Medvedev's dance parody censored

14 September 2011 Last updated at 13:57 GMT By Steve Rosenberg BBC News, Moscow Mr Medvedev's dance skills were captured on a mobile phone and posted online

The Kremlin says it does not understand why Russia's state TV has censored a comedy sketch making fun of President Dmitry Medvedev's dance skills.

Mr Medvedev's press secretary says the president has no problem with people impersonating him.

Russia's Channel One has not commented on why the video was edited out.

The clip re-enacted Mr Medvedev's slightly robotic movements on a dance floor, which were earlier captured on a mobile phone and posted online.

'Strictly Come Kremlin'

To the strains of pop song American boy, Mr Medvedev boogied in his blue suit and white shirt at a university reunion.

The video later became the disco dance sensation of the year.

So it seemed natural that sooner or later Russia's top satirical game show would turn its attention to this Strictly Come Kremlin.

On the show, which is pre-recorded, one team of comedians re-enacted the famous Medvedev moves - and won first prize.

But when the programme was broadcast on Channel One, their performance had been edited out.

It does seem that - when it comes to making fun of their country's leaders - Russian TV executives are quick to lose their sense of humour.

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Marko Germar – Top 6 Performance on ‘So You Think You Can Dance’ (Video)

Fil-Am Marko Germar danced the Paso Doble with Janette Manrara during the Top 6 performance night of “So You Think You Can Dance.”

The routine was choreographed by previous SYTYCD contestant, Dmitry Chaplin with music by Zorongo.

Here are the judges’ critiques:

Lil C said “It was a pleasure for me to watch you. It’s all about the crotch.”

Christina Applegate said “I am a huge fan of yours. You are a beautiful dancer.”

Mary Murphy said “I am so ready to dance with you Marko. This dance is so passionate.”

Nigel Lythgoe said “It left me a little cold tonight.”

Watch the video here:

If you are in the US, you can vote for Marko online at http://www.fox.com/dance/vote/geo

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Tadd Gadduang – Top 6 Performance on ‘So You Think You Can Dance’ (Video)

Fil-Am Tadd Gadduang danced Jazz with Ellenore Scott during the Top 6 performance night of “So You Think You Can Dance.”

The Jazz routine was choreographed by Sonya Tayeh with music from The Gulag Orkestrar.

Here are the judges’ critiques:

Lil C said “Big ups to Sonya for another one.”

Christina Applegate said “First I want to say, get a room. It was remarkable. I just love you so much.”

Mary Murphy said “I think your ability is extraordinary. You’re still growing.”

Nigel Lythgoe said “It was! I’d like to have seen a little bit more dancing. It needed to develop more.”

Watch the video here:

If you are in the US, you can vote for Tadd online at http://www.fox.com/dance/vote/geo

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Marko Germar – Top 6 Performance on ‘So You Think You Can Dance’ (Video)

Fil-Am Marko Germar danced the Paso Doble with Janette Manrara during the Top 6 performance night of “So You Think You Can Dance.”

The routine was choreographed by previous SYTYCD contestant, Dmitry Chaplin with music by Zorongo.

Here are the judges’ critiques:

Lil C said “It was a pleasure for me to watch you. It’s all about the crotch.”

Christina Applegate said “I am a huge fan of yours. You are a beautiful dancer.”

Mary Murphy said “I am so ready to dance with you Marko. This dance is so passionate.”

Nigel Lythgoe said “It left me a little cold tonight.”

Watch the video here:

If you are in the US, you can vote for Marko online at http://www.fox.com/dance/vote/geo

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Tadd Gadduang – Top 6 Performance on ‘So You Think You Can Dance’ (Video)

Fil-Am Tadd Gadduang danced Jazz with Ellenore Scott during the Top 6 performance night of “So You Think You Can Dance.”

The Jazz routine was choreographed by Sonya Tayeh with music from The Gulag Orkestrar.

Here are the judges’ critiques:

Lil C said “Big ups to Sonya for another one.”

Christina Applegate said “First I want to say, get a room. It was remarkable. I just love you so much.”

Mary Murphy said “I think your ability is extraordinary. You’re still growing.”

Nigel Lythgoe said “It was! I’d like to have seen a little bit more dancing. It needed to develop more.”

Watch the video here:

If you are in the US, you can vote for Tadd online at http://www.fox.com/dance/vote/geo

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2 Fil-Ams Tadd Gadduang and Marko Germar in Top 8 of ‘So You Think You Can Dance’

Two Filipino-Americans have made it to the top 8 of America’s top-rated dance show “So You Think You Can Dance.”

Dubbed as the best rival in the competition, contemporary dancer Marko Germar from Utah and Hip-hop dancer Tadd Gadduang from Guam are still competing for the top 4 spots to vie for the title “America’s Best Dancer” at the show’s finale on August 11.

If ever they both make it to the final 4, they will be the only guys remaining vying against each other for the title and the $250,000 cash prize. Both said they are good friends in real life however, and assured the result of the competition will never affect their friendship.

Gadduang, who’s been wearing the Philippine flag t-shirt for two episodes now, said he plans to give back to his fellow Filipinos if he wins the competition.

Early favorite Germar, on the other hand, said he is grateful of the support given to him by the Filipino community.

During the Top 10 results show, Germar was safe but Gadduang danced for his life in the bottom 4. Fortunately, he’s not eliminated.

Watch the performances of Marko and Tadd from the latest episode of “So You Think You Can Dance” here:

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