Lights, Camera, Disney Magic: A Night of Enchantment on the Dance Floor

The ballroom was alive with the spirit of Disney as the latest episode of the hit reality show unfolded. From Broadway stars to NBA champions, the contestants showcased their talents in a dazzling display of choreography and character embodiment. With the judges' critiques and the audience's roar, the competition reached new heights, leaving viewers captivated by the magic of the dance floor.

Unleashing the Disney Charm: A Night of Unforgettable Performances

Broadway Brilliance and Genie-us Moves

The evening kicked off with a showstopping performance from Broadway's Michael James Scott, who channeled the Genie from Aladdin with his soulful rendition of "A Friend Like Me." The troupe's choreography, crafted by the talented Mandy Moore, percolated with energy, captivating the audience and setting the tone for a night of enchantment.

Taming Stage Fright and Tapping into Tango Triumph

NBA Champion Dwight Howard, who had struggled with stage fright in the previous week, surprised everyone with a joyful tango performance set to a Wreck-It Ralph tune. While the judges acknowledged his impressive ability to overcome his anxiety, they also noted some technical missteps, ultimately awarding him a score of 24 out of 30.

Villainous Jazz and a Devilishly Delightful Display

Phaedra Parks, from The Real Housewives of Atlanta, teamed up with partner Val Chmerkovskiy to bring the iconic Cruella de Vil to life through a jazz routine. Despite some timing issues, the judges praised the confidence and Broadway-esque quality of the performance, earning Parks a score of 24 out of 30.

A Romantic Rumba and a Missed Crab Opportunity

Jenn Tran, from The Bachelorette, and her partner Sasha Farber delivered a romantic rumba to "Kiss the Girl" from The Little Mermaid. While the judges commended Tran's improvement, they also noted room for improvement in her hip movement, resulting in a score of 24 out of 30.

A Jive with Heroic Potential and a Donkey-Powered Jazz Sensation

Olympian Stephen Nedoroscik brought his pommel horse skills to the dance floor, performing a jive to "Star is Born" from Hercules. The judges praised his effort but noted some timing issues, awarding him a score of 24 out of 30. Meanwhile, Olympic rugby player Ilona Maher and her partner Alan Bersten captivated the audience with a jazz number inspired by the character Luisa from Encanto, earning a score of 25 out of 30.

Tarzan Samba and a Marvel-ous Jazz Tribute

The Bachelor's Joey Graziadei embraced his inner Tarzan, stripping down and rocking a shaggy wig for a samba performance that impressed the judges, earning a score of 25 out of 30. Super Bowl Champion Danny Amendola and partner Witney Carson channeled the energy of Deadpool and Wolverine with a jazz routine set to N'SYNC's "Bye Bye Bye," earning a score of 27 out of 30.

Conquering Criticism and Earning Immunity

Chandler Kinney, from Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin, used her frustration with the judges' previous comments to fuel a powerful Paso doble performance to "We Own the Night" from the Disney's Zombies franchise. The judges were impressed, and Kinney earned a score of 27 out of 30, securing immunity for the next week.

Team Dances: Roaring Lions and Goofy Antics

The team dances brought even more excitement to the night. Team Roar, featuring Amendola, Nedoroscik, Parks, and Howard, performed "I Just Can't Wait To Be King" from Mufasa: The Lion King, earning a score of 24 out of 30. Meanwhile, Team Goofs, comprising Maher, Kinney, Tran, and Graziadei, danced to "Eye to Eye" from The Goofy Movie, earning a score of 27 out of 30 and impressing the judges with their tight, clean, and well-rehearsed performance.In the end, it was Phaedra Parks who was sent home, but not before expressing her gratitude to her partner, Val Chmerkovskiy, for his guidance and patience throughout the competition.