Apologies for lateness of posting – I went out! That’s earlier than last year, didn’t go out on a Saturday night till March last year. So, I-Player to the rescue this morning!
Kicking things off with the girls’ group dance to Stephen Meah choreographed routine to Move – full of energy, Mandy and Yanet impressed.
First up, Yanet and Robbie, back together again, for a Lindy Hop by Ryan and Jenny. Hm, they’re doing to Yanet what they did to Hayley, showing her all negative. Robbie as a mad scientist – it suits him, lol! Bright and lively, a good job, thought they coped well with the air steps. Let’s hope it’s not 3 out of 3 for Ryan and Jenny’s dancers across the shows (Ricky & Natalie; Anabel &Drew) Sisco is well out of order – telling Yanet she’s the weakest before he’s seen any of the other’s tonight. After the comments to Hayley last week, I’m wondering if we’ll see him judging next year – doesn’t stick to the “constructive criticism” mantra.
Solos: Alistair to Get It On – T-Rex meets ballet! And it works! Lizzie to Poker Face, well yes – very nearly in that bra ... it’s a close call – Lizzie so far.
Charlie and Drew have a Kate Prince Lyrical HipHop with a clown theme, character driven piece performed beautifully, emotive storytelling, Drew a little behind at one point, but he’s got the resistance – what is it with Charlie and benches? Creative use of props. Loved it. Nigel agreed.
Solos: Tommy – Don’t Blame it on the Boogie – he just ran along on his knees! He did! He’s leading now, even though you think he’s off to a retro golf course. Mandy very, very classy, well done. Still Tommy though.
Lizzie and Alistair have a Rafael Contemporary piece to No Air and these pieces are really hitting the spot aren’t they? They married their ballet and lyrical hip hop moves into a gorgeous, fluid performance. No props, no outlandish costumes, just the dance. Beautiful.
Solos: Robbie argh – Robbie or Tommy, Tommy or Robbie? Ah, I was out anyway, it’s not like I can vote! Yanet with a mix of styles, love the music – they’ve all chosen better pieces this week. Still Rob/Tom.
Mandy and Tommy have Broadway which is Fab-U-Lous – had plenty of pizzazz far as I was concerned! So together, loved the Spanish themed section, gave it added pow, terrifically enjoyable, my favourite performance from Mandy so far. Nigel agrees again – it was in their eyes from the start and all credit to Tommy for carrying off choreographical moves he’s never heard of!
Solos: Drew and his amazing pirouettes, not so keen on the phone though; Charlie fluid – still Tommy and Robbie though.
The boys group dance: The Cygnet Dance from choreographer Matthew Bourne’s own production of Swan Lake. Some comedic elements as it’s baby swans trying to find their feet – how brilliant was that? Hands up who’s now going to book tickets for a Matthew Bourne show! Nigel’s right again of course – it’s toughest for us to choose who to vote for. ‘cept me, obviously, until next week!
Results Show: Group dance to open, Relight My Fire by Take That’s choreographer Gareth Walker, getting everyone in the mood.
The girls: Mandy and Lizzie are safe; Yanet v Charlie and Yanet is a goner, judging by earlier comments but Charlie was criticized too so who knows *shrugs* don’t know why I’m discussing it really!
The boys: Tommy and Alistair safe; Drew v Robbie and I think the solo could do for Drew this time, even if he does nail 18 pirouettes. But I love both of them and Tommy and Alistair so I was always going to be upset from here on in!
The solos: Yanet with her mix, Charlie her character piece and I think she’ll take it, especially if last week is taken into consideration. I counted 10 pirouettes and then more spins in Drew’s but don’t think it’ll beat Robbie.
Mika performs Blame it on the Girls, he’s gone for outlandish characterisation too, plus city suits with samba ruffles on the dancers. Strangely enjoyable.
Judgement Time: Unanimous for boys and girls – Robbie and Charlie go through, sadly we say goodbye to sweetie Drew and Yanet. Semi Final next week; Leona Lewis also appearing! Don’t miss!
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