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Competition from April 22 - 26, 2026 Your weekly dance competition recap from last weekends top performances ⭐️Podcast created by dancers, for dancersPresented by KAR ProductionsHosts: Jocelyn, Kristyn & Kailey

Your weekly dance competition recap from last weekends top performances ⭐️Podcast created by dancers, for dancersPresented by KAR ProductionsHosts: Jocelyn, Kristyn & KaileyCITIES WE COVEREDApril 16 - 19, 2026⚡️Ultra Dance Tour https://ultradancetour.com/Dallas, TexasPembroke Pines, Florida🩷 Rainbow Dance Competition https://rainbowdance.com/Redondo Beach, California🌟KAR Dance Competition https://dancekar.com/New Brunswick, New JerseyEscondido, California

Your weekly dance competition recap from last weekends top performances ⭐️Podcast created by dancers, for dancersPresented by KAR ProductionsHosts: Jocelyn, Kristyn & KaileyCITIES WE COVERED April 10 - 12, 2026🔺Refresh Dance Tour - Houston, TXhttps://refreshdance.com/⚡️Ultra Dance Tour - Long Island, NYhttps://ultradancetour.com/🌟 KAR Dance CompetitionKar Tulsa, OKKar Orlando, FLKAR Boardman, OHKAR Lowell, MAhttps://dancekar.com/NYC All-Star ExperienceJuly 7 – 13, 2026https://www.artistic-adventures.net/Hollywood Dance ExperienceJuly 19 - 22, 2026https://hdedance.com/🌟 Survey Winner Announcement: Center Stage Performing Arts Each weekend, studios attending KAR Productions competitions receive a feedback survey. Every submission is automatically entered into a raffle to receive $100 Visa gift card!

Your weekly dance competition recap from last weekends top performances ⭐️Podcast created by dancers, for dancersPresented by KAR ProductionsHosts: Jocelyn, Kristyn & KaileyKAR Productions family of brands:🔺Refresh Dance Tourhttps://refreshdance.com/⚡️Ultra Dance Tour https://ultradancetour.com/🩷 Rainbow Dance Competition https://rainbowdance.com/🌟KARhttps://dancekar.com/00:00 Start00:23 Connect Dance Project02:46 Miss Donna School of Dance05:47 Bass Dance Center07:13 Apogee Dance Academy07:31 ExtravaDance & Tumble09:14 Dancer's Edge12:08 Dance Lab OC15:17 Lana’s Dance Studio20:12 M Dance Collective22:32 Jump Dance Studio24:09 Starz Elite Dance Center 27:11 Project Performer29:52 Dance Xtreme New York33:17 Hart Academy37:27 Dancer's Edge40:22 APEX Academy of Dance50:12 Legacy Dance Company

Your weekly dance competition recap from last weekends top performances ⭐️Podcast created by dancers, for dancersPresented by KAR ProductionsHosts: Jocelyn, Kristyn & Kailey🔺Refresh Dance Tourhttps://refreshdance.com/⚡️Ultra Dance Tour https://ultradancetour.com/🩷 Rainbow Dance Competition https://rainbowdance.com/🌟KARhttps://dancekar.com/

Your weekly dance competition recap from last weekends top performances ⭐️Podcast created by dancers, for dancersPresented by KAR ProductionsHosts: Jocelyn, Kristyn & KaileyCITIES WE COVEREDMARCH 12-15, 2026❤️‍🔥 Refresh Dance Tour Huntsville, AL https://refreshdance.com/🩷Rainbow Dance Competition Long Island, NY Rainbow Dance Competition Spokane, WA https://rainbowdance.com/⚡️ Ultra: Syracuse, NY https://ultradancetour.com/🌟 KAR US: Portland, OR KAR US: Detroit, MI KAR US: Redondo Beach, CA https://dancekar.com/

