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'World of Dance': Native American dance troupe sent home, fans slam judges for failing to break the mold

'World of Dance' fans were very unhappy and disappointed with the judges for sending 'Indigenous Enterprise' home without a callback
PUBLISHED JUN 3, 2020
'Indigenous Enterprise' (NBC)
'Indigenous Enterprise' (NBC)

NBC's 'World of Dance' is an amazing platform for dancers from across the world to showcase their unique talents and win a chance to earn the coveted title of 'best dancer in the world'. Over the course of the past three seasons, we have seen numerous dancers from various corners of the world bring us a piece of their culture and talent. It was no different on the latest episode either. 

Native Americans have a rich history and culture, and we got a glimpse of it thanks to the dance group 'Indigenous Enterprise'. The troupe comprised of members from the Navajo tribe, who performed a circle dance. Before beginning their performance, the group members explained to the judges- Jennifer Lopez, Derek Hough, and Ne-Yo, about how the dance is centuries old and performed to the beats of drums in the circle.

The troupe then proceeded to perform their breath-taking performance filled with gravity-defying moves in circles. The judges watched the whole routine with awe. At the end of their performance, the judges couldn't stop raving about how beautiful and synchronized their whole routine was. JLo even commented how she wouldn't be able to jump through the hoops, the way the talented dancers could.

Despite all the praises and compliments, unfortunately, the judges felt that the group's performance from the competition's stance doesn't meet what they are looking for. So, the group was sent home without even offering them a chance for a callback. Fans were left feeling disappointed with the judges and the show for not moving the 'Indigenous Enterprise' to the next round despite their impressive performance.

A fan tweeted, "Really disappointed that you were too narrow-minded to even give Indigenous Enterprise a callback opportunity because they didn't fit your mold. Fyi...I'd choose Native American dance over contemporary any day. #worldofdance." Another fan shared, "#worldofdance @worldofdance that’s crazy y’all didn’t put the indigenous group through, I guess were not “modern” enough for you."

"That Indigenous crew definitely brought the energy and way to rep for their culture.... It's a shame they couldn't be able to display their art and culture further #WorldOfDance ," pointed out a fan. Another fan wrote, "@NBCWorldofDance @JLo #NEO@derekhough I'm so disappointed in your show. How many times have you said dance is inclusive, knows no nationality or color. If traditional Indigenous dance does not fit #worldofdance it's YOU who needs to make a place for it."

"And yet you say there is no place for that beautiful proud Indigenous Dance group. No. No more. Not a good look. #worldofdance @JLo@derekhough @NeYoCompound," shared a fan.

'World of Dance' season 4 airs every Tuesday at 10/9c only on NBC. 

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