. It had the fluidity of water. At every turn, you were at just the right point in the music. The musicality expression, flawless.” (James points at Emma. Indeed. Stunning choreography.) Carrie Ann: “We have been here every episode, and we’ve never seen a lift executed with such finesse and beauty. And what the heck was that lift anyway? It was the most complicated thing I’ve ever seen. That was pure artistry in motion. Pure.”<p></p><p>JUDGES: 30 (out of 30 ) Second perfect score of the night.</p><p>OK. Here’s another thing I hate: dance-offs. Now maybe this is something they have in Blackpool, and I’m just ignorant, but it really strikes me as an annoying waste of time. So I’m really gonna gloss over it all. Ready?</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEh_vIqQz9mJJp2cA4B5iUZMb4sEO3gZH5rqPgivxjSqJn4GdvpeG8ry8qyOVO7RbocpmCQUGoWpa93mLAUNv5lm3XDkk3cT_Fy9X9zYDJqS6IHgwawSiSjF3wTzaUl5Qmb5yPkk6j12qZ1M0-ZM95waXPZjn5KSbu1pFwR2ME3Qk8yxs0QRxQ" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="661" data-original-width="992" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEh_vIqQz9mJJp2cA4B5iUZMb4sEO3gZH5rqPgivxjSqJn4GdvpeG8ry8qyOVO7RbocpmCQUGoWpa93mLAUNv5lm3XDkk3cT_Fy9X9zYDJqS6IHgwawSiSjF3wTzaUl5Qmb5yPkk6j12qZ1M0-ZM95waXPZjn5KSbu1pFwR2ME3Qk8yxs0QRxQ=w640-h426" width="640" /></a></div><br /><b>DANCE-OFF</b><p></p><p><b>Ally</b> <b>and</b> <b>Sasha</b> vs. <b>Kel </b><b>and</b> <b>Witney</b></p><p>Dance: Jive to Queen’s “Don’t Stop Me Now”</p><p>For my money, Sasha wins every time. He’s more creative, he’s more interesting. Etc.</p><p>Judges: The judges do not agree and pick Kel/Witney.</p><p><br /></p><p><b>Pasha</b> <b>and</b> <b>Kate</b> vs. <b>Jenna</b> <b>and</b> <b>Sean</b></p><p>Dance: Cha cha to “Everybody Dance Now” from C+C Music Factory</p><p>Len explains at the beginning that the thing about the cha cha is hip action. Let’s just say: Kate has LOTS and Sean has NONE. Sean does really like to do that sliding on his knees move though.</p><p>Judges: Of course: Kate.</p><p>One would THINK that this would mean, oh! For sure Sean is going home. One would think.</p><p><br /></p><p><b>Alan</b> <b>and</b> <b>Hannah</b> vs. <b>Gleb</b> <b>and</b> <b>Lauren</b></p><p>Dance: Salsa to “Rhythm Is Gonna Get You” from Gloria Estefán</p><p>Before the dance, Len talks about how normally at this point in the season you see a clear frontrunner. Len: “Not this season. There are so many fantastic dancers.” (Agreed.) Bruno: “These people put the work in, and you can see it. Fabulous!” (Not like these slackers who go on world tours in the middle of #<i>DWTS</i>, another BIG pet peeve of mine.)</p><p>Remember when Lauren Alaina was SHY? You should see her shaking her booty in this salsa. Wow. Holy mackerel. And Hannah’s not shy either. This one’s a tough call.</p><p>Judges: Len tells Gleb to put his shirt back on. Bruno says that he likes it. Carrie Ann stays out of it. </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjp1FlSy-fOjDMKkopzCUqzLswsS8lrCMtfNf-BPul1b1FsxL0CKPWBbK9j3sXoNSe3NRsFKDW9Ko98AdN8r8fWbcu6KaY7bv4AlbgGpxfOqVvvqLolO4QFOaJhkHJRc1DPAlCaaho6S1M_Xlby44DzldDOxhPlI7Heeyh48vVr7we2jr9HRw" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1200" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjp1FlSy-fOjDMKkopzCUqzLswsS8lrCMtfNf-BPul1b1FsxL0CKPWBbK9j3sXoNSe3NRsFKDW9Ko98AdN8r8fWbcu6KaY7bv4AlbgGpxfOqVvvqLolO4QFOaJhkHJRc1DPAlCaaho6S1M_Xlby44DzldDOxhPlI7Heeyh48vVr7we2jr9HRw=w640-h640" width="640" /></a></div><br />ARE YOU KIDDING ME HERE? Sean Spicer is safe and Sasha and Ally and Kate and Pasha are the Bottom Two? WTF? Ridiculous.<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOe2Xj-I5YvdSyA5SThxTA_fntYyKObtQbi6VLS44hOAYwc3SQt-05UaUoUbBDZdYTn96BANuQKqjQ1_04E-xFsKowHFJOzFukiWmqGj3BudHtUizgBkUdmr8uFMUJAzsJHVEVPVsS24JWyEzySeddyw5kv_HGiYpZlxRlzvgHI0vWBgICDQ/s3631/A0E2606C-AA8C-4AB9-8605-AD89EC2DAC3E.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2181" data-original-width="3631" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOe2Xj-I5YvdSyA5SThxTA_fntYyKObtQbi6VLS44hOAYwc3SQt-05UaUoUbBDZdYTn96BANuQKqjQ1_04E-xFsKowHFJOzFukiWmqGj3BudHtUizgBkUdmr8uFMUJAzsJHVEVPVsS24JWyEzySeddyw5kv_HGiYpZlxRlzvgHI0vWBgICDQ/w640-h384/A0E2606C-AA8C-4AB9-8605-AD89EC2DAC3E.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>These two were obviously beloved. People don’t do this for losers, they do this for winners. Wonderful. We are so going to miss you, Pasha and Kate (even if Bruno called Sasha Pasha…).I am just gutted by this. Gutted.</p><p>And Sean Spicer is still here. :-/</p><p><br /></p><p>MICHE’s Favorites of Week </p><p>1. Sasha and Ally, paso doble</p><p>2. Alan and Hannah, quickstep</p><p>3. Gleb and Lauren, jive</p><p>4. Emma and James, contemporary</p><p>5. Pasha and Kate, jive</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRjFBkkegCQ5hdeq6Crc7EIeaBpaF12_Mt-MPva_lO4IzbY1nGb0aZbfnw6nSseX5xleHtSyBNqbSMjOPTDVdBRAfoeDM8o1Ybubm2C8-JYSUsfUEO-OQl_-1rvyx4lO_JLDsR63QWxeMuM2V3mlJ4m5GclQaRNWxGTip_gB61CbOmk7L68Q/s1080/7f2ce478264eac941c4594340f03a5d3.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="946" data-original-width="1080" height="560" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRjFBkkegCQ5hdeq6Crc7EIeaBpaF12_Mt-MPva_lO4IzbY1nGb0aZbfnw6nSseX5xleHtSyBNqbSMjOPTDVdBRAfoeDM8o1Ybubm2C8-JYSUsfUEO-OQl_-1rvyx4lO_JLDsR63QWxeMuM2V3mlJ4m5GclQaRNWxGTip_gB61CbOmk7L68Q/w640-h560/7f2ce478264eac941c4594340f03a5d3.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><p>***********************</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p>MicheBelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12153402057422544392noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3779897.post-77030935605694511152022-09-14T23:50:00.003-07:002022-09-14T23:50:43.695-07:00S028 Week 7: Halloween’s Tricks and Treats<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjq_tHSjf3ply5Lwfzom-jg5aDG-Z6gvzIdJjN7fQCndw4E9ZNJXcr57itjHg6Wb8nzoXtP2kqCJ94ep-SPC6HAxEpxEFvF3Rnpv71ssfRyBZkJOfztHKoAJ5Bi1-FH_124KRY41D1CJxy8ezOKyE4Rrtf-aiL4Fc_ys8AYAJ4ejNmyY_sXQA/s3754/EB5B723B-0156-40B3-B4EE-B25043933997.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2262" data-original-width="3754" height="386" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjq_tHSjf3ply5Lwfzom-jg5aDG-Z6gvzIdJjN7fQCndw4E9ZNJXcr57itjHg6Wb8nzoXtP2kqCJ94ep-SPC6HAxEpxEFvF3Rnpv71ssfRyBZkJOfztHKoAJ5Bi1-FH_124KRY41D1CJxy8ezOKyE4Rrtf-aiL4Fc_ys8AYAJ4ejNmyY_sXQA/w640-h386/EB5B723B-0156-40B3-B4EE-B25043933997.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /> Halloween is always a big event over at <i>Dancing</i> <i>with</i> <i>the</i> Stars, and this week was no exception. We start off with a movie where Len is a chauffeur driver, delivering a coffin. The coffin gets delivered, but along the way we see Tom Bergeron as a quite angry head on a platter, Lindsay and Witney as two very scary sisters, and Val as an elevator operator. Wacky. <p></p><p>The tableau enters into the <i>DWTS</i> stage, where everyone is fittingly decked out, and we learn that the coffin holds Sean Spicer as (but of course) Frankenstein. Best casting of him so far this season.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIBcCqswf7xTACYx2TSmXHwtirJIS7f7mX_q9S5MAFvadrNHgFHI9jApG112sCkchUAIHjJU6_Jk8j4XboCX3jb2Lgq5e20YcFeaRxS45DW5aP4CosCqPbjv3o3uYviXOI66DnRZM5fON3fi41alTuAXWO5UvrU2YdcaVvr-0Mu5XyxBy_VA/s3846/F45C8E27-D58B-4F81-A548-842C68183E74.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2241" data-original-width="3846" height="373" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIBcCqswf7xTACYx2TSmXHwtirJIS7f7mX_q9S5MAFvadrNHgFHI9jApG112sCkchUAIHjJU6_Jk8j4XboCX3jb2Lgq5e20YcFeaRxS45DW5aP4CosCqPbjv3o3uYviXOI66DnRZM5fON3fi41alTuAXWO5UvrU2YdcaVvr-0Mu5XyxBy_VA/w640-h373/F45C8E27-D58B-4F81-A548-842C68183E74.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7JEqvj7_OMR1HOujyV611Tn5FL0OmRopTIPK6S7WYk0qbhAzj2WTSciAIxOr3oZPGvjetJ2oMhdpp0iXStgO4RgMXCrXnvgXon3dLmObhjYe8Q8-w6aXbcWQnYQdVYS-y8BVJo2FN19CfnImcv11eqdBszQT5yV7ZY9bcDtAY7M5fCuf78A/s3846/E33A8126-74E9-46BA-96E4-F70800C4BF8B.