Sherman's Showcase - Season 1
Season 1
Episodes
Meet Sherman
Meet Sherman introduces Sherman McDaniels, host of Sherman's Showcase. John Legend walks us through a history of The Showcase - from Sherman's parentage, to the origin of the show, with highlights throughout the show's run.
The Showcase Dancers
Host, Nigel Lythgoe introduces the dancers of Sherman's Showcase and shares significant moments in the series, including marriages between dancers, dancer-based controversies, and the show's only robotic dancer.
Behind the Charade
Host Morris Day, documents the rise, fall and rise of iconic pop star, Charade, from his discovery on Sherman's Showcase through his historic 2007 comeback.
Enemies
Sherman reflects on his many haters over the decades as we dig into the rivalries and feuds of The Showcase. Turns out, genuine friendship is a rare commodity in showbiz, especially if you're talking about frenemies John Legend and Common.
The Ladies of the Showcase
Host Mary J. Blige introduces just some of the female artists who used Sherman's Showcase as a launchpad for their careers. Performances include an unusual rap battle, a black girl magic act, and a performance by Mary herself.
July 8, 1995
A very '90s episode of "Sherman's Showcase from July 8, 1995. Sherman's producer called it "the single best episode in the history of the show." Performers include Big Freddy Payne, a go-go band and a trailer for a movie about Montell Jordan.
White Music
An aging punk singer explores the many different white artists who have performed on "Sherman's Showcase." Sherman used his show as a platform to try and bridge the racial gap. Sometimes it worked. Sometimes it was awkward.
Ray J's Showcase
In the season finale, Sherman is shocked to find himself in a world turned upside down, where Ray J is the host of his Showcase. Sherman races to uncover what triggered this alternate universe and finds himself face-to-face with an unexpected foe.
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