i really think that Lacey is going to ruin Lance's chances of winning Dancing with the Stars. She can't seem to figure out that the judges don't like flashy, modern moves and prefer the couples to stick to the traditional dance. 

Honestly, he would do much better with a different dance partner.

As for his sexuality, I think Lance is just having fun. In his book he made clear that he enjoys the company of women, he's just not sexually attracted to them.

she's the wildcard here. She doesn't seem to have much regard for the conventions of ballroom dancing. I'm not saying she should follow the conventions, but she needs to be better aware of them -- and know what to adhere to and what to play with for dramatic effect. In general, she just seems to be dissing convention for the sake of dissing. You know because she's so young and modern and hip.

I think we're going to see more of Lance's personal life as the show goes on. He's dancing well and coming across as a fun, passionate, and suprisingly hot competitor. I'm betting that the producers figure he'll be around for many more weeks -- and they'll go deeper with him in future episodes.

 

But isn't it ultimately the viewers who decide? I haven't watched a single full season of "Dancing With the Stars" (just clips), but AFAIK, the judges have no power on who stays and who goes.

So even ifthe judges all rag over Lancey's modern takes on classics, they can still win if the viewers enjoy them.

The problem with the Paso Doble is it bridges the gap between ballroom and musical theater. There is a story to be told, and the dance is character driven. I think the judges votes were fair for the dance, because the CHARACTER being presented was not true to the form. As pleasing as it is to watch, this is a competition, which has rules and forms. I think like Lacey said, they're doing a good job bridging the gap between their personal quirkiness and the rule-goverened ballroom. Besides, I'm still waiting for Bruno to hit on Lance, just once.

I know nothing about ballroom dance, but I know that the paso doble is my favorite to watch. I love the excitement, the drama, the passion, and the flair. I've never seen that translate when somebody tries to modernize it. I think it is the one dance that should always be done in the traditional style. Bruno's comments made sense to me. Even though they kept some traditional paso steps, they didn't keep up the mood and atmosphere of the paso doble in every stance.

I think "I kissed a girl" is an especially vapid song with which to attempt such a dramatic dance style. I have a feeling Lacey only chose it because she wanted to get a kiss from her childhood crush.

I can understand why the dancers, especially the celebrities, would want to mix things up a bit and make it more 'fun.' But I think there should also be some respect and apreciation for the art of ballroom dance. 

Anyway, I'm still rooting for Lance and Lacey to do well, but I have to agree with the judges that I didn't like this dance.

By the way, I don't think that the show is necessarily trying to ignore the fact that Lance is gay. It's probably Lance's decision, as much as the producers' decision, how much to talk about his boyfriend. If Lance gets very far in the competition, I'd be surprised not to see his boyfriend in the audience or mentioned on stage.

I love the new twist on the dances of these two also.  BUT, the show is supposed to judged on the standards/rules of dance at this time.  They have not upgraded the rules for the New Age contestants.  That should be made clear at the time they offer them the chance to be on the show.     

So, I feel Lance and Lacey should cut back on the rebellion and show they can dance by the rules of the show. 

I don't think his/her sexual orientation should have anything to do with the competition.  Have they judged anyone for the number of children they have, religion they practice, place they live, etc. ?  It is none of our business.  We are suppose to judge these people on their ability to dance!!