Step It Up

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  • TV-PG
  • 2015
  • 1 Season
  • 5.7  (18)

Step It Up is a dance reality television show that premiered on Lifetime in 2015. The show follows three young dancers, Traci Young-Byron, Kayla Bechor, and Katy Mikelle as they run their own dance companies and compete against each other to create the best dance routines. Each episode has a different theme and the dancers must create a routine that showcases their unique dance styles and creativity. Traci Young-Byron is the founder of the Young Contemporary Dance Theatre in Jamaica, Queens. She is a former member of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater and has danced with numerous other companies throughout her career. She is known for her choreography that often tackles social issues and incorporates African and Caribbean dance styles. In the show, Traci is the eldest of the three dancers and serves as a mentor and role model for the younger dancers. Kayla Bechor is the owner of the Inspire Dance Company in Tampa Bay, Florida. She is a former NFL cheerleader and has danced in the NBA and WNBA. Kayla's dance style is influenced by jazz, contemporary, and lyrical dance. She is also an experienced choreographer and loves to experiment with different dance styles to create unique and compelling routines. In the show, Kayla is the youngest of the three dancers and is often seen trying to prove herself to her more experienced counterparts. Katy Mikelle is the founder of the Kreativ Mindz Dance Academy in Dallas, Texas. She is a former backup dancer for Beyoncé and Destiny's Child and has also danced for other major artists such as Usher and Chris Brown. Katy's dance style is hip-hop based and often incorporates elements of popping, locking, and breaking. In the show, Katy is the most competitive of the three dancers and is always striving to come out on top. The show consists of eight episodes and each episode features a different theme, such as "Girl Power" or "Love and Heartbreak." In each episode, the three dancers are given a challenge to create a dance routine based on the theme. The dancers are given a limited amount of time to choreograph the routine and properly train their dancers to perform it. Once the routines are completed, the dancers compete against each other in front of a panel of judges in a dance battle. The judges consist of dance industry professionals such as choreographers, dance studio owners, and dancers themselves. The judges critique each routine and provide feedback to the dancers. The winner of each episode is determined by the judges and wins a cash prize. Throughout the show, the viewers get an inside look at the dancers' personal lives and the struggles they face running their own dance companies. The dancers are often shown dealing with financial struggles, personal relationships, and the pressure to succeed. The show highlights the importance of hard work, dedication, and passion in pursuing a career in dance. Overall, Step It Up is a fun and entertaining reality show that showcases the talent and creativity of three incredible dancers. The show is inspirational and highlights the importance of following your dreams and working hard to achieve your goals. If you love dance or are looking for an uplifting and inspiring show, Step It Up is definitely worth watching.

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It All Comes Down To This
8. It All Comes Down To This
November 13, 2015
In the first season finale, the dancers perform a personal liturgical dance; and members of the Company give it their all in their freestyle routines for rep auditions in hopes of joining the elite YCDT.
Beware of Bat Woman
7. Beware of Bat Woman
November 6, 2015
The dancers walk the catwalk and perform at a fashion show for designer Tebo Dambe; Icon Talent Agency holds auditions to sign new dancers.
Video Villain
6. Video Villain
October 30, 2015
Traci rehearses with the Company for the upcoming Rep auditions while the YCDT Repertory dancers focus on their preparation for a music video audition for international singing sensation, Victoria.
Play Less, You Hot Mess
5. Play Less, You Hot Mess
October 23, 2015
It's the toughest week yet for YCDT when Traci announces they have two back-to-back performances at Busch Gardens and Little Haiti Cultural Center.
Museum Mayhem
4. Museum Mayhem
October 16, 2015
Traci stuns the dancers when she announces only those who can do a triple pirouette can audition for the honor of performing for some of the biggest dignitaries in Miami.
Fix Your Face
3. Fix Your Face
October 9, 2015
This week, Traci Young-Byron's YCDT dancers have been invited to audition for musical artist, Kiddie Garcia, in an exclusive concert showcase. Traci decides to only use only her top-tier Repertory dancers. Diaunte, one of her Company dancers, feels frustrated that he won't get a chance to perform.
Fake Sweat
2. Fake Sweat
October 2, 2015
The dancers from the Young Contemporary Dance Theatre headline a big fourth of July event; some of the intermediate dancers struggle to keep up; a dancer fails to show up on time.
Do You Have What It Takes? (Pilot)
1. Do You Have What It Takes? (Pilot)
September 25, 2015
Traci Young-Byron directs Miami's Young Contemporary Dance Theatre; the elite Icon Talent Agency taps Traci to pick the best dancers to audition for their agency.
Fake Sweat
102. Fake Sweat
October 1, 2015
The YCDT is headlining a July 4th event and Traci decides to take a risk and allow both her Repertory and Company to perform. But her intermediate dancers struggle to keep up and one of her principal dancers fails to show up on time.
Fix Your Face
103. Fix Your Face
October 8, 2015
Traci Young-Byron's dancers have been invited to audition for musical artist, Kiddie Garcia, in an exclusive concert showcase. Traci uses only her top-tier Repertory dancers. Diaunte feels frustrated that he won't perform.
Museum Mayhem
104. Museum Mayhem
October 15, 2015
Traci announces only those who can do a triple pirouette can audition to perform for some of the biggest dignitaries in Miami. But dancing takes a back-seat when Traci and Jean gets startling news when they discuss starting a family.
Video Villain
106. Video Villain
October 29, 2015
This week, Traci takes time to rehearse with the Company for the upcoming Rep auditions while the YCDT Repertory dancers are working hard to prepare for a music video audition for international singing sensation, Victoria.
Beware of Bat Woman
107. Beware of Bat Woman
November 5, 2015
The dancers must walk the runway and perform at a fashion show for designer Tebo Dambe. Icon Talent Agency is holding auditions, and both YCDT Rep and Company members have the opportunity to land a coveted spot.
It All Comes Down to This
108. It All Comes Down to This
November 12, 2015
It's an emotional rollercoaster for the dancers as they perform a very personal liturgical dance. The Company also faces their biggest test of the year with Repertory auditions as Traci will put them to the test with a freestyle routine.
Description

