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Dubai One, a free-to-air English entertainment channel, gives 'Pussycat Doll' fans the chance to get an exclusive look into the world of the chart topping, multi-platinum group as Season One of 'Pussycat Dolls' Present: The Search for the Next 'Pussycat Doll' forges ahead every Friday at 8pm.
Nine finalists will attempt to unleash their inner 'Pussycat Doll' as they sing, dance and compete to become the newest member of Dolls. The show is a behind-the-scenes look at the process of selecting a beautiful and talented singer/dancer who has what it takes to join one of the world's most successful performing and recording acts.
Some of the gorgeous and gifted participants are great singers, some are great dancers, some have a creative style all their own, but the winner of the competition will be the one who combines all these talents.
Out of the thousands of gifted hopefuls who audition, only one of these young women will make it through the challenges and undergo a total transformation to win her place in the spotlight as the newest member of the Pussycat Dolls.
Judges on the series include the group's founder and choreographer, Robin Antin, along with Ron Fair, chairman of Geffen Records, and Grammy Award-winning performing artist Lil' Kim. As they guide the young contestants through auditions and challenges, the judges' personal styles sometimes clash, but their brutally honest critiques are intended to bring out the best in each performer.
The Pussycat Dolls' (then) lead singer and spokesperson, Nicole Scherzinger, is an inspiring role model to the participants. New dance routines in the Dolls' unmistakable style are created by Antin and co-choreographer Mikey Minden, who teach the girls one demanding number after another. In addition, Antin is on hand to take the participants through each challenge and demonstrate what it takes to become a Pussycat Doll. Antin's brother, hairstylist Jonathan Antin of Blowout fame, is on board for hairstyle makeovers. Another important member of the team is singer/songwriter Mark McGrath, who serves as the show's host.
The judges narrowed the dancers down to a final diverse group of young women who move into a loft in Los Angeles during the competition.
Each episode has a specific theme; confidence, creativity and style are just a few. Challenges include ballet dancing in toe shoes, designing an original Pussycat Doll-style outfit and learning a dance routine with male partners.
In addition to Nicole, other members of the Pussycat Dolls provide advice.
Along the way, there are plenty of surprises, including celebrity guests and unexpected trips.
