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Mobile's own Prancing Elites will return for a second season of "The Prancing Elites Project" on Jan. 19. (Courtesy Oxygen)
"The Prancing Elites Project" will return for its sophomore season, with an expanded, one-hour format, on Tuesday, Jan. 19, at 7 p.m. on Oxygen, the network announced Monday.
The docu-series features all five original members of The Prancing Elites, an African-American, gay and gender non-conforming dance team from Mobile - Adrian Clemons, Kentrell Collins, Kareem Davis, Jerel Maddox and Tim Smith.
"The Prancing Elites Project" was the network's highest-rated new series of 2015 among all key demos, and resonated with Oxygen's young, female viewers, delivering a median age of 34, according to a news release.
"The Prancing Elites continue to be such a unique, inspirational group of friends connected by their passion for dance whose journey paves the way for honest and authentic self-defining emotions that connect with our young audience," said Rod Aissa, executive vice president of original programming and development for Oxygen Media. "This season, the team delves deeper into their personal lives as they struggle to find the heart and determination to come together and be their hilarious, genuine selves while reaching greater success in the dancing world."
Oxygen's announcement included the following tidbits about each of the Elites in the second season:
Kareem: "Following his HIV revelation, Kareem is happy, healthy, and trying to move forward with his new boyfriend, who happens to be a member of The Prancing Elites' biggest competitor."
Kentrell: "While Kentrell questions Kareem's loyalty, he continues to pursue the idea of fatherhood and whether he is ready to make his dream a reality."
Jerel: "On the side, Jerel works to expand his makeup artistry business, trying to gain additional exposure through comedic online videos."
Tim: "Tim further comes to terms with her sexuality and how she defines herself. As she gains confidence with who she is, Adrian helps her find the courage to confront her family about acceptance."
Adrian: "Continuing to spread this message, Adrian takes outside choreography opportunities, working one-on-one with an all-female dance troupe struggling with body image issues."
As each Elite dedicates less time to the team, the group continues to receive invitations to perform. As captain, Kentrell realizes their biggest competitor could be themselves. Tune in to find out if The Prancing Elites can stay focused and on track so that they can find success in the spotlight once again.
On Thanksgiving Day, beginning at 8 a.m., Oxygen will air a "Friendsgiving" stunt with all five cast members from "The Prancing Elites Project." Programming includes a full first-season marathon, Thanksgiving traditions with The Elites and a sophomore season sneak peek.
For more on "The Prancing Elites Project," fans can visit the official show site for videos, dance footage, GIFs, photos, interactive polls, interviews and bios. Viewers can also create and share memes after each episode. Also be sure to "like" the team's Facebook page, and to follow them on Instagram and Twitter at #PrancingElites.