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2304" data-original-width="3846" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7JEqvj7_OMR1HOujyV611Tn5FL0OmRopTIPK6S7WYk0qbhAzj2WTSciAIxOr3oZPGvjetJ2oMhdpp0iXStgO4RgMXCrXnvgXon3dLmObhjYe8Q8-w6aXbcWQnYQdVYS-y8BVJo2FN19CfnImcv11eqdBszQT5yV7ZY9bcDtAY7M5fCuf78A/w640-h384/E33A8126-74E9-46BA-96E4-F70800C4BF8B.jpeg" width="640" /></a></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj85QZIqqrk6OjTYqB3GsA5nuo7GS04gVPuWD_yNfQcxjuFF6ea67dACpVwjVPjDBKA8CVy-HWY6qYGRyX56dxQFx_-6EqBj69-OH4ejGHKzLeC7NfMLFqxAklb2ZHC3bL3Ul9OCyQkPH2PcySUf-KCXyg718joYcmFsndckMedAfuuWqUkXw/s3870/C8A385A5-1471-45A2-90E6-3414259316EB.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2244" data-original-width="3870" height="372" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj85QZIqqrk6OjTYqB3GsA5nuo7GS04gVPuWD_yNfQcxjuFF6ea67dACpVwjVPjDBKA8CVy-HWY6qYGRyX56dxQFx_-6EqBj69-OH4ejGHKzLeC7NfMLFqxAklb2ZHC3bL3Ul9OCyQkPH2PcySUf-KCXyg718joYcmFsndckMedAfuuWqUkXw/w640-h372/C8A385A5-1471-45A2-90E6-3414259316EB.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilHShgFpF8TvMTx80MdZD2L2Vek4yfoA30kt0-_liTl2AH6clvQYG84p_ir8c7oY-z6vkNliqNz_fSY68zY_0HW66V0A1SPhisCWFVyI80n9k6chKmn-JyuaYgQ23fxVAx5TWkrbkiwR5EuuJ9IkBg_1TsPjSgosf_NGOwKf-mfXT6Y8iP_Q/s3884/ED6453ED-D61F-4F3E-ABCE-375561A3AF2A.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2220" data-original-width="3884" height="366" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilHShgFpF8TvMTx80MdZD2L2Vek4yfoA30kt0-_liTl2AH6clvQYG84p_ir8c7oY-z6vkNliqNz_fSY68zY_0HW66V0A1SPhisCWFVyI80n9k6chKmn-JyuaYgQ23fxVAx5TWkrbkiwR5EuuJ9IkBg_1TsPjSgosf_NGOwKf-mfXT6Y8iP_Q/w640-h366/ED6453ED-D61F-4F3E-ABCE-375561A3AF2A.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Are we having fun yet? I sure hope so.</p><p><b>Witney and Kel, jive</b></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiLaRMB2NxhJ5EjxLour_lqlECvmF11fV4Ac1g2JKqNjzDJgWg4byrWD8MM115bP-meOlYjAa1E2R7lhk4yVaLuspmtz5IlMXLxBMCceOL6Oy6mUMK8zf-zNfVw3BUecNHFWCc87kaYVDZL966NfkQrO3GKErLIUOsLve09mnlEIQEQpFkKug" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="1200" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiLaRMB2NxhJ5EjxLour_lqlECvmF11fV4Ac1g2JKqNjzDJgWg4byrWD8MM115bP-meOlYjAa1E2R7lhk4yVaLuspmtz5IlMXLxBMCceOL6Oy6mUMK8zf-zNfVw3BUecNHFWCc87kaYVDZL966NfkQrO3GKErLIUOsLve09mnlEIQEQpFkKug=w640-h426" width="640" /></a></div><br />Here’s an example of how often Witney’s choices just don’t work for me. (Compared to Val Chemerkovskiy, who punctuates every word correctly.) Witney has chosen a great song for this jive: “Time Warp” from <i>Rocky</i> <i>Horror</i> <i>Picture</i> <i>Show</i>. But I would bet money that she’s never actually seen the movie, much less the dance in the movie. <p></p><p>Her concept in this dance is to make them both snakes. Kel asks why, and she says she “just wanted to be weird.” Um… ok. First of all, snakes don’t have feet, and the jive is all about kicks and flicks. #Sigh.</p><p>So automatically, this whole concept doesn’t make sense, and “just being weird” isn’t good enough. It’s a lame cop out. To say nothing of how they don’t do the “hands on your hips” part, to say nothing of the “pelvic thrust”—both of which are vital parts of this dance.</p><p>Ugh. I just hated this whole lame thing.</p><p>Len chastises Tom for “not dressing up” and Tom says he’s a “gray-haired Ryan Seacrest.” (Tom always makes me laugh.)</p><p>Len: “I tell you, Kel, you were rocking and I was reeling. It was fast, it was fun, it was fearless. Your feet were right on point, sharp, clear. It was a terrific way to start off the evening.” Bruno: “What a surprising Halloween treat that was.” Carrie Ann: “Everything was so tight, and so clean. </p><p>JUDGES: 27 (out of 30)</p><p>Their highest scores of the season.</p><p><b>Emma and James, Viennese waltz</b></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEguOV9ySS3FPqAL7wOGCAZiYC63OouIxDIiOYWNGwYXbsw9CuTXHBlm1m7xDfSVWraAcL6DmlIqSyb6YEDffNwn-FlFJ3cET8tpZtOPed8TqDL_pBXkp-gjwoNNfKs35Wpl2yq0nNO9cxFgQ95zAnDMf8xkv2OrGMLwmU6gdraAdJlD0-XHDQ" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="375" data-original-width="250" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEguOV9ySS3FPqAL7wOGCAZiYC63OouIxDIiOYWNGwYXbsw9CuTXHBlm1m7xDfSVWraAcL6DmlIqSyb6YEDffNwn-FlFJ3cET8tpZtOPed8TqDL_pBXkp-gjwoNNfKs35Wpl2yq0nNO9cxFgQ95zAnDMf8xkv2OrGMLwmU6gdraAdJlD0-XHDQ=w427-h640" width="427" /></a></div><br />They are dancing this Viennese waltz to “I Put a Spell on You” (he says in the package that it’s the Annie Lennox version, but that doesn’t make any sense, because he’s supposed to bee the one singing it. So I’m going with the original Screaming Jay Hawkins version). So the context of their story (which actually works, and has thought put into it) is that Emma is in a relationship with Keo, and James is a demon, who tears her away.<p></p><p>Emma’s choreography was just sublime. What an exquisite number! Loved every second, every movement of that. Wow</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgcNBuCGdJMh69Eoo31H4Lw4xm5B7QpNQrVTnPQYOm3ga5cxIgrGrrugfH98YiRyVdkbV9fZGuGKdQmrdiRxG11JalAA4na5MsmfHrTzJYx_2kHj_wMU4Of5zGDMHYlhd3fjeUo_4BPXmuj809rWcdq9J3ZTuOANi-Qm7y7TjOagY6oPSD9QA" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="360" data-original-width="620" height="373" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgcNBuCGdJMh69Eoo31H4Lw4xm5B7QpNQrVTnPQYOm3ga5cxIgrGrrugfH98YiRyVdkbV9fZGuGKdQmrdiRxG11JalAA4na5MsmfHrTzJYx_2kHj_wMU4Of5zGDMHYlhd3fjeUo_4BPXmuj809rWcdq9J3ZTuOANi-Qm7y7TjOagY6oPSD9QA=w640-h373" width="640" /></a></div><br />Bruno: “You are like the Prince of Darkness: mesmerizing, totally in command. It was such a powerful performance.” He mentions a tiny slip up they made. “Until that, it was absolute perfection. It was incredible.” Carrie Ann: “I was dancing with you. It was so flawless, and so powerful.” Len: “Well, James, honestly, you put a spell on me, because I thought the dance was terrific. You had lovely wide elbows, great movement, great footwork. It was a lovely mix of tricks and treats.” <p></p><p>JUDGES: 27 (out of 30)</p><p>Of course, the highlight of any <i>DWTS</i> Halloween show is all the ways that Sasha sneaks around and scares the beejesus out of people. Jenna is the first victim they show. She is NOT happy about it.</p><p><b>Sasha and Ally, tango</b></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjGpxW_HDUjBnKQG2tMd09ZpE7syBD4QBBKBa9mvPBzt6cBmdXVpZHY4FMrQeeSf9AE3vWuWa-VOLStcfUY4i2XR3AVWrvnmFqZAxntcDaf1QVEI8okxIxAWDLz6UEY-u_qLct1OTgmrfn5EoOzHotZrYDWRV4i1sE0xJZ6shMaNpDRjn8z7g" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="360" data-original-width="480" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjGpxW_HDUjBnKQG2tMd09ZpE7syBD4QBBKBa9mvPBzt6cBmdXVpZHY4FMrQeeSf9AE3vWuWa-VOLStcfUY4i2XR3AVWrvnmFqZAxntcDaf1QVEI8okxIxAWDLz6UEY-u_qLct1OTgmrfn5EoOzHotZrYDWRV4i1sE0xJZ6shMaNpDRjn8z7g=w640-h480" width="640" /></a></div><br />Sasha put in lots of content and body contact with our Harley Quinn lunatic. It was a fun tango.<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEh_t1IoMSo2Inwn1lwfJXZuOdwmAEXrzAr2ONSE9mcXq57h_pvr06HepOU_sA_QyTrnCJh-z-X_mQ81RqEy_tg4q-G94WWJTqQZoBc_aLDPoxsN2fHFU-mICd-e_tA30ZZvjq4PAq1p3HOWP9rs-wFI2vPJAMzK6tlBEiZdwbp-l11DxjVdDQ" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="360" data-original-width="480" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEh_t1IoMSo2Inwn1lwfJXZuOdwmAEXrzAr2ONSE9mcXq57h_pvr06HepOU_sA_QyTrnCJh-z-X_mQ81RqEy_tg4q-G94WWJTqQZoBc_aLDPoxsN2fHFU-mICd-e_tA30ZZvjq4PAq1p3HOWP9rs-wFI2vPJAMzK6tlBEiZdwbp-l11DxjVdDQ=w640-h480" width="640" /></a></div><br />Carrie Ann: “Halloween is on point. Everybody is bringing A game. That was ridiculously good. What I love most about you is the way you dance right on the edge. It makes your performances more visceral. So good.” Len: “Last week, you were nearly dead and buried. And I’m so glad you’ve really come back to life. A terrific tango. I congratulate you, Sasha. Lots of proper dancing. It was so good. What a terrific dance.” Bruno: “Absolutely. That really was a Premiere League tango, with a wicked attitude. The tango was exactly as it should be—full of content, done correctly.”