'AGT' Season 19: Internet claims 'chaotic' performance from Los Osos High School was 'lackluster start' to show
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: On Tuesday, May 28, NBC premiered Season 19 of 'America's Got Talent', with judges Simon Cowell, Howie Mandel, Heidi Klum, and Sofía Vergara. However, the opening performance left viewers disappointed, with many accusing Los Osos High School of delivering a mediocre audition for the chance at a $1 million prize and a headline show in Las Vegas.
The school's dance squad wanted to perform in the Super Bowl and feature in television ads. They assured Simon that they firmly believe in their abilities and are confident in their potential to win.
Simon stated, "It's like High School Musical." The LOHS varsity dance team then performed "OMG" and "YEAH" by Usher.
The high school dance group was accompanied by their choreographer and the school's principal. While they demonstrated competence for a high school group, they were not deemed exceptional by the judges.
'AGT' has showcased some truly exceptional dance ensembles, setting a high standard for talent. Despite initial skepticism, Simon seemed delighted by the end of the performance.
On Reddit, viewers reacted to the first audition, with one saying, "A dance team. Starting mid." One user asked, "They could be good but why are we getting to the point where high school dance teams are auditioning for agt? unless they’re gonna set themselves apart from other school dance teams."
Another user wrote, "I feel like these dancers are trying to overwhelm me with humans." One user said, "Howie and Heidi are on point. there’s definitely been a bar set with dance acts on this show. this feels like what it should be, a high school assembly show."
Some users agreed with Howie, with one writing, "Lackluster start. Howie was right." Another added, "Dark Howie is back! Thankfully there is one judge that has a brain."
On X, one fan wrote, "It was just a bunch of them running around. Very cute for a pep rally. Lol . I wish them the best." Another chimed in, "Chaos on stage."
It was just a bunch of them running around. Very cute for a pep rally. Lol 😂😅. I wish them the best.
— Shivonne (@scentedwildrose) May 29, 2024
Howie Mandel and Heidi Klum disagree with Simon Cowell after Los Osos High School audition in 'AGT' Season 19
Sofia praised it as "perfect" and remarked, "Good job." However, Heidi offered constructive criticism, noting that at one point, the dancers resembled a kaleidoscope and suggested that the dance team needed to improve their choreography.
Howie acknowledged the support of the crowd and agreed with Heidi that the standard has been elevated this season. He noted the exceptional dancers featured on 'AGT' and expressed the belief that the high school dance group should have incorporated at least one standout move.
Simon expressed strong disagreement with Heidi and Howie's critiques, emphasizing that he thoroughly enjoyed the performance. He described it as "brilliant" and appreciated the dancers' enthusiasm. It seems Simon is grading them using a separate set of standards. Howie said no; Sofia said yes; Simon said yes; and Heidi answered yes. The LOHS varsity dance team advanced to the next round!
Who is Los Osos High School in 'AGT' Season 19?
Season 19 of 'AGT' included the Los Osos High School dance team competing for the coveted prize. Rancho Cucamonga's varsity dance squad just went viral on the internet with their spectacular homage to Usher.
The dance company performed the highly anticipated Super Bowl LVIII Halftime Show routine by the singer and released the footage on social media. Rachel Muego choreographed the squad, which included over two dozen kids, including co-captains Carlie Mason, Mia Castillo, and Makalah Scott.
The dancers poured their hearts and minds into creating an almost nine-minute routine honoring the great vocalist. They spread over the gym floor and in the stands, as the set list included some of the superstar's biggest singles, such as 'U Don't Have to Call', 'Party', 'Lil' Freak', 'You Make Me Wanna...', 'Yeah!' and 'Burn'.
Following their popular performance, the LOHS dance group is now geared up to captivate both the judges and the audience of 'AGT' Season 19.
Who is the coach of Los Osos High School in 'AGT' Season 19?
Rachel hails from Rancho Cucamonga, California, and works as a creative director and dance choreographer. According to her LinkedIn page, she graduated from California State University with a bachelor's degree in arts.
In 2010, Rachel landed her first position as a Creative Director with Urban Edge Dance Co following her graduation. Over the last two years, she has been dedicated to her role as a dance teacher and choreographer at Los Osos High School.
Rachel has created several captivating shows and coached several students. Rachel's dancing pupils are now set to compete in Season 19 of 'AGT'. Rachel has received assistance in training the dancers from Kylee Rose, her co-teacher.
'AGT' Season 19 airs on Tuesdays at 8 pm ET only on NBC.