Your weekly dance competition recap from last weekends top performances ⭐️Podcast created by dancers, for dancersPresented by KAR ProductionsHosts: Jocelyn, Kristyn & KaileyCITIES WE COVERED MARCH 6 - 8, 2026🩷 Rainbow Dance Competition Atlanta, GA (Duluth)https://rainbowdance.com/⚡️Ultra Dance Tour Purchase, NY https://ultradancetour.com/🌟KAR: Exclusive Long Island, NY🌟KAR: Charlotte, NC https://dancekar.com/

Your weekly dance competition recap from last weekends top performances ⭐️Podcast created by dancers, for dancersPresented by KAR ProductionsHosts: Jocelyn, Kristyn & KaileyCITIES WE COVERED FEBRUARY 26-MARCH 1, 2026❤️‍🔥 Refresh Dance Tour, Baton Rogue, LA https://refreshdance.com/⚡️ Ultra Dance Tour Columbus, OH https://ultradancetour.com/🩷 Rainbow Dance Competition Detroit, MI 🩷 Rainbow Dance Competition Escondido, CA https://rainbowdance.com/🌟KAR US: San Jose, CA ⭐️KAR Exclusive Hot Springs, AR 🌟KAR US: Birmingham, AL 🌟KAR US: St. Louis, MO ⭐️KAR Exclusive Mason, OH 🌟KAR Billings, MT https://dancekar.com/

Your weekly recap of the top performances from dance competition weekend ⭐️Podcast created by dancers, for dancersPresented by KAR ProductionsHosts: Jocelyn, Kristyn & KaileyCITIES WE COVERED FEBRUARY 19 - 22, 2026🌟KAR: Chicago, IL 🌟KAR: Davenport, IA 🩷 Rainbow Dance Competition: Tulsa, OK 🩷 Rainbow Dance Competition: Boardman, OH⚡️Ultra Dance Tour: Riverside, CA ⚡️Ultra Dance Tour: Atlanta, GA 🌟KAR: San Antonio, TX Plus:🐝 An unexpected guest🔥 Excitement for upcoming Refresh this weekend🎉 A tease for our 100th episode💰 $100 Studio Shuffle survey contest winner announced!✰SIGN UP FOR COMPETITION✰ www.dancekar.comINSTAGRAM (@dancekar) ►https://www.instagram.com/dancekar/​​TIKTOK (@dancekar) ►https://www.tiktok.com/@dancekar​​FACEBOOK ► https://www.facebook.com/dancekar/​​

🎧 Podcast created by dancers, for dancers🎙️ Hosts: Jocelyn, Kristyn & Kailey💜 Presented by KAR ProductionsWatch til the end to see $100 giveaways! Cities we cover in this episode:WEEKEND 1February 6 - 8, 2026🌟 KAR Long Island, NY🩷 Rainbow Dance Competition Mesa, AZ⚡️ Ultra Dance Tour Redondo Beach, CA⚡️ Ultra Dance Tour Pleasanton, CAFebruary 7 - 8, 2026🌟 KAR Nashua, NH🩷 Rainbow Dance Competition Fort Smith, AKWEEKEND 2February 13 - 15, 2026🌟 KAR Lakeland, FL⚡️ Ultra Dance Tour Omaha, NE🌟 KAR Coeur D’Alene, ID🌟 KAR Redondo Beach, CA

🎧 Podcast created by dancers, for dancers🎙️ Hosts: Jocelyn, Kristyn & Kailey💜 Presented by KAR ProductionsDouble stags are back? 👀What dance move do YOU want to see everywhere this year?Tag us if you’re throwing an axel into your solo 👏January 30-February 1, 2026🧡Rainbow Dance Competition - Escondido, CA 🧡Rainbow Dance Competition - Pueblo, CO ⭐️KAR - Redondo Beach, CA⭐️KAR - Austin, TXHit play, join the conversation, and let us know who YOU’RE watching in 2026. 🎧🔥

