Dancing With the Stars: The Next Pro Eyes California
The production team is seeking a state tax credit to relocate filming to Los Angeles for its second season.
Updated on Oct. 30, 2026 in Dance
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The production behind Dancing With the Stars: The Next Pro has filed for a California tax credit to support a potential second season. The show currently plans to move its operations from Australia to Los Angeles if the financial application is successful.
Why it matters
A second season of the series remains contingent on the outcome of the tax credit approval process. Obtaining this credit is a vital step for the production team to finalize the budget necessary to transition filming to Southern California.
The production is currently undergoing a Phase 2 tax credit application process with the state of California. Final notification regarding the approval status is expected on November 16, 2026.
The players
Dancing With the Stars: The Next Pro
This television production is a spin-off from the long-running dance competition franchise.
The details
Production leaders are looking to shift the show's base from its previous Australian location to Los Angeles. Should the move proceed, plans include the addition of a new professional dancer to the cast for Dancing With the Stars season 36.
Timeline
November 16, 2026: Expected date for tax credit application notification.
Industry Dynamics
The production is seeking funds under the California Film and Television Tax Credit Program to facilitate its move, mirroring how other series secure state incentives to lower local production costs. This strategy reflects a broader trend of studios leveraging regional subsidies to optimize budgets in the competitive global television landscape.
A successful move to Los Angeles would shift production logistics for the series ahead of its second season. Fans should look for announcements regarding the season 36 cast following the finalization of the show's production budget.
The takeaway
Securing state tax credits is a common hurdle for production teams looking to anchor series in major media hubs. Shows often rely on these financial tools to balance the costs of international versus domestic filming locations.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Cosmopolitan.
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