'World of Dance' Season 2 Episode 14 'The Cut' Recap and Results: Who Left and Who Stayed Tonight?
The second round of The Cut on "World of Dance" begins tonight. Find out who gets eliminated and who moves on to the Divisional Finals, here.
The World of Dance competition continues as the final round of The Cut kicks off, Wednesday, Aug. 29 at 9 p.m. EDT. The final acts will face off for coveted spots in the Divisional Finals.
If you aren't familiar with how The Cut works, each week all remaining acts in a single division (Junior, Junior Team, Upper and Upper Team) perform for the judges and only three acts from each division will move on to the Divisional Finals. As each act performs, the judges will submit scores based off the show's unique five-point scoring system. The three teams with the highest average will move on to the Divisional Finals, and the losing acts will be eliminated. During the Duels, 30 acts made it through the head-to-head battles and moved on to The Cut.
Last week the Junior Team and Upper acts performed. This week, Junior acts and Upper Groups will vie for spots in the Divisional Finals. As soon as tonight's show kicks off, we'll add live updates and recap information about who made it through and who was eliminated. You can also check out a rundown of which acts made it through and which were eliminated last week at the bottom of this post.
'The Cut' 2 Upper Team Results: Which Acts Made it to the Divisional Finals?
Tonight's guest mentor for the upper team is world-renowned dancer, choreographer and singer, Paula Abdul.
Upper Team #1: The Desi Hoppers (Hip Hop)
Judges' Feedback:
"You created these shapes and pictures that were so crystal clear… well done," said Derek.
"I love the way you represent where your from and your culture… after this everyone is gonna remember the Desi Hoppers," said Ne-Yo.
The Judges Scores were as follows:
- Ne-Yo: 92.0
- Jennifer: 90.0
- Derek: 90.0
- Overall Score: 90.7 [Eliminated]
Upper Team #2 Embodiment (Contemporary)
Judges' Feedback:
"That was so beautiful, so powerful. The music was very sparse, but you filled it with your performance," said Derek.
"What I loved the most about you guys is you are the perfect blend of elegance and masculinity," said Ne-Yo
"Because there are so many of you on the stage, you need to have some quiet moments for our to take it all in … don't over-choreograph it," said Jennifer
The Judges Scores were as follows:
- Ne-Yo: 89.0
- Jennifer: 91.0
- Derek: 93.0
- Overall Score: 91.0 [Eliminated]
Upper Team #3 Lock n Lol Crew (Hip Hop/Pop & Lock)
This team's performance was briefly featured, a good indicator that they won't be moving on to the next round.
Overall Score: 86.7 [Eliminated]
Upper Team #4 The Bradas (Hip Hop)
This team's routine was also briefly featured. The team's average score was 89.0.
Overall Score: 89.0 [Eliminated]
Upper Team #5 Connection (Hip Hop)
Judges' Feedback:
"This was an amazing team. Everything was so riveting I was glued ot you the whole time," said Jennifer.
"Your name suits you so perfectly because you guys were all connected and one … you should be very proud," said Derek.
"I underestimated you guys. You shocked the hell out of me … that was amaing," said Ne-Yo
The Judges' Scores were as follows:
- Ne-Yo: 94
- Jennifer: 91
- Derek: 89
- Overall Score: 91.3 [Eliminated]
Upper Team #6: Poreotics (Urban Dance)
Judges' Feedback:
"You hit us out of the gate … it was so good and so creative. Well done," said Derek.
"Entertaining from start to finish it was damn near perfect," said Ne-Yo.
"The thing that stuck out to me about this routine is that is was so innovative and entertaining," said Jennifer.
The Judges' Scores were as follows:
- Ne-Yo: 93.0
- Jennifer: 91.0
- Derek: 91.0
- Overall Score: 91.7 [ 3rd Place - Promoted to the Divisional Finals]
Upper Team #7: The Ruggeds (B-Boys/Breakdance)
Judges' Feedback:
"Holy cow, I will never foget that performance. That was unbelievable ... The athletisism, the creativity, the musicality ... it was so entertaining," said Derek.
"The chroeography was smart … you came out here and played to your strengths. You did things that no one else in this competition can do," said Ne-Yo.
"For me that was your first full routine, From beginning to end, I felt like I was holding my breath ... you pushed the envelope on yourself and it paid off," said Jennifer.
The Judges Scores were as follows:
- Ne-Yo: 92.0
- Jennifer: 92.0
- Derek: 94.0
- Overall Score: 92.7 [1st Place - Promoted to the Divisional Finals]
The Ruggeds have edged Embodiment out of the competition. With this score, The Ruggeds in first place so far.
Upper Team #8: S-Rank (Hip Hop)
The Judges Scores were as follows:
- Ne-Yo: 91.0
- Jennifer: 93.0
- Derek: 93.0
- Overall Score: 92.3 [2nd Place - Promoted to Divisional Finals]
'The Cut' 2 Junior Results: Which Acts Made it to the Divisional Finals?
