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To read about the competitions, follow this link. To view the ratings over the course of the show, follow this link. This section currently exists in outline form, and is lacking example citations and links. Liana M. A sister show is Abby's Ultimate Dance Competition , a panel-judged elimination contest series. The first season premiered on October 9, and concluded on December 11, A second season was aired from September 3, to November 19, The show did not return for a third season.

A show called Ice Moms was going to be in production, but they never decided to produce it. It was going to be focusing on figure skaters and their demanding mothers.

In October , Collins Avenue Productions and Lifetime announced preliminary work on yet another Dance Moms franchise, in addition to the two located in Pittsburgh and Miami; [24] however this probject was presumably abandoned. Abby's Studio Rescue debuted on Lifetime on June 24, , but was canceled after only seven episodes were broadcast.

A trial run was tried for broadcasts in the United States, but was soon abandoned. The show ran for two seasons before being cancelled in Dance Moms Wiki Explore. Dance Moms. Was it Cancelled or Renewed? We have the latest updates about Dance Moms, cast, characters and trailers on this page.

Is " Dance Moms " returning for Season 9? Will it start any time soon? What are the latest news about Dance Moms on Lifetime? Find all your answers below!

Dance Moms Cares Special. In this special filmed at the end of last year, the Abby Lee Dance Company shows there is no down time even in the offsesason. Abby enters her girls in a big Atlantic City dance competition that benefits the fight against cancer.

All the moms are on edge as it's the first time the team is competing since the blow up at Nationals. Meanwhile, cancer hits close to home while Abby deals with her own mother's fight with the disease.

Abby Strikes Back. Abby announces her first national open audition in Orlando; Jill accuses Christi of lying to help Chloe win; Brooke, Paige and Chloe are given a tricky trio to challenge Brooke's pop star credentials. Chloe vs. Kendall: Round 2. Cathy returns with a new team to compete against Abby's dancers; a nervous Abby pushes Chloe and Kendall to prepare for their competing solos; with open auditions for the Abby Lee Dance Company, the team members feel pressured to prove they still belong with the team.

No One is Safe. Holly worries about Nia's featured role in the group dance; Abby's second open call audition has the mothers on edge; Melissa defends her choice to home school Maddie and Mackenzie. Clash of the Chloes. Abby brings in a new dancer, named Chloe, for a trial run on the competition team; Christi is concerned that Abby will replace her daughter; the two Chloe's go head-to-head in competition; Holly and Jill are excited about their daughters' duet; Melissa thinks her girls are being overshadowed.

Big Trouble in the Big Apple. With another open call audition in New York, Abby announces that she is putting together an entirely new junior elite team; the Abby Lee Dance Company has two competitions in one week; Abby makes a bold decision that leads to a physically violent clash with Kelly. Wingman Down. With Kelly gone from Abby's studio, Christi isolates herself from the other mothers; Kalani is tested for a spot on Abby's competition team; Holly worries that Nia will not be prepared for her solo.

Nothing's Fair in Abbyville. Chloe and Kalani go head-to-head on the dance floor; Abby promises a starring role to the winner of an improvised dance off, but revokes this when Kendall wins; Abby pushes Mackenzie's pop singing career with a solo.

No Solo for You. Meanwhile, Abby adds a dose of negativity to Holly's new book on positive affirmations. Blame It on the New Girl.

A new girl tries out for Abby's team; Cathy prepares her team to end Abby's winning streak; Abby's girls dance at a nursing home to cheer up Abby's mother.

Sister Showdown. Mackenzie performs one of Maddie's old signature solos, in her first competition against her own sister; Payton struggles to perform a challenging number; Christi considers home school for Chloe. Decisions Decisions. Kalani becomes an official member of the Abby Lee Dance Company; Cathy choreographs her dancers in hopes of beating Abby's girls. Family Comes First. With her mother's health declining, Abby leaves the girls and their mothers to fend for themselves at this week's competition; the pending arrival of a new team looms over Abby's original team.

Melissa takes control during Mackenzie's music video shoot; Abby's team is under pressure to continue their winning streak; this week's dances are a tribute to Abby's ailing mother. Presenting My New Team. Abby shocks the dancers and their mothers when she presents her new junior elite competition team; the original dancers are pitted against new dancers.

Seeing Red. Abby and the mothers discuss memorable events from the past year; Abby talks about losing her mother; Christi is still upset about Kelly's expulsion from the team. Girl Talk. Their moms have had the floor to air their feuds, frustrations and alliances; now, for the first time ever, it's the girls' turn to dish the dirt.

