The Vibe is first dance act selected by Paula Abdul and 'Live To Dance' experts to advance to finals

Last night on the first live semi-final episode of "Live To Dance," The Vibe was the first dance act selected by Paula Abdul and the other experts, Travis Payne and Kimberly Wyatt, to advance to the final round of the new reality-competition show. The winner of America's vote for the second spot in the finals will be revealed during the next live semi-final episode of "Live To Dance," Wednesday, Jan. 19 (8 p.m., ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network.

During Wednesday's episode, six dance acts competed against each other live in the first semi-final episode with two acts advancing — The Vibe, who was chosen by the experts, and a second act chosen by America, whose name will be revealed during next week's show. After a total of three semi-final episodes, the six dance acts that have advanced will compete against one another in one final round. Following the final performances, America will vote for the winner of "Live To Dance," which will be announced live during the season finale, on Wednesday, Feb. 9 (8 p.m., ET/PT).

"Live To Dance" is based on a format created by Princess Productions and Shine TV and is produced by Reveille. Elisabeth Murdoch, Howard T. Owens, Abdul, James Sunderland, Anthony Dominici and Robin Ashbrook are executive producers.