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It appears that no one wants to work on the Christmas week, so we’ll have six contestants in the finale this season. Hopefull this is the only season that gets twisted so much, I want to see more dances!

The show opens with a Sonya routine, and it’s awesome as her previous works are. Watching her pieces is like seeing a live photograph. Seven dancers (apparently Ashleigh is not cleared by her doctor yet) run and leap and throw each other around the stage.

The four male dancers are brought onto the stage first. Russell is first to receive his result, and he’s safe and in the finale. Then Legacy finds out that he’s in the bottom two. It comes down to Jakob and Ryan, and the result is no shocker at all. Jakob moves into the finale, while Ryan is in danger. Hard to predict how American vote, but my bet is still on Legacy.

The four femail dancers then take the stage to find out what American voted. Kathryn is the first one that makes to the finale. Ellenore has to dance a solo later, as she’s in the bottom two. Then it’s down to Mollee and Ashleigh, despite Mollee had an outstanding night, the American played the pity card and Ashleigh is put through to the finale. (Ryan fell to the floor when he saw what happened. ) This really shocks me.

A Korean group performs, I have no love for Korean trash, fast forward.

Then it’s solo time:
Legacy shows his b-boy skills to an extreme level. I believe he’s got a bright future even if he does make into the finale.
The weird Ellenore is back, and I love watching her solo.
Ryan does the same movements as he did the previous night.
Mollee’s immaturity is her own enemy. There is no doubt she has grown a lot in this competition, but she needs experiences.

Before results time, Kris Allen performs, not bad.

Results time. The female dancer that’s leaving is… Mollee. Biggest shock of the season! And the male dancer leaving is Legacy.

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The show begins with the introduction of every contestants, and we all notice that someone is missing, Ashleigh. She is then brought on the stage with her arm in a sling. Bad news, she injured her shoulder earlier in the rehearsal, the doctor would not clear her to perform despite she’s feeling good and begging. Anyway, the audience still have to vote for her if they want her to continue to the finale next week.

Yes, next week is the finale of this season. They’ve changed the rule, which is really bad. I want to watch more performances!

The dancers drew new partners this week and perform two routines and a solo as they used to. Here’s how it all goes down.

First couple, Ryan and Kathryn, Disco, by Dorianna Sanchez. What’s great to start a dance show? Yes, a fun, high energetic Disco routine that gets the crowd going. Ryan’s ballroom training background makes him a great partner for everyone. Though this is not the best Dorianna Disco routine, it still delivers what you would expect to see. A good start of the night.

Second, Jakob and Mollee, Viennese Waltz, by Jason Gilkison. Best Viennese Waltz of all seasons, ever. This is the first time that a Viennese Waltz makes me exciting, and I doubt anyone else can choreograph such a beautiful, flawless routine with excitement. The dancing is so breathtaking and flowing that I’d want it to continue for hours.

Third, Legacy and Ellenore, contemporary, by Travis Wall. He just did it again, Travis is really a very talented dancer and choreographer. This a contemporary routine that we won’t see that often. It’s dangerous, angry, aggressive and exciting. Both Ellenore and Legacy dance very well, and they are into their characters. The only thing that worries me is that some people might not get used to the other side of contemporary.

Fourth, Russell and Rachel (Shane’s assistant), Hip Hop, by Shane Sparks. Shane’s back with another great piece. Although only having less than a day with his new partner, Russell hits it out of the park. From beginning to the end, he’s hard hitting and attacks every move. It’s a pity that we could not see the chemistry between him and Ashleigh, which I believe would be amazingly good. Anyway, like Nigel says, I believe he’ll be in the finale as well.

Fifth, Ryan and Kathryn, Cha Cha, by Jason Gilkison. Jason is the man tonight, what a smoking cha cha! There is no doubt that Ryan execute a great performance in his own style. What amazes us is that Kathryn steps it up, like a pro. The movements, steps, and lifts areextraordinary, and they show how great the chemistry is between the two.

Sixth, Jakob and Mollee, Broadway, by Joey Dowling. I have to disagree with the judges on some degrees. This is not a great broadway routine overall, the opening is a bit boring, I only get a bit excited when they take off their coats. Compared to the waltz, this one fails for me. But I believe they will be safe.

