Ashley - 29, Teacher, Fairfax, VA.

Recycled Percussion is the first act to go on stage in the semifinals. They use the backdrop of a body shop and different props in their performance, and the audience goes wild. Piers likes how the guys are creative and inventive; Sharon agrees with Piers. David is sure these guys will end up in the finals.

The second act to hit the stage in the semifinals is Lawrence Beamen. He performs Alicia Keys' "Fallin'" and receives a standing ovation when he's finished. Sharon loves Lawrence's voice, but thinks his singing was a little all over the place, David thinks Lawrence chose a great song, and Piers admits he wasn't a big fan of the performance.

The pint-size dancing act of Erik and Rickie dance to Michael Jackson's Black and White. Piers shows he's not a fan by pushing his "X" button. David thinks the act is great and says the kids are ready for Vegas, Piers thought it was a bad song choice for the kids to dance to, and Sharon found no faults in the performance.

Pianist Jeffrey Ou plays the piano and controls the strobe lights with every key he hits. Piers loses patience and pushes his "X" button. Piers thought the entire performance was out of control, much like his hair, Sharon thinks the piano-playing as a bit out there, and David agrees with Sharon.

Hairo Torres is the next act to perform and sets the scene to a high school dance as he performs his own unique dance moves. The audience cheers on the performance and gives Hairo a standing ovation. Sharon enjoys Hairo's new dance steps, David calls Hairo's entire performance entertaining, and Piers agrees with David's comments.

The EriAm Sisters take the stage to sing a ballad to the audience. Piers thought the girls were a bit shaky in the beginning, but they later showed their confidence on stage, Sharon agrees with Piers' comments and thinks the girls need to work on their arrangement, and David thinks the girls finished strong in their performance.

Husband-and-wife team Mario and Jenny take their unusual performance act to the stage with sparks and Marilyn Manson music. Mario even tap dances as his wife dances. Piers, once again, has to push his "X" button. He tells the duo that they blew the entire performance, Sharon disagrees with Piers and thinks they are ready for Vegas, and David agrees with Sharon and thinks the husband and wife are entertaining.

Singer Drew Stevyns takes to the stage with his guitar to perform for the judges and audience. The audience loves Drew's ability to take a slow song and turn it into rock and roll. Sharon likes that Drew made the song his own but didn't enjoy the song choice, David admired Drew taking a risk, and Piers thinks Drew's gamble paid off.

FootworKINGz take to the stage for more of their high-intensity dancing that the audience loves, this time set to the Power Rangers. Piers continues his reign and pushes his "X" button and Sharon quickly follows suit. David wants to see more dancing from the guys, Piers thinks they committed career suicide, and Sharon thinks the guys don't know how to get creative with their dancing.

Barbara Padilla closes the show with her opera singing performance. Piers says Barbara's performance left him speechless; he tells her that she was made to be a superstar, which brings tears to Barbara's eyes. Sharon loves how Barbara goes beyond in her performance and she bows down to Barbara, and David calls Barbara's performed blessed.

The show closes with Kevin Skinner singing "Always On My Mind" for the judges and audience. Kevin's performance ends with a standing ovation from the audience and Piers. Piers believes Kevin has an ability to move the audience and wants Kevin to win it all, Sharon thinks Kevin nailed the song, and David thinks Kevin deserves to win it all.

The first act to perform for the audience and judges are the Bollywood-like dance act, Ishaara. The audience cheers the group on and they finish with a wild applause. Piers says Ishaara is a wonderful way to start the show and he loves the energy, Sharon loves how the act is so different from other dance acts and David thinks they are the best dance act in the competition.

Opera singer Barbara Padilla takes the stage and recreates the magic she accomplished at her audition, and receives a standing ovation from the audience and all three judges. Sharon says Barbara's performance was perfect, David says Barbara is a star, and Piers says Barbara's raised the bar so high, she's unbeatable.

Pam Martin and her top dogs take center stage and perform for the show. David thinks Pam and her Top Dogs have a spot in Las Vegas waiting for her, Piers thinks the performance was flawless, Sharon agrees with Piers' comments.

The dance troupe known as the African High Flyers perform their dance moves with high-flying stunts and fire. Piers pushes his "X" button during their performance. Piers doesn't think they have enough variety to sustain a long performance, Sharon misses the different elements in their performance, and David loves their dance act.

Mia Boostrom joins her piano on stage along with some dancers and back-up singers. Sharon loves that Mia took such a difficult song and sang it perfectly, David thinks Mia has come so far in the competition, and Piers doesn't really think Mia has what it takes to win it all.

Pint-size performers Erik and Rickie re-create traditional dancing while dressed in costumes reminiscent of old Spain. David thinks the kids are a great inspiration for young kids, Piers thinks Erik and Rickie are the most charming act he's seen, and Sharon encourages people to vote for them.