With guest appearances from Asia Ray and Vivi, the dancers speak their mind on everything from Abby to their former teammates, the moms fighting, and everything in between The Battle of Maddie vs. The rivalry between Maddie and Chloe has boiled for four seasons and this episode of Dance Moms traces the very beginnings of it.

Maddie and Chloe battled for first place in competitions, first position on the pyramid and ultimately, for a place in Abby 's heart But is the rivalry really between them Abby's Top Ten Dances. June 24, [1]. Abby reveals her 10 favorite group dances, shown in never-before seen full length versions, and offers insight into how they came about. Double the Moms, Double the Trouble.

Kiss or Get Off the Pot. The Elite Team attempts to end their losing streak in a competition against the Candy Apples ; Abby recruits a former Candy Apple to dance a duet with Maddie.

While Maddie is away filming a guest appearance on " Ellen ," Abby realizes that she needs someone who can win in her absence; Abby gives Chloe , Nia and Kendall character driven solos; Christy's jealousy jeopardizes her daughter 's place on the team.

Chloe Gets Revenge. No More Crybabies. The team's three youngest members compete for a solo at Nationals; Abby concocts a secret plan to try and secure a win, but winds up causing a fight between the mothers. The Understudies. Abby assigns Chloe and Kendall to be Maddie 's understudies for the week; Holly uses a board to track Abby's favoritism toward Maddie; Cathy brings Gino back to the Candy Apples in hopes of scoring a win.

Another One Bites the Dust. The dancers try to impress Abby in the last competition before Nationals; Tracey 's dream of getting her daughter to join the Elite team is threatened; Cathy crashes the competition. The theme of Abby's Annual Dance Concert is an emotional tribute to her mother; Abby gives each of the girls 45 seconds to prove that they deserve a solo; Abby replaces Chloe with Kamryn.

Hollywood Here We Come, Part 1. Hollywood Here We Come, Part 2. Nationals are a day away, and with all of the distractions of Hollywood, the moms worry Abby has not given enough attention to the routines. Stakes have never been higher as Abby threatens to cut the losing team and Christi and Chloe make a heart-wrenching decision. Playing Favorites. The moms from both the Elite and Select Teams face off against Abby to hash out their grudges from this season and accuse her of blatant favoritism.

Maddie takes the stage to talk about her recent success in Hollywood with the Sia video , the girls present new dances, and of course, Cathy makes an appearance to ruffle Abby 's feathers. Girl Talk 2. Season 5 begins Hosted by singer and actress Coco Jones, in this second installment of "Girl Talk," the "Dance Moms" girls will answer their fans' questions, covering topics like boyfriends, rivalries We'll see clips of the girls' favorite dances over the years and even learn how to perform some of their signature moves.

Season 5 begins with a key member disappearing and cutting off all ties to the kids and moms. Abby then calls in an old friend to join the team. Later, an ex-student threatens legal action that could jeopardize the dance company's big season plans. Abby Got Served. The Maddie vs. Kalani showdown arrives. Meanwhile, Abby 's rival, Jeanette , is out for revenge, as lawsuits continue to mount for Abby.

The moms remain loyal, but Abby manages to turn her own team against her. JoJo with a Bow Bow. Abby needs a sub for Maddie, so she calls in new dancer JoJo , whose star quality threatens both the moms and the girls. Bye Bye Pittsburgh. As the team prepares for their big Hollywood adventure, Holly and Jill grow concerned that Abby's focus will only be on her favorites and Nia and Kendall will be forgotten.

After hearing about Maddie 's next big Los Angeles opportunity, Holly and Jill vow to take matters into their own hands. Hello Hollywood, Goodbye Abby. Abby sets up an audition with a casting agent for the girls but the pressure of LA is too great and Abby suffers her biggest breakdown yet, forcing the moms to question her abilities as a manager.

Nia Risks It All. After a chaotic first week in Los Angeles, things do not settle down when Abby and Holly have their biggest and most shocking fight ever, causing Holly to go behind Abby's back to work with a huge star despite the consequences. Maddie prepares for another big Hollywood job, and all the girls soon are on edge when Abby announces an open call audition in Los Angeles.

Wild Wild West Coast, Part 1. The mothers' patience with Abby grows thin during the ALDC 's last week in Los Angeles; Abby brings in two swing dancers that threaten the other girls' chances at an audition; Abby's job as a manager is put to the test.

Wild Wild West Coast, Part 2. While in Los Angeles, the girls juggle a competition and a music video shoot; Abby attempts to shut down the music video shoot; the mothers fight to keep their daughters on the team when Abby announces that she will be cutting one dancer. The Great Divide. The ALDC returns to Pittsburgh; the mothers are divided based on who stayed to film the music video and those who left; the group dance becomes a personal attack against the mothers; Abby discovers the team is in the teen division.

