13x1 - The Next Generation: Auditions #1

May 30, 2016

The audition rounds begin, showcasing America's most talented young dancers, ages 8-13. The judges are Nigel Lythgoe, Paula Abdul, and Jason Derulo.

13x3 - The Next Generation: Auditions #3

June 13, 2016

In the final set of auditions, judges Nigel, Paula, and Jason must decide which young dancers will continue in the competition to become America's Favorite Dancer The second round of auditions features hopefuls in Chicago.

13x4 - The Next Generation: Academy #1

June 20, 2016

The first round of the Academy begins as the young dancers fight for a spot among the elite.

13x5 - The Next Generation: Academy #2

June 27, 2016

After rigorous auditions, tough choreography, and incredible performances for the judges, the Top 10 are revealed.

13x6 - The Next Generation: Top 10 Perform

July 11, 2016

After national auditions and the grueling Academy, the Top 10 get their chance to shine for the first time live on the SYTYCD stage. The best of the best dancers will perform with their All-Star in hopes of winning the hearts of the judges and America.

13x7 - The Next Generation: Top 10 Perform + Elimination

July 18, 2016

After the Top 10 danced their hearts out for the nation's vote, one dancer must say goodbye. Who will stay in the running to become America's Favorite Dancer?

13x8 - The Next Generation: Top 9 Perform + Elimination

July 25, 2016

Each dancer has another chance to wow the judges and win the hearts of the nation before one must say goodbye. Find out who will remain in the competition to become America's Favorite Dancer.

13x9 - The Next Generation: Top 8 Perform + Elimination

August 1, 2016

13x10 - The Next Generation: Top 6 Perform + Elimination

August 22, 2016

Only the best of the best remain as the competition heats up. Find out who will survive the elimination and who will continue.

13x11 - The Next Generation: Top 5 Perform + Elimination

August 29, 2016

The competition reaches new heights as the Top 5 dancers perform for America's vote. Also: the show celebrates 250 episodes.

13x12 - The Next Generation: Top 4 Perform

September 5, 2016

With only the best of the best remaining in the competition, the dancers must give it their all to stay on top. The Final Four continue to stun the judges and the nation with incredible performances in a week without eliminations.

13x13 - The Next Generation: Winner Chosen

September 12, 2016

After incredible auditions across America and weeks of jaw-dropping live performances, the nation will finally decide who joins the ranks of America's Favorite Dancers. The final 4 dancers show the judges and the country what they've got one last time before the winner is crowned.