Acclaimed producer, director and choreographer Adam Shankman has
joined SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE as a third judge. Shankman, who has
been a guest judge and choreographer on SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE
since 2007, will sit alongside Mary Murphy and Nigel Lythgoe and draw
upon his expertise to critique the dancers throughout the competition.
Shankman, who serves as a guest judge on this season’s audition
episodes, will join the judges’ panel beginning with the Top 20
performance show Tuesday, Oct. 27 (8:00-10:00 PM ET/PT).
“SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE is one of the most important things to
happen in the last decade for the art form,” said Shankman.
“Choreography is how I found my way into this business, and I’m proud
to be a part of the show. As a filmmaker, it’s an honor to be able to
recognize choreographers and dancers, and to be able to bring all of
this amazing work into America’s homes. These kids challenge themselves
every week, and it’s great for people to see how terrific these dancers
are.”
“I am extremely happy that Adam has agreed to be a resident judge,”
said Nigel Lythgoe, Executive Producer/Co-Creator, SO YOU THINK YOU CAN
DANCE. “We love bantering and bickering, and yet he still finds a way
of capturing the sensitivity of every story told on stage. He is a
consummate professional with a passion for dance and a discerning eye,
which makes him perfect for us. Plus, it must be remembered, it takes a
slightly crazy person to work with me and Mary.”