🎧 Podcast created by dancers, for dancers🎙️ Hosts: Jocelyn, Kristyn & Kailey💜 Presented by KAR ProductionsSeason 6, Episode 1 kicks off the 2026 season as we recap Rainbow Seattle and Rainbow Redondo Beach, while spotlighting KAR dancers we saw take the stage at UDA Nationals, the SUPER BOWL of Dance.KAR dancers we saw at UDA Nationals 2026:⭐️ Skylee Varner from Cincinnati Bearcats (The Talent Planet Alum)⭐️ Berlynn from Ohio State (OCPAA Alum)⭐️ Kairi from SDSU (Triple Threat Performing Arts Alum)⭐️ Reese Gabram from University of Tennessee (Centerstage, Ohio Alum)⭐️ Kylie Schwab from LSU (Republic Edge Alum)⭐️ Kharter Turk from UNLV (KAST Academy Alum)⭐️ Erma Thompson from UNLV (Talent Factory Alum)⭐️ Hannah Colin from Texas Tech (DanceWorks Alum) Jocelyn Wearing:Tia Bee Collection Brielle’s “I Can Do Hard Things” Sweatshirt:https://shop.tiabee.org/products/brielle-s-i-can-do-hard-things-sweatshirtMentions: Soul Dancers Conference July 28–30, 2026 Hollywood, Floridahttps://rheegold.com/soul-dancer-conference-2026/DanceLife Teacher ConferenceJuly 31–August 2, 2026 Hollywood, Floridahttps://rheegold.com/dancelife-teacher-conference-2026/Refresh Dance Tourhttps://refreshdance.com/Rainbow Dance Competitionhttps://rainbowdance.com/Industry Dance Awards - benefiting DAChttps://www.industrydanceawards.com/Dancers Against Cancer (DAC)https://www.imadanceragainstcancer.org/0:00 Intro00:48 IDA Nominees03:07 RB Seattle 06:07 RB Redondo Beach15:58 UDA Nationals 17:30 KAR Dancers at UDA37:17 Refresh Dance Tour 38:34 Gold DanceLife 40:00 Thank You

Join Jocelyn, Kristyn, and Kailey for this Special Playback episode presented by KAR celebrating Rainbow Dance Competition 2025 Season 💖From heartfelt moments to routines that took off across social media, these performances truly won our hearts 🧡👀 Watch closely, and see who you recognize! Tell us in the comments 💖🧡💛00:00 Rainbow 2025 Recap 00:17 Solos01:28 Duets and Trios02:23 Jazz03:32 Lyrical04:42 Tap05:54 Musical Theater07:04 Contemporary08:17 Hip-Hop09:30 Super Lines (Mega Groups)10:42 Productions11:21 2025 Most Viewed Performances12:46 Thank You For Watching!Rainbow Dance Competition: https://rainbowdance.com/

Jocelyn, Kristyn, and Kailey are back breaking down the 2025 @ultradancetour and the performances that stood out all season. ⚡️Press play, see who you recognize, and drop it in the comments! 👀00:00 Ultra 2025 Recap00:18 Solos 01:37 Duets and Trios 02:50 Jazz 04:09 Lyrical 05:27 Tap 06:47 Musical Theater 08:05 Contemporary 09:18 Hip-Hop 10:31 Mega Groups 11:43 Productions 12:41 Most Viewed Performances14:06 Closing Remarks​Ultra Dance Tour: https://ultradancetour.com/

⭐️ Watch closely to see who’s featured: it just might be someone you know 👀From solos to full productions, this episode is the ultimate rewind of the 2025 KAR competition season 💫On this Playback Podcast recap, hosts Jocelyn, Kristyn, and Kailey break down the 2025 KAR season by dance genre:0:00 KAR Recap0:18 Solos1:19 Duets and Trios2:31 Jazz3:49 Lyrical5:07 Tap6:27 Musical Theater7:37 Contemporary8:50 Hip-Hop10:04 Super Lines11:15 Productions12:21 2025 Most Viewed Performances: 13:46 Subscribe to KARtvWatch the full episode, spot the dancers, and tag them in the comments when you see them. Let’s celebrate everything that made 2025 unforgettable!

