Dance Machine (ABC)

DANCE MACHINE is a fun, family-friendly game show in which amateur dancers from all walks of life show off their moves while competing for $100,000. In each episode, six competitors strut their stuff in a series of one-on-one competitions. The winner of each round (as decided by the studio audience) gets to move on to the freestyle semifinals, where the three remaining dancers perform to the song of their choice and get to use props in their choreography. The two dancers who earn the most audience votes in the semifinals then face each other in the "dance-off." Whoever wins that round gets the money and the Dance Machine title.

The series, which is hosted by TV personality Jason Kennedy, offers plenty of entertaining moments as the dancers do their best to impress the audience with their finest dance club moves. Some contestants -- especially those with a background in sports or martial arts -- actually demonstrate some real talent. But whether or not the dancers have rhythm, their obvious love of dancing makes it hard not to root for them. Also amusing are the antics of DJ Rodney, who enjoys dressing up and playing some great tunes.

It's true that winning a cash prize is likely the biggest reason that these people are willing to boogie on television -- but this show also focuses on how much fun they have doing it. Kids who like dancing or like to watch dancing will probably enjoy the show and might even be inspired to work on their own moves. While there's some very mild sexual innuendo and some extremely subtle references to homosexuality, overall the series is pretty mild and makes for family-friendly entertainment.

TV Rating: TV-PG
Network: ABC
Cast: Jason Kennedy, Rodney Perry
Genre: Game Shows
Where to watch: ABC