Remember when prime time television was loaded with dance competitions? Some thought there was not enough room for Dancing with the Stars, So You Think You Can Dance and also America's Best Dance Crew, so the latter was canceled more than two years ago. Apparently, after giving the show a breather, MTV had second thoughts and has agreed to reboot Randy Jackson's show after that brief hiatus. ABDC, as it is affectionately known, will be returning this summer according to a press release MTV put out yesterday, Jan. 10.
"It's the best of the best as America's Best Dance Crew returns this summer with six new episodes featuring dance crews from previous seasons of the hit competition series. Prepare for battles showcasing more amazing styles and innovative choreography as these crews keep the audience on the edge of their seats. Fresh talent and an all-new group of judges fill out what will be an electrifying season.
"ABDC is executive produced by Randy Jackson, Rob Lee (Bayonne Entertainment) and Howard and Karen Schwartz (Hip Hop International). Brooke Karzen, Dan Sacks and Louise Wu are the executives overseeing the project for Warner Horizon Television (The Bachelor, The Bachelorette, The Voice). Lauren Dolgen, Kristina Edwards, Michelle Klepper and Hannah Uszak are the executives in charge for MTV, " says the official statement.
ABDC featured some of the most innovative choreography around for all seven seasons of its original run. Maybe since Jackson has officially left American Idol he feels like he can give this show more attention and that will help to keep those ratings up as high as they need to be.
Will you be tuning in to check out the new crews featured this summer? Better yet, are you glad to hear that they are going to bring back some old favorites, too? Tell us your thoughts in the comments section below.
