Watch Now: NBC World of Dance Season 3, Episode 1 Performances + Recap
Season 3 of NBC World of Dance premiered last night, and is gearing up to be the most epic season yet.Featuring celebrity judges Derek Hough, Ne-Yo, and Jennifer Lopez scoring performances in the first round of the competition, The Qualifiers, the competition is on.Last night we also met our new host, Sean Evans and we can't wait to see him on the rest of the season!New this season: In order to advance to The Duels, performances needed to have a combined score of 85. This means that contestants that made it through the qualifying round in previous seasons, wouldn't have made it this time.Watch the full episode now, and check out our recap below to see who made it to The Duels, and who was eliminated.
Upper Team Divison
The Kings
The first performance of the season was The Kings, competing in the Upper Team division with an explosive performance.[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mq-DGPr3fRI[/embed]Final score: 97.7
The Heima
The Heimawowed with their artistic show of strength and control.[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xl8C0BkaNNI[/embed]Final score: 93.7
Upper Division
Jonathan y Jorge
Took the stage as the first same-sex salsa duo onWorld of Dance and they blowed the judges away and even got Derek on stage to dance with them.[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=izk-cNVfsW4[/embed]Final score: 88.7
Poppin John
Poppin John has made a name for himself in the popping community and was excited to bring his skills to the show.[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qu_mqSe1vso[/embed]Final score: 85.3
D'Angelo Brothers
Showcasing tap,this amazing duo had the judges hyped.[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7fD7EknM5AM[/embed]Final score: 87.3
Junior Team Division
The Crazy 8's
Here to fight for their member with selective mutism, this mini crew blew the judges away.[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8IuA-DFtWO4[/embed]Final score: 93.0
Elektro Crew
High energy, fun, and full of skill, the Elektro Crew came ready to compete.[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pWIc85idQf0[/embed]Final score: 86.3
Get Down District
Barely making a qualifying score, Get Down District is ready to bring it to the next level in the Duels.Final score: 85
West Springfield Dance
Final score: 85
Junior Divison
Lauren Yakima
Lauren showed her incredible grace and strength in her moving performance.[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CVaO6U7juqU[/embed]Final score: 95.7
Funkanometry
Fun and funky, these boys thoroughly entertained the judges and the audience.[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cZRodI447TE[/embed]Final score: 87.3
Julian & Charlize
This hip hop duo showcased their skill and style.[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CtWoJ-YhTeg[/embed]Final score: 87.0
Ellie & Ava
These sisters were graceful and powerful in their emotional performance.[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O1OwS5pQln8[/embed]Final score: 92.3