Drama Digest
The dance industry is a very tough one. So what happens when you provide a platform for dancers to showcase their talents and leave with enough skills to be employed as professional dancers in the entertainment industry? Born to Dance answers that question in an exciting and fantastic talent show. The dance competition reality show focuses entirely on young female dancers. The show trains and, in the process, selects dancers to be professional dancers in the real world. The show brings people in from all backgrounds and dancers of all different styles to compete with each other in an episode-by-episode challenge competition show to be the best dancer in the industry. Who will rise to the top? How will they fight to the finish? And who will be the best of the best? Watch the show and find out.
The Feel-Good Part
Dance competition shows are always interesting to watch. The quality of dance shows depends on the quality of the dance and the dance performances, and Born To Dance does not disappoint. There are so many styles of dance and so many people with unique takes that it makes it impossible not to be impressed by the sheer talent the girls have to offer. The show’s training and mentorship format is also very nice since the girls grow while on the show and sharpen their skills to the max so that they can continue to grow and learn even if they do not make it all the way to the end.
The Disappointing Factor
The disappointing part of the show doesn’t necessarily outweigh the good parts of the show. There is a lot that you can take away from it. There is a bit of a slump in the middle, but that is covered up by the sheer talent that is portrayed on screen. Dance competitions and reality TV, in general, may not be for everyone, especially if you are not interested in the subject of dance or reality TV. However, that should not stop you from checking the show out simply because it portrays really good talented individuals just trying to achieve their dreams.
In-Depth Analysis
The dance industry is harsh, and maybe reality TV shows aren’t the best gateway into the industry, but it is a gateway nonetheless. The show can teach us a lot about stardom and what it takes to be in the show. Even if it is just a show, it is still an excellent display of talent and skills. What’s more? The show also has wonderful mentors and mentorship. This allows contestants to grow rather than just being judged on what they already have. Reality TV shows that use the mentorship format are definitely lovely to watch, because they show genuine care for the contestants that participate.
Star Power
The show’s host is Luo Yi Zhou, a talented dancer, and singer who is part of the iQIYI idol survival program, Youth With You 3. He has starred in the movie Qu Yuan and several TV shows, including Zui Mei Zhong Guo Xi, Wang Pai Shao Nian Jia Zai Zhong, Ace vs. Ace, Youth Party, Youth Food Diary, and much more. The show has three mentors; Tong Li Ya, Gina Jin, and Meng Mei Qi. Tong Li Ya has starred in dramas such as Refinement of Faith, Mother Wife, I’m a Small Blade of Grass, The Champ, The Vigilantes in Masks, Palace: The Lock Heart Jade, and many others. She has also starred in movies such as Courageous Love, So Young Silent Witness, Beijing Love Story, and many more. Gina Jin has starred in dramas such as Why Women Love, You Are My Glory, Wu Xin: The Monster Killer, Mengfei Comes Across, and many more. She has also starred in movies such as Song of Assasins, Mr. Pride vs. Miss Prejudice, S.W.A.T, Invisible Fist, and many more. Meng Mei Qi has starred in movies and TV shows, including Jade Dynasty, Step Up China, Mama, and more. She is also a singer who is part of the South Korean-Chinese girl group known as WJSN.
Overall Opinion
It is best to give this show a shot for the talent, the stakes, the storylines, and the star power. A lot goes into this show that differentiates it from other dance competitions, and it is worth checking out.
