Everyone is on edge when Abby announces she'll be holding her first national open audition in Orlando. Meanwhile the fallout over Chloe and Kendall's solos in the last competition continues as Jill accuses Christi of lying to help Chloe win. Brooke, Paige and Chloe are given a tricky trio to challenge Brooke's pop star credentials, pressuring her to dance and sing.

The episode was rated 7.33 from 91 votes.

Tensions are high when Abby swaps Chloe and Christi for the Select Team's Jade and Loree in the third head-to-head battle between the Elite and Select teams in Washington, D.C. Both teams are anxious to impress Abby when she announces that Nationals are just five weeks away. Jeanette and Ava are thrilled to compete in a solo against Maddie until it becomes obvious that the odds are stacked against them.

The episode was rated 7.41 from 61 votes.

With her mother's health declining, Abby leaves the girls and moms to fend for themselves at this week's competition. Abby's announcement of the impending arrival of a brand new team looms over Abby's original team.

The episode was rated 7.42 from 64 votes.

Their moms have had the floor to air their feuds, frustrations and alliances; now, for the first time ever, it's the girls' turn to dish the dirt. With guest appearances from Asia Ray and Vivi, the dancers speak their mind on everything from Abby to their former teammates, the moms fighting, and everything in between... and there are no moms allowed!

The episode was rated 7.43 from 30 votes.

After auditioning hundreds of dancers, and facing pressure from Kira, Abby decides whether or not to make her daughter an official member of the Abby Lee Dance Company. Meanwhile, Cathy takes over the reigns to choreograph her Candy Apples in hopes of finally beating Abby's girls.

The episode was rated 7.45 from 75 votes.

Nationals are a day away, and with all of the distractions of Hollywood, the moms worry Abby has not given enough attention to the routines. With Cathy using the song that made Maddie famous, Abby considers pulling an ALDC solo to let Maddie dance. Stakes have never been higher as Abby threatens to cut the losing team and Christi and Chloe make a heart-wrenching decision

The episode was rated 7.45 from 66 votes.

With the cloud of Abby's open auditions looming over the team, everyone is on edge as the Abby Lee Dance Company competes with the Candy Apples for the first time since Nationals. Chloe and Kendall battle each other out for the number two spot and Dance Mom Leslie is feeling the pressure as Payton's future with the team is called into question.

The episode was rated 7.48 from 96 votes.

With the Select Team gone for the week, the Elite Team needs to end their losing streak. This will prove difficult because they are competing against the Candy Apples on their home turf and Cathy will do whatever it takes to ensure a win. Inspired from her time as a judge on Dancing with the Stars, Abby recruits former Candy Apple Gino to dance a duet with Maddie where the choreography calls for her very first kiss.

The episode was rated 7.49 from 57 votes.

Payton struggles to perform a challenging number that could determine her membership at the Abby Lee Dance Company. For the first time ever, Maddie and Mackenzie go head-to-head. Meanwhile Christi considers home school for Chloe.

The episode was rated 7.49 from 75 votes.

The dancers try to impress Abby in the last competition before Nationals; Tracey's dream of getting her daughter to join the Elite team is threatened; Cathy crashes the competition.

The episode was rated 7.55 from 53 votes.

Abby presents her new junior elite competition team during pyramid, which shocks the original squad and their moms. With the new troupe in place, original dancers are pitted against their new counterparts.

The episode was rated 7.56 from 78 votes.

While the ALDC is in Los Angeles to compete at Nationals, Abby makes a major announcement that will forever change the Elite Competition Team. Ex-ALDC dance mom, Jeanette, stalks the team to LA and vows revenge against Abby. Cathy schemes to ruin Abby's west coast visit by challenging the ALDC to a dance off, and everyone is shocked when Abby's moves steal the show.

The episode was rated 7.56 from 62 votes.

The drama continues on Dance Moms as Abby Lee Dance Company kicks off the new season with a bang. Abby announces that she will be holding open call auditions across the country in search of new dancers, making the current team members uneasy about their place on the team. In the midst of the auditions, Brooke has a special surprise when she is invited up on stage to sing with Country Star Jana Kramer. This is a big opportunity for Brooke to showcase her talents in front of a large audience.

The competition among the team members is fierce and the pressure is on for them to make sure they stand out with their performances. This episode is sure to be full of suspense and excitement as the team members try to make sure they secure their spot on the team. It will be interesting to see who will rise to the challenge and show Abby that they are the best dancer of the bunch.

The episode was rated 7.63 from 108 votes.

The ALDC and the Moms travel to Michigan in the episode "No More Crybabies" of Dance Moms. Abby has a plan to see which of her three youngest members, McKenzie, Tea' and Sarah, will compete in a solo at Nationals. When Abby finds out that Jeanette is bringing her daughter Ava to compete against them, she devises a secret plan to try and guarantee the win. This leads to a huge fight between the ALDC moms as they debate Abby's strategy.

The episode puts the spotlight on the three youngest members of the ALDC, McKenzie, Tea' and Sarah, as they battle for the chance to compete in the Nationals solo. As the competition heats up, Abby must decide which of them has the potential to be the best at Nationals. Meanwhile, Jeanette and Ava's arrival throws a wrench in Abby's plans, as she must decide if her secret plan is worth the potential consequences.

The episode was rated 7.71 from 63 votes.

Dance Moms presents Abby’s Top Ten Dances, an episode which promises to be a treat for fans of the show. Abby Lee Miller will take viewers on a journey, counting down her ten favorite group dances of all time. Not only will she share the stories and drama behind the scenes of these iconic dances, fans will also be treated to extended cuts of the best of Dance Moms.

The episode will be a chance for viewers to appreciate the hard work and dedication of the dancers, choreographers, and crew of the show. With exclusive access to the inner workings of Abby Lee Miller’s vision, fans will get an insight into the creative processes behind the show and get a better understanding of the show’s success. It is sure to be an episode that will be remembered for years to come.

The episode was rated 7.82 from 11 votes.