<div><p></p><p>JUDGES: 27 (out of 30)</p><p>Tom: “You have other paddles, right?” LOL</p><p><b>Alan and Hannah, jazz</b></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgjRhLhaYh1_geR-S68lhi9T9qLGy0AEZOyqwxdZP2zeCMY5HVYQavXgmE99NDgUFA00oG15u8ralOMPGpYzgKzcXdr8DAPPdAoqgdEjiZFsLrqmf2NRwfh9TEg22BzAEKBiJFuDw_uTodaDdo7DuKQHRnFw7kbQUnwNpxGCWucxCdakKlQCA" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="800" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgjRhLhaYh1_geR-S68lhi9T9qLGy0AEZOyqwxdZP2zeCMY5HVYQavXgmE99NDgUFA00oG15u8ralOMPGpYzgKzcXdr8DAPPdAoqgdEjiZFsLrqmf2NRwfh9TEg22BzAEKBiJFuDw_uTodaDdo7DuKQHRnFw7kbQUnwNpxGCWucxCdakKlQCA=w427-h640" width="427" /></a></div><br />How perfect is this? Pageant queen gone bad? LOL<p></p><p>In her package, Hannah says: “I’m always gonna be a pageant girl. If you don’t like it, it’s too damn bad.” Here’s my weekly mention of how OVER Hannah Brown I am. All of her schtick bugs the crap out of me. Also, I really hate how <i>Bachelors</i>/<i>Bachelorettes</i> just roll over from one show into another. Haven’t you thought of how SICK OF YOU WE MIGHT BE? UGH. But wait, she doesn’t give a crap. Way to make an audience love you, Hannah.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgDGp54aTYvXYCwC3dhUY8X4YWTU8siy7WJG3cQGNFWSUKHYSYxZ0-pxTGPclEFXbieBErlvPrdYzRLBHiZxXtkXVOCRQtb15G-zTSFCwCWBWEILjmQEEYwK65wuzwbpOnljJndTTyCvn5Rcfb16BkRBrSmN7_Fjuys4p-KoofaOO7s5Q9psg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="420" data-original-width="800" height="336" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgDGp54aTYvXYCwC3dhUY8X4YWTU8siy7WJG3cQGNFWSUKHYSYxZ0-pxTGPclEFXbieBErlvPrdYzRLBHiZxXtkXVOCRQtb15G-zTSFCwCWBWEILjmQEEYwK65wuzwbpOnljJndTTyCvn5Rcfb16BkRBrSmN7_Fjuys4p-KoofaOO7s5Q9psg=w640-h336" width="640" /></a></div><br />They are dancing to “Bad Girls,” which, BTW, Hannah Brown will never be. However, I really like how they incorporated the pageant wave into the choreography. LOL And at the end, she puts on her crown, sits on the throne and gives us another pageant wave (as all her competitors are vanquished).<p></p><p>Alan really put together some fun choreography for this dance, and Hannah does strike me as someone who can really do something if she puts her mind to it.</p><p>Len: “I think the Bad Girl is a terrific dancer. What I like is that you’ve come out and you’ve performed. You were out there, full on, giving it plenty of welly. I thought you did a terrific job.” Tom echoes: “Plenty of welly…” Bruno: “Nothing scary about that. It was lively, great performance. Now…you’ve got to be a bit more grounded. Punch it, punch it, punch it, my darling.” Len argues with Bruno: “I thought it was really clear and crisp and on point.” Tom: “Where do you come down, Carrie Ann?” Carrie Ann: “I agree that it was crisp and clear, but I also agree with Bruno. There is something lacking in your performance. You are disconnected from the movements. I need you to give me your heart. You look, and then you look away. You’re not really staying in it. It’s almost like there’s a bit of a shyness in you. You kind of close off to the dance. I want you to stay open. We wanna get to know you through the dance. I want to see layers of you that no one has seen before…” (as she’s saying this, Hannah is closing off…) “I swear, if you let it go raw, we will be here for you.”</p><p>(Note the overused word of the night is “terrific.’)</p><p>This whole exchange really shows the power of this show, IMHO. And what Carrie Ann is describing is part of what made her so annoying as <i>The</i> <i>Bachelorette</i>. There wasn’t and isn’t really a vulnerability there. Years of forced smiling in pageants does make you close yourself to your own real feelings, IMHO. </p><p>Erin asks Alan what he thought of the comments (about Hannah being “disconnected”). “She has been insecure. But she has no reason to be insecure.” Erin: “I mean, this is free therapy. Enjoy it.”</p><p>JUDGES: 25 (out of 30)</p><p>Erin asks Hannah how she’s feeling. Hannah: “I told myself that no matter what was said after the performance, to just have fun, and I did have fun.” Erin: “Do you agree at all with what Carrie Ann said?” Hannah: “I think I definitely have more to show and more to give, and I hope I get to do that.” (She says in a really fake, pageant girl way…) </p><p><b>Jenna and Karamo, paso double</b></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEg4VBlIA5QOqXbNcs4rk5s83OPP_-DbnfjnQkeVoGV5ZgaeH8UdSR3sBQZlfB1ZZLhlJiEOwKtfxctbR8ovlBBFCGgRYj3ITCYJ6L85Y1S53lDYM5Go-Dln0jHY19hzwLqFpJbV9xm2xJ-0-1YVaFPJE3bAdXFR3j_h62SVC-Ui0hOwzXjo_A" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="250" data-original-width="250" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEg4VBlIA5QOqXbNcs4rk5s83OPP_-DbnfjnQkeVoGV5ZgaeH8UdSR3sBQZlfB1ZZLhlJiEOwKtfxctbR8ovlBBFCGgRYj3ITCYJ6L85Y1S53lDYM5Go-Dln0jHY19hzwLqFpJbV9xm2xJ-0-1YVaFPJE3bAdXFR3j_h62SVC-Ui0hOwzXjo_A=w640-h640" width="640" /></a></div><br />Karamo in his package has a massive pumpkin, compared to Jenna’s tiny one. “Go big, or go home!” says he, “and we are NOT going home this week!” Scary to speak those words on Halloween. You might wanna be careful with that…<br /><p>I’ll spare you the rest of the lame pumpkin carving exchange… They are dancing to “Survivor” from Destiny’s Child.</p><p>As Passos go, this wasn’t one of my favorites, though their makeup is suffifciently Halloween scary. But the shaping was kind of nonexistent, except for a couple poses.</p><p>Tom says: “Looking good, Ghoul Brynner.” LOL</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEip3Au8u_fkLVl6gY-lfrnZI7f-QtEXHNVrmOeeh10vSF-oCEMJ_W40n3ccenzuEV46GIBoS-rMJsanue2sg8Qw7JzC-VjHNsuipA-bGmVkzWnQsJCKIshxD2AfOv7wycBPy2YkIvCPJtsJjZMe8BAhTPwP8_nOF9ot0zfzg1WbCjXEIMof5A" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="681" data-original-width="1024" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEip3Au8u_fkLVl6gY-lfrnZI7f-QtEXHNVrmOeeh10vSF-oCEMJ_W40n3ccenzuEV46GIBoS-rMJsanue2sg8Qw7JzC-VjHNsuipA-bGmVkzWnQsJCKIshxD2AfOv7wycBPy2YkIvCPJtsJjZMe8BAhTPwP8_nOF9ot0zfzg1WbCjXEIMof5A=w640-h426" width="640" /></a></div><br />Bruno: “No lack of power and purpose in that one. You were really on it. You went wrong once. You should never shorten your shape.” Carrie Ann: “You were like a sonic boom. There’s something about when you release that emotion when you dance, like I was just talking about. You opened up, you let it rip, and it ripped the horns riglht off my head.” Len: “May I just congratulate hair, makeup and wardrobe? They have been fantastic! Plenty of attack, plenty of intensity. It’s the shaping. The shaping in the paso doble has to be a little bit more exaggerated. Having said that, one of the keys to the paso doble is to come out and attack the dance, and that you did.”<p></p><p>Erin: “How do you feel?” Karamo: “I feel like a survivor, who is going to keep climbing to the top.”</p><p>JUDGES: 25 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Gleb and Lauren, Argentine tango</b></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiNesDVwfNi7xZaP1E0JjkFnNu_DxZ2M9_IVF-pFgoekUDBihYfFHeJDyi1u_xJIYOuKsTmFZjkQuRHKC46DA5JzBAlSbXyTqFgQrQGoNCStTrtiuHni1NMJWZ9qzJ4tpDS1vpblr2n0nEBukVr2UjdbLhYb8D9-IcHbc-vY_nVVgDZfoRK0A" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="250" data-original-width="250" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiNesDVwfNi7xZaP1E0JjkFnNu_DxZ2M9_IVF-pFgoekUDBihYfFHeJDyi1u_xJIYOuKsTmFZjkQuRHKC46DA5JzBAlSbXyTqFgQrQGoNCStTrtiuHni1NMJWZ9qzJ4tpDS1vpblr2n0nEBukVr2UjdbLhYb8D9-IcHbc-vY_nVVgDZfoRK0A=w640-h640" width="640" /></a></div><br />Wow. They are dancing “Whatever Lola Want” from <i>Pal</i> <i>Joey</i>. Not what I’d expect from this modest country singer. <p></p><p>That was really an exquisite Argentine tango. Gleb provided lots of content (and complicated footwork) which Alaina kept up with. Really nice. She did seem to slip once though. :-( Overall, I seriously think that was one of Glen’s best dances ever.