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Dancing With The Stars professional dancer Alan Bersten shared through Instagram Stories the whole event of Disney Night with makeup, wigs, and, most importantly, he and his fellow actors resorted to startling character transformations which left many viewers hardly able to recognize even the superstars. The actor once more presented a view of the comic element via a video that not only made the cast look remarkably like a wise and happy group but also came with a humble acknowledgment of the makeup department’s contribution.
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Alan’s professional dancers were trolled unrecognizably by the exposing of their master’s work and one could tell from the monosyllabic reactions that the mice and all that others portrayed were “human” indeed. The application of the prosthetics and makeup was done to such perfection that many followers confessed they could not even recognize the figures of the dancers hidden behind the lavish costumes.
One person stated that there was no escaping the strong response when he noticed “Alan I refuse to believe that’s you under there.” A second comment admitted “Alan I didn’t even recognize you honestly.” The change of appearance was so significant that it somewhat straddled the line between dreams and reality, with one person referring to the scene as “a fever dream.” That would be an outrageous transformation creating the fictional character “the sleep paralysis demon” while others warned to “shut off the lights” lest they see such beings.
The other dancers not only laughed at the moments of fun but also the professional commitment. Dancer Carolyn Burt termed it the “commitment to the bit” while another colleague rated the attempt “10 out of 10! No notes!” The make-up was incredible, as another person said, “the make-up and the costumes made the dances even better.”
The fans even though they saw the cross-gendered looks still the reality did not hit them differently when they were already aware of the men and women dancers’ capabilities. One fan called it “the three horsemen of the jump scare” and another humorously described it as “An alien, a genie, and a mouse walk into a bar.” Moreover, the unusually big and bold changes yielded musically inclined references like “Hey now, hey now, this is what nightmares are made of.”
The behind-the-scenes perspective gave a unique insight into the considerable effort that goes into preparing the themed nights of Dancing With The Stars. An equipment piece on the set put the context regarding the filming process, saying they were “on the floor filming and talking that this is how it probably felt like to watch Michelangelo paint the Sistine Chapel.” This analogy brought into focus the power of the artists in such large-scale efforts when they want to make a changeover that is not only extravagantly stylish but also fabulously dramatic.
In the case of Disney Night, the makeup artists were on the side of the dancers who performed to the sounds of the rides. One fan could not resist being very grateful for the “this Space Mountain routine” he called his “favorite ride” and also admired the dance team’s ability to “choreograph to that space music!” An incredibly talented combination of intricate makeup, elaborate costumes, and well-timed dance numbers created the magical Disney atmosphere that the show is blessed with.
The comical nature of the replies indicated that even professional dancers do not mind being made up as foolish characters. Some of the hilarious comments were that Bersten was giving nightmares on Disney Night and that Jan took 2 hr just for his elaborate makeup but “he only needed it for a minute.”
Alan Bersten’s disclosure of the marvelous Disney Night transformations offered extra viewing pleasure for the audience, who were able to see not only the performance but also the whole process of making the magic ready for them to see on the screen. The great reaction showed that it is quite the opposite when the most unforgettable moments are those of noticing the aftermath of the performance, complete with the prosthetic noses and the full-body costumes that temporarily hide the most talented professional dancers.
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The metamorphosis performed by the characters of Bersten and his colleagues is the very act of devotion that has been the key reason for the long running success of Dancing With The Stars. Even if they appear as aliens or genies or surprisingly real rats, the professional dancers will always be the ones to say that pouring one’s heart and soul into the performance creates the best TV moments, even if it means being in the make-up chair for hours to achieve that perfect Disney magic. This dedication was particularly evident in Lindsay Lohan‘s enthusiastic response to the performances. The show also featured memorable moments from Hilaria Baldwin, who shared her thoughts on the Disney Night experience. The vibrant energy continued with Alan Bersten and Elaine showcasing their dynamic partnership, and their joyful dance through Disneyland captured the magical spirit of the evening.