Welcome back to the Playback Podcast! 🎬 Affiliate Links Jocelyn wears:  @Gap  Vintage soft barrel sweatpant jeans https://creatorlink.shop/3Mia4W4Kristyn wears:  @athleta  Forever Fleece 1/4 Zip Sweatshirt in Color: Borealis https://creatorlink.shop/3Y7pn6u #athletacreator #gappartnerHosts Jocelyn, Kristyn, and our brand-new co-host Kailey close out the season with a full recap of our BIGGEST KAR Convention tour ever—three crews, three trucks, an expanded faculty, and a massive LED wall that elevated every single weekend. 🙌✨We’re talking favorite moments, Protege Program highlights, NYC adventures, and a behind-the-scenes look at how dancers can audition for Protege+ or Elite Protege at the 2026 Hollywood Dance Experience.🔥 SEASON HIGHLIGHTSKicked off in Anaheim with our Protege Meet & GreetBiggest tour in KAR Convention historyOver 400 Protege Performer Winners heading into 2026Took our Elite Proteges to Six: The Musical on Broadway NYC Times Square Content ChallengeA spontaneous celebrity moment—Proteges ran into singer Ciera filming a music video in Times Square! 🎤✨SO many industry opportunities: our Proteges are the dancers who really want to work in the industry.🌟 FACULTY GROWTH + EXCITING NEWSWe’re incredibly proud of how much our faculty grew this season, both on tour and in their careers. Many booked incredible commercial + Broadway jobs, and we celebrate and support every single one of those opportunities.Special shoutout:Ciara Hines: who started as a Protege, officially joined our faculty this season and taught her own classes. 💛👏👏 2025 KAR CONVENTION FACULTYAlex KessingerBritney HallCaley CarrCiara HinesTurkGabe De GuzmanGeorge LawrenceGisele SilvaJoe Joe GroovesJulian StokesKarli DinardoKi'Leigh WilliamsKristin FarinaLonni OlsonMadeline UnderwoodPatrick CookRachael MarkarianRob RichRyan VettelRyann AlvarezSloan-Taylor RabinorSydney MossTyne SteckleinWill SimmonsProtege Director: Nancy O’Mera🎓 Interested in becoming a Protege?You can audition for Protege+ or Elite Protege by attending:👉 Hollywood Dance Experience: Summer 2026 This is your chance to train with our faculty, be seen, and experience our unforgettable opportunities.https://hdedance.com/If you loved this season, hit LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and drop your favorite convention memory in the comments! 💬✨✰SUBSCRIBE AND TURN ON OUR POST NOTIFICATIONS✰✰SIGN UP FOR COMPETITION✰ www.dancekar.com✰ FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA!INSTAGRAM (@dancekar) ► https://www.instagram.com/dancekar/​​TIKTOK (@dancekar) ►https://www.tiktok.com/@dancekar​​FACEBOOK ► https://www.facebook.com/dancekar/​​

We’re back with Episode 9 of the Playback Podcast! 🎙️✨ Jocelyn, Kristyn, and Olivia are diving into another weekend full of next-level performances, creative choreography, and unforgettable moments from across KAR, Rainbow, and Ultra!From standout solos to powerful group routines, this episode is packed with everything we love about comp season — talent, passion, and jaw-dropping creativity. 💃🔥💬 What performance blew you away this weekend? Drop your favorite moment in the comments!📢 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit that notification bell so you never miss a Playback drop!#PlaybackPodcast #KARExclusive #RainbowComp #UltraDance #DanceCompetition #SlayTheStage #DanceFam #DancersAgainstCancer#DANCEKAR​#KIDSARTISTICREVUE​ #DANCE​✰SUBSCRIBE AND TURN ON OUR POST NOTIFICATIONS✰✰SIGN UP FOR COMPETITION✰ www.dancekar.com✰ FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA!✰✔︎INSTAGRAM (@dancekar) ►   / ​​  ✔︎TIKTOK (@dancekar) ►  / dancekar​​  ✔︎FACEBOOK ►   / ​​  