Step It Up is a dance reality television show that premiered on Lifetime in 2015. The show follows three young dancers, Traci Young-Byron, Kayla Bechor, and Katy Mikelle as they run their own dance companies and compete against each other to create the best dance routines. Each episode has a different theme and the dancers must create a routine that showcases their unique dance styles and creativity.

Traci Young-Byron is the founder of the Young Contemporary Dance Theatre in Jamaica, Queens. She is a former member of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater and has danced with numerous other companies throughout her career. She is known for her choreography that often tackles social issues and incorporates African and Caribbean dance styles. In the show, Traci is the eldest of the three dancers and serves as a mentor and role model for the younger dancers.

Kayla Bechor is the owner of the Inspire Dance Company in Tampa Bay, Florida. She is a former NFL cheerleader and has danced in the NBA and WNBA. Kayla's dance style is influenced by jazz, contemporary, and lyrical dance. She is also an experienced choreographer and loves to experiment with different dance styles to create unique and compelling routines. In the show, Kayla is the youngest of the three dancers and is often seen trying to prove herself to her more experienced counterparts.

Katy Mikelle is the founder of the Kreativ Mindz Dance Academy in Dallas, Texas. She is a former backup dancer for Beyoncé and Destiny's Child and has also danced for other major artists such as Usher and Chris Brown. Katy's dance style is hip-hop based and often incorporates elements of popping, locking, and breaking. In the show, Katy is the most competitive of the three dancers and is always striving to come out on top.

The show consists of eight episodes and each episode features a different theme, such as "Girl Power" or "Love and Heartbreak." In each episode, the three dancers are given a challenge to create a dance routine based on the theme. The dancers are given a limited amount of time to choreograph the routine and properly train their dancers to perform it. Once the routines are completed, the dancers compete against each other in front of a panel of judges in a dance battle.

The judges consist of dance industry professionals such as choreographers, dance studio owners, and dancers themselves. The judges critique each routine and provide feedback to the dancers. The winner of each episode is determined by the judges and wins a cash prize.

Throughout the show, the viewers get an inside look at the dancers' personal lives and the struggles they face running their own dance companies. The dancers are often shown dealing with financial struggles, personal relationships, and the pressure to succeed. The show highlights the importance of hard work, dedication, and passion in pursuing a career in dance.

Overall, Step It Up is a fun and entertaining reality show that showcases the talent and creativity of three incredible dancers. The show is inspirational and highlights the importance of following your dreams and working hard to achieve your goals. If you love dance or are looking for an uplifting and inspiring show, Step It Up is definitely worth watching.

Step It Up is a series that is currently running and has 1 seasons (14 episodes). The series first aired on September 25, 2015.

Where to Watch Step It Up

Step It Up is available for streaming on the Lifetime website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Step It Up on demand at Google Play and Apple TV.

  • Premiere Date
    September 25, 2015
  • IMDB Rating
    5.7  (18)