Live to Dance Wins 10.5 million viewers according to Nielsen ratings
by Marivic Cabural
Paula Abdul’s Live to Dance search for America’s best dance act kicked off Tuesday night with a blast attracting 10.5 million viewers across the United States.
CBS dancing reality show turned out to be the most viewed TV program during the 8:00 PM time slot garnering 2.5 % among adults 18-49.
Hopeful dancers across America from all walks of life and all ages from 9 to 90 years old auditioned to the travelling dance dome and showed what they got when it comes to dancing.
Tuesday night’s Live to Dance was full of energy and excitement. From beginning to the last minute, the show is full of entertainment and inspiring.
Reality host Andrew Gunsberg explained that contestants must show original dance acts and amazing techniques to be able to get through to the short list of semi-finalists. Dancers must get 2 gold stars to step forward to be able to win the $500 million grand prize.
Kimberly Watt of Pussycat Dolls, Travis Payne choreographer to Michael Jackson and Paula Abdul are the panel of judges. The three judges have a good chemistry together and emphasized that they expect the dancers to perform with expertise and professionalism.
The 9-year old Jaylen from Seattle went to LA to show his talent. He gained the audience and judges’ approval with his outstanding performance and Paula told the little boy that he is an amazing bright light, Travis commented he start dancing the same age while Kimberly said he has mad skills.
In New York, 90 year-old Bonnie showed her age doesn’t stop her from dancing and she still got the feet to keep America moving. Bonnie performed a tap dance and explained she started dancing at the age of four. She also admits that she got married instead of being a Rockette dancer however, when his husband died dancing brought back meaning to her life.
As expected Bonnie didn’t get the three gold star but I’m pretty sure she enjoyed her moment on stage, inspired young hopefuls that they can Live to Dance!!!
Live to Dance regular time slot is 8 pm on Wednesdays.