🎙️✨ Hosts Jocelyn, Kristyn, and Olivia dive into recent performances from KAR, Rainbow Comp & Ultra Dance Tour in Portland, Syracuse, and Long Island, spotlighting routines that left judges and audiences speechless.From a contemporary twist on a hip-hop hit to a Taylor Swift number featuring cardboard boxes, this week’s choreography was bold, fresh, and unforgettable. Plus, the new Portland venue setup had finals energy with LED walls and a built-in stage 👏🔥🔹 Episode Highlights:‘369, Mr. Morale’ by Rising Stars Dance Academy – A genre-bending performance that redefined contemporary.Olivia Candio from North Shore – A Rainbow Long Island standout & former KAR protege leveling up!Broadway Bound’s ‘Welcome to the Stage’ – A meta masterpiece that used judges’ commentary as part of the choreo!Dance Arts Center’s Taylor Swift-themed routine – Yes, with cardboard boxes. Dancers Against Cancer Updates – Including the exclusive Brian Friedman Masterclass!🎁 This episode is full of energy, artistry, and heart—don’t miss it.💬 Which performance or concept inspired you the most? Let us know in the comments!📢 Subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss a new episode! Tag us in your favorite competition moments!

👀 EASTER EGG ALERT! 🎁 There’s a hidden giveaway in this episode! Listen closely for a special word you’ll need to comment below for your chance to WIN A PRIZE! The Playback Podcast is back with another must-watch episode! 🎙️✨ Join hosts Jocelyn, Kristyn, and Olivia as they break down the most jaw-dropping performances from recent KAR, Rainbow, and Ultra competitions! This week, it’s all about control, precision, and next-level choreography—plus some of the most daring props we’ve ever seen! 😱🔥🔹 Inside this episode:Act 172 ‘Kintsugi’ from Expression Dance Studio – A dynamic hip-hop routine with insane musicality and technique! 🏆Zoe from JDI Dance Company’s ‘The Chain’ – Unbelievable control and maturity beyond her years.Jack Schofield’s ‘Bird Girl’ solo, choreographed by Sofia Lucia – Breathtaking technique and emotional depth.Noah from KAR Chicago – A performance full of energy, joy, and passion for dance!Emerson’s tap solo ‘Ain’t Got You’ – First overall with flawless execution—no tap mics needed! 🔥Standout Groups: Royal Nova’s ‘Holy Fools,’ Move by Morale’s ‘Crimea River,’ and Elite Academy of Dance’s ‘Decades’ with next-level synchronization and power.INSANE Props & Concepts! 🛞🔥 From dancers balancing on a moving wheel to mind-blowing stage setups, these choreographers took creativity to a whole new level!💬 Which performance had the most insane prop or concept? Let us know in the comments! And don’t forget to drop the secret word to enter the giveaway! 👇📢 Like, subscribe, and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode of the Playback Podcast!

This episode of the Playback Podcast is one you can’t miss! 🎙️✨ We sit down with the incredibly talented Jaden Barba to talk about his journey, career highlights, and what’s next for this rising dance star! 💃🔥But that’s not all… our entire team CRIED at competition. 😭💔 What happened? Jocelyn, Kristyn, and Olivia break down the performance that left everyone in tears and why it was one of the most powerful moments of the season.Plus, we’re covering the standout performances from recent competitions that completely blew us away! From jaw-dropping solos to unforgettable group routines, this season is already delivering national-level talent.🔹 Inside this episode:An exclusive interview with Jaden Barba – his dance journey, biggest inspirations & future goals.The performance that had judges, dancers & our entire team in tears.The routines that dominated the stage and set the bar for the season.Standout moments from KAR, Rainbow, and Ultra that left us speechless.💬 Who do you want to see on the Playback Podcast? Who should we interview next? Drop your suggestions in the comments! 👇👍 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode!

