America's Ballroom Challenge
America's Ballroom Challenge
Every year thousands of dancers come to Columbus, Ohio, to compete in the world's biggest ballroom dancing competition. They represent many age groups and dance styles. They come for only one reason -- to see if they have what it takes to be the very best. For those who win their divisions -- the grand finale will be their last test. When they face off against the other division champions in a winner-take-all battle for the ultimate title of "America's Best Ballroom Couple." The series is hosted by Jasmine Guy.
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Full Program: In what proved to be an incredible competition, all 24 couples brought their best to the dance floor. It was... 02:34
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(Part 1 of 2) (#101)
This exciting two-part special takes viewers onto the dance floor and behind the scenes as ballroom dancing's elite - 24 top professional ballroom dance couples from North America - go toe-to-toe, with just one team emerging as "America's Best." Marilu Henner ("Taxi," "Evening Shade," Broadway revival of Chicago) and Tony Meredith (former U.S. Professional Latin American Dance Champion) host. (Part 1 of 2) [56 minutes]
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(Part 2 of 2) (#102)
This exciting two-part special takes viewers onto the dance floor and behind the scenes as ballroom dancing's elite - 24 top professional ballroom dance couples from North America - go toe-to-toe, with just one team emerging as "America's Best." Marilu Henner ("Taxi," "Evening Shade," Broadway revival of Chicago) and Tony Meredith (former U.S. Professional Latin American Dance Champion) host. (Part 2 of 2) [56 minutes]
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American Smooth (Part 1 of 5) (#201)
Top couples from North America compete across dance styles in this exciting competition. [56 minutes]
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American Rhythm (Part 2 of 5) (#202)
Top couples from North America compete across styles in this sizzling dancing competition. [56 minutes]
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International Standard (Part 3 of 5) (#203)
The International Standard Championships provide classic waltzes, tangos and lively quicksteps. [56 minutes]
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International Latin (Part 4 of 5) (#204)
A wild night of competition peppered with extraordinary exhibitions is sure to leave you breathless. [56 minutes]
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Grand Finale (Part 5 of 5) (#205)
It's the final showdown. Four champions compete across all four dance styles to see who will be named "America’s Best.' Dancers perform short and long programs highlighting both mastery of their style and the creativity to go beyond it. Plus, the best cabaret couples showcase gravity-defying artistry. [56 minutes]
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American Smooth (Part 1 of 5) (#301)
The contestants compete in four dances, the waltz, tango, foxtrot and Viennese waltz. [56 minutes]
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American Rhythm (Part 2 of 5) (#302)
Dances in this category consist of the cha cha, rumba, swing, bolero and mambo. [56 minutes]
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International Standard (Part 3 of 5) (#303)
The dances in this competition include waltz, tango, Viennese waltz, fox trot and quickstep. [56 minutes]
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International Latin (Part 4 of 5) (#304)
The couples perform five dances -- cha cha, samba, rumba, paso doble and jive. [56 minutes]
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Grand Finale (Part 5 of 5) (#305)
The top four couples compete across all four dance styles for the title of "America's Best." [56 minutes]
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Episode #401
Jean Louisa Kelly hosts a winner-take all battle for the title of "America's Best Ballroom Couple." [116 minutes]