Arriving at the University of Jo'burg and seeing hordes of youth buzzing around the venue was just a little mirror, if you may, of what the afternoon had in store for me. Mzansi has such an amazing spirit, which is embodied in our impeccable gifts and talents and this moment was just one where that spirit was reflected. Youth from all walks of life, versatile cultures and assorted backgrounds, gathered to have a crack at the opportunity to be the first victor in the reality series.

With every individual interpreting what the judges wanted from them, whether the form of their dance routine was ballet, pantsula, contemporary, or hip hop, it was electrifying, inspirational and a sure way to learn just what Mzansi as a country with endless possibilities has to offer. The arts and culture industry of the country may not be as big as everybody wants it, but from what I witnessed, it will be up there with the best in the world in a very near future. My favourite dancer for the day was Sandile (if I recall correctly), a young man who fused different dance styles, all done with him donned in a roller-skater type of shoes (he added wheels on either side of the shoes, which allowed him to glide across the stage as you have seen Usher do at his shows or videos). He was absolutely amazing. Even one of the judges, Debbie Rakusin, remarked, "If you can do what you have just done wearing these, I can't imagine what you can do without them". Speaking of judges, I take pride and commend David matamela for appreciating Mzansi's different cultures by speaking different languages depending on what some of the contestants performed. Although, for example if you did a Sepedi or Zulu dance, you didn't have that much of a chance, it was refreshing to see and hear him encouraging and appreciating what the dancers presented to the judges.

Anyway, this sensational reality television show has been a massive hit in the USA, as I have stated above, and elsewhere around the world and has set the international benchmark for high-quality 'dancertainment', and now it's set to take Mzansi by storm.

So You Think You Can Dance makes its debut on SABC 1 Mzansi fo sho on Saturday, 9 August 2008 at 6.30pm. A gruelling round of auditions will continue around the country, prior to broadcast, to sort out who's hot and who's not on the dance floor.

A panel of judges will be travelling to the major metropolitan centres, with an informed eye to spot dancers who are dynamic, talented and possess that elusive X-factor. These judges, who have been drawn from the top echelons of South African dance and choreography circles, are Adele Blank, Harold van Buuren, Didi Moses, Debbie Rakusin and David Matamela.

Don't forget to catch the show when it airs, every Saturday evening on SABC1 at 18:30. You are certainly going to be entertained!