
12 exceptional up-and-coming dancers move into one house and compete in a grueling audition process, all vying for a coveted spot as a pro dancer on Season 35 of "Dancing with the Stars."

S1 E1 • 7/13/2026
Host Robert Irwin challenges 12 exceptional dancers to the ultimate audition for a pro spot on "Dancing with the Stars." Judges Shirley Ballas, Mark Ballas and Derek Hough test jive and samba techniques, with the weakest pair eliminated.
S1 E2 • 7/20/2026
The remaining 10 dancers must bring a personal story to life through dance. Mentored by Brandon Armstrong, they pair up to showcase connection, vulnerability and partnership. As pressure mounts, those who fail to connect risk elimination.
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