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiJQm4mVPS9pYd0gf8Czua1kVvkdxMnH_sEpXwZwqJ3uX94ONba50T76DYkSK2E3r8XiPkD4DB2R-Rbeb_Tm8X0jMLjhx_ZgXq0WvcAU5kl1GpEvbE78A1AY-VOVxUjFk9CG0kXvvhnIboEg5aQB2zgtND66BrNlJfqF3lvPVhiaFchH3IaIw" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2304" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiJQm4mVPS9pYd0gf8Czua1kVvkdxMnH_sEpXwZwqJ3uX94ONba50T76DYkSK2E3r8XiPkD4DB2R-Rbeb_Tm8X0jMLjhx_ZgXq0WvcAU5kl1GpEvbE78A1AY-VOVxUjFk9CG0kXvvhnIboEg5aQB2zgtND66BrNlJfqF3lvPVhiaFchH3IaIw=w640-h426" width="640" /></a></div><br />Carrie Ann: “Can I just say how much I love Halloween? This is incredible. What I see with you is true transformation. You are evolving as a dancer. Every minute, every day. It’s amazing.” Len: “I’m not sure what Lola wants, but I saw plenty of what Lennie wants. You were so full of Argentine characterization. I thought that was wonderful. It was such a spirited performance. I thought the two of you sparked off of each other, and it was a terrific team.” Bruno: “Deadly sexy, irresistible vampire bombshell. The sequence of ganchos you did were exquisite. If Marilyn Monroe was a vampire, doing the Argentine tango, that’s what it would look like, with a little bit of Madonna thrown in.”<p></p><p>Seriously. Drink for every time they say “terrific’ in this show…</p><p>Although Carrie Ann mentioned her strong core, Erin discovers that actually Lauren has four “broken” ribs. She said she sprained one the first week of the show, “and I haven’t had the others X-rayed, but they don’t feel great.” </p><p>JUDGES: 27 (out of 30) Well-deserved.</p><p><b>Lindsay and Sean, jive</b></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhvmwN-V1H-RY04uFZZICBzm4npDO22JGPcxJ8ynny2_8JzjUX_9TfTy0MVKIemPbmfwR6ELKNuY9xDcDE7-mcqD2ixGvV3DxU7HC3WhHZVj_erbRHwNpXokXtULqMpci8yqOnKteS_i0g3uHk89FHYImA_XTHTTm3AqqZUHwQ9imyIbI0CHQ" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1333" data-original-width="2000" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhvmwN-V1H-RY04uFZZICBzm4npDO22JGPcxJ8ynny2_8JzjUX_9TfTy0MVKIemPbmfwR6ELKNuY9xDcDE7-mcqD2ixGvV3DxU7HC3WhHZVj_erbRHwNpXokXtULqMpci8yqOnKteS_i0g3uHk89FHYImA_XTHTTm3AqqZUHwQ9imyIbI0CHQ=w640-h426" width="640" /></a></div><br />Man! That is one of the scariest images of the night. And the idea that Frankenstein is going to be doing kicks and flicks scares the crap out of me.<p></p><p>In his package, Sean and Lindsay visit a haunted house and participate in a seance! :-0</p><p>Sean: “A guy like Frankenstein and a guy like me both have the same type of natural rhythm and movement.” :-0 (Which is to say… NONE?) He continues: “I don’t know that the spirits can vote for us, but I still want their support.” Um… OK…</p><p>Frankenstein dancing to “The Monster Mash,” but of course…</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEi4lB_ObH01UHAXQ6km70UAoccsenvUS8s_563ZsZgQ6pLSYsTA_GQN1U2BHNAjfEJfUxC4qZd1Okoc44WI46VG1ULvEXVt3SdMYpSJwS_AHL--YIMosAHWg4djwh3FB368FCXiECwKJb25b64cBPm0WQkuC2CEM_715OlVxO6L9ETqr6u9ug" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="194" data-original-width="259" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEi4lB_ObH01UHAXQ6km70UAoccsenvUS8s_563ZsZgQ6pLSYsTA_GQN1U2BHNAjfEJfUxC4qZd1Okoc44WI46VG1ULvEXVt3SdMYpSJwS_AHL--YIMosAHWg4djwh3FB368FCXiECwKJb25b64cBPm0WQkuC2CEM_715OlVxO6L9ETqr6u9ug=w640-h480" width="640" /></a></div><br />Len: “Well, Halloween is about the supernatural, and this wasn’t super and it wasn’t really natural either. It lacked jive content. You know you’re not the best dancer on the show. But you always come out and you try your hardest and give it your all.” Bruno: “Listen, Sean, the monster part was perfection. The jive was six feet behind. Lindsay, the dance, the production, veery good, very entertaining. Your timing is not your strong suit.” Carrie Ann: “Sadly, that was a dance only your mummies could love. Truthfully, I do feel like you are backsliding a little bit. This was not your best dance. You have done more dances where you were more confident and you didn’t make as many mistakes. I know it’s a lot for someone who’s never performed before, but I do love your spirit. You do come out here, and you never give up.”<p></p><p>JUDGES: 18 (out of 30)</p><p>Now, you would THINK that would mean he’s eliminated… #Sigh.</p><p><b>Pasha and Kate, rumba</b></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjQGo3ppKSKATjxYs_MecLgIZeoNA-J6br8VoDhXddcT4pnOEE6mW36iPl6C5x5raB5XbAhM0ITaL_Re9CNErXOvaY5nnji2dhfLuSr5uz0HnWdz67xQ689CDtUqfu0-jSSMFV_9t3i480XMy9fh_U29qQ1q89qH2UcVB1NVNFW2EaxUFFKKw" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="166" data-original-width="250" height="424" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjQGo3ppKSKATjxYs_MecLgIZeoNA-J6br8VoDhXddcT4pnOEE6mW36iPl6C5x5raB5XbAhM0ITaL_Re9CNErXOvaY5nnji2dhfLuSr5uz0HnWdz67xQ689CDtUqfu0-jSSMFV_9t3i480XMy9fh_U29qQ1q89qH2UcVB1NVNFW2EaxUFFKKw=w640-h424" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="text-align: left;">They do a weird thing in this season, where occasionally they show a detail of how a dance is supposed to go (using pros from the season). Here they show Keo and Daniella (whom Maksim Chmerkovskiy calls the best rumba dancer) doing the rumba. Kate: “Rumba, isn’t that the thing that vacuums?” Pasha: “Exactly, just not as flat.”</span></div></div><p></p><p>Then Kate and Pasha go to an evening Halloween haunt (where they have the same intricately carved pumpkins they showed earlier.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhpJY5ipEi0I4facGQdpAXBokzVpz2n2OoPRAImMc9AuusiSKDd8J94lX6kg0xk6v0EJbIJ2xe4eVdKlF8t5bsfpZkMswqky-4csca3lS4YOvkmsJknHR6pQJWvgskXHM6_SdD6bq5pKOhLCtdvfEOQq9jcN3emefZZhfS9kszeuThFlq4MZw" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="388" data-original-width="250" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhpJY5ipEi0I4facGQdpAXBokzVpz2n2OoPRAImMc9AuusiSKDd8J94lX6kg0xk6v0EJbIJ2xe4eVdKlF8t5bsfpZkMswqky-4csca3lS4YOvkmsJknHR6pQJWvgskXHM6_SdD6bq5pKOhLCtdvfEOQq9jcN3emefZZhfS9kszeuThFlq4MZw=w413-h640" width="413" /></a></div><br />But now, to the dance. So far, Pasha gets the props for best music. They are dancing to “Wicked Game” by Chris Isaak. Nice!<p></p><p>Although it’s kinda bizarre cause Red Riding Hood is now doing sexy time with the Wolf, but… OK. At least it’s not snakes doing the Time Warp inexplicably…</p><p>For some reason, Kate seems uncomfortable with the body contact that this dance requires. Although there is some nice choreography in here.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgCWnAlcrOOCJNFkbB-AIxJzL5OlCdE5tUvB1v8qT9_-pN9mw1NexY0IT4fF2cJYtmjniUffR2IiC24uUBhIZXsyrttOJeZSxNJK8ak4atcWe7_8BkvAGzQggAGem3MxLrqeArceDGdYDRK6ozho0fvTroUAx_IcNMoZGVYqKSQtaOzdgLzsw" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="167" data-original-width="250" height="428" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgCWnAlcrOOCJNFkbB-AIxJzL5OlCdE5tUvB1v8qT9_-pN9mw1NexY0IT4fF2cJYtmjniUffR2IiC24uUBhIZXsyrttOJeZSxNJK8ak4atcWe7_8BkvAGzQggAGem3MxLrqeArceDGdYDRK6ozho0fvTroUAx_IcNMoZGVYqKSQtaOzdgLzsw=w640-h428" width="640" /></a></div><br />Bruno: “That was a beautiful and haunting rumba. I love the way you’re able to tell a story: you drag us with you. In everything you do, you really capture our attention. Sometimes you lost a little bit of fluidity, but your arm-shoulder extension? So much better.” Carrie Ann: “What I love most when I watch a rumba is to see a woman who feels absolutely 1000 percent confident to do every move. And feeling so good with the choreography that you know you can really get into it. You were oozing this kind of confidence that I love, that only comes—I only see it in Latin and ballroom dancing. And it’s happening right here. What you did was beautiful. Kate, you are shining very brightly.” Len: “Kate, excuse me. Pasha, week after week, you give me routines that you know (all these steps)… you stick ’em in, and I’m just blown away with your choreography.” (Soooooo agree. It’s been really stunning all season.) Len: “What you’ve done, since I admire your dancing and choreography so much, you’ve inspired some of the other professionals to give me proper, authentic routines.” (See Glen’s routine today for proof of this.) Len: “Kate, the trouble with the rumba is that it’s like dancing under a microscope, and any little wobble or anything is magnified. As always, a knockout performance from the pair of you.”