So You Think You Can Dance Season 2 Episode 18 Top 8 Perform
- TV-14
- July 26, 2006
The second season of So You Think You Can Dance has been a thrilling ride for viewers and contestants alike. The stage is set for the Top 8 performers to showcase their incredible talents in this exhilarating episode. The eight dancers have been pushed to their limits in previous episodes, with each week bringing a new challenge and a new chance to impress the judges and the viewers at home.
The Top 8 Perform episode begins with an electrifying group routine choreographed by Wade Robson. The high-energy routine features all eight dancers performing together to a hip-hop track. The routine is a true testament to the talent of the contestants, as they move in unison and with precision, executing difficult moves with ease.
The first performance of the night is a contemporary routine performed by Benji and Donyelle. The routine, choreographed by Mandy Moore, is set to the song "Everytime We Touch" by Cascada. The dance is emotional and expressive, conveying the love between two people and the heartbreak of their inevitable separation. The judges are moved by the performance, praising the dancers for their connection and the emotion they brought to the dance.
Natalie and Ivan take the stage next with a hip-hop routine choreographed by Shane Sparks. The routine is set to the song "Lean Wit It, Rock Wit It" by Dem Franchize Boyz. The routine is fast-paced and energetic, showcasing the dancers' incredible stamina and skill. The judges are impressed by the dancers' ability to execute the difficult moves with precision and style.
Dmitry and Ashlee perform a passionate rumba next, choreographed by Tony Meredith and Melanie LaPatin. The routine is set to the song "Esperanza" by Oliver Shanti and Friends. The dance is sensual and romantic, with the dancers' chemistry evident throughout the performance. The judges are unanimous in their praise for the dancers, praising their connection and the sensuality they brought to the dance.
The fourth performance of the night is a lyrical jazz routine performed by Heidi and Travis. The routine is choreographed by Tyce Diorio and set to the song "Calling You" by Celine Dion. The dance is emotional and powerful, with the dancers conveying the pain and heartbreak of a failed relationship. The judges are impressed by the dancers' execution of the difficult choreography and the emotion they brought to the performance.
Benji and Donyelle return to the stage with another incredible performance, this time a Broadway routine choreographed by Tyce Diorio. The routine is set to the song "You Can't Stop the Beat" from the musical Hairspray. The dance is fun and energetic, with the dancers performing complex footwork and executing difficult lifts with ease. The judges are blown away by the dancers' talent and showmanship.
Natalie and Ivan return to the stage with a contemporary routine choreographed by Mia Michaels. The routine is set to the song "Why" by Annie Lennox. The dance is emotional and powerful, with the dancers conveying the pain of a broken relationship. The judges are moved by the dancers' performance, praising their connection and the emotion they brought to the dance.
Dmitry and Ashlee return for the final performance of the night, a jive routine choreographed by Tony Meredith and Melanie LaPatin. The routine is set to the song "The Dirty Boogie" by Brian Setzer Orchestra. The dance is fast-paced and energetic, with the dancers performing difficult footwork and executing lifts with precision. The judges are impressed by the dancers' skill and showmanship, praising their energy and the entertainment value of the routine.
The episode ends with each of the dancers thanking the viewers for their support and encouraging them to vote for their favorite performers. The Top 8 Perform episode is sure to leave viewers on the edge of their seats, with incredible performances from some of the most talented dancers in the country.