The Orchesis have their first auditions for a pep rally performance at Grambling. Essence contemplates her future with the dance company.

Earning Your Spot

A Clean Five

Everybody is Somebody

As the new director of the Orchesis Dance Company, J'aime Griffith looks to continue her predecessor's legacy of excellence. First on the agenda, choosing a captain.

It's the first game of the season, and nerves impact the Orchesis during auditions. J'aime overextends herself as she juggles her responsibilities.

J'aime brings in an Orchesis alum to inject some energy into the team. Gaja hopes to perform in her hometown, but it doesn't go as planned.

The Energy Enforcer

For the first home game, J'aime hopes to wow the crowd by adding challenging elements to the Orchesis' performance. Ebony gets an opportunity to choreograph a future routine for the Orchesis.

That's Orchesis' Style

During a week jam packed with three performances, some veteran dancers struggle with time management, and suffer the consequences. J'aime depends on an inexperienced group to take the field.

Commit Fully

It's homecoming week at Grambling, and the Orchesis alumni return to share wisdom and celebrate the current members. Expectations are high for a stellar performance, and Laila hopes her growth will secure her first game day selection.

Happy Homecoming

The biggest performance of the season goes down in New Orleans against rival Southern University. J'aime sends shockwaves through the Orchesis and forgoes tradition to determine the final roster for Bayou Classic.

Half Stepping

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Earning Your Spot

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