Junior #1: Josh and Taylor (Hip Hop)
Judges' Feedback:
"This was different than anything we've seen before … the question is, will it be good enough for the cut," said Jennifer.
"Quality work … the emotionality and maturity was through the roof," said Ne-Yo.
"I love you two … great job," said Derek.
The Judges Scores were as follows:
- Ne-Yo: 86.0
- Jennifer: 83.0
- Derek: 87.0
- Overall Score: 85.3 [Eliminated]
Junior #2: Victoria Caban (Flamenco)
This performance was briefly featured. Based on the comments from Jennifer, it appears that Victoria may have tripped on her dress, but she continued her performance like a professional.
Overall Score: 85.3 [Eliminated]
Junior #3: Jonas and Ruby (Ballroom)
Judges' Feedback:
"You always come to compete … that was fantastic," said Derek.
"I loved the Matrix concept, I loved the dance, good job," said Ne-Yo.
"You smashed that routine," said Jennifer.
The Judges Scores were as follows:
- Ne-Yo: 85.0
- Jennifer: 89.0
- Derek: 88.0
- Overall Score: 88.3 [Eliminated]
Junior #4: Madison Brown (Contemporary)
Madison's performance was briefly showcased and landed her a score just ahead of the bottom two.
Overall Score: 85.7 [Eliminated]
Junior #5: Sean and Kaycee (Hip Hop Fusion)
Judges' Feedback:
"You guys move me in a way I can't even explain sometimes .. that was a Cut-worthy performance," said Jennifer.
"You guys are masters of the action/reaction … it's so subtle but so effective and that's a sign of a truly talented choreographer," said Derek.
"You guys have a style that's so signature. It's a joy to watch," said Ne-Yo.
The Judges Scores were as follows:
- Ne-Yo: 88.0
- Jennifer: 94.0
- Derek: 94.0
- Overall Score: 92.0 [2nd Place - Promoted to Divisional Finals]
Junior #6: Avery and Marcus(Contemporary/Ballet)
Judges' Feedback:
"Overall this is a great performance. Great job," said Derek.
"The routine was almost too beautiful for the piece of music," said Ne-Yo.
"The end was so good … I just wish you had started off that way," said Jennifer.
The Judges Scores were as follows:
- Ne-Yo: 85.0
- Jennifer: 86.0
- Derek: 85.0
- Overall Score: 85.3 [Eliminated]
Junior #7: Charity and Andres (Contemporary)
Judges' Feedback:
"You guys are exceptional. I can't keep my eyes off you guys … keep being the best you every time," said Jennifer.
"Just keep walking in your greatness … that was excellent," said Ne-Yo.
"Your choreography is seamless … for me I wish you would have followed the drums more, but overall I love you guys," said Derek.
The Judges Scores were as follows:
- Ne-Yo: 89.0
- Jennifer: 93.0
- Derek: 96.0
- Overall Score: 92.7 [1st Place - Promoted to Divisional Finals]
Junior #8: Jaxon Willard (Contemporary)
Judges' Feedback:
"Brother, everything you do is just effortless … it look like you're not even trying. Walk in your greatness," said Ne-Yo.
"It's a beautiful thing to watch you. There's a transformation happening … I want the routines to mean something to you every time you come out here," said Jennifer.
"What's so great about your dancing is that I believe you … you are such a beautiful artist and dancer. I feel like you went from a boy to a man today," said Derek.
The Judges Scores were as follows:
- Ne-Yo: 90.0
- Jennifer: 90.0
- Derek: 92.0
- Overall Score: 90.7 [3rd Place - Promoted to Divisional Finals]
'The Cut' Part 1 Results: Which Acts Made It to The Divisional Finals?
Junior Team
- The Lab (Hip Hop) - 1st Place: Promoted to Divisional Finals
- The Fabulous Sister (Urban Dance) - 2nd Place: Promoted to Divisional
- The Rock Company (Contemporary) - 3rd Place: Promoted to Divisional Finals
- Flip (Hip Hop/Urban Dance) - Eliminated
- Expressenz (Contemporary) - Eliminated
- The Pulse (Ballroom) - Eliminated
- Quad Squad (Contemporary) - Eliminated
Upper
- Karen y Ricardo (Latin/Cabaret) - 1st Place:Promoted to Divisional Finals
- Michael Dameski (Contemporary) - 2nd Place: Promoted to Divisional Finals
- Ashley and Zack (Contemporary) - 3rd Place:Promoted to Divisional Finals
- Alisa and Joseph (Urban Dance) - Eliminated
- BDash and Konkrete (Krumping) - Eliminated
- DNA (Ballroom) - Eliminated
- MarInspired (Contemporary) - Eliminated
When Does 'World of Dance' Air Next?
World of Dance returns for the second round of The Cut on Wednesday, Sept. 5 at 9 p.m. EDT on NBC. You can also stream the show the day after it airs on Hulu and NBC.com.
