Dance Moms fans will have the opportunity to catch up with some of their favorite stars from the show in a two-hour reunion special airing on Lifetime. The special will feature alums Chloe Lukasiak, Brooke Hyland, Paige Hyland, Kendall Vertes, Kalani Hilliker, and JoJo Siwa, along with their mothers, as they revisit memorable moments from the dramatic series. However, notable absences from the lineup include original cast members Nia Sioux, Maddie Ziegler, and Mackenzie Ziegler. Melissa Gisoni, the mother of the Ziegler siblings, explained that their decision not to participate was related to concerns about mental health. Multiple girls reportedly did not want Abby Lee Miller, their former instructor, at the reunion, and she was not invited to participate.
The reunion special is scheduled to premiere on May 1 at 8 p.m. ET/7 p.m. CT on Lifetime, but viewers without cable can still tune in through various streaming platforms. The entire eight seasons of Dance Moms are currently available for streaming on Disney Plus and Hulu, as well as on-demand through services like Tubi and Amazon Freevee. Those interested in watching the reunion live can sign up for a live TV streaming service that includes Lifetime in its channel lineup. Budget-friendly options such as Philo, Sling, and Frndly are mentioned, while higher-tier services like Hulu Plus Live TV and YouTube TV are also recommended for those looking for more comprehensive streaming options.
Frndly TV offers HD streaming plans starting at $10 per month, with fewer live channels but options like Lifetime and Hallmark included. A seven-day free trial is available for new subscribers. Philo is another service that could meet live TV needs, with a mix of channels at a $25 per month subscription cost and a seven-day free trial option. Hulu Plus Live TV is a popular choice, priced at $77 per month and includes a mix of live streaming and on-demand content, along with the ad-supported version of the Disney bundle (Hulu, Disney Plus, ESPN Plus). Upgrading to ad-free versions of Hulu and Disney Plus would increase the monthly cost to $90.