Seventh, Legacy and Ellenore, Hip Hop, by Tabitha and Napoleon D’Umo. A weird, alien-inspired piece. Worst routine choreographed by this couple. I love their numbers in previous seasons very much, but this one, not even impresses me a bit. There is no elements of Hip Hop in this dance, and it doesn’t show off anything from the two. I really doubt they would be in great danger.

Eighth, Russell and Alicia (Nakul’s assistant), Bollywood, by Nakul Dev Mahajan. There is no story in this number, it’s just pure dancing. But I still enjoy it very much. Russell’s spirit is very high, which is realy great for such routine. It makes people exciting. Not to mention that with no training background, he manages to execute those steps and lifts very well.

THE SOLOS

No solo for Ashleigh, I really doubt that people would pick up phones and vote for her.
Jackob is technically the best dancer this season. However, he’s lacking a bit of emotions, which might not get him relate to the audience.
Best solo of Mollee, If she could choose some other outfit, it would be perfect.
Legacy always wow us with his movements, this time with a phone, hoping that people would vote him.
It seems that Ellenore tries to get out of her alien world, but she fails.
Russell busts out in a Santa Claus outfit, which makes me laugh. Though he loses his shoe and his strength quite a few seconds later, still, I love him.
Kathryn has grown quite a lot after all these weeks, and as the judges say, she peaks at the right moment.
Ryan’s solo is not that impressive, but he tugs at our heartstrings by begging fans to vote for his wife. How sweet he is.

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This was the 100th episode of So You Think You Can Dance, and quite a few guests showed up to commemorate it.

First was the top 8 grouped for the last time, choreographed by Mia Michaels. A bit weird routine by her, but it’s entertaining.

Then it’s time for the girls. Melissa was safe, thanks to her second memorable dance. Kayla was in the bottom two, despite she did quite great the previous night. Jeanine was safe too. It was a great shock to see Janette in the bottom two.

Hok and Jaime took the stage to perform the hummingbird and the flower from season 3.

And time for the boys. Ade and Evans were safe, putting Jason and Brandon in the bottom two.

Travis and Heidi performed “The Bench” for us again. Both them and Hok and Jaime were as good as they were, glad to see that.

Wade Robson led the top 8 of season 2 to perform Ramalama after each bottom four danced their solo.

And then it’s the long awaiting Katie Holmes performance, which I wasn’t that fond of.

Judgement time, Janette was sent home. Biggest shock of the season, even Nigel said that she should win this season. What a frekking moment of the 100th episode…

Jason was cut as well.

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Ellen Degeneres appeared as a guest in the judge panel, and it was a really fun night, her jokes had made the contestants and us forgot some of the judges’ mean comments.

The night started with a group performance choreographed by Travis, we all loved it. It’s good to see a former contestant grow up.

First up, was Evan and Janette, Jazz. Not the typical Sonya weird routine, not as good as the pieces she did before. But still, they did it good. The judges loved it. Mia even said Janette was her favorite, which should fly her up in to sky :P .

Jeanine and Brandon, Waltz. Had to blame the choreography on this one. This one’s the slowest Waltz I’ve seen on this show, a bit boring to watch. Hopefully people saw their potentials in other sides and vote for them.

Melissa and Ade, Cha Cha. Not a good reunion on this one. They had very great chemistry before, but after two weeks departure, it seemed they failed to get to it. They might not be safe this week.

Jason and Kayla, Broadway. A solid performance. Jason had finally showed why he deserved to be in the top 10 for me.

And, second round.

Evan and Janette, Rhumba. It’s weird to see Evan dance in this routine, he did try hard, but still…

Jeanine and Brandon, Pop Jazz. Laurieanne Gibson, first appearance on the show, she’s very tough. But that tough paid off, it was a very powerful routine, should make people forget about the boring Waltz.

Melissa and Ade, Contemporary. Through out the whole five seasons, only a few routines got me emotional, including this one. The judges were lost in words, even Nigel had cried. It was one of the most memorable routines. Tyce did a great job, Melissa and Ade did a great job. ‘Nuff said.

Jason and Kayla, Hip Hop. Awesome routine by Shane Sparks. Jason’s definitely on the uphill. Kayla was as good as she used to be.

It’s really hard to predict the results of this night. I think Jeanine and Brandon, Evan and Janette might be in the danger zone as both performed not that well in one routine.

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