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How much do you know about the winners, judges, dancers, and more from So You Think You Can Dance?
Who is the long-running host of SYTYCD (So You Think You Can Dance)?
Paula Abdul
Samantha Harris
Cat Deeley
Cat Deeley is a British television host and model with many other credits to her name. She provides an encouraging and supporting presence for contestants on the show.
Debbie Allen
When did SYTYCD first premiere in America?
2010
1998
2009
2005
SYTYCD premiered in 2005 in the United States, though there are international versions of the show that have all started at different times. When it premiered, it was the top-rated show on television in America.
Which judge was known for putting dancers on the "hot tamale train"?
Mary Murphy
Mary Murphy's exuberant energy had her putting dancers on what she called the "hot tamale train" when a great performance occurred. She was on the show for many years, departing after season eleven.
Debbie Allen
Paula Abdul
Mia Michaels
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Who was the very first winner of SYTYCD?
Travis Wall
Eliana Girard
Amy Yakima
Nick Lazzarini
Nick Lazzarini was the first winner of SYTYCD in America and has since gone on to be a founding member of the dance company, Shaping Sound.
As of August 2016, how many seasons of SYTYCD have aired?
Nine
Thirteen
As of August 2016, thirteen seasons of SYTYCD have aired in America. The formats have changed from time to time, with the most recent season featuring kids instead of adults.
Twenty
Ten
Which season three routine starred Lacey and Neil and was about a father and daughter reuniting in heaven?
Time
"Time" was the name of a SYTYCD routine choreographed by Mia Michaels about her father. It goes down in history as one of the biggest tearjerkers in SYTYCD history.
A Day with Dad
Flowers and Love
Crazy
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Which dancer won the "stage" side of the competition in season ten?
Eliana Girard
Melanie Moore
Chelsie Hightower
Amy Yakima
Amy Yakima won the stage side of the stage vs. street competition of SYTYCD in season 10. She later went on to join a dance company called Shaping Sound.
What is the name of the season four routine starring Katee, tWitch, and a lonesome door?
The Melody
Mercy
"Mercy" was the name of a sexy, sassy season four routine that told the story of a guy and his crazy girlfriend. There was a lot of door action too, ooh la la.
Take Me Down
The Door
What season ten stunner starred Amy Yakima and Travis Wall?
Wasted Love
Wicked Game
Travis Wall choreographed a stunner of a piece to dance with Amy Yakima on season ten of SYTYCD. He and Amy later danced together on tour with the Shaping Sound dance company.
Come Away
Runaway Girl
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What season two routine is affectionately called the "Park Bench Dance" by fans?
A Flower Touch
Reaching Out to You
Calling You
Celine Dion's "Calling You" was the perfect setting for this memorable routine choreographed by Mia Michaels. It also was one of the first routines to put Travis Wall on the map.
Pushing Away
What is the name of the husband and wife pair who often choreographs together for SYTYCD?
WildaBeast
Shaping Sound
MandyMia
Nappytabs
Tabitha and Napoleon D'umo are a husband and wife choreography team known as Nappytabs. They have choreographed numerous times for SYTYCD, often known for lyrical hip-hop.
Which season five routine about addiction starred Kayla and Kupono?
Can't Turn Back
Hold Me Back
Gravity
In season five, Mia Michaels choreographed a chilling routine about addiction and how it can control the addict. The costumes, makeup, and performance quality given by Kayla and Kupono made this a memorable piece.
Crazy
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Who is the long-time host of SYTYCD?
Cat Deeley
Cat Deeley is the long-time host of SYTYCD. She is a British model and host, among other things. She often represents an encouraging presence for the contestants on the show.
Ryan Seacrest
Paula Abdul
Usher
What is the title that the winners of SYTYCD receive?
America's Favorite Dancer
Winners of SYTYCD get prize money, opportunities, and the title of "America's Favorite Dancer."
America's Best Dancer
America's #1 Dancer
American's Dream Dancer
What is the name of the season six winner who also competed and starred on the Chinese version of the show?
Nick Lazzarini
Russell Ferguson
Russell Ferguson won the sixth season of SYTYCD and has also performed in unique productions like Anthony Williams's "Urban Nutcracker."
Sabra Johnson
Lauren Froderman
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Season 8 winner, Melanie Moore, has gone on to star in what Broadway production?
Cats
The Producers
Fame
Finding Neverland
Melanie played the role of Peter Pan in Broadway's "Finding Neverland" and has also starred in the Broadway production of "Fiddler on the Roof."
Who was the season 11 SYTYCD winner with the amazing extension?
Ricky Ubeda
Ricky Ubeda won season 11 of SYTYCD, and his amazing extension was definitely something to remember. He was also seen touring with the dance company, Shaping Sound.
Eliana Girard
Gaby Diaz
Travis Wall
Which young dancer joined the judging panel for So You Think You Can Dance: The Next Generation?
