So You Think You Can Dance: The Final Six

So You Think You Can Dance is by far my favorite summer reality show. Watching these young dancers on the path to realizing their dreams is fun, exciting, and delightful.

I was annoyed as anyone about the massive nepotism at the start of the season. Siblings and a "friend of the show" took 4 of the top 20 spots: Travis' brother, Benji's sister/Heidi's cousin, a choreographer's assistant from last season, and Stanislav's sister. Stas's sister—Faina—was voted off the second week (lasted one week longer than big bro), but the other three—Danny, Lacey, and Lauren—are in the final six.

As six becomes four, I can only hope that one of the aforementioned woman (preferably Lacey) gets kicked off the dancing island to make room for Sabra, the 20-year-old contemporary dancer who has been dancing for just 4 years. Sabra has heart, but more than that, she taps into her passion every time she steps out on stage. And that's the kind of energy that transcends the TV set and goes into the audience's living room.

Speaking of amazing dancing, Danny has certainly earned a place in the top four. Words cannot describe the beauty and power of his movement, his seemingly effortless talent. Is it enough for him to win? Maybe, maybe not.

Which brings us to Pasha and Neil. As far as I'm concerned, the final four can be the three boys and Sabra. (No offense, Lauren, but it has taken you a long time to come into your own in the competition, and you are not quite there yet.) Pasha looks good, but has versatility issues. On the other hand, Neil, who was not my favorite, to say the least, has proven himself over the past few weeks. He has shown the most growth, which is a big part of what this competition is all about.

This week we get SYTYCD overload: results Monday, Finale part 1 on Wednesday, and Finale part 2 on Thursday. I'm sure Benji would be happier than anyone to pass the torch to his sister, who has talent but is lacking the maturity befitting a professional. She clearly isn't ready for the crown.

The final four should be Sabra, Lauren, Pasha, and Neil. And in my heart, Sabra's already won.

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