What. An. Opening. 😱 Fans everywhere are still reeling after Dancing With The Stars delivered one of its most jaw-dropping, cinematic openers in show history during Wicked Night — and yes, it was pure magic!
From the very first note, the ballroom transformed into Oz itself — green lights swirling, dancers flying across the floor, and the music soaring to new heights. The production? Absolutely next level.
Insiders reveal that the opening number carried a multi-million dollar budget, and every penny showed — from the spellbinding choreography to the custom costumes inspired by Wicked’s most iconic looks.
Then came the moment that sent fans into overdrive: Derek Hough and Alfonso Ribeiro joining the floor! The crowd went wild as the two stars danced side by side with the pros, blending flawless technique with pure fun.
Social media instantly exploded, with fans calling it “the most epic DWTS opening ever” and “a Broadway show disguised as a TV episode.” Viewers said they “had chills the whole way through.”
Even longtime followers of the show were in awe — some comparing it to a live stage musical, others praising the seamless mix of lighting, movement, and storytelling.
As one fan posted, “You can feel the love and passion the DWTS team poured into this — it’s more than dancing, it’s art.”
From the choreography to the costumes to the emotional energy pulsing through every beat, this Wicked Night opener didn’t just raise the bar — it shattered it.
🎭💚 One word sums it all up: ICONIC. Watch it now and relive the chills — this is the DWTS moment fans will be talking about for years.
