Get ready to be dazzled because Dancing with the Stars just pulled off one of its most magical nights yet—Disney Night! But here’s where it gets controversial: while everyone was swooning over the fairy tale themes, some fans are already debating whether this season’s performances truly captured the Disney magic. Let’s dive in!
On Tuesday, the ballroom transformed into a Disney wonderland, with couples bringing iconic songs and stories to life through dance. Among the highlights was influencer Whitney Leavitt and her pro partner Mark Ballas, who wowed the audience with a stunning Foxtrot to Hamilton’s ‘The Room Where It Happens.’ Dressed in costumes inspired by the Broadway sensation, the duo not only stole the show but also snagged the top score of the night. If you missed it, the episode is now streaming on Hulu—trust us, it’s worth the watch!
But this is the part most people miss: the night kicked off with a jaw-dropping opening number set to ‘Be Our Guest’ from Beauty and the Beast, choreographed by the legendary Mandy Moore. And yes, there was a surprise guest appearance by Danny Gardner, who plays Lumiere in the North American tour of the musical. Talk about a fairy tale come true!
Here’s the full lineup of couples and their performances, each one more enchanting than the last:
- Jen Affleck & Jan Ravnik: Jazz to ‘Friend Like Me’ from Aladdin.
- Hilaria Baldwin & Gleb Savchenko: Quickstep to ‘Cantina Band’ from Star Wars: A New Hope.
- Jordan Chiles & Ezra Sosa: Quickstep to ‘Special Spice’ from Tiana’s Bayou Adventure.
- Alix Earle & Val Chmerkovskiy: Viennese Waltz to ‘Once Upon a Dream’ from Maleficent.
- Dylan Efron & Daniella Karagach: Quickstep to ‘Life Is a Highway’ from Cars.
- Danielle Fishel & Pasha Pashkov: Quickstep to ‘I Wan’na Be Like You’ from The Jungle Book.
- Elaine Hendrix & Alan Bersten: Quickstep to ‘Space Mountain’ (yes, the ride!).
- Scott Hoying & Rylee Arnold: Salsa to ‘Bop to the Top’ from High School Musical.
- Robert Irwin & Witney Carson: Cha Cha to ‘Try Everything’ from Zootopia.
- Whitney Leavitt & Mark Ballas: Foxtrot to ‘The Room Where It Happens’ from Hamilton.
- Andy Richter & Emma Slater: Viennese Waltz to ‘Le Festin’ from Ratatouille.
And here’s the real question: Did the judges get it right, or did your favorite couple deserve a higher score? Let’s debate!
After the glitter settles, don’t forget to tune into the ‘Dancing with the Stars’ Official Podcast, hosted by Season 33 Mirrorball Trophy champion Joey Graziadei. Airing Thursdays on Disney+ and Hulu, it’s your backstage pass to exclusive interviews, behind-the-scenes stories, and expert breakdowns of the performances everyone’s talking about.
Co-hosted by Alfonso Ribeiro and Julianne Hough, Dancing with the Stars pairs celebrities with pro dancers for themed routines judged by Carrie Ann Inaba, Bruno Tonioli, and Derek Hough. It’s drama, dazzle, and dance all rolled into one—and this season is proving to be more unforgettable than ever. So, what’s your take? Did Disney Night live up to the hype, or did it fall short of your expectations? Let’s hear it in the comments!
