‘Dancing with the Stars’: When Will Season 33 Start Filming?

Typically, information surrounding the new Dancing with the Stars season drops in mid-to-late summer. Therefore, news surrounding season 33 could be just around the corner. This includes information about when the series will begin filming.

When will ‘Dancing with the Stars’ begin filming?

Dancing with the Stars should begin production sometime in September. However, the show does not film ahead of time. The series airs live, and tapes each episode for later viewing on Hulu and streaming on Disney+.

Dancing with the Stars is unique in that its entire season is taped live. Other competition series, such as American Idol and The Voice, tape their audition weeks and then go live for performances.

Therefore, ABC’s cameras capture every mistake or misstep for all to see. However, there is a delay between the actual episodes and their transmission on TV. Producers can censor language or cut the live feed in the case of an unpredictable event.

There are some taped packages inserted into the live show. These are filmed during rehearsals and inserted into the episodes prior to each dance.

What changes can fans expect from ‘Dancing with the Stars’ Season 33?

The Dancing with the Stars casting department typically produces a mix of current newsmakers, sports favorites, reality television stars, and vintage stars for each season. This eclectic group of ever-changing celebrities means there is someone for every fan to cheer for as they tackle learning intricate ballroom dances in a short time period.

The series’ newest season will likely lean heavily into the types of dances and themes popular among fans in years past. These include the most memorable years, Halloween, and evenings dedicated to a particular performer, such as Taylor Swift or Whitney Houston.

However, newer themes are also possible, which could lend even a more personal touch to dances. Typically, fans respond well to more personal stories of overcoming adversity rather than celebrating successes. Their votes reflect each season, and each star becomes more vulnerable in the public’s eyes.

Season 33 could also find a huge shift in the number of celebrity contestants, therefore leading to fewer pros being needed. Typically, there are just over a dozen celebrity competitors each season. Pros do not find out if they are being brought back for the series’ new season until a few weeks before filming.

What will stay the same during season 33 of ‘Dancing with the Stars’?

While some changes may be on the horizon for season 33 of ABC’s Dancing with the Stars, much of the series will remain the same. The series will continue with many of the same formats fans have come to love.

This includes a Tuesday airdate, depending on if an installment of The Bachelor franchise will air simultaneously. The show will also end just before the holiday season begins, leaving a window of time for the pros to ready themselves for their annual tour promoting the series.

Alfonso Ribeiro will also return as host, with Julianne Hough as co-host. The panel of judges remains unchanged so that fans will see Bruno Tonioli, Derek Hough, and Carrie Ann Inaba sharing their professional opinions regarding dances throughout the season.

Dancing with the Stars will return on Tuesday, Sept. 17, with a two-hour premiere.