The Playback Podcast is back with another exciting episode! 🎙️✨ Jocelyn, Kristen, and Olivia dive into the latest competition highlights from KAR, Rainbow, and Ultra! From jaw-dropping performances to standout solos and unforgettable group routines, this episode is packed with must-see moments! 🔥Plus, we’re bringing you exclusive insights on dancers making waves this season, behind-the-scenes stories, and the latest updates on Dancers Against Cancer and upcoming events! 💜🎗️🔹 Which performance stood out to you? Let us know in the comments! 👇🔹 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and stay tuned for more Playback Podcast episodes! 🎧✨

The Playback Podcast is back with another action-packed episode! 🎙️✨ Jocelyn, Kristyn, and Olivia break down the standout performances from recent competitions across KAR, Rainbow, and Ultra! This episode is filled with jaw-dropping moments! 🔥Plus, don’t miss our special feature on Elena Bender, a dancer who continues to inspire as she takes on her journey with Dancers Against Cancer. 💜🎗️🔹 Which performance gave you chills? Drop a comment below! 👇🔹 Make sure to like, subscribe, and stay tuned for more Playback Podcast episodes! 🎧✨#DanceCompetition #PlaybackPodcast #DancersAgainstCancer #KARExclusive #RainbowComp #UltraDance #SlayTheStage #DanceFam#DANCEKAR​ #KIDSARTISTICREVUE​ #DANCE​✰SUBSCRIBE✰ ►    / dancekar​​  ✰SUBSCRIBE AND TURN ON OUR POST NOTIFICATIONS✰✰SIGN UP FOR COMPETITION✰ www.dancekar.com

The energy is through the roof in this episode of the Playback Podcast! 🎙️ Jocelyn, Kristyn, and Olivia are breaking down the most jaw-dropping moments from KAR Long Island, Ultra Redondo Beach, and Rainbow Mesa. From flawless solos to epic team performances, this episode is packed with highlights you don’t want to miss!✨ Episode Highlights:Bangs are BACK! 💇‍♀️ The hottest trend making waves in the dance world!Feels like FINALS in February?! The competition level is INSANE this season!Dedicated Dance Dads – Parents at competition go all out with a Super Bowl tailgate setup outside the venue!MC’s Favorite Routines – Handpicked performances from our very own MC’s from each competition. See the routines that have us talking.Get an inside look at top-tier dancers and rising stars.Experience the passion and energy of the competition world.Find out why this season is already delivering national-level performances!🔥 Why You Should Watch:💬 Comment below: Which performance was YOUR favorite? Who do you think will be the next big star? Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell for more exclusive dance content!

The Playback Podcast is back with another action-packed episode! 🎙️ Join hosts Jocelyn, Kristyn, and Olivia as they break down the biggest moments from the latest competitions across KAR, Rainbow, and Ultra. From Ultra San Jose’s powerhouse performances to Rainbow Colorado Springs’ show-stopping routines, we’re covering it all!✨ Episode Highlights:Ultra San Jose Standouts – Charlie Wang takes the spotlight with a jaw-dropping Junior Icon of the Year win!KAR Redondo Beach Highlights – Stunning performances, including Alexis’s ‘Past-Present Future’ and Jayden’s captivating ‘Emerging Urgency.’Rainbow Colorado Springs Recap – A showcase of technical brilliance, featuring Madison’s ‘Tiptoe’ and Finley’s ‘Obsession.’Dancers Against Cancer Fundraising Update – $1,400 raised at KAR Redondo Beach to support dancers in need! Masterclass Series Announcement – Get ready for exclusive classes with Richie Jackson (Feb 12) and Brian Friedman (March)!Relive the most unforgettable moments from our competitions.Celebrate the incredible talent and passion of young dancers.Find out how you can be part of our exclusive masterclass series.Support a great cause with Dancers Against Cancer!🔥 Why You Should Watch:💬 Comment below: Which routine blew you away the most? Who do you want to see in future episodes? Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more behind-the-scenes dance content!

The 2025 season of the Playback Podcast is here! 🎉 Join hosts Jocelyn and Kristyn, along with newest member of the team Olivia, as they dive into the standout moments from the first competitions of the year. From breathtaking performances to inspiring dancer journeys, this episode is packed with highlights, success stories, and exciting new initiatives—including the exciting launch of KAR Exclusive!