<p></p><p>Erin: “Pasha, can I give you some love? This is your first season. Every single week, we’ve seen the growth with her. You deserve this. What’s this experience been like for you? We love having you here.” Pasha: “I’m having a blast. Thank you guys, it means so much to me, all these words. Thank you so much for the support.” Erin: “Every single week, Kate, you’re growing and growing. And you look smokin.’ Let’s get your scores.”</p><p>JUDGES: 24 (out of 30)</p><p>Then, we have more Sasha scares. LOL (You’d think they’d all be used to it by now…)</p><p>And, it’s Halloween, so of course we have Team Dances.</p><p>First, the entire cast goes to a creepy warehouse, where they are greeted by a coffin with flowers in it, and a TV nearby, which suddenly bursts alive. Len (in costume) talks to them: “I’ll be splitting you up into two groups: Team Trick, Team Treat for a special Halloween team dance, Pick one of the items on the table…” (oh, sorry, it looks like a coffin) “…and that will determine your fate. We’ll start at the bottom of last week’s Leader Board, and Sean goes first.”</p><p>Sean: “I’m ready.” </p><p>Let’s just say that all the good dancers end up on Team Trick, who goes first. </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgVMLF9MkeeBEYTJ8YZYg2wL5sWJ7W_21AO-lNRzfsff4d1uA0jdqBAyimxS6a6Y8IFjDlaNFBJmwWjsBfcmsSuFVLa0VKA_cRHZitWAoUuug3F5Zc8nChV-ItvJRbzwlGz8Dac8YHs2zSr6ma7IAZj_3fNcvWAJBziD4NmtF3iHm_eGmwKcw" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgVMLF9MkeeBEYTJ8YZYg2wL5sWJ7W_21AO-lNRzfsff4d1uA0jdqBAyimxS6a6Y8IFjDlaNFBJmwWjsBfcmsSuFVLa0VKA_cRHZitWAoUuug3F5Zc8nChV-ItvJRbzwlGz8Dac8YHs2zSr6ma7IAZj_3fNcvWAJBziD4NmtF3iHm_eGmwKcw=w640-h360" width="640" /></a></div><br />Team Trick’s song is “Somebody’s Watching Me” by Rockwell. Seriously. Sasha’s on this team. This is almost a gimme. LOL<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiE9x97jlIb4pU5jdXFyE6z0jupeRusvmROcbXueMPyqURmhqNLpKugkhD6ufNTJCGN6yQqqSH4oim-HpmNZIBFnWhKbKtP0dD0XU2SihSkzQZD3Ixi8_69_qqHag7tWA6SCkwcAQzlNai67STBExii6GUd0B9NrSlNTKpHR_QZDZJ_jzzE9g/s3955/5677767D-18FD-4050-9201-610D4A5BA91E.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1907" data-original-width="3955" height="308" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiE9x97jlIb4pU5jdXFyE6z0jupeRusvmROcbXueMPyqURmhqNLpKugkhD6ufNTJCGN6yQqqSH4oim-HpmNZIBFnWhKbKtP0dD0XU2SihSkzQZD3Ixi8_69_qqHag7tWA6SCkwcAQzlNai67STBExii6GUd0B9NrSlNTKpHR_QZDZJ_jzzE9g/w640-h308/5677767D-18FD-4050-9201-610D4A5BA91E.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Great shaping, in this sufficiently creepy dance. Although, back in the day, each team dance used to require separate solos by each couple. That doesn’t appear to be the rule now.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitNgwRhCAkndpLdrTNxlSm_-IydeSW6c15H7rjBPwcUayHPuYigE96z0Ybinx2FEhxhx7RazNSe5YDCyzPsqjw5UNMfdKjWvYvhiWNR5BRlbqRSMyUET37htnEcyvrDx8JG6dKxqG3uU-2C49d0CjATqzmLzrjR6Fpv4BOfosm_WQn7dGk8A/s3856/7A4E2179-1097-41F4-9334-5CB9636E370E.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1872" data-original-width="3856" height="310" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitNgwRhCAkndpLdrTNxlSm_-IydeSW6c15H7rjBPwcUayHPuYigE96z0Ybinx2FEhxhx7RazNSe5YDCyzPsqjw5UNMfdKjWvYvhiWNR5BRlbqRSMyUET37htnEcyvrDx8JG6dKxqG3uU-2C49d0CjATqzmLzrjR6Fpv4BOfosm_WQn7dGk8A/w640-h310/7A4E2179-1097-41F4-9334-5CB9636E370E.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p><b>Team Trick</b></p><p>Len: “It was a lovely mix of paso doble, tango, touch of Viennese waltz. But that was all put together with a fantastic, interesting choreography.” Bruno: “I loved it as well, because it was dramatic, but it was elegant at the same time. You managed to combine the two so well, and that little hip hop break you put in, with the girls taking over… Hannah, that’s what I’m talking about, about bringing out the personality. You did it then. So it is there, within you.” Carrie Ann: “I loved it. I love these kind of dances, when you dance in sync like that, where you match each other’s lines. It was really powerful. And Hannah, I did feel it. Did you feel it?” Hannah: “I’m not a performer. I’m a girl on reality TV, and every time I come out here, I’m trying my hardest.” (She actually sounds like she is tearing up, which is actually good.)</p><p>Carrie Ann: “You hang in there, cause that’s what we want, more of that.”</p><p>JUDGES: 27 (out of 30)</p><p>Back when Derek Hugh was here, both teams always got 10s… #sigh</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiIjrvjUoUEQk5TNX1CUNHtQVQbqsYqZTwDSiOowDE1VREDK5czVpeTLlOxgs_MCepXVoZUyKqORgCgfsA-NgbFbXXeCSrEkGPV46P-E6gnYoQCUx1lgrnsmx50b8D8R1NWkZ6k3mlVUqzm0ePizDOJkHhwvEOEgJ-m24pDs5kiyIbYZavUuw" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="183" data-original-width="275" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiIjrvjUoUEQk5TNX1CUNHtQVQbqsYqZTwDSiOowDE1VREDK5czVpeTLlOxgs_MCepXVoZUyKqORgCgfsA-NgbFbXXeCSrEkGPV46P-E6gnYoQCUx1lgrnsmx50b8D8R1NWkZ6k3mlVUqzm0ePizDOJkHhwvEOEgJ-m24pDs5kiyIbYZavUuw=w640-h426" width="640" /></a></div><br /><b>Team Treat</b><p></p><p>Team Treat dances to “Sweet Dreams” by Beyoncé. Karamo, who LOVES Beyoncé (and just danced to her in his individual dance is “freaking out” at his luck at getting another one to dance to. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOWY9Oc1ga-C9ug8k9L28LaMwMte7AuuMtotZb5IoPC5SBRjuMGMVZuACiRB14ilHCz5WCj3moVNkQ3NzJ0sLpRmmEJCehthFVQ79CkIHT95STTfHXG_Xs9ZHWGD6L7oTTaniB2afmL8XbZI-Q_4MW8AWAyaEFWjiyCN-1uoAgytPm-Fn_Rw/s3261/58934782-7A6D-4C0D-8C06-7E9375AB9C13.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1717" data-original-width="3261" height="336" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOWY9Oc1ga-C9ug8k9L28LaMwMte7AuuMtotZb5IoPC5SBRjuMGMVZuACiRB14ilHCz5WCj3moVNkQ3NzJ0sLpRmmEJCehthFVQ79CkIHT95STTfHXG_Xs9ZHWGD6L7oTTaniB2afmL8XbZI-Q_4MW8AWAyaEFWjiyCN-1uoAgytPm-Fn_Rw/w640-h336/58934782-7A6D-4C0D-8C06-7E9375AB9C13.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoqaNq_WpBZCpHPWOJHdb3qh0xYBsW841U3sh3BaoZ6az0XdIs0hN-WARH-az48PomYdqMnVEK4_rfCC9mG5gCQs4ePXb0vByMBaOtNyuzTMrBm1L48ui8ZKi63T6gDVgW5xbJ5Fa5yDY_M7oRqntaGZ0u_2LXYtPQhO-DEx-Wx4tZZdfH7w/s2878/075E795A-C059-4907-A4AA-EAAEC176E03F.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2192" data-original-width="2878" height="488" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoqaNq_WpBZCpHPWOJHdb3qh0xYBsW841U3sh3BaoZ6az0XdIs0hN-WARH-az48PomYdqMnVEK4_rfCC9mG5gCQs4ePXb0vByMBaOtNyuzTMrBm1L48ui8ZKi63T6gDVgW5xbJ5Fa5yDY_M7oRqntaGZ0u_2LXYtPQhO-DEx-Wx4tZZdfH7w/w640-h488/075E795A-C059-4907-A4AA-EAAEC176E03F.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLyi1deNF9Ecp1lT7zyW5FJltexgZPAXHSKVtfiXEG6kF7V0VUheNUQsJAZ7XNbRYzOlw9uIKXEv7a9WABmeeNk7AHsZJ9TaUKQ86t0XwOBnOLLtKfwpFnq9T0Lq3FGxHUBzi4yaB7-AzxFRP3K35Utm_lGCur-KfAk9AhcDene2JBh_bYsQ/s2776/68452DF4-3C2A-4CDC-A32B-064305606E82.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2128" data-original-width="2776" height="490" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLyi1deNF9Ecp1lT7zyW5FJltexgZPAXHSKVtfiXEG6kF7V0VUheNUQsJAZ7XNbRYzOlw9uIKXEv7a9WABmeeNk7AHsZJ9TaUKQ86t0XwOBnOLLtKfwpFnq9T0Lq3FGxHUBzi4yaB7-AzxFRP3K35Utm_lGCur-KfAk9AhcDene2JBh_bYsQ/w640-h490/68452DF4-3C2A-4CDC-A32B-064305606E82.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p>To my eyes (well, first, the song isn’t as good as Team Trick’s was, IMHO) but the dance seemed more awkward, with not as much finesse in choreography. Although they clearly featured all of the “stars” in a solo, which I’m not clear the other group did. (It used to be one of the rules.) But the other dance was better overall.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgU1rPrvrVW32rhHYMZJow_saOQKllNXmYWglv6l7_EhBA4nuflebyhkMN5cfvHsNrLp1I3ngU-U0qimaoE1qR-KIHPNO8LAjtUkWD7-04tb7ORGw4vDpSny_rwOsKnpXyk0m5Fmy1s4APoDhvIbvFntwSebpyuQeMpJGNR0HXrCOcdBVXJJA/s1280/3295170D-EACD-464E-9572-83786D209586.