Got To Dance Final 2014: My Four Hottest Contenders

In amongst all the reality shows and talent shows and reality talent shows, there's one programme that still gives me goosebumps. Don't get me wrong, I will probably (read: almost definitely) be tuning into X Factor this coming Saturday but it is Sky 1's Got To Dance that has my continued allegiance. And when you look at this year's finalists, is it any wonder why?

 

All of the acts who have made it through to the final and a few of those who didn't (I'm looking at you in particular Marvel) are talented beyond words. Watching performances like the ones we've been privileged enough to see are nothing short of inspiring and Got To Dance has me itching to get back into training myself. But of course there can be only one winner so out the nine remaining, here are my top favourites.

 

1. Dance Illusion.

 

 After being in university competition squads, I'm used to performing in big groups so watching an act like Dance Illusion always appeals to me. These guys were so tight in their performance and technique, and I am so excited to see what they bring to the final. I thought their Grecian-style semi-final piece was off the charts, so I really hope they showcase a performance as inspired as that one was.

 

2. Bitter Harvest.

 

I can't lie - I am a ballet girl at heart. I love everything about ballet and how antithetical it is; its rigidity versus its fluidity, strength versus suppleness, performance versus precision. Never underestimate how hard it is to make ballet look as effortless as Bitter Harvest manage to. Sometimes in a pas de deux it can look as if the man is little more than muscle but his primary role is to make his partner look good which, in Bitter Harvest,  happens with ease. Whether they'll have enough of a presence to compete with the larger groups in the final is yet to be seen, but I hope their performance is as beautiful as always.

 

3. Duplic8

 

These boys have absolutely stolen my heart. I love that they are such a fresh and unusual combination of dancers who clearly work well together. They're cheeky but they can afford to be with the talent they possess. I did think their semi final performance left a little to be desired when you compare it to other routines which focused solely on the dancing and not the gimmicks. But there is no doubt about it, they're amazing to watch and have a great shot if they can just marry their personalities with a high-level performance.

 

4. Dan-I and Sia

 

The final, and possibly my favourite, act worth watching is Dan-I and Sia. Watching these two dance is like watching water flow. It is gentle and it is refreshing and the two of them are always moving, so in sync. I absolutely loved their semi final performance and I hope the power of their ability shines through in the final in amongst the more animated, thematic performances. I can't wait to see what these two bring to the table and it's an absolute pleasure to watch such graceful dancers really commit to each other's performance.

 

All of the finalists are incredible performers so Friday's Got To Dance will be a show stopper no matter what. Bring on Friday night!