BBC Young Dancer

BBC Young Dancer (2015- )

EndedReality show

The BBC turns the spotlight on the UK's best young dancers with a nationwide talent search to find the first BBC Young Dancer. Dancers aged 16-20 were invited to enter one of four categories - ballet, contemporary, hip hop and south Asian dance

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2022-05-07Episode 4May 7, 2022
2022-05-01Episode 3May 1, 2022
2022-04-24Episode 2Apr 24, 2022
2022-04-17Episode 1Apr 17, 2022
2019-05-18Grand FinalMay 18, 2019
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did BBC Young Dancer premiere?

BBC Young Dancer premiered on April 17, 2015.

Who hosted BBC Young Dancer?

BBC Young Dancer was hosted by Anita Rani and Ore Oduba.

How many categories were there in BBC Young Dancer?

BBC Young Dancer had four categories: Ballet, Contemporary, Hip Hop, and South Asian Dance.

Who won the Ballet category in the first season of BBC Young Dancer?

Connor Scott won the Ballet category in the first season of BBC Young Dancer.

Which dance company was the winner of the Contemporary category in BBC Young Dancer?

Jacob O'Connell, representing Rambert, won the Contemporary category in BBC Young Dancer.

Who emerged as the winner in the Hip Hop category of BBC Young Dancer?

Nafisah Baba won the Hip Hop category in BBC Young Dancer.

Which dance style did Vidya Patel represent in BBC Young Dancer?

Vidya Patel represented the South Asian Dance category in BBC Young Dancer.

Who were the judges of BBC Young Dancer?

The judges of BBC Young Dancer were Matthew Bourne, Akram Khan, Wayne McGregor, and Tamara Rojo.

What was the prize for the winners of BBC Young Dancer?

The winners of BBC Young Dancer received a trophy and the opportunity to perform at Sadler's Wells Theatre in London.

How many episodes were there in the first season of BBC Young Dancer?

The first season of BBC Young Dancer had four episodes.

Did BBC Young Dancer have a live final?

Yes, BBC Young Dancer had a live final where the winners in each category were announced.

Who choreographed the opening group performance in BBC Young Dancer?

Wayne McGregor choreographed the opening group performance in BBC Young Dancer.

Was there a mentoring process for the contestants in BBC Young Dancer?

Yes, the contestants in BBC Young Dancer were mentored by professional dancers throughout the competition.

Were there any guest performers in BBC Young Dancer?

Yes, there were guest performances by professional dancers and dance companies in BBC Young Dancer.

Who composed the music for BBC Young Dancer?

The music for BBC Young Dancer was composed by Nitin Sawhney.

Did BBC Young Dancer feature behind-the-scenes footage?

Yes, BBC Young Dancer featured behind-the-scenes footage showcasing the contestants' journey and preparation.

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