
Dance Moms
Mothers urge their daughters to perform in the world of competitive dance.
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Mothers urge their daughters to perform in the world of competitive dance.
Season 6 Episode Guide
34 Episodes 2016
Episode 1
No Moms Allowed
Tue, Jan 5, 2016 41 mins
It's the ALDC's first week of the competition season and Abby starts it off with a bang--a big announcement that will change the future of the team.

Episode 2
New Season, New Rules
Tue, Jan 5, 2016 41 mins
It's the ALDC's first week of the competition season and Abby starts it off with a bang--a big announcement that will change the future of the team.

Episode 3
Abby vs. Melissa
Tue, Jan 12, 2016 41 mins
The moms are shocked to learn that Abby is forming a new team, but they're even more surprised when news breaks that Abby could be facing jail time. When Mackenzie receives the brunt of Abby's rage, Melissa vows not to play nice anymore.

Episode 4
Mini Dancers, Big Drama
Tue, Jan 19, 2016 41 mins
Abby's new mini team arrives at the ALDC LA and tensions are high. Distracted by new moms, new dancers and her continuing legal troubles, Abby is hanging on by a thread, and everyone knows it.

Episode 5
Now You See Abby, Now You Don't
Tue, Jan 26, 2016 41 mins
It's a full house at the ALDC and the minis are set to compete with their first group dance. Maddie is back and books a prestigious photo shoot with two other ALDC girls.

Episode 6
Abby's Replaceable
Tue, Feb 2, 2016 41 mins
After resigning the previous week, Abby locks the team out of her LA studio. Debbie Allen extends an invitation to the ALDC to work with her, proving that everyone is replaceable including Abby.

Episode 7
Abby's New Favorites
Tue, Feb 9, 2016 41 mins
Abby is back but her focus is only on the minis. With only four girls on the unofficial mini team, a new mini and her mother show up to audition and they rub Melissa the wrong way.

Episode 8
Debbie Allen to the Rescue
Tue, Feb 16, 2016 41 mins
With the stress of Abby's legal woes looming overhead, she reaches her limit and kicks the girls out of her studio.

Episode 9
Maddie Is Back
Tue, Feb 23, 2016 41 mins
Maddie has returned from shooting her movie and is back on the team for good, but to everyone's surprise, Abby doesn't seem happy to see her #1 dancer.

Episode 10
Nia Saves the Day
Tue, Mar 1, 2016 41 mins
It's a week of duets for the ALDC junior elite team with Brynn and Maddie going up against Kalani and Kendall. But when Kalani's back injury starts to act up and Kira is not there to help.

Episode 11
Abby Lee Horror Story
Tue, Mar 8, 2016 41 mins
The ALDC travels to Northern California and Abby's routines are darker than ever.

Episode 12
The Maddie Rumor
Tue, Mar 15, 2016 41 mins
Maddie is nominated for a People's Choice Award and the media is abuzz with rumors that she is leaving the ALDC.

Episode 13
Brynn's Big Moment
Tue, Mar 22, 2016 41 mins
Abby brings in Todrick Hall to direct the girls in a big musical commercial inspired by The Wiz in an attempt to get new customers to sign up at the ALDC.

Episode 14
ALDC Does Vegas
Tue, Mar 29, 2016 41 mins
Abby has prepared several show stopping numbers this week--including an unusual David Bowie tribute--and the ALDC is heading to Las Vegas.

Episode 15
Jojo Steals the Show Show
Tue, Apr 5, 2016 41 mins
Abby welcomes back ALDC Pittsburgh veteran, Sarah, to dance with the team. Tempers flare when her mother, Christy, calls Jess' loyalty into question.

Episode 16
Melissa's Announcement
Tue, Apr 12, 2016 41 mins
Abby's whole world is shattered when Melissa shares shocking news that will change the face of the ALDC forever.

Episode 17
Mack Z vs. Abby Lee
Mon, Apr 18, 2016 41 mins
Abby gives Brynn and JoJo hip hop solos, but gives Mackenzie a safe acrobatic routine; Mackenzie fights for what she wants; Abby flees the studio.

Episode 18
Mini Madness
Tue, Apr 26, 2016 41 mins
Maddie and Brynn have solos this week; the mothers are not happy when Abby assigns Brynn a dance inspired by an old Maddie routine; the mini team returns to compete for Abby's attention.

