Fresh off his triumphant run at the Paris Olympics, Stephen Nedoroscik took on a different kind of stage—one that required rhythm over routines. The Olympic gymnast made waves on Dancing with the Stars, delivering electrifying performances with his partner, Rylee Arnold. Though he didn’t claim the coveted Mirrorball Trophy, his impact was undeniable. His freestyle finale, set to Coldplay’s Viva La Vida, became an instant classic, seamlessly blending gymnastics with dance.

Fans couldn’t get enough, and to make themt happy, the DWTS Live tour had to be extended. However, just when things were looking up, an unfortunate turn of events left fans disappointed yet again! For the second time in recent weeks, the DWTS tour has been forced to cancel a show due to unforeseen circumstances. Moreover, this isn’t the first time that such upsetting news has reached the fans.

‘Deja vu!’ as Stephen Nedoroscik’s DWTS tour faces setback yet again

This time, a winter storm warning and a state of emergency declaration in Milwaukee County have led to the postponement of tonight’s show at the Miller High Life Theatre. The official statement from DWTS stated, “Due to Milwaukee County declaring a state of emergency and a winter storm warning, tonight’s show at Miller High Life Theatre has been postponed. New information about this show will be provided to the ticket purchasers via the official ticket provider and venue channels once it is available. Sending our best wishes and stay safe.” Nedoroscik too reposted the saddening news on his Instagram stories.

This abrupt change follows a similar setback in early January when a water crisis in Richmond, Virginia, led to another show cancellation. At that time, a failure at the city’s water treatment plant left thousands without running water, forcing the DWTS team to prioritize safety over the show. The official statement read, “The issues related to the city of Richmond’s water supply are not yet resolved, and we cannot safely have our show tonight at the Altria Theater.”

Stephen Nedoroscik, now a co-host for the upcoming DWTS season, had personally reshared that update on his Instagram story, acknowledging the disappointment of the fans. Now, with another show getting postponed, the frustration among ticket holders is palpable. For Nedoroscik, this tour has been a journey of firsts—from transitioning from a competitor to a co-host to experiencing the highs and lows of live performances. With the tour’s extension announced earlier this month, the anticipation among fans had reached new heights, leaving many wondering what’s next. 

Fans seem crestfallen following the postponement of the gala event 

Fans and netizens upon hearing the news of the cancellation and postponement of the show of February 12 at Milwaukee have been expressing their disappointment. However, one fan amid the discussion surrounding the show of Milwaukee expressed their concern regarding the next show which they might be planning to attend. Their comment read, “Please don’t cancel Saturdays shows 😭”

Another netizen hinting at how several shows of the DWTS Live tour are getting canceled, one fan commented, “Dang this tour is doomed. I feel sad about it for the cast & everyone who bought tickets.” Their words reflected the growing frustration over multiple disruptions to the Dancing with the Stars Live tour. The fan also expresses sympathy for both the cast, including Stephen Nedoroscik, and ticket holders who were eagerly anticipating the performances but are now facing uncertainty.

After a water crisis in Richmond led to a canceled show in January, the Milwaukee stop has now been postponed due to a winter storm. With these back-to-back setbacks, some are beginning to feel the tour is “doomed.” While another user termed this occurrence to be a ‘curse’. “This has to be a curse,” read the comment from a fan. Echoing the same emotion one commenter added, “This is tragic.”

Another fan’s comment reflects disappointment over the postponed DWTS Live show in Milwaukee due to a winter storm and state of emergency. With Stephen Nedoroscik among the stars of the tour, fans were eagerly anticipating the performance. This marks the second time in recent weeks that a show has been disrupted, following the Richmond cancellation due to a water crisis. The comment from the concerned Instagram user read, “😢😢😢😢😢😢 let us know the new date soon .. so sad,” highlighting the anticipation surrounding the extended tour and the frustration of those who were looking forward to seeing their favorite dancers live. 

As ticket holders await updates, one thing is certain—whenever Stephen Nedoroscik takes the stage again, he will bring the same energy, passion, and charm that have made him a fan favorite both in the world of gymnastics and on the dance floor.