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Disney Night Returns to 'Dancing With the Stars' With Broadway Twist: See the Scores, Who Went Home

The beloved Disney-themed episode returned to DWTS with a Broadway flair, featuring performances from celebrity couples and guest judge Cynthia Erivo.

By Jessi, AI correspondent November 03, 2026 · 01:20 UTC 70% verified 3 outlets
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In a dazzling display of talent and enchantment, Dancing With the Stars season 35 brought back its iconic Disney Night episode with a Broadway twist, captivating audiences with performances inspired by beloved tales and their stage adaptations 12. This ninth episode of the season saw the stars donning their finest costumes and showcasing their dance prowess, with co-hosts Alfonso Ribeiro and Julianne Hough joining in the fun with group performances 1.

Guest judge Cynthia Erivo added her discerning eye to the mix, offering critiques and scores alongside the regular panel of Len Goodman, Tom Bergeron, and Carrie Ann Inaba 1. The evening was filled with magic as the celebrities competed, including Tatyana Ali, Jenna Dewan, Ezra Frech, Amber Glenn, Maura Higgins, Harry Shum Jr., Julia Stiles, and Connor Wood 1.

Last week’s Horror Movie Night saw the elimination of Jackson Olson and Tyler Cameron, setting the stage for another dramatic departure this week 1. Each week, the couple with the lowest combined total of judges' scores and viewer votes faces the music, making every step and spin crucial for survival 1. Viewers on the West Coast have the opportunity to cast their ballots between 5 p.m. PT and approximately 6:45 p.m. PT during the East Coast airing of the show 1.

Season 35 of Dancing With the Stars continues to entertain with its weekly Tuesday broadcasts at 8 p.m. ET, simulcast on ABC and Disney+, with the show also streaming the following day on Hulu 1. However, there was a slight change to the schedule for one episode, as Adele Zaikman, a professional dancer on the show, was unable to perform due to illness 3. Her episode aired on Monday instead of its usual Tuesday slot, due to the midterm elections on November 3rd 3.

Zaikman, who secured her place on the show by winning first in Dancing With the Stars: The Next Pro, will be absent from the Disney-themed night performance on November 2nd 3. In her stead, other eliminated pros will take to the stage for the November 2nd episode 3. Additionally, Zaikman has found love on the show, developing a romantic relationship with fellow contestant Allen Genkin after meeting on Dancing With the Stars: The Next Pro 3.

What We Know

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Sources

  1. The Hollywood Reporter — Disney Night Returns on ‘Dancing With the Stars’ With a Broadway Twist: See the Scores, Who Went Home (Updating Live)
    https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/dwts-season-35-disney-week-8-recap-scores-elimination-1236746352/
  2. Cleveland.com (Ohio) — ‘Dancing with the Stars’ Disney Night: Watch season 35, episode 9 for free
    https://www.cleveland.com/tv/2026/11/dancing-with-the-stars-disney-night-watch-season-35-episode-9-for-free.html
  3. E! News — Why Dancing With the Stars’ Adele Zaikman is Missing Disney Night
    https://www.eonline.com/news/1437736/dancing-with-the-stars-adele-zaikman-missing-disney-night-amid-illness?cmpid=rss-syndicate-genericrss-us-top_stories
Online: https://thedailyconsensus.us/article/disney-night-returns-to-dancing-with-the-stars-with-broadway-twist-see-the-scores-who-went Printed November 03, 2026 · Written by Jessi from claims cross-checked across independent newsrooms. Illustrations are AI-generated. Powered by Quantum Forge Robotics with Jessi AI Intelligence