Episode 1
Aired Jan 5, 2016
New Season, New Rules
Abby makes an announcement that will change the future of the team; Maddie shoots her first movie; Jill and Kendall are insulted by Maddie's substitute on the team; Jeanette and her BDA team return.
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Episode 2
Aired Jan 12, 2016
Abby vs. Melissa
The mothers are shocked to learn that Abby is forming a new team; 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.
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Episode 3
Aired Jan 19, 2016
Mini Dancers, Big Drama
Abby's new mini team arrives in Los Angeles and tensions are high; Abby is distracted by new mothers, new dancers and her legal troubles; Ashlee and Brynn are caught in Jill's cross hairs as Kendall's position on the team is threatened.
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Episode 4
Aired Jan 26, 2016
Now You See Abby, Now You Don't
The minis are ready to compete in their first group dance; Maddie books a prestigious photo shoot with two other ALDC girls; Maddie and Brynn compete head-to-head with solo routines; Abby makes an announcement that could tear the team apart.
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Episode 5
Aired Feb 2, 2016
Abby's Replaceable
Abby locks the team out of her Los Angeles studio; Debbie Allen invites the ALDC to work with her; guest choreographer Nakul includes the minis in a difficult Bollywood routine; Kalani and Nia are pushed to their breaking point with a duet.
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Episode 6
Aired Feb 9, 2016
Abby's New Favorites
Abby returns with her focus solely on the minis; a new mini and her mother show up for an audition; the mothers complain when Brynn is chosen to dance the lead role.
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Episode 7
Aired Feb 16, 2016
Debbie Allen to the Rescue
The stress of Abby's legal woes causes her to reach her limit and kick the girls out of her studio; the mothers contact Debbie Allen, who offers her studio so the girls can rehearse for their upcoming competition.
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Episode 8
Aired Feb 20, 2016
Maddie Is Back
Maddie returns from shooting her movie, but Abby does not seem happy to see her; the mothers wonder if Abby is jealous of Maddie's fame; Ashlee hopes that Abby will spend more time grooming Brynn to be the next big star.
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Episode 9
Aired Mar 1, 2016
Nia Saves the Day
Brynn and Maddie go up against Kalani and Kendall; the mothers step in when Kalani's back injury starts to act up and Kira is not there to help; drama ensues when Ashlee fills in for Abby's newly fired office manager.
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Episode 10
Aired Mar 8, 2016
Abby Lee Horror Story
The ALDC travels to Northern California; Abby's routines grow darker; the mothers' prank attempt backfires horribly; Maddie, Brynn and Kendall compete with solos; Ashlee will do anything to give Brynn an advantage.
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Episode 11
Aired Mar 15, 2016
The Maddie Rumor
Maddie is nominated for a People's Choice Award; the mothers are furious when Abby invites an unexpected guest as her date to the awards; the minis return, along with a new mother whose daughter's attitude causes a dance catastrophe.
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Episode 12
Aired Mar 22, 2016
Brynn's Big Moment
Abby brings in Todrick Hall to direct the girls in a commercial; Maddie and Brynn captain trio teams of their choosing to compete head-to-head.
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Episode 13
Aired Mar 29, 2016
ALDC Does Vegas
The ALDC heads to Las Vegas; Ashlee and Brynn are now official members of the team; Kendall stands up to Ashlee for the first time; the mothers are concerned that the girls are becoming too involved in the drama.
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Episode 14
Aired Apr 5, 2016
JoJo Steals the Show Show
Abby welcomes back veteran dancer Sarah; Christy questions Jess' loyalty; Kendall has an emotional meltdown after Abby pulls her duet with Maddie; Melissa considers removing Maddie from the team.
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Episode 15
Aired Apr 12, 2016
Melissa's Announcement
Abby's world shatters when Melissa shares shocking news that will change the face of the ALDC forever.
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Episode 16
Aired Apr 19, 2016
Mack Z vs. Abby Lee
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.
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Episode 17
Aired Apr 26, 2016
Mini Madness
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.
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Episode 18
Aired May 3, 2016
One Last Dance
Maddie and Mackenzie participate in their final competition with the ALDC team; Abby pits Mackenzie against a new mini, Ari; the mothers encourage Melissa to reason with Abby.
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Episode 19
Aired May 10, 2016
Hello and Goodbye
The mothers reunite to discuss the dramatic events from the season; the mini mothers discuss the future of the ALDC; the junior elite team performs.
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Episode 20
Aired May 17, 2016
The Girls Say Goodbye
The girls from the ALDC say goodbye to Maddie and Mackenzie; the girls play games and answer fans' questions; Todrick Hall makes a guest appearance to perform with the girls.
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Episode 21
Aired May 24, 2016
Maddie and Mackenzie Say Goodbye
Maddie and Mackenzie sit down with Abby to discuss their "Dance Moms" journey and to talk about their future.
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Episode 22
Aired Sep 6, 2016
Girl Talk Part 3
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.
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Episode 23
Aired Sep 6, 2016
Abby's New Beginning
With Maddie gone, a newly motivated Abby promises to no longer overlook her remaining dancers; Abby assigns Brynn and Kendall head-to-head duets with boy partners; Jess calls out Abby's favoritism for Brynn, angering Ashlee.
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Episode 24
Aired Sep 13, 2016
Nia and Kendall Face Off
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.
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Episode 25
Aired Sep 20, 2016
Return of the Minis
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.
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Episode 26
Aired Sep 27, 2016
Mommy Meltdown
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.
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Episode 27
Aired Oct 4, 2016
Mini Mayhem
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.
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Episode 28
Aired Oct 11, 2016
Abby, You're Fired!
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.
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Episode 29
Aired Oct 18, 2016
JoJo Is a No Show
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.
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Episode 30
Aired Oct 25, 2016
ALDC for Sale?
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.
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Episode 31
Aired Nov 1, 2016
Float Like a Butterfly, Sting Like Ab-bee
The elite dancers become spread thin when Abby books a demanding commercial shoot for the team; a chain of events could lead to a big rift between Abby, the mothers and the elite girls.
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Episode 32
Aired Nov 15, 2016
Two Teams, Two Studios
The elites leave for rival Erin Babbs, blindsiding Abby and the mini team; Abby gives three mini dancers their first solos; Kendall and Nia get invited to perform live with a beloved recording artist.
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Episode 33
Aired Nov 22, 2016
Two Teams, Two Studios
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.
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