Private Members Area – DWTS Season 19 Halloween Night Discussion
Tonight was week seven of Dancing with the Stars Season 19. If you’re not a Pure DWTS Insider yet, you can do so here. If you are, then I look forward to the discussion in the comments.
What did you think of tonight’s show? I’m traveling for the day job. So, we’ll just leave it there. I’m sure you know what to do.
I always enjoy Halloween night on DWTS and last night was no exception.
I still don’t like 4 judges on the panel. At one point Bruno didn’t get his opportunity to input his critique, and he jokingly walked off… I’m calling it now, NEXT season there will only be 3 judges on the panel. Cause someone is leaving. Who will it be?
Tommy is like the energizer bunny.. or the energizer stoner 🙂 he just keeps going and going and going. Tommy has really brought out the inner beauty in Peta.
Loved Alfonso and Witney’s rumba, hated Mark’s contacts they were TOO severe.. Yikes!, Derek and Bethany were amazing, now I get the reference to the drums, Brlliant choreography. Poor Emma, hopefully next season she gets a good partner.
Now to Team Dances 🙂 Team Itsy Bitsy were definitely more in sync as a team, the Itsy Bitsy reference was cute.The girls costumes were awesome. However, I didn’t get the whole open shirt concept with the guys. Didn’t get it, Let the dance speak for itself.
Team Creepy was not as in sync as Team Itsy Bitsy, but of the 2 dances, this one was my favorite. And in this dance Antonio being shirtless fit into the story of his character. So between the creativity of the different characters, the better song, and overall entertainment value. This dance just stood out to me as more memorable.
Sandy, I bet you are right. I hope they only have three judges next season. I mean..I love Bruno’s critiques and when they leave him out, it’s just wrong. I don’t mind a guest judge here and there, but, 4 judges is getting to be too much. I bet it’s Len that leaves and it’s time.
As for the dances…Derek & Bethany and Mark & Sadie were and are my top faves. I can’t get enough of either of these two couples this season.
I was also glad to see Tommy and Michael make it to another week, but, next week is going to be even harder for them. Can they take it? I hope Michael takes completely off from the Nascar circuit if he can this week. He needs to totally concentrate on DWTS now and nothing else.
And one more thing….are we ever going to see some “Macy’s Stars of Dance” numbers this season with Derek choreographing? I’m dying for more pro numbers too. Last night’s opening number was the tops. I was in awe.
Surprised at the general consensus that Sadie and Fonz will be the last 2. Beth is peaking at just the right time and I can’t remember the last time she had a bad dance as her hip hop was underscored. Add that to her fanbase and I think she can take it all now. Saying that Mark knows this is his best chance of winning in a long time, no wonder he’s getting so angry at the scores. I didn’t have a major problem with any scores tbh. It’s the pros fault if they didn’t firmly stick to basics knowing that Len was back. Witney and Artem played it safe and benefitted scores wise whilst Mark and Val sacrificed strong scores for viewer votes. Oh and don’t tell my GF but I would marry Emma right now. Heart of gold, great personality, patient, caring, hot and ENGLISH!! She has the lot.
Um, I think Mark getting mad at the scores has little to do with his desire to win and mostly to do with the fact that the scores he is getting are unadulterated bullshit. I don’t know why they have such a hard on for Sadie – don’t understand it at all. The girl can dance, but they are going to screw her out of the finals a la Charlie White if they keep at it. And I don’t see what they have to gain this season to do that. Is Janel “family” as in ABC family?? I don’t think Sadie is Janel’s problem – I think Val is Janel’s problem. So, what gives.
If Janel really has contemporary to Romeo and Juliet color me thoroughly disgusted. Really, she must be “family” as this takes pimpage to a new extreme.
#M8 – We won’t tell your GF… Your secrets safe with us. 🙂
@Heidi – I agree. Sadie is being underscored big time. Not fair! But when has this show ever been fair.
Honestly Sandy I’m in love. So much so that I’d rather see Michael in the final over Vajanelsky haha! A few more points about the couples for me now I’m back from work and watched the full show.
I think 2 dances took it’s toll on Tommy this week. I think he’s done brilliantly and it was great to see Erin give him the credit he deserves for being the oldest celeb to make it to week 7. But I think it’s time for him to go, he’s obviously struggling with 2 dances and it’s only going to get worse IMO. For his own health I think it would be right and with the points swing it’ll take a big effort for him to survive next week.
Derek Hough is a genius! How he managed to create a group dance so in sync with Michael Waltrip in the team was amazing. I made a point to watch Michael carefully and credit where its due he didn’t look out of place that much. Sticking him at the back behind Artem and Val was a great call. It’ll take a big swing and a Nascar campaign to keep him in next week but those 9s will certainly help.
