If you need further proof that the FOX dance competition, So You Think You Can Dance, returning for it’s 14th season this summer, is getting back to it’s roots, consider that FOX announced Mary Murphy will be returning to the panel.
The show dropped Murphy, a former ballroom dancer, when it switched to a studio vs street format that eliminated ballroom dance from the competition. Murphy’s return is a signal that the style will be definitely be making a comeback in this summer’s over 18 competition. Having said that, I’m a little sad that Paula Abdul’s upcoming tour will keep her off the panel. Maybe she’ll make a surprise appearance or two.
Mary Murphy will return as judge on the hit unscripted series So You Think You Can Dance for its 14th season, premiering this summer on FOX. The new season also will feature returning host Cat Deeley and judge Nigel Lythgoe. An additional judge will be announced soon.
“I am thrilled that Mary will return to So You Think You Can Dance and I’m sure the fans will be, as well. She brings an energy and enthusiasm that’s contagious and I can’t wait for her to join me on the judging panel. I’ve got a pair of earplugs ready, and another for our third resident judge, as well,” said Lythgoe, who also is an executive producer on the series.
This season, highly-skilled dancers between the ages of 18-30 will showcase their talents in various dance styles, including contemporary, tap, hip-hop, ballroom, animation, breaking and more. The Top 10 dancers will be paired up with All-Stars who will guide them throughout the competition as they vie for America’s votes and the title of America’s Favorite Dancer.
All potential contestants are encouraged to register at the online audition portal https://
NEW YORK AUDITION INFORMATION
Although the deadline to register for a scheduled audition time in New York was Sunday, Feb. 19, aspiring contestants are encouraged to show up on Saturday, March 4 to audition in-person beginning at 7:00 AM at the Gelsey Kirkland Academy of Classical Ballet in Brooklyn, NY.
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New York, NY Saturday, March 4 Gelsey Kirkland Academy of Classical Ballet
Brooklyn, NY 11201
LOS ANGELES AUDITION INFORMATION
The deadline to register in advance for a scheduled time to audition in Los Angeles is Sunday, March 5. Again, dancers are welcome to audition in-person in Los Angeles on Friday, March 17, at the Orpheum Theatre, beginning at 7:00 AM. Please check fox.com/dance for official rules and additional details.
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Los Angeles, CA Friday, March 17 Orpheum Theatre
7:00 AM 842 Broadway
Los Angeles, CA 90014
Dancers must be no younger than 18 or older than 30 years of age on the first day they register online for auditions. Dancers must provide legal, valid proof of age when they register for auditions. Check https://