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="604" data-original-width="1280" height="302" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgU1rPrvrVW32rhHYMZJow_saOQKllNXmYWglv6l7_EhBA4nuflebyhkMN5cfvHsNrLp1I3ngU-U0qimaoE1qR-KIHPNO8LAjtUkWD7-04tb7ORGw4vDpSny_rwOsKnpXyk0m5Fmy1s4APoDhvIbvFntwSebpyuQeMpJGNR0HXrCOcdBVXJJA/w640-h302/3295170D-EACD-464E-9572-83786D209586.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>Bruno: “That was nightmarishly entertaining. What a concept. I have to say not everyone was always on time. But I really enjoyed the effort.” Carrie Ann: “I loved the concept, but I’m gonna give Most Valuable Player to Kate, because you were dancing and keeping up with some of the best lady dancers in this business, and then you wrangled all the men, and you put ’em in place. And then you led that kickline. It was good.” Len: “I liked the fun of it. Wonderful entertainment. Congratulations.”</div><div><br /></div><div>JUDGES: 24 (out of 30)</div><div><br /></div><div>Tradition has it that the person going home is also from the losing Team Dance team…</div><div><br /></div><div>Who gores home tonight? Who are in the Bottom Two? Well, what do you know? Both are from Team Treat.</div><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiRxUN-3p5iy4ssXaKQOBJbA7YANArPhtkDokNACNEN59sglHSoynBQ53hS0JMrJ_zUTSkJbhRfiOiOVw4x1CBCZGs6CR61xs47zLOB9Fi3JQhy0nxn_GDTRdV13xeE8vWTbHIvvqKcfaxl8r2T93CN9vQq90_8_tjFK88og0KB7_3yeufhQQ" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="168" data-original-width="299" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiRxUN-3p5iy4ssXaKQOBJbA7YANArPhtkDokNACNEN59sglHSoynBQ53hS0JMrJ_zUTSkJbhRfiOiOVw4x1CBCZGs6CR61xs47zLOB9Fi3JQhy0nxn_GDTRdV13xeE8vWTbHIvvqKcfaxl8r2T93CN9vQq90_8_tjFK88og0KB7_3yeufhQQ=w640-h360" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p><b>MICHE’s Favorites of Halloween Night</b></p><p>1. Emma and James, Viennese waltz</p><p>2. Gleb and Lauren, Argentine tango</p><p>3. Alan and Hannah, jazz</p><p>4. Sasha and Ally, tango</p><p>5. Pasha and Kate, rumba</p><p>6. Jenna and Karamo, paso doble </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhfGLRrRyebTssh78txLFwd6XSIFdUm_K5-BqReIWL4HfJX2B1OOrfXJLts1mpAufaIi7OsPai10Thczp1FFVNnLih1fvpfzblVY-ky-vC-iwWrR1JkZdslD_5PQUVdh8tgIj8C0rsgFfut8UFDB9aY81WTFcl6tXMNc57avG5x1JwF-ZfvGg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="313" data-original-width="250" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhfGLRrRyebTssh78txLFwd6XSIFdUm_K5-BqReIWL4HfJX2B1OOrfXJLts1mpAufaIi7OsPai10Thczp1FFVNnLih1fvpfzblVY-ky-vC-iwWrR1JkZdslD_5PQUVdh8tgIj8C0rsgFfut8UFDB9aY81WTFcl6tXMNc57avG5x1JwF-ZfvGg=w512-h640" width="512" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p>Guess he’s not this week’s survivor after all…</p><p>***************************************************</p></div><div><br /></div>MicheBelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12153402057422544392noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3779897.post-10473447912994557252022-09-11T16:43:00.003-07:002022-09-11T16:43:41.768-07:00S028 Week 6: The Week Inexplicably with No Theme (and Inexcusably)<p> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhiHC2agRUFZ5y36LWA3xownSvPpYa-UNyq1Oys7ZSK6YdgBG1uTye5sPbL6Wk8gO31LbOZOMfUIwvsJsrnmNiJEuuVUot5iAxrZ2FS7erjU1wl5K-thfVdzh7e3L2jOtubTBkXRDxqSuvxHOZnlNP3DM3nPgVOVOX-wEE8f_5aBvMKn41JqQ" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img alt="" data-original-height="288" data-original-width="512" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhiHC2agRUFZ5y36LWA3xownSvPpYa-UNyq1Oys7ZSK6YdgBG1uTye5sPbL6Wk8gO31LbOZOMfUIwvsJsrnmNiJEuuVUot5iAxrZ2FS7erjU1wl5K-thfVdzh7e3L2jOtubTBkXRDxqSuvxHOZnlNP3DM3nPgVOVOX-wEE8f_5aBvMKn41JqQ=w640-h360" width="640" /></a><br />Twenty-eight seasons, each week with a theme, and suddenly they run out of creative juices and have no theme? WT actual F? How ridiculous is this? I know they have a new director, wanting to put his own mark on things, but this was inexcusable. We have weeks we rely upon. But ok, it is what it is, let’s proceeds with No Theme Week (listed on IMDB as simply “Week 6”). Sigh.</p><p><b>Sasha and Ally, quickstep</b></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiotILNQQ-YM5rhTe6ydB-4M0CKHjcvGIFsoBlLwVQuHsuVFwHQef2q0mfY6ly5ZhC3HyqT9n3Vz5A2JBlNRgCFsD40AQLxotl_DC5oaZrcDGhSjtnqKC1Lq_JmIPJjFNQjAPHKGtZCbB0P_-rupCCq90ByaMnlV1EnYi3UKtyIsjy8cy8hxg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="313" data-original-width="250" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiotILNQQ-YM5rhTe6ydB-4M0CKHjcvGIFsoBlLwVQuHsuVFwHQef2q0mfY6ly5ZhC3HyqT9n3Vz5A2JBlNRgCFsD40AQLxotl_DC5oaZrcDGhSjtnqKC1Lq_JmIPJjFNQjAPHKGtZCbB0P_-rupCCq90ByaMnlV1EnYi3UKtyIsjy8cy8hxg=w512-h640" width="512" /></a></div><br />The wondrous Sasha and Ally start us off in this no theme week by diving into the 80s. They start off with Ally in a blue box (to match her outfit) and Sasha in a yellow box. I don’t know what it was about it, but it really screamed 80s to me. All the creative lights and sets really worked for me too—the squares and circles merging… oh yes, the dance. I personally loved it. I love Ally and Sasha. At the end, Ally slipped a bit, but Sasha caught her gallantly.<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmDgQQ21ykuhGq5WiPuZTOosaF8q3PAtgU-cdSc01CRExfLcn1xrme-Qht5_tYYWSB6eciQ54mFV6dIXdx6uiLYIrBvKArZ7_siWxekG6DpTqPTvbE9PZgZKhZphA5yYUJEHegdp7XD7mvqZ5N6WOSeBKAL8woByGa73mXPhWyRzIwKXNvcw/s3719/CECBE591-FD96-4509-BD1D-784F3CEA0616.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1675" data-original-width="3719" height="288" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmDgQQ21ykuhGq5WiPuZTOosaF8q3PAtgU-cdSc01CRExfLcn1xrme-Qht5_tYYWSB6eciQ54mFV6dIXdx6uiLYIrBvKArZ7_siWxekG6DpTqPTvbE9PZgZKhZphA5yYUJEHegdp7XD7mvqZ5N6WOSeBKAL8woByGa73mXPhWyRzIwKXNvcw/w640-h288/CECBE591-FD96-4509-BD1D-784F3CEA0616.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>They were dancing the quickstep to AHA’s “Take On Me.”</p><p>Bruno and Carrie Ann think that Ally “lost synchronicity.” Len disagrees. Carrie Ann: “I love the concept, first of all. It’s very hard to start in two separate areas. You have excelled. The body contact was just gorgeous.” She says that she’s “not going to move her chair” (since she slipped and fell out of it last week). Len shocks Tom Bergeron by being the first to give them a 9.</p><p>JUDGES: 25 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Pasha and Kate, Viennese waltz</b></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgmZXofUwpRp53OluDf06FyLl7wv9Bsh363G8PiFnMPCEpojNxy4NaBAcdncUs3sXpICIyKQgBob0Q49X_AkoU7wHe0hjsPbZ14YJP6fdKAGZuqpbUvfoX2JhUgUhRT_1SEEsLhiJNn3pean-PWjyjFI0W6CH8bZ_MPGCf1RluFEUPzQJ5IIg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="273" data-original-width="250" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgmZXofUwpRp53OluDf06FyLl7wv9Bsh363G8PiFnMPCEpojNxy4NaBAcdncUs3sXpICIyKQgBob0Q49X_AkoU7wHe0hjsPbZ14YJP6fdKAGZuqpbUvfoX2JhUgUhRT_1SEEsLhiJNn3pean-PWjyjFI0W6CH8bZ_MPGCf1RluFEUPzQJ5IIg=w587-h640" width="587" /></a></div><br />Don’t they both look so beautiful? I Love this couple. I was rooting so hard for them all season. I really really really wanted them to win. Pasha’s choreography with Kate Flannery was nothing short of brilliant, all season long. Every dance they danced (to me) was magical. And the Viennese waltz? Swoon. It’s so hard to do a proper Viennese waltz. I loved this dance so much.<p></p><p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgVyi9ogAaWF4uzE-XIGU0ZpyaHtQSvHEziTxVHDvRS_X2qghypdA09V1y0FVsErXbxDOxNDnkuQXtKkqBYlVDmw-wFj0GtVcCYYgHrDQg-BhTbtT7V5Ak5sQiypy2lQbNhRD11Qok1PhRu_z848LlH9hcFLFhemSdfXCra-vcQc_ZMdvO1nA" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="" data-original-height="375" data-original-width="250" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgVyi9ogAaWF4uzE-XIGU0ZpyaHtQSvHEziTxVHDvRS_X2qghypdA09V1y0FVsErXbxDOxNDnkuQXtKkqBYlVDmw-wFj0GtVcCYYgHrDQg-BhTbtT7V5Ak5sQiypy2lQbNhRD11Qok1PhRu_z848LlH9hcFLFhemSdfXCra-vcQc_ZMdvO1nA=w427-h640" width="427" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"></td></tr></tbody></table><br />They danced to Whitney Houston’s “I Have Nothing.” It was breathtaking.