I want to see Lea do a ballroom dance. It’s plainly obvious her ballroom would be a lot better than her latin now her posture problems seem sorted after that Argentine Tango. Her last ballroom dance was a foxtrot back in week 1 which got four 8s. That’s ridiculous IMO and shows everything that’s wrong with DWTS atm. Cut down on the Jazz and the Contemporary and get back in the ballroom. I would fancy Lea to nail a Vienesse Waltz or Quickstep. No doubt America will make her do a Samba in the choice picks just to rub it in. Was surprised to see her 2nd in the leaderboard after the group dance points swing saw her overtake Fonz. I’d be surprised if that along with her Jennifer Greyesq VT doesn’t see her through next week.
As I mentioned above Bethany is peaking at the right time and is up at the top now. I think at this point, she’s better than Sadie due to being more versatile. I thought Alfonso had it in the bag but now I’m not so sure. I really think the top 3 could be any one of those 3 in any order. The 4th finalist spot is still open for me with Janel slipping badly in the last couple weeks but unfortunately I think her fanbase will just about get her there ahead of Michael and Lea. I’d LOVE to be proved wrong though.
I was happy to see Len back. I’ve missed the pigeon toed and not enough in hold comments. Feel sorry for the pro dancers that are forced to use the troupe in their numbers. You can’t win with Len when it comes to that, he despises anyone other than the couple on the floor. I think he’ll call it a day soon. I get the feeling he’s getting disillusioned with the direction the show is taking (less ballroom dances, troupe members on the floor etc). He just seemed really miserable last night and its ridiculous when you see the comparison to him on SCD. I know we have a different mean judge but Len smiles and compliments and just seems to love it. I think he just prefers how much more traditional it is. I think he’ll quit DWTS after the 20th season next year and just judge SCD.
God I feel better after that essay 😉
It is fairly crazy to think about how Lea hasn’t had a ballroom dance since week 1. I think that’s probably her best genre so now is the time for her to get one since I think she’s starting to take a turn for the worst (not “worst” but not where she was mid-season). Problem is, that it might be too late for her even though she’s in 2nd place. I’m looking forward to Dancing by the Numbers this week since the team dance really changed things around. Though I do think Tommy is going to struggle and a small part of me wonders if just physically if he’ll be able to continue much longer.
I really think they need to cut back down to 3 judges though, if 1 judges doesn’t even have time to speak what the hell is the point?
I am very much looking forward to the ‘Numbers’ post. It reassured me when I was wondering if Lea could get past the soap-fan vote to outlast Antonio. Question answered! Now I’m wondering if she can get past the NASCAR vote? Kind of worried about it.
And the fact that (based on what Tom said) Tommy wasn’t one of the actual bottom two makes me think that Lea was the one with the next lowest number of votes. Will the score differential between Lea and Michael be enough to keep her around?
Tommy is definitely struggling but hanging in there. All credit to Peta! No idea how far he can go, but he is still fun to watch. If he wins the mirrorball they need to legalize marijuana in all 50 states!
I feel like Lea has really done herself in. Makes me think of what Amy Purdy says about some “able bodied” people being more disabled than she due to their mental state. In my world view, at this point in her life I think Lea should be requiring more of herself. She allows herself to be insecure and needy and I think that drains a lot of energy off of the partnership. I am also very bothered by her feet; she is a bit bow legged and usually her feet are way too far apart. Am very surprised that ho one has suggested she work on putting her feet together, especially when she turns. Sorry to say that her dancing always looks awkward to me. I’m sorry that she’s not being sufficiently inspired to challenge her internal self.
I just think she’s drained herself out. She’s now started back filming for Switched at Birth which must be taking its toll on her mentally and physically. She’s 53 years old and has to play actress, dancer and mother from 5.30am everyday. I think that is really getting to her and with more than one dance a show coming up, you have to wonder whether she can cope with it. The funny thing is we’ve all been really hard on Lea and not really been fans of her performances yet she’s still found herself only behind Bethany in the leaderboard this week and 3rd in the overall series points leaderboard without getting pimped like Janel. It says a lot as to how good she could actually be if she gets a dance that allows her to not overthink, worry and instead just enjoy the dance and get emotionally involved like with her Contemporary. I think a sensual ballroom number would do the trick and I can’t say I’m surprised she is begging her followers to give her Vienesse Waltz for America’s Choice.
Does anyone know if the America’s Choice dance takes place on the next show or the show after? I’m now off across the country for a few days, so will catch up with y’all after next week’s show 🙂
Is it Lea or Artem that’s worried about beating Alfonso? See, now if she’d have been paired with Derek, Derek is good about giving his partners the emotional support they need. Artem, being a Russian, may not be as good at that as is Derek. If Derek HAD been paired with Lea, we’d be hearing nothing but how UNFAIR it was that Derek got paired with a woman who had 20 years(or something like that) of ballet training under her belt.
I agree PH, that Janel must be considered ABC Family for TPTB to be giving Vajanel this many advantages to pull out a win or at least a guaranteed spot in the finals. Contemporary to Romeo and Juliet?? Ugh..good thing I won’t have to be subjected to that live next week!!
