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The term Ballroom encomes so many specific dance forms, all of which require partner work. Historically, it was a type of social dancing reserved for privileged citizens. On the show, we’ve seen Salsa, Argentine Tango, Viennese Waltz, Samba, Paso Doble, Rumba, Foxtrot, Jive, Cha-cha and the dreaded Quickstep.
Ballroom on SYTYCDCourtesy of FOX
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Bollywood is a group style of dance that originates in India. It is usually performed to up-tempo songs and requires great stamina and strength (particularly in the legs). This dance style was first introduced on SYTYCD in season 4 when Katee Shean and winner Joshua Allen performed to “Dhoom Taana.”
Bollywood on SYTYCDCourtesy of FOX
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On SYTYCD, the term Contemporary has been used to describe several similar forms of classical dance, including Lyrical, Modern and Contemporary. It’s a mixture of Modern Dance and Classical Ballet. This style allows for a lot creative freedom, as the show’s famed choreographers, like Mia Michaels and Travis Wall, have shown.
Contemporary on SYTYCDCourtesy of FOX
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Krumping, and the arm flalling Waacking, which was made popular by contestant Princess Lockeroo. Popping, Locking and Breaking are also forms of hip hip, which originated in the 1970s.
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While there are many forms of Jazz, the style originated from two ethnic roots - the African American vernacular dance as well as traditional Caribbean dance. Now, all the modern jazz styles include traces of these two origins. Like Contemporary, it allows for a lot of creative freedom, while maintaining strict lines.
Jazz on SYTYCDCourtesy of FOX
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