</p><p>JUDGES: 27 (out of 30)</p><p>Kate even says: “Pasha is amazing. He knows how to get me to do what I need to do.” (And she did all those spins while suffering from vertigo.) Wow.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjTrPco61VTyf5L6jy_1A1cOtRM-r0HDm7549pz-gK_UN9toBESTqcovwDsvHrWMwZ39XyNPegMweQ1iP9MaFVpDgp0V2IlSNR8UD6i72J7A5p36c3A0FwPc5dCtIRYNhtdgWu7Ibd96T4m95hg9_iimHeqdlp2I8y3oWQvel1ZbPkPvn8CCw" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="420" data-original-width="800" height="336" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjTrPco61VTyf5L6jy_1A1cOtRM-r0HDm7549pz-gK_UN9toBESTqcovwDsvHrWMwZ39XyNPegMweQ1iP9MaFVpDgp0V2IlSNR8UD6i72J7A5p36c3A0FwPc5dCtIRYNhtdgWu7Ibd96T4m95hg9_iimHeqdlp2I8y3oWQvel1ZbPkPvn8CCw=w640-h336" width="640" /></a></div><br /><b>Witney and Kel, quickstep</b><p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjGf-jPKbcxkhTwDmb22cjFgl_ez586uzGLlWgCrbQnJct3rnRpDhvzulAno-zgrF_tt0G8T3TSb8AppnzYwne6XyCfqBZ-G4dSe4ZjkKFjIPjn11TzusuChqobzaNXFkmtv6CHx3FmD2xdXDb6Q0icaAykkB-vyskoMebabk3tXfN9UAqaXw" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="356" data-original-width="250" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjGf-jPKbcxkhTwDmb22cjFgl_ez586uzGLlWgCrbQnJct3rnRpDhvzulAno-zgrF_tt0G8T3TSb8AppnzYwne6XyCfqBZ-G4dSe4ZjkKFjIPjn11TzusuChqobzaNXFkmtv6CHx3FmD2xdXDb6Q0icaAykkB-vyskoMebabk3tXfN9UAqaXw=w451-h640" width="451" /></a></div><br />Maybe this started out as an 80s Week, but then it fell apart? Kel and Witney are dancing to Stevie Wonder’s “Part-Time Lover.” After the sublime pastry that was Kate and Pasha’s Viennese waltz, this seemed like a bit of a mess to me. Didn’t like it at all.<p></p><p>Len: “I thought the routine was terrific. Kel, I congratulate you on your dancing, however, there was a major incident over here. I thought you did an amazing job. Quickstep’s a hard dance. It was fast, it was clean.” This misstep, which Witney blames on her dress (and <i>DWTS</i> always makes dresses too long, and dancers trip over them), makes Witney cry backstage with Erin. Aw. Boo boo.</p><p>JUDGES: 26 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Jenna and Karamo, contemporary</b></p><p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEh-QFod_GZPC-JpSj4Q4qnC_aXoQrOqlYw3YuTLpAhxtXy69ofqGdoOusfw6k1q1yZVJxDyEHETPSvsRvK42ITGBVVvHWhlxH2gDOn_HPWDjLYZTknu9A5MqvXNgUr2p0qh1z_SguhRR09FbZjNl0MQlXDd_dbZpaHbCtRL3ZZRVlkRszVGvA" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="" data-original-height="357" data-original-width="634" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEh-QFod_GZPC-JpSj4Q4qnC_aXoQrOqlYw3YuTLpAhxtXy69ofqGdoOusfw6k1q1yZVJxDyEHETPSvsRvK42ITGBVVvHWhlxH2gDOn_HPWDjLYZTknu9A5MqvXNgUr2p0qh1z_SguhRR09FbZjNl0MQlXDd_dbZpaHbCtRL3ZZRVlkRszVGvA=w640-h360" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"></td></tr></tbody></table>Jenna Johnson is the Queen of Contemporary on this show. To my eyes, no one does it better. For me personally though, it’s my least favorite dance on this show. But what they did was beautiful. Very moving. Karamo dedicated it to his dad, whom he had been out of touch with. (Kind of bizarre because they danced to “Someone You Loved” by Lewis Capaldi, and the lyrics are of a romantic nature.)<br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEg902GmYvXLPHQjzm4ABQLOy2HmcytfU6_tTG3qpIictGXn0zJ0C3qB36ESrpdt0Ily9f3azVkwFk6TbXLnXRQRFo39_YxRz8UuHZmGJd2TyFbucX7yBY1QZq72923hHNiCY-GZykvCJHc_BxeudwiyUYnqSu2D-GnCX00ckWjmMXOqCPPFZA" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="273" data-original-width="250" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEg902GmYvXLPHQjzm4ABQLOy2HmcytfU6_tTG3qpIictGXn0zJ0C3qB36ESrpdt0Ily9f3azVkwFk6TbXLnXRQRFo39_YxRz8UuHZmGJd2TyFbucX7yBY1QZq72923hHNiCY-GZykvCJHc_BxeudwiyUYnqSu2D-GnCX00ckWjmMXOqCPPFZA=w587-h640" width="587" /></a></div><br />Lots of folks are getting their first 9s this week.<p></p><p>JUDGES: 25 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Alan and Hannah, samba</b></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEghBi7e6i2xvJrSInrUzgC0bJUezkGBQdUqxXEvcWd6M759Jz_M-ZzmDwj8xWNuuq0xclW4GOB1ciYyBi7Pm5nEuEmREhnLL558LbRcOm5HEZuA6YgMsFL4klfTL1Nc4DG4w-7_zlM1U_je61ltwpvw-p436LaxTIHli7ZGBS2rwIF3KammpA" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="313" data-original-width="250" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEghBi7e6i2xvJrSInrUzgC0bJUezkGBQdUqxXEvcWd6M759Jz_M-ZzmDwj8xWNuuq0xclW4GOB1ciYyBi7Pm5nEuEmREhnLL558LbRcOm5HEZuA6YgMsFL4klfTL1Nc4DG4w-7_zlM1U_je61ltwpvw-p436LaxTIHli7ZGBS2rwIF3KammpA=w512-h640" width="512" /></a></div><br />The more I think about it, the more MOST of this show seems like it was supposed to be an 80s theme. And then SOME PEOPLE decided not to do that. Yes, I’m looking at you, Hannah Brown, dancing to Carrie Underwood.<p></p><p>Although we do get a primo shirt-ripping-open moment from Alan, so there’s that.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjN-3kg-3Tu8VKoqCDwlRv9fCLqJ5iEu7zu4FtjF80JGco9zcfBVhnLbBcP_CeDWh21FQbVQFMbncUtKQgqcKqYOwFOnO118jQMv1BdZ9OjqjPYmeQkSq5R0eAeAurRLCeHbxhT2DPIrbZZMqR90NR2eDqKMYmDos6f2TAEgL5ALIwnQTouSg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="300" data-original-width="300" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjN-3kg-3Tu8VKoqCDwlRv9fCLqJ5iEu7zu4FtjF80JGco9zcfBVhnLbBcP_CeDWh21FQbVQFMbncUtKQgqcKqYOwFOnO118jQMv1BdZ9OjqjPYmeQkSq5R0eAeAurRLCeHbxhT2DPIrbZZMqR90NR2eDqKMYmDos6f2TAEgL5ALIwnQTouSg=w640-h640" width="640" /></a></div><br /><b>Val and Sailor, jive</b><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFS9eHi0rAmRd-woyqZaJL3rA4meKx9EoMx7C_Pt444SO5Nm_J2Jj8GJKRhlWxnh1LIofTyN1P99wLsIHT-7L2QW886FJzD-yNYGGwinKFxohObbKtHcbIG6MAXebL6Bj1UiXrS0Ze-WXEXnWZ_Hlt_FKumcILGX6uC6b7xM74YJUfKUEjgw/s480/sailor-brinkley-cook-dwts-elimination-1571710746%20copy.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="479" data-original-width="480" height="638" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFS9eHi0rAmRd-woyqZaJL3rA4meKx9EoMx7C_Pt444SO5Nm_J2Jj8GJKRhlWxnh1LIofTyN1P99wLsIHT-7L2QW886FJzD-yNYGGwinKFxohObbKtHcbIG6MAXebL6Bj1UiXrS0Ze-WXEXnWZ_Hlt_FKumcILGX6uC6b7xM74YJUfKUEjgw/w640-h638/sailor-brinkley-cook-dwts-elimination-1571710746%20copy.png" width="640" /></a></div><p>Again back to our (possible) 80s theme, we have Val and Sailor dancing a jive to WHAM’s “Wake Me Up (Before You Go Go).”</p><p>Vsl Chmerkovskiy is one of the best (if not THE best) choreographer on this show. What I love most about him is that he really HEARS the lyrics and punctuates them in the dance. It’s truly brilliant. Plus, the steps! The choreography in this dance was just amazing. Some of the best jive I’ve ever seen. So damn good. And Sailor kept right up with him. Wonderful dance.</p><p>I loved it so much.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEibfXuW7-1jp2QamVDQHTu8v6slYWkQeHsYnlnNyJaqQ2pw2lcJNAQQmWkPsJZFvDCPGC8S33IHd1CYxO-wcwZxQ0PkRpqsbhzxRhRWH2ANyTrjChcyxU3QKTOU0DR6EtpKtn4LiPdcQZVM6RvBBBvvLY5-Aya9Bk0qoAeRI8xJaL2NIOjCiw" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="360" data-original-width="620" height="372" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEibfXuW7-1jp2QamVDQHTu8v6slYWkQeHsYnlnNyJaqQ2pw2lcJNAQQmWkPsJZFvDCPGC8S33IHd1CYxO-wcwZxQ0PkRpqsbhzxRhRWH2ANyTrjChcyxU3QKTOU0DR6EtpKtn4LiPdcQZVM6RvBBBvvLY5-Aya9Bk0qoAeRI8xJaL2NIOjCiw=w640-h372" width="640" /></a></div><br />JUDGES: 27 (out of 30)<p></p><p><b>Lindsay and Sean, Viennese waltz</b></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjse2ipzfb5grwoKLRJXVpA-C5Fc0ubsG6QRBy3w82o-sNq-vhFi2Vrj8njflcN8OPwMDHpp0DNs2yKJSqkdgYYAuIKxmGPZJMx5rxIQhwPU6Ti8zM_JK6WtK4W0Vh7uNufdy69t1mbpsWyhlju6bdYG9vwq-Q_EbJihRLkuP2owY4jxf6w6w" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="375" data-original-width="250" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjse2ipzfb5grwoKLRJXVpA-C5Fc0ubsG6QRBy3w82o-sNq-vhFi2Vrj8njflcN8OPwMDHpp0DNs2yKJSqkdgYYAuIKxmGPZJMx5rxIQhwPU6Ti8zM_JK6WtK4W0Vh7uNufdy69t1mbpsWyhlju6bdYG9vwq-Q_EbJihRLkuP2owY4jxf6w6w=w427-h640" width="427" /></a></div><br />Ugh. Just typing that makes me cringe. Viennese waltz? Sean Spicer? Ugh. Especially after the luminous and wonderful Viennese waltz we had earlier with Kate and Pasha.