Ep 2. First Dances

Dancing with the Stars season 21 episode 2, titled "First Dances," is an exciting episode full of surprises and captivating performances. The episode marks the first time the celebrity contestants take to the dance floor with their professional partners to perform their first official routines.

The show begins with Tom Bergeron and Erin Andrews welcoming the contestants and introducing the judges: Len Goodman, Bruno Tonioli, and Carrie Ann Inaba. Each couple takes the stage and delivers a unique, entertaining dance number, showcasing their individual dance skills and personalities.

First up are Bindi Irwin and Derek Hough, who perform a fun, energetic jive to "Crocodile Rock" by Elton John. Their performance is both entertaining and impressive, earning them high scores from the judges.

Next, the audience is treated to Alexa PenaVega and Mark Ballas's sassy, sexy salsa to "Como La Flor" by Selena. The pair demonstrate amazing chemistry, and their technical execution is phenomenal.

Hayes Grier and Emma Slater's contemporary piece to "Stitches" by Shawn Mendes is a highlight of the night, as they showcase their emotional depth on the dance floor. It's obvious that they've worked hard to perfect their moves, and the judges take notice.

Andy Grammer and Allison Holker perform a charming foxtrot to "Marvin Gaye" by Charlie Puth and Meghan Trainor and bring the audience to their feet with their show-stopping finale.

Tamar Braxton and Valentin Chmerkovskiy deliver a passionate, fiery Argentine tango to "All I Ask of You" from Phantom of the Opera. Their performance is flawless, and the judges rave about their chemistry and technique.

Alek Skarlatos and Lindsay Arnold perform an impressive foxtrot to "Ten Feet Tall" by Afrojack ft. Wrabel, showcasing their elegance and smooth moves. The judges commend them for their captivating performance.

Carlos PenaVega and Witney Carson's contemporary dance to "Stay" by Rihanna is an emotional masterpiece, as they depict a couple going through a rough patch in their relationship. The judges praise their ability to convey such a powerful message through dance.

Kim Zolciak-Biermann and Tony Dovolani round out the performances with a fun, flirty foxtrot to "Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend" by Marilyn Monroe. Despite facing challenges with her health leading up to the show, Kim impresses the judges with her enthusiasm and dedication.

Throughout the episode, viewers are treated to behind-the-scenes footage of the contestants in rehearsal, giving insight into the hard work and dedication required to perform at such a high level.

As the episode comes to a close, the judges deliberate and reveal their scores for each dance. The contestants nervously await the results, but ultimately, everyone has reason to celebrate their success on the dance floor. "First Dances" is an exciting and engaging episode of Dancing with the Stars, showcasing the talents and dedication of both the celebrities and their professional partners.