BWW Recap: DANCING WITH THE STARS Week 2 - Who rocked, who bombed, and who went home?
By: Alan Henry Sep. 23, 2013
BroadwayWorld TV has a detailed recap of tonights new episode including comments on the dances by Contributing Editor Alan Aronshtam, what to work on tips for the dancers, and the judges scores!
Corbin and Karina came out on top this week, with Amber and Derek following just behind. However, using a "GPA" for two weeks, Amber is still on top with the most points
Last weeks lowest scorer, Bill Nye, will not be the one going home this week. Clearly, the science guys fans are keeping him in the game.
This weeks bottom three included Bill E., Keyshawn, and Elizabeth. I'm a little surprised that Elizabeth made it to the bottom three, considering her strong performance last week. (Then again, you need to remember that this show is more of a popularity contest than a real dance competition!)
Last week I predicted that Keyshawn and Sharna would be going home tonight.
The couple eliminated tonight was KEYSHAWN AND SHARNA.
I predict that next week, Bill E. and Emma are going home? Will I be right? Check BWW TV for full coverage.
Elizabeth and Val: Samba
Elizabeth was stunning this week. This performance did not reflect that she's only been working for a few weeks to learn how to dance. My only complaint is that she and Val are really not connecting as a couple. I would not be surprised to see Elizabeth in the final round based off of this performance!
What to Work On: Dancing with your partner!
| Carrie Ann Inaba | Len Goodman | Bruno Tonioli |
| 8 | 9 | 8 |
Christina and Mark: Pasodoble
I was really disappointed with this Pasodoble, especially after the performance Christina gave last week. There wasn't much substance to the dancing when looking for technique, presentation, or passion. I disagree with the judges on this one. A 9? Really? Come on Carrie Ann!
What to Work On: Be more confident, ask for more from your partner.
| Carrie Ann Inaba | Len Goodman | Bruno Tonioli |
| 9 | 8 | 8 |
Bill and Emma: Jive
What can I say? It was fun to watch but pretty bad if your comparing Bill to some of the other celebrities on the show. It was more American Swing than Jive, and I don't understand why the judges keep up-playing the bad dancers. Also, if Len confused Bill with Derek, then he clearly needs new spectacles.
What to Work On: Same as last week: Technique.
| Carrie Ann Inaba | Len Goodman | Bruno Tonioli |
| 7 | 7 | 7 |
Jack and Cheryl: Rumba
Jack needs to be less hard on himself. Seriously, people work a lifetime to learn to dance professionally, and you can't expect to be perfect after a few weeks. Jack has the same problem he had last week, which is that his dance is very stiff and he needs to dance less like a robot and be a little more fluid in his motion. This is something I'd like to see him improve on before next week.
What to Work On: Same as last week, dance more fluid!
| Carrie Ann Inaba | Len Goodman | Bruno Tonioli |
| 8 | 8 | 8 |
Keyshawn and Sharna: Samba
Samba this was not. It was missing all the basic elements that make up the samba style - the specific rhythm, the bounce, the hip action, etc. Last week I predicted Keyshawn will go home this week. Based off this performance, I stand by that prediction.
What to Work On: Everything.
| Carrie Ann Inaba | Len Goodman | Bruno Tonioli |
| 6 | 6 | 6 |
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Snooki and Sasha: Rumba
Snooki said that it was going to be awkward being "sexual" with Sasha - and boy did it show when she hit the floor this week! Honestly, I felt uncomfortable watching her being visibly uncomfortable. Surely Snooki had seen the show before signing up, and knew that that was a common situation on the show. Highlight of her screen time was her asking if she "did the face." Carrie Ann, I disagree, she didn't do any face I wanted to see.
What to Work On: Get comfortable being sexy on the dance floor!
| Carrie Ann Inaba | Len Goodman | Bruno Tonioli |
| 6 | 7 | 7 |
Leah and Tony: Samba
I don't know if Leah saw what I wrote last week, but she definitely took the note I gave her, which was to have confidence! She came out onto the floor sure of herself, and looked like she was having fun. She's not one of the most technical or graceful dancers, but I admire the big improvement and the effort she put into the dance this week!
What to Work On: Now that you've got confidence, work on technique!
| Carrie Ann Inaba | Len Goodman | Bruno Tonioli |
| 8 | 8 | 8 |
Bill and Tyne: Pasodoble
Pasodoble is the dance of passion, and Bill, there was none in your dance tonight. First, as Bill sat and pretended to play Piano, there was violin music. Who idea was that? Anyways, the awkward face Bill had throughout the entire dance made him look constipated. This competition is separating contenders and non-contenders early, and Bill, you can guess which list your on.
What to Work On: Too much to list on this page.
| Carrie Ann Inaba | Len Goodman | Bruno Tonioli |
| 6 | 5 | 6 |
Corbin and Karina: Jive
What Can I Say? I think Corbin is the strongest dancer on the show - having plenty of experience from his High School Musical days. I have fun when I watch him dance, and I agree with everything that the judges said about him this evening.Corbin improved dramatically from last week, and you can tell he and Karina have been working non stop.
What to Work On: Just keep doing exactly what your doing!
| Carrie Ann Inaba | Len Goodman | Bruno Tonioli |
| 9 | 8 | 9 |
Valerie and Tristan: Pasodoble
Valerie isn't the best dancer on the program, but her love of dance and life is infectious! She obviously loves being on stage and performing. I am very impressed with how she moves at her age. Hopefully she sticks around in the competition long enough for her to improve more.
What to Work On: As I said last week, technique!
| Carrie Ann Inaba | Len Goodman | Bruno Tonioli |
| 6 | 6 | 7 |
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Brant and Peta: Rumba
I was really surprised by how good this number was. Brant really came out of his shell and did an incredibly passionate, and dare I say technical performance. A significant improvement from next week! I think Brant just became a serious contender for the trophy.
What to Work On: Just keep doing what your doing, and keep practicing!
| Carrie Ann Inaba | Len Goodman | Bruno Tonioli |
| 8 | 7 | 8 |
Amber and Derek: Jive
As a former Ballroom Dancer, I know how hard the jive really is, and let me tell you - Amber can dance. Her routine was by far the most technical of any of them. If you had doubts about her being on top last week, this should dismiss them. Carrie Ann seems to have selective eyes, as they didn't see footwork on anyone else, but decided to point it out on Amber.
What to Work On: Watch the footwork to earn those "10's"!
| Carrie Ann Inaba | Len Goodman | Bruno Tonioli |
| 8 | 8 | 8 |
Make sure to check BWW TV this fall after each episode for a detailed recap and analysis of each episode by BroadwayWorld Contributor Alan Aronshtam.
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