<p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjZ9gFNT9vMJ73ZIytnOeLxUPEtMgAtsLuBZ4uxCIz8nG19KC7jItyLsWbMsffo9ynG-wiSUkzoQ9XjddZx7TzUJlsrcjM6YzPmIUZHfKIwQpWyRt7fH0BHLk3jBb8YQC4QzMh6FnWXXh8uOY0SHRo1Lp6_LV6ZQpBj1XqkzgFlOUi-9zfKlQ" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="272" data-original-width="250" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjZ9gFNT9vMJ73ZIytnOeLxUPEtMgAtsLuBZ4uxCIz8nG19KC7jItyLsWbMsffo9ynG-wiSUkzoQ9XjddZx7TzUJlsrcjM6YzPmIUZHfKIwQpWyRt7fH0BHLk3jBb8YQC4QzMh6FnWXXh8uOY0SHRo1Lp6_LV6ZQpBj1XqkzgFlOUi-9zfKlQ=w589-h640" width="589" /></a></div><br />As expected, it was a train wreck. Please avert your eyes. Luckily, Lindsay did all the Viennese waltz type steps and Sean mostly walked around. Ugh.<p></p><p>JUDGES: 21 (out of 30)</p><p><b>Emma and James, samba</b></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvcstovO4pp2hL1qVUKtXdnJF5zi44ZX37KgRsll3EwnxQGAGJ8dJ1OxqdXs0zH5QVVTSswIFtIQFQkwLkNx4rREONNugV98BfeRcIeFtLbBHWwHpQr1fIg2wp4IjvzFEfy67j5DJ7z0qCHrpdek5zW4oBqFniCeCqLkevTpT3FrV18hY6zw/s3638/2BC5835C-EC3D-48CA-A760-F3CF69B1DECC.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2209" data-original-width="3638" height="388" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvcstovO4pp2hL1qVUKtXdnJF5zi44ZX37KgRsll3EwnxQGAGJ8dJ1OxqdXs0zH5QVVTSswIFtIQFQkwLkNx4rREONNugV98BfeRcIeFtLbBHWwHpQr1fIg2wp4IjvzFEfy67j5DJ7z0qCHrpdek5zW4oBqFniCeCqLkevTpT3FrV18hY6zw/w640-h388/2BC5835C-EC3D-48CA-A760-F3CF69B1DECC.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br />The<b> </b>lighting designer deserves a medal for this amazing lighting design. (Tell me again how this wasn’t supposed to be 80s Week…)<p></p><p>Ah, but to the samba. It’s wonderful.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEi_yxg4ddIAM6vwPLxQ13ddbUk95E7rSYCjjYPLCYefnUd_Qa5Uzq-QjJKGIVzBGmJ47MnbAbcOt2BhF7J476KHgS3sKXk_VNHPhGe7jp29UigdOGx0l3XVhdS5JE1ID6pWDbfVP7MFZ1lk-7fO0w3aJ5ALe8RT45fd_AXf-Egif4cehlk2KA" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="272" data-original-width="250" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEi_yxg4ddIAM6vwPLxQ13ddbUk95E7rSYCjjYPLCYefnUd_Qa5Uzq-QjJKGIVzBGmJ47MnbAbcOt2BhF7J476KHgS3sKXk_VNHPhGe7jp29UigdOGx0l3XVhdS5JE1ID6pWDbfVP7MFZ1lk-7fO0w3aJ5ALe8RT45fd_AXf-Egif4cehlk2KA=w589-h640" width="589" /></a></div><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLlbVrpJSYVdUQ-5lju2zqItw6_kf9CKP8HHarM7_orxLzmuML6TK3xjqZ4ItfaBuoF8LbuV1ZcubGcein1kIicbaLdtXBq2JYpHc8cluWKv03Bfk65EkzTTKKN0RMukZgfpRGLdQIve3fpZoKTJnO3B0klTLZ-Ghq9AOrVl_yePWy6Hr8Qw/s3606/9E2D8B9D-A4D3-46E7-A997-3D3E6387FE51.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2118" data-original-width="3606" height="376" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLlbVrpJSYVdUQ-5lju2zqItw6_kf9CKP8HHarM7_orxLzmuML6TK3xjqZ4ItfaBuoF8LbuV1ZcubGcein1kIicbaLdtXBq2JYpHc8cluWKv03Bfk65EkzTTKKN0RMukZgfpRGLdQIve3fpZoKTJnO3B0klTLZ-Ghq9AOrVl_yePWy6Hr8Qw/w640-h376/9E2D8B9D-A4D3-46E7-A997-3D3E6387FE51.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Bet you thought James Van Der Beek couldn’t shake his hips, samba-style? Well, you’d be wrong. It was blissful to watch, with all the samba moves you’d expect (and many you wouldn’t). Did you know that people on <i>DWTS</i> rarely incorporate the hand movements that go with samba? Well, James did.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZq3dbhvhnTZAz44akarrTleUAzGyFMLe0Suy-X1nh1M0q03rQZ3bJKqHCM9p2y9TaK20jPpDcdvREscSWWSL0LQM9X95SpCmHfwkf2ya39O3aG3XUmDn1soOS3kPNOwLa0DE2QzTUQhkI5W9_vEkZHGOmiLnQ3aMC3IVo3gycJFlhhWKShQ/s3480/66E78E5D-AC29-4E66-9B60-817FF9A5D719.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2111" data-original-width="3480" height="388" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZq3dbhvhnTZAz44akarrTleUAzGyFMLe0Suy-X1nh1M0q03rQZ3bJKqHCM9p2y9TaK20jPpDcdvREscSWWSL0LQM9X95SpCmHfwkf2ya39O3aG3XUmDn1soOS3kPNOwLa0DE2QzTUQhkI5W9_vEkZHGOmiLnQ3aMC3IVo3gycJFlhhWKShQ/w640-h388/66E78E5D-AC29-4E66-9B60-817FF9A5D719.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p>JUDGES: 27 (out of 30)</p><p>Erin mentions that they are at the top of the Leader Board. (They are combining last week’s scores with this week’s, since no one went home on Disney Night.)</p><p>They deserve it. That dance was really spectacular.</p><p><b>Gleb and Lauren, contemporary</b></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEj9devnqgpzvnu-lgrZScFj7G5XFbEXK-JNIuJQ9bsKS_pcnc1e-OA-hR3aYb4A76KrJ9wGWP8oGDkelFffu1kOSfXmX_xTJqQ8R9DVOVvotut-CBasWWukgUAOXH2NpmmhDm1THE3fZb3zEqKaessrSuK0O-1nx53uy-V-UXIRCmF31MjmUg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEj9devnqgpzvnu-lgrZScFj7G5XFbEXK-JNIuJQ9bsKS_pcnc1e-OA-hR3aYb4A76KrJ9wGWP8oGDkelFffu1kOSfXmX_xTJqQ8R9DVOVvotut-CBasWWukgUAOXH2NpmmhDm1THE3fZb3zEqKaessrSuK0O-1nx53uy-V-UXIRCmF31MjmUg=w640-h480" width="640" /></a></div><br />So, one of the things that was lost with this new director is that we used to have a day where everyone got out their emotional stuff, usually in the third or fourth week. The whole night was one of sobbing. I miss that.<p></p><p>This dance hits on many of my <i>DWTS</i> pet peeves: contemporary dance, sobby emotional messes and worst of all, a singer performing their own song. UGH. I was unmoved by this dance.</p><p>But let’s proceed.</p><p>JUDGES: 26 (out of 30)</p><p>Now, at this point, after seeing so many great dances tonight, you’d be thinking: “Well, OF COURSE, Sean Spicer is the one going home. He’s TERRIBLE.” Well, you’d be wrong.</p><p>I have learned that when they have these right-wing nut jobs on, there is a large contingent of Americans who vote them up just for sport, irrelevant of how they are actually dancing. Which is truly tragic, and unfair to the great dancers of the night. As is the case tonight.</p><p>The two couples in the Bottom Two were people who danced the best tonight: Ally/Sasha and Sailor/Val. As they were announced, I heard America SCREAMING at their TVs: “Not Sean Spicer? WTF?”</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmYrJ9WzjgONGltYIB25XMIbWPefpM-k8RyhKrtLRD9Yu3cQY5ZzIpMrZcvn96X2_zzecnxvZ_L70kQt6REwtJvukevSP4gOxK4u87kWH4GcrA6s5_9Eg_x20oo9AI6ff-jeNCqWTPEuE91BGJSVhMvgPJTGm9RIa_-8tnf_Z25M-sqQIIcQ/s608/sailor-brinkley-cook-val-chmerkovskiy-abc-ml-191022_hpMain_1x1_608.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="608" data-original-width="608" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmYrJ9WzjgONGltYIB25XMIbWPefpM-k8RyhKrtLRD9Yu3cQY5ZzIpMrZcvn96X2_zzecnxvZ_L70kQt6REwtJvukevSP4gOxK4u87kWH4GcrA6s5_9Eg_x20oo9AI6ff-jeNCqWTPEuE91BGJSVhMvgPJTGm9RIa_-8tnf_Z25M-sqQIIcQ/w640-h640/sailor-brinkley-cook-val-chmerkovskiy-abc-ml-191022_hpMain_1x1_608.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="text-align: left;">Nope. My favorite dancers of the night go home. So sad. And poor Sailor was beside herself. She couldn’t stop crying. Understandably. How can you do so well (and watch someone who clearly sucks) and you’re the one going home? It’s a hard <i>DWTS</i> lesson. Sorry, Sailor. You deserved better.</span></div><p></p><p><b>MICHE’s Favorites of Week 6 (NO theme night, maybe shoulda been an 80s Night?)</b></p><p>1. Val and Sailor, jive </p><p>2. Pasha and Kate, Viennese waltz </p><p>3. Sasha and Ally, quickstep</p><p>4. Emma and James, samba</p><p>5. Jenna and Karamo, contemporary</p><p>6. Alan and Hannah, samba</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj89fl9Sw0k0ym9EQmm3VdHA2Biwq9dG5fKhq_RjzlCBe5nxTp9SZ130D9xFjvPvduTQiPat7LXGmJZHfqyXWuuIfsgi7wcwtxHw7pG1iCwOXjUIImU1VxBtjQb7G7te0z9NF59l0MWdRncxFeITpbp4rcD1LDQyjFhfYuyehoeeY8FcnyBnw/s992/191022_gma_dwts3_hpMain_16x9_992.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="558" data-original-width="992" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj89fl9Sw0k0ym9EQmm3VdHA2Biwq9dG5fKhq_RjzlCBe5nxTp9SZ130D9xFjvPvduTQiPat7LXGmJZHfqyXWuuIfsgi7wcwtxHw7pG1iCwOXjUIImU1VxBtjQb7G7te0z9NF59l0MWdRncxFeITpbp4rcD1LDQyjFhfYuyehoeeY8FcnyBnw/w640-h360/191022_gma_dwts3_hpMain_16x9_992.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><p>**********************************</p><p><br /></p>MicheBelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12153402057422544392noreply@blogger.com0