Coney Island Chris takes the stage for some more hijinks in magic. This time, the judges are not amused and each push their "X" buttons. Piers didn't find the act funny at all, Sharon didn't find the act entertaining, and David was disappointed in the entire act.

The tap dancing and guitar playing duo known as Matt and Anthony take the stage and play upbeat Motown songs. Piers isn't a fan and pushes his "X" button. Sharon thinks the act is talented, just not together and David likes the combination.

The wildcard act known as The Lollipop girls are stoked to be back in the semifinals. The dance troupe hopes they can impress the judges this time around. They also bring more sex appeal into their burlesque dance act. David thinks they are terrific, Piers says they have an act he could keep watching and Sharon says their act is very fun.

Singer Drew Stevyns plays the guitar and sings "How to Save a Life" for the judges and audience. Piers enjoys Drew's desire in the performance and respects him, Sharon loves the song choice and presentation, and David believes in Drew all the way.

The group known as Recycled Percussion hope to prove to the judges they are more than just a band that plays drums on buckets. They do just that and David even gives them a standing ovation. Sharon loves how the guys took her advice and loves their energy, David thinks they did a great job and can't control his excitement and Piers agrees with everything Sharon said.

The sister singing trio known as the EriAm sisters take the stage, this time with back-up dancers as they sing "Crazy in Love." David can't believe how talented they are for their ages, Piers likes their dancing and thinks they have their voices to back up the dancing, and Sharon agrees with the guys.

Chicago's FootworKINGz kick off the show with a theatrical entrance and then show off their dance skills. The audience loves the performance, as the guys continue to take it up a notch. Piers thinks they are the most improved act he's ever seen, Sharon thinks the guys are brilliant, and David thinks the guys are off the charts.

Marcus Terrell takes the stage without his Serenades, but three different back-up singers. Sharon thinks Marcus is just fabulous and his new back-up singers are extra special, David loves the new back-up girls and thinks Marcus is worthy of Vegas, and Piers thinks Marcus handles the pressure brilliantly.

The pint-size dancers known as Pixie Mystere hit the stage determined to prove to the judges that even though they are young, they are still worthy of winning it all. After their performance, David thinks the girls brought their A-game, Piers says their performance is fun and Sharon thinks they are brilliant.

Magician Jay Mattioli does his magic while showing off some very fun dance moves at the same time. Unfortunately, Sharon and Piers buzz their "X" buttons on Jay during his act. Piers says nothing about Jay's act is surprising, Sharon agrees with Piers, and David likes Jay's attitude and thinks he can improve.

17-year-old Bri sings "Poker Face" on the piano and adds a fun twist on the song with back-up dancers. Sharon thinks that Bri owned the song and loves that she sticks to her individuality, David thinks the entire performance was terrific, and Piers is very excited to say that Bri was the total package.

U4RIA Dance Crew is determined to prove to the judges that they deserve the wildcard position in the competition. David loves the entire performance because it was so different, Piers says they are the first wildcard act that he would like to see come back, and Sharon loves the routine but says they still need to work on their dancing.

Dave Johnson knows that an opportunity to do fun songs on stage in front of millions doesn't come around that often. This time, instead of a tribute to The Hoff, David chooses the "Golden Girls." All three judges push their "X" buttons. Piers tells David he couldn't pull it all together, Sharon thinks David's performance wasn't her thing and it was a good try and David agrees.

Hairo Torres takes his dancing routine up a notch with back-up dancers and props. The audience loves it. Sharon thinks Hario's got great moves but is unsure he can sustain an audience, David thinks Hairo's great and entertaining, and Piers agrees with David.

The trio rock band known as G-Force takes the stage to sing for the judges. Piers pushes his "X" button on the tween-aged rock group. David thinks the girls are a little off in their vocals but he still considers them a favorite, Piers thinks the music was great but the vocals were not good, and Sharon thinks their first performance was better.

Jeffrey Ou comes out playing a beautiful ballad on the piano, but breaks into an Elton John classic with back-up dancers accompanying him. David feels Jeffrey doesn't need the back-up dancers and couldn't hear the piano due to technical issues, Piers likes that Jeffrey took a risk, and Sharon prefers Jeffrey doing classical songs.

The husband and wife team of Mario and Jenny take their risky act up a notch with fire and more balancing. Sharon adores the act and thinks the performance belongs in Las Vegas, David loves that they always step up their game, and Piers wishes them all the luck.

Lawrence Beamen is the last act to perform and sings a slow ballad for the audience and they love it. He even gets a standing ovation from Piers. Sharon calls Lawrence smooth like velvet, David thinks Lawrence has a chance to take it all, and Piers thinks that Lawrence was the best of the night and calls him the new Barry White.