The New Maddie? Nia's Last Chance. The ALDC heads to Philadelphia with a risky non-lyrical routine; Abby gives Nia an ultimatum; frustrated with the lack of support from Melissa and Jill , Holly makes friends with two unlikely allies. Abby's Trash, Cathy's Treasure. The media goes crazy for Maddie 's second music video with Sia; Cathy assembles a team of dancers who have all worked with Abby and are ready to seek vengeance on the dance floor.

Mackenzie's Time to Shine. While Maddie is away, Mackenzie has the opportunity to prove herself; Abby decides to push the envelope with a sassy routine in a competition against Cathy 's premium Candy Apple's team. Hollywood, Round Two. The ALDC returns to Los Angeles to compete; Abby decides to manage Kendall 's new singing career; Nia and Kendall work to become pop stars while going head-to-head with solos; the girls give their all in the group dance.

Maddie vs. Determined to have a victory, the girls face Murrieta Dance Project ; Abby gives solos to her strongest dancers; Nia is left out of a show-biz opportunity. JoJo and Kendall have challenging solos for the last competition in Los Angeles; Nia and Kendall have music video shoots; Holly and Jill get competitive. Showdown in Pittsburgh, Part 1. The team returns to Pittsburgh to tie up loose ends before they move to Los Angeles; Abby schedules the team to attend a competition and a convention; Holly organizes a premiere party for Nia 's music video.

Showdown in Pittsburgh, Part 2. The ALDC embarks on their final competition before their move to Los Angeles; chaos ensues when only two girls show up at the competition; Cathy and Jeanette try to take down the ALDC; the team risks being disqualified.

Seeing Stars. Abby and the mothers meet to discuss the highs and lows of the season; Holly and Abby go head to head; Cathy and Jeanette stir things up; Maddie discusses her newfound fame; the team reflects on their experiences.

Dance Moms Down Under, Part 1. Dance Moms Down Under, Part 2. Kendall , Kalani , Maddie and Mackenzie have to learn a new routine to perform at a private fan event, while Holly brings in Mikey Minden to help Nia prepare to perform her single for the first time live. The team makes its permanent move to Los Angeles; Kendall is pushed to the limit as her pop star debut approaches along with having a solo; Abby makes a dramatic decision.

Maddie and Mackenzie compete with solos against each other in the same age category; Abby brings in a guest choreographer to teach the girls a routine inspired by voguing. West Coast Strikes Back. The ALDC 's biggest west coast rival returns to compete; Abby tests Mackenzie 's confidence with a big opportunity; Jess is desperate for JoJo to have a featured role when her grandmother visits.

Abby vs. The mothers push Abby to have more dance classes after losing two competitions in a row; Kira takes matters into her own hands and brings in outside help; Abby pressures Maddie to regain her standing as the ALDC 's top dancer. Last week's argument between Abby , Kira and Kalani leaves all three nowhere to be found; Kendall 's single drops; Nia meets with music producers; Jill is jealous when Holly enlists the help of a special guest.

Solo Battle: Round 1. Jeanette takes over with an epic routine; Abby tests the girls with a challenging prop; Kendall and JoJo go head-to-head in a showdown. In this special episode, we will look back at Maddie and Melissa 's Dance Moms journey from Maddie's earliest days as Abby 's star pupil to her life now as the most famous year-old dancer in the world.

Baby Dance Mama Drama. Abby announces that the grand opening party will coincide with Nationals; Kendall is rewarded with a solo; the girls have a bridesmaid-themed group dance. Nia and Holly are the stars of their very own one-hour special, giving the inside scoop on all five seasons of their life with the Abby Lee Dance Company.

Nia vs. Kalani: Winner Takes All. Together, they reveal their true feelings about their fights with Abby , their relationships with their teammates, and the performances that defined Kendall as a dancer and launched her career as a pop star. Kendall and Jill share never before heard stories about the challenges they faced and how they kept moving forward.

Chaos at Nationals. The season comes to a close with Nationals and the girls feel the pressure to remain undefeated; Abby opens her new studio the day before a competition, leaving the girls with little time to prepare; tension spirals out of control. We'll watch her grow up and branch out to become a pop star and hear what it was like to finally beat her sister in a stunning showdown. Along the way, Mackenzie and Melissa will give us the inside scoop on the triumphs and challenges in their Dance Moms journey.

City of Angels. Abby and the mothers discuss what went wrong at Nationals and some of the most shocking moments in Los Angeles; the mothers are divided on hot button issues; Abby drops a bombshell.

