Former Dellos Dancer Makes The Top 20 On The 6th Season of, “So You Think You Can Dance!”

Miss P, our community of reality TV watchers brought you into their homes this past November when you were featured as one of the Top 16 Finalists on the 6th season of, “So You Think You Can Dance”.

1. What are the main cities in the US that are used as audition venues and what city did you audition in?

Los Angeles, New York City, Miami, Phoenix, Nashville, Seattle, Salt Lake City, Chicago and Atlanta were the main cities in the US that are used as audition venues. I auditioned in Los Angeles.

2. What was your actual number the day you were first seen and how long was the wait?

My actual number the I was first seen during season 6 was 16295. I arrived at the Orpheum theater around 4 a.m. and stood in line with my mom. I did not get into the theater until 8 and did not dance until 9:30 – 10:00 a.m. So I waited 6 hours before I danced.

3. What style of dance did you audition in and why did you choose it?

I auditioned with a Jazz Funk style. I chose this style because I wanted to perform and express myself in two different forms of dance. One, being my technical side and two, beingmy funky-er side with more personality. I basically “fused” Jazz and Hip-Hop together. I wanted to show that I can be grounded and aggressive while being able to stay on my toes and do technique.

4. What other areas of dance are you trained in? What is your favorite to perform? Which have been more difficult for you to master?

I am trained in many different styles of dance including Tap, Hip-Hop, Contemporary/Lyrical, Musical Theater, Ballet, and some training in Latin Ballroom: Cha Cha, Rumba, Samba, Paso Doble, Jive, and in Standard Ballroom: Waltz, Foxtrot, Quickstep, Tango, and Viennese Waltz. I have 2 favorite styles to perform. Hip-Hop because its fun and Contemporary because it’s very emotional and you can “LIVE” and “BREATHE” in every move. The Latin Ballroom styles have been the more difficult styles to master only because there are many techniques from head to toe that can not be cheated.

5. You also auditioned last year and made it to the Top 32… Why do you think you got further this time?

I think I got further this time around because I believe they saw how much hungrier I was for a spot in the Top 20. I think they saw my love and passion for dance as well. I also think that season 5 was not my time to shine and that God had planned for me to shine in season 6.

6. With everything that was said or featured as a cameo-spot on the show about you, what do you feel people will remember most about “Pauline”?

I feel that people will remember me as the small, high energy, loves to take pictures and eat girl. And I also think people remember me as the “ankle” girl because of my injury during Vegas week.

7. Of all the choreographers you worked with, who did you enjoy the most and why?

I actually enjoyed working with all the choreographers I worked with on the show because they each brought something different to the table for my partner and I. But if I had to choose one, I would say I enjoyed working with Wade the most because he is so unique and very inspirational. Working with him and his wife, Amanda was the most amazing experience because both of their minds together do something so creative.

8. What was the relationship you shared with your room-mates? Was there a lot of down-time? What did you do other than rehearse?

My room-mates and I got along. We shared so many laughs together it hurt all of our stomachs. We all really enjoyed each other’s company. There was not a lot of down-time because we were always rehearsing. Each would be rehearsing throughout the day in the gym, near the pool, in the room; basically anywhere that we could move. When we did not rehearse, which was rare, we would either all go out to eat, go shopping together, or hang out by the pool.

9. Tell us about the costume process. Who designed them and how were you fit? Were they really created in a few days time? Which were your favorites?

The choreographers had an idea on the design of what they wanted for the costumes for their piece, but Soyon An did all the magic. We each had a set time for costume fittings about 3 days before we actually went on stage to tape. They really were created in a few days time which is amazing. The costme department is on top of making the costumes on time. Each and every costume I wore were my favorite. The Top 20 “Comanche” group dance where I wore the green dress was a favorite, the Meet the Top 20 trio where I wore the blue cheetah dress was another, my waltz dress was absolutely stunning, my Van Gogh duet with Peter was very creative and fun, my quickstep costume was very fun and cute, and the Top 16 “Warriors” group dance was intense. So I really did not have a favorite only because each and every costume was different.

10. How do you feel you’ve grown as a dancer through this experience?

I fee like I’ve grown into a better dancer thorough this experience. I know the type of dancer I am. Even though I was on the show for a short-period of time. I’ve learned so much about myself as a dancer.

11. How do you feel you’ve grown as a person overall?

I feel like I have grown so much as a person in maturity and in smartness. I found even more of myself through this experience. I knew who I was before, but this experience made me find out so much more about myself.

12. Of all the memories you take away from this experience, which have impacted you the most and will be remembered forever?

I will remember each and every person I have met through this experience because they have all impacted my life. I have created so many memories with everyone so I would not be able to choose one memory because I will remember them all forever.

13. They say it takes a village to raise a child. Who would you like to thank for inspiring, supporting and encouraging you to become the dancer and person you are today?

I would love to thank so many people, but if it had to be one person, it would have to be my mom. Without her support and love for what I do, I do not think I would be the dancer I am today or the person I am today. She has been there for me 110% of the way. I love her dearly and want her to know that I am so thankful for everything she has done for me.

14. For other young dance hopefuls, what is your advice for developing a comprehensive and solid dance foundation?

I would tell the young dance hopefuls to keep training in as many styles as they can. It is always good to be a versatile dancer. Take ballet, lots and lots of ballet because ballet is everything is dance. Just enjoy dance and live and breathe in every moment.

15. What is your motto that you’d like to pass on to others following such big dreams?

“Dreams can come true as long as you put your heart into it.”

16. What are you favorite pastimes when not teaching children dance at Dellos Studios? What are your career goals or aspirations in the future?

My favorite pastimes when not teaching children dance at Dellos Dance Studios is to hang out and catch up with friends, take some dance classes, go to the beach, and relax at home with the family.