This is another crammed episode. After two dancers (Artem
and Melissa) are eliminated, each of the remaining six couples dances twice and
every dancer dances a solo. The judges (Nigel, Mia, Mary, and Dan) are once
again commenting on every dance, but we still don't get any rehearsal packages.
I never thought I'd say this, but I really miss the rehearsal packages. First
of all, that's the only way, as a rule, that we get to find out who choreographed
the dances. Most of the choreographers from Season 1 don't stick around, but it
still seems only fair that they get acknowledged. Second, I like learning what
kind of story is behind the dance, and what kind of stylistic elements to look
for. It gives me some sense of what to watch for.
This blog is exactly what it sounds like - my comments as I re-watch every episode of SYTYCD, from the very first audition. So if you're interested in thinking about how the show has grown, or how well former dances (and dancers and judges) hold up, please join me!