Slumber Party! In this Slumber Party special, Maddie takes us behind the scenes as she and the girls from Dance Moms dish on celebrity crushes, makeup tips, who takes the longest to get ready and more! Kalani and Kira reveal never before heard stories about their ups and downs with Abby and the tough decision to stay or go. JoJo and Jessalynn share details about their determination to become official ALDC team members along with their struggle of staying true to themselves.

No Moms Allowed. The girls will dish about all of the drama from the past season, what's to come for the ALDC and answer fans' biggest questions. The girls will also perform a fan-favorite routine and Nia will sing her song " Slay. New Season, New Rules.

The moms are shocked to learn that Abby is forming a new team, but they're even more surprised when news breaks that Abby could be facing jail time. When Mackenzie receives the brunt of Abby's rage, Melissa vows not to play nice anymore. Mini Dancers, Big Drama. Abby 's new mini team arrives in Los Angeles and tensions are high; Abby is distracted by new mothers, new dancers and her legal troubles; Ashlee and Brynn are caught in Jill 's cross hairs as Kendall 's position on the team is threatened.

The minis are ready to compete in their first group dance; Maddie books a prestigious photo shoot with two other ALDC girls; Maddie and Brynn compete head-to-head with solo routines; Abby makes an announcement that could tear the team apart.

Abby's Replaceable. Abby locks the team out of her Los Angeles studio; Debbie Allen invites the ALDC to work with her; guest choreographer Nakul includes the minis in a difficult Bollywood routine; Kalani and Nia are pushed to their breaking point with a duet. Abby's New Favorites. Abby returns with her focus solely on the minis; a new mini and her mother show up for an audition; the mothers complain when Brynn is chosen to dance the lead role.

Debbie Allen to the Rescue. The stress of Abby 's legal woes causes her to reach her limit and kick the girls out of her studio; the mothers contact Debbie Allen, who offers her studio so the girls can rehearse for their upcoming competition. Maddie Is Back. Maddie returns from shooting her movie, but Abby does not seem happy to see her; the mothers wonder if Abby is jealous of Maddie's fame; Ashlee hopes that Abby will spend more time grooming Brynn to be the next big star.

Nia Saves The Day. But when Kalani's back injury starts to act up and Kira is not there to help, Melissa and the other moms have to step in and do what's right for her. Later, with Kira absent and the original moms distracted, Ashlee takes the opportunity to fill in for Abby 's newly fired office manager causing more drama with the other moms.

Abby Lee Horror Story. The Maddie Rumor. Maddie is nominated for a People's Choice Award; the mothers are furious when Abby invites an unexpected guest as her date to the awards; the minis return, along with a new mother whose daughter's attitude causes a dance catastrophe. Brynn's Big Moment. Abby brings in Todrick Hall to direct the girls in a commercial; Maddie and Brynn captain trio teams of their choosing to compete head-to-head. The ALDC heads to Las Vegas; Ashlee and Brynn are now official members of the team; Kendall stands up to Ashlee for the first time; the mothers are concerned that the girls are becoming too involved in the drama.

JoJo Steals the Show. Melissa's Announcement. Abby 's world is shattered when Melissa shares shocking news that will change the face of the ALDC forever. Mack Z vs. Abby Lee. Abby gives Brynn and JoJo hip hop solos, but gives Mackenzie a safe acrobatic routine; Mackenzie fights for what she wants; Abby flees the studio.

Mini Madness. Maddie and Brynn have solos this week; the mothers are not happy when Abby assigns Brynn a dance inspired by an old Maddie routine ; the mini team returns to compete for Abby's attention. One Last Dance. Hello and Goodbye. The mothers reunite to discuss the dramatic events from the season; the mini mothers discuss the future of the ALDC ; the junior elite team performs.

The Girls Say Goodbye. Later, Todrick Hall makes a special guest appearance to perform with the girls. We will witness the girls' heartfelt goodbyes to the Zieglers and watch them dance together for the very last time. Maddie and Mackenzie Say Goodbye.

For the first time ever, Maddie and Mackenzie sit down with Abby and give an exclusive take on their Dance Moms journey before they say their final farewell. Girl Talk 3. Some super fans get up close and personal with the girls, the newest member of the Mini Team is introduced. The Dads of Dance Moms finally make an appearance to spill their daughters' deepest secrets and show off their own moves. Abby's New Beginning. The season begins with a newly motivated Abby Lee promising to no longer overlook her remaining dancers now that her star, Maddie , is gone.

Abby assigns Brynn and Kendall head-to-head duets with boy partners and Brynn struggles with the pressure. When Jess calls out Abby's favoritism for Brynn, Ashlee hits her boiling point. Abby challenges Nia and Kendall with tough head-to-head trios but the group tribute to Madonna leaves the moms wanting more.