Who is Phillip Lewis? 'AGT' Season 19 contestant is a baton twirler who kicked off his dancing career at 17
SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH: Phillip Lewis, a contestant on 'America's Got Talent' Season 19, is a skilled freelance dancer and baton twirler. He will be taking the stage on Tuesday, June 4 to showcase his passion for dance and baton twirling.
The NBC contestant's dance journey officially commenced in 2018 when he chose to pursue formal training in dance at BYU-Idaho. However, he had already started his career at the young age of 17.
Phillip's performances are a blend of various dance styles, including ballet, modern, jazz, ballroom, and Afro-Caribbean, demonstrating his versatility and creativity. Besides his television appearances, he regularly shares videos of his captivating dance routines on his Instagram page for his fans to enjoy.
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'AGT' Season 19 contestant Phillip Lewis loves doing theatre
Aside from his dancing career, 'AGT' Season 19 competitor Philip Lewis, currently residing in Salt Lake City, Utah, has a passion for theater. Lewis actively participates in the theater community in Salt Lake City, working as a dancer for the Hale Centre Theatre.
The Utah native boasts an impressive theater resume with several notable credits to his name. His performances include roles in popular productions such as 'Newsies', 'Elf the Musical', 'Beauty and the Beast', and 'The Nutty Professor.' He truly shines on stage, captivating audiences with his remarkable talent and dedication to his craft.
In March 2024, Phillip expressed his love for theatre on World Theatre Day by sharing a heartfelt message on his Instagram account. Overflowing with excitement, he conveyed his passion for the performing arts to his followers, underscoring the significance of theatre in his life.
He started by writing, "A day late for sure, but blessed to celebrate World Theatre Day! I’ve had the privilege of performing in some incredible places throughout the USA, but my absolute favorite has been the @halecentretheatre!"
"Newsies and Elf brought such great memories, and I’m excited to see what Nutty Professor and Beauty and the Beast will bring!! So glad that I stepped into the world of musical theatre!!!" he added.
Phillip Lewis 'feels excited' to be on NBC show 'AGT' Season 19
Phillip Lewis is filled with anticipation and enthusiasm as he embarks on his journey on Season 19 of the hit NBC show 'America's Got Talent.' In recent days, he has been active on social media, documenting and sharing more details about his exhilarating experiences on the renowned television program.
"Excited to announce that I will be the next baton twirler to be featured on America’s Got Talent! You can watch my audition June 4th at 8pm ET on @nbc! Mark your calendars and share this with EVERYONE you know! It’s going to be EPIC! #batontwirling #agtauditions #phillyszn," he wrote in the caption of an Instagram post.
'America's Got Talent' Season 19 airs on Tuesdays at 8 pm ET on NBC. Viewers can stream the new episodes on Peacock the next day.