I’m thinking we’re not gonna see any Macy’s Stars of Dance performances this season and that makes me sad. By this time last season, didn’t we have 2 performances already, one in week 3 and week 6? Unless it’s something that they’re reserving for the Fall season only.
A little intel on the mysterious “3 dances” everyone has to learn this week…
…one is their “dynamic duos” dance; the other two are for dance-offs, but they’ll (probably) only have to perform one of them, so I’m guessing the dance-off dances will be a hat pick. It’s similar to what happened in the finals of season 15 – the three finalists had to prepare a cha-cha, a jive, and a samba, but didn’t know which one they’d have to actually perform until they drew it out of a hat. I’m guessing the 3 top scorers will pick who they want to face-off against – which, of course, kinda screws Tommy & Mike, who will likely be towards the bottom and will be easy targets. The only way I could see either of them winning their dance-off is if they face-off against each other – and I don’t see that happening.
Going back to the whole hungover Derek issue from a day or two ago, you HAVE to listen to Emma tell the story of the blown lift during the afterbuzz interview from Monday night. HILARIOUS. She does say that the first time they tried it, it was only 50% successful. But then you have to hear what she says about the “100% unsuccessful” version. I almost bust out laughing and I’m in my office at work. 🙂
The look on the Afterbuzz guy’s face is also priceless.
It’s very possible that they just don’t have time yet for Macy’s – they had an extra contestant than normal this season (or two), did they not? I mean we’re going in to week 8 with 7 pairs still competing.
It could, Courtney, if other people emulate Val’s “pick on someone my own size” shtick.
Fair warning to those who see Tommy and Michael as easy targets — Val will have you in his crosshairs, so don’t be surprised if you hear “Why don’t you pick on some one your own size?” No matter if the pick has been (mutually) agreed on in advance. Val has been relentless in pursuing those who might wish to gain such an unfair advantage — not to be confused with those who may wish to gain an unfair advantage (or win a MBT) by duping the public into thinking there is romance involved.
Of course the weakest links Tommy and Michael will be the easy targets.
I can’t believe that the show is even considering doing this dance-off crap again. I find it, embarrassing and rude. Do I want to see someone like Alfonso or Janel face-off against poor old 76 year old Tommy? No Thanks! I know I will be flipping to another program during the dance-off segment of the show.
Even with ABC pimping Janel, I don’t see any way that they will win the MBT. Just don’t think their fan base can overtake Alfonso, Sadie or Bethany. I actually enjoyed Val and Janel’s VW this week and I liked the PLL theme song but don’t see myself ever voting for them.
Bethany gets better each week – I loved her hair and costume and of course, the Paso.
Also preferred Team Itsy Bitsy – that was a dynamic performance by all of them. I liked Team Creepy’s creativity and the different costumes for each couple but maybe it was because I liked the song Black Widow better than Time Warp. I was glad Itsy won – just thought they were better as a team. I would like to see them give both teams the same song and then see what they each come up with – then you can really compare the teams.
It will be interesting to see who goes home this week now that we’re getting down to fewer people. I would like Tommy to stay over Michael but if he goes home that’s fine too – it must be so tiring for him. Other than her Contemporary dance, not really feeling Lea & Artem either.
Pretty Little Liars is one of many shows on the ABCFamily Network. So yep Janel is a part of the network “family” and the shipper “family” and the Val “family.” Three strikes your out? In this case, maybe “in”!
All of this extra stuff is wearing me out this year! In fact, I’m to the point where I vote via phone while doing other stuff after work, then, if I remember I do the online voting. And THEN I watch the show. Losing it’s charm, for sure. I’m ready for 3 judges and my line up would be: Bruno, Julianne and Cheryl. Ditch CAI for sure. Leave Len in London!
Now, off to bed and then to work.
Pretty Little Liars is one of many shows on the ABCFamily Network. So yep Janel is a part of the network “family” and the shipper “family” and the Val “family.” Three strikes your out? In this case, maybe “in”!
All of this extra stuff is wearing me out this year! In fact, I’m to the point where I vote via phone while doing other stuff after work, then, if I remember I do the online voting. And THEN I watch the show. Losing it’s charm, for sure. I’m ready for 3 judges and my line up would be: Bruno, Julianne and Cheryl. Ditch CAI for sure. Leave Len in London!
Now, off to bed and then to work.
…ummm it is Monday night 11/3/2014 right? Where is everyone? Or am I missing a link somewhere?
John hasn’t posted the new private area discussion post yet. He will in a bit. Until then, you can discuss it in the main area here:
https://www.puredwts.com/2014/11/03/dwts-season-19-week-8-lets-discuss-tonights-show-spoilers/
Thanks Vogue, thought I was losing it there for a minute. Sugar high ya’ know thanks to all the left over candy!
Sorry. A bit of west coast delay. I’ll try and schedule it early next time. Here’s the next one: https://www.puredwts.com/2014/11/03/private-members-area-dwts-season-19-dynamic-duos-discussion/