Asia Monet
Chloe Lukasiak
Maddie Ziegler
Maddie Ziegler, a "Dance Moms" alum, joined the judging panel along with Jason Derulo, Nigel Lythgoe, and Paula Abdul for "So You Think You Can Dance: The Next Generation," judging kid dancers.
Nia Frazier
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Who was the host of the very first season of SYTYCD?
Paula Abdul
Lauren Sanchez
Lauren Sanchez was the host the very first season of SYTYCD before Cat Deeley took over in subsequent seasons.
Brian Friedman
Nigel Lythgoe
Which singer-songwriter's life changed forever when her song was used for a Stacey Tookey-choreographed routine on SYTYCD?
Vanessa Carlson
Christina Aguilera
Ariana Grande
Christina Perri
Christina Perri's life changed overnight when her song was used for a Stacey Tookey-choreographed routine starring Billy Bell and Kathryn McCormick. The song was so popular that it led to a live performance of the song on the show and a record deal.
Which SYTYCD runner-up landed a recurring gig on The Ellen Degeneres Show?
Stephen "tWitch" Boss
Stephen "tWitch" Boss was the season four runner-up on SYTYCD and has landed several gigs in movies and television shows since his season.
Witney Carson
Cole Horibe
Kent Boyd
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Which SYTYCD choreographer created the moves for the popular 2001 hit music video "I'm a Slave 4 U?"
Sean Cheesman
Brian Friedman
Brian Friedman is a prolific SYTYCD choreographer, having done choreography for many popular artists such as Britney Spears, *NSYNC, and Prince.
Wade Robson
Travis Wall
Which jazz and contemporary SYTYCD choreographer is from Detroit, Michigan?
Cris Judd
Sonya Tayeh
Sonya Tayeh is an emmy-nominated choreographer known for her distinctive style of “combat jazz.†Typical movements in her choreography are full of strength, with a fierce nature.
Mandy Moore
Louis Van Amstel
Which SYTYCD choreographer danced the lead in the Broadway musical, “Fosse?â€
Tyce Diorio
Tyce Diorio has danced with several well-known musical acts, including: Janet Jackson, Ricky Martin, and Jennifer Lopez.
Brian Friedman
Wade Robson
Lil' C
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Jason Derulo is one of the more recent SYTYCD judges. Which of these is his song?
“Caught Upâ€
“Want to Want Meâ€
Jason Derulo joined the judges table on STYYCD in 2015, along with being a great dancer, he is a classically-trained vocalist and can even sing opera.
"Low"
“Miss Independentâ€
Which season two contestant married fellow SYTYCD contestant Stephen “tWitch†Boss and became a pro on Dancing With the Stars?
Chelsie Hightower
Cheryl Burke
Amy Yakima
Allison Holker
Allison Holker was a contestant and later an All Star on SYTYCD; she then became a pro on Dancing With the Stars in 2014.
Which television network started SYTYCD?
Fox
SYTYCD began on the Fox television network, and the network his ratings gold from day one.
NBC
ABC
CBS
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What change was made to the show format in season nine?
Kid dancers joined the show.
A different host joined the show each week.
All Stars were incorporated into routines.
Two winners were crowned, a boy and a girl.
In season nine, two winners were crowned, America’s Favorite Boy and America’s Favorite Girl. The winners that season were Eliana Girard and Chehon Wespi-Tschopp.
In what season was the judging panel revamped in addition to the elimination of guest judges?
Season two
Season nine
Season six
Season twelve
Season twelve’s judging panel was changed with Jason Derulo and Paula Abdul joining Nigel Lythgoe as permanent judges on the panel with no guest judges. In addition, the format became “Stage vs. Street.â€
What year did a routine on SYTYCD first win an Emmy?
2001
2007
Wade Robson’s Pop-Jazz “Ramalama†routine and Contemporary routine, “Calling You†by Mia Michaels, both won Emmys in 2007.
2012
2016
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In what year did SYTYCD win two Teen Choice Awards?
2006
In 2006, SYTYCD won Choice TV: Breakout Show and Choice Summer Series at the Teen Choice Awards. They have been nominated several more times over the years.
2007
2008
2010
From where is original judge Nigel Lythgoe?
Germany
Australia
United Kingdom
Nigel Lythgoe was born July 9, 1949 in the United Kingdom and is a film director and producer, dance competition judge, choreographer, and a former dancer himself. He has been a mainstay on SYTYCD since the beginning of the show.
Canada
Which dancer won SYTYCD: The Next Generation in 2016?
Kida
Kida won the first season of SYTYCD that featured kids as competitors.
Emma
Tate
J.T.
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How much was the prize money from the first season of SYTYCD?
$100,000
Nick Lazzarini, the first winner of SYTYCD, won $100,000 and the opportunity to live in a New York City apartment for free for one year.
$50,000
$25,000
$1,000,000
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