Episode 19
One Last Dance
Tue, May 3, 2016 62 mins
It's one of the saddest weeks in ALDC history as Maddie and Mackenzie participate in their final competition with the team.

Episode 20
Hello and Goodbye
Tue, May 10, 2016 39 mins
Jai Rodriguez hosts a Dance Moms reunion, following Melissa, Maddie and Mackenzie's last performance with the team.

Episode 21
The Girls Say Goodbye
Tue, May 17, 2016 41 mins
Jai Rodriguez hosts a very special episode of Dance Moms where the girls from the ALDC say goodbye to Maddie and Mackenzie.

Episode 22
Maddie and Mackenzie Say Goodbye
Tue, May 24, 2016 41 mins
For the first time ever, Maddie and Mackenzie sit down with Abby and give an exclusive take on their Dance Moms journey before they say their final farewell.
Episode 23
Girl Talk 3
Tue, Sep 6, 2016 40 mins
The girls of the ALDC reveal the latest news about Abby and the team and debut some new dances; super fans get up close and personal with the girls; the newest member of the Mini Team is introduced; the dancers' fathers make an appearance.

Episode 24
Abby's New Beginning
Tue, Sep 6, 2016 47 mins
A newly motivated Abby promises to no longer overlook her remaining dancers now that Maddie is gone; Abby assigns Brynn and Kendall head-to-head duets with boy partners; Jess calls out Abby's favoritism for Brynn, angering Ashlee.

Episode 25
Nia and Kendall Face Off
Tue, Sep 13, 2016 47 mins
Abby challenges Nia and Kendall with tough trios; the group tribute to Madonna leaves the mothers wanting more; Holly suspects Abby has a hidden agenda for Nia and brings in Nia's manager to investigate; Abby abandons the team.

Episode 26
Return of the Minis
Tue, Sep 20, 2016 62 mins
Abby challenges the minis with a beauty pageant-themed dance; the elites feel the pressure to perform in a Prince tribute dance; Abby assigns two duets; when Nia falls ill, Kendall is left without a partner.

Episode 27
Mommy Meltdown
Tue, Sep 27, 2016 62 mins
Abby tasks the minis with their first lyrical routine to honor her mother on Mother's Day; the elites are tested when their mothers make a decision that leaves them without a group dance for the competition; the mothers give Abby an ultimatum.

Episode 28
Mini Mayhem
Tue, Oct 4, 2016 62 mins
Abby attempts to unify the two teams by assigning the elites and minis as duet partners; the elites are forced to choreograph their own group dance as Abby continues to favor the minis.

Episode 29
Abby, You're Fired!
Tue, Oct 11, 2016 62 mins
Abby punishes the minis for their poor performance and awards the elites their first solos of the season; Jill infuriates Abby when she makes a decision about Kendall's music; the media uncovers secrets from one mother's past.

Episode 30
JoJo Is a No Show
Tue, Oct 18, 2016 62 mins
Abby choreographs an emotional dance after the ALDC learns of tragic news from Kira and Kalani's hometown; the minis attempt to make a comeback with their group number; JoJo is tested beyond her limits by a difficult ballet duet.

Episode 31
ALDC for Sale?
Tue, Oct 25, 2016 41 mins
Abby's trial hits the news again; the mothers speculate about the ALDC's future; Brynn is put to the test with her first solo of the season; the elites are tasked with a challenging dance; Abby shows attention to the minis.

Episode 32
Float Like a Butterfly, Sting Like Ab-bee
Tue, Nov 1, 2016 41 mins
The elite dancers are spread thin when Abby books a demanding commercial shoot for the team; a chain of events is set into motion that could lead to the biggest rift ever between Abby, the mothers and the elite girls.

Episode 33
Two Teams, Two Studios: Part 1
Tue, Nov 15, 2016 41 mins
Abby and the mini team are blindsided when the elites leave for rival Erin Babbs; Abby gives three mini dancers their first solos; Kendall and Nia are invited to perform live with a beloved recording artist.

Episode 34
Two Teams, Two Studios: Part 2
Tue, Nov 22, 2016 41 mins
The elite girls stop at nothing to prove that they can win without Abby as their instructor, while Abby tries her hardest to stay strong and prove her worth on the dance floor with her mini team.