'America's Got Talent' is a talent show that features singers, dancers, magicians, comedians, and other performers of all ages competing for the advertised top prize of one million dollars. (Photo : Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images)
"America's Got Talent" (AGT) Season 11 (2016) kicked off the second week of Live Shows wherein a set of twelve acts performed to earn judges and public votes. Meanwhile, Nick Cannon returned as the host and Simon Cowell, Mel B, Heidi Klum and Howie Mandel to the judges' panel. Here is a detailed recap of Live Show Week 2 Part 1. Read on for the details.
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Fans must note that only seven acts will make it through the quarterfinals. And the remaining five will be eliminated. Meanwhile, audiences will get a chance to save one of their favourite acts through Dunkin Save. As for the judges', they can save one of their favourite through judges' choice vote.
"America's Got Talent" (AGT) Season 11 (2016) Live Show Week 2 kicked off with a performance by a dance troupe FLIP. They are the wild card entry and performed a routine that judges loved. Howie though they were flawless and Mel B. thought their choreography was spot on.
The next performer was Moya Angela, who has performed at Broadway shows. She sang "I Didn't know My Own Strength" by Whitney Houston. However, the judges felt there something off tonight. They thought she could have been better. But Howie thinks she can be a star.
Next was Viktor Kee, a juggling artist. He performs some cool stunts and tricks but end up dropping a ball once. Nonetheless, the judges were really impressed. Heidi said she was mesmerized and Simon really liked him.
Kee was followed by Kadie Lynn, the 12-year-old singer. She sang "My Church" by Maren Morris. Simon said that she is their little superstar. The judges think she has a great voice.
Ryan Stock and AmberLynn took the stage next to perform their extremely dangerous quarterfinals act. He performed sword swallowing with a twist. Following which, he swallowed things like arrow and a lamp post. Then Amber got on a ladder with a bow and arrow on fire. She shot at him and missed the target. Howie thought he deserves votes. Heidi was scared for him.
Next up was Simon's Golden Buzzer act Calysta Bevier. She sang "Brave" Sara Bareilles. The judges loved her. Mel B. thought she was flawless and Heidi said her performance was "simple," "angelic" and "brave." She got a standing ovation from all the four judges. Scroll down to watch her performance.
Sofie Dossi, the 15-year-old contortionist, was next. She is another Golden Buzzer artist. She was able to amaze the judges with her act. Heidi loved her act. Howie was scared. And Mel B. admires her.
The next act of "America's Got Talent" (AGT) Season 11 (2016) Live Show Week 2 was delivered by The Clairvoyants. They couple started their trick with jelly beans and picked the colours Heidi and Simon had picked. Then, they asked Mel B to take some jellybeans out and put them in a glass. And they guessed it correctly that they are 22. Later, they explained how they did it. Simon called them aliens from another planet and thought it's the creepiest thing.
Sal Valentinetti performed next. The singer sang a rendition of One Direction's "Story of My Life." Heidi loved him and said his voice is silky smooth. Simon said, "you're like a singing pizza."
Next up was Throwings, an acrobatic duo. They were able to impress the judges with their stunts. Mel B said it was thrilling and Heidi thought it was fantastic. Simon found it incredible but wanted to see something new.
Steven Brundage was next. He is a wild card entry and he performed using a giant Rubik cube. The judges liked the magic trick. Howie said it was mind blowing. Mel B. hopes people will vote for him.
The last performer of "America's Got Talent" (AGT) Season 11 (2016) Live Show Week 2 was Sos & Victoria, quick change artists. Simon called them annoying. Heidi liked the act. Mel B. wasn't too impressed.
"America's Got Talent" (AGT) Season 11 (2016) Live Show Week 2 will return Aug. 3, Wednesday with results. Stay tuned for spoilers and recap.
