Dancers, we can all breathe a collective sigh of relief—our beloved “So You Think You Can Dance” has just been renewed for a sensational 17th season. So You Think You Can Dance on Instagram: “#SYTYCD is coming back for SEASON 17 on @foxtv! 💃 Have what it takes to be America’s Favorite Dancer? Audition in […]
Given the endless hours dancers spend together in classes, rehearsals, and performances, it makes sense that onstage chemistry frequently leads to romance IRL. Sometimes the resulting relationships go beyond stage magic. Serious dance power couples not only perform together, but also collaborate on choreographic projects, embark on joint national tours, and even partner up for […]
In April 2015, Alyssa Allen found herself in a nearly unprecedented position. It was Vegas Week on Season 12 of “So You Think You Can Dance,” she was a clear favorite for the show’s Top 20—and she respectfully declined the opportunity. In a conversation with judge Nigel Lythgoe, Allen said she strongly believed she should […]
On Monday, September 16, 2019, at precisely 6:59 pm Pacific Standard Time, 19-year-old Bailey Muñoz was named America’s Favorite Dancer. The confetti fell from above the “So You Think You Can Dance” stage, and Bailey was immediately smothered in congratulatory hugs from his nine fellow finalists. As he was hoisted high in celebration, the audience […]
As an audience member, it’s easy to overlook how much work went into the performance onstage—a dancer’s job is to make it look effortless, after all. But every pro has tackled a role that made them doubt themselves, whether by testing their stamina, pushing them out of their comfort zones, or touching on their vulnerabilities […]
Bailey Muñoz’s journey to stardom on “So You Think You Can Dance” may have seemed instantaneous (he and his partner Mariah Russell quickly won over viewers’ hearts and became the last two contestants standing). But as it turns out, Bailey’s been showing off his b-boy chops on TV for longer than you’d think: He competed […]
Just like that, another season of “So You Think You Can Dance” has come to an end (congrats, Bailey Muñoz!). But while we’re sad Season 16 is over, we’re already dream casting the next season. Here are six dancers we hope to see slaying it on our TV screens next year. Sarah “Smac” McCreanor hey […]
It’s been 14 years (!) since “So You Think You Can Dance” first graced our television screens. Over its 16 seasons, the prolific show has presented hundreds of routines. And many of them have been jump-off-your-couch-and-cheer great. “SYT” numbers regularly wow viewers, win Emmy Awards, and launch the careers of dancers and choreographers. So in […]