Ep 9. Las Vegas Round/Top 20 Chosen

In the ninth episode of season 6 of So You Think You Can Dance, titled "Las Vegas Round/Top 20 Chosen," the competition really heats up as the remaining 38 dancers are put through a rigorous boot camp-style training in the city of Las Vegas. Over the course of three days, the dancers are pushed to their limits as they showcase their skills in a variety of styles, including contemporary, hip-hop, and ballroom.

The stakes are high as the judges, including Nigel Lythgoe, Mary Murphy, and Adam Shankman, whittle down the group to just the top 20 dancers who will move on to the live performance shows. They are looking for dancers who not only have exceptional technical ability, but also those who can connect emotionally with their audience and bring a unique perspective to their performances.

Some of the standout performers in this episode include a ballroom duo who bring incredible athleticism and chemistry to their routine, a contemporary dancer who tells a deeply personal story through her movement, and a hip-hop dancer with precision and style that leaves the judges and audience in awe.

As the Las Vegas rounds come to a close and the top 20 dancers are chosen, the excitement and anticipation of the live shows begins to build. With new challenges and routines on the horizon, the competition is only just beginning. Who will rise to the occasion and become America's favorite dancer? Tune in to find out in this thrilling episode of So You Think You Can Dance.