SYTYCD -- DOWN TO THE FINAL FOUR!

With a $250,000 prize on the line, as well the coveted title of America’s favorite dancer and placement on the cover of Dance Spirit magazine, all four So You Think You Can Dance finalists are likely feeling high hopes and at least a mild case of nervous butterflies.

From the dance competition’s try-outs that attracted thousands of young hopefuls, the field has been narrowed to four of perhaps the most exciting and talented young dancers in the nation – men Evan Kasprzak and Brandon Bryant and ladies Jeanine Mason and Kayla Radomski.

Evan, eldest of the finalists at 21-years-old and famous for his “boy-next-door” likeability, contagious large smile and Fred Astaire/Gene Kelly style of dancing, hails from West Bloomfield Michigan. Brandon, 19, is a contemporary dance powerhouse, is from Salt Lake City, Utah.

Both girls remaining in the competition are just 18 years old – Jeanine Mason from Pinecrest,, Florida and Kayla Radomski from Aurora, Colorado. Former finalist Melissa Sandvig, eliminated last week, offered her assessment of the two girls: “Kayla is very long and flowing with her movement, and Jeanine is just a little powerhouse and has a crazy personality. So yes, it will be interesting to see who America chooses between them and the boys.”

Judge Nigel Lythgoe has pointed out that this year’s crop of dancers is the strongest in the history of So You Think You Can Dance. In fact, he has opined that as a group, they are so strong that no single star has emerged – and that in the end, the victor might actually become crowned based on likeability or the choreography of the routine danced instead of simply dancing talent.

Evan’s fans have posted encouraging messages— including, “Evan you are ‘FABULOUS’! You make Gene Kelly proud honey!” Also, “I hope Evan goes all the way! He’s proof that you can be a regular guy and dance with all your heart! You’ve got a fan for life, Evan!”

Brandon’s fans have their own opinions: “We love you so much Brandon. You are the greatest.” And “I don’t usually like contemporary, but he impresses me with his solos.”

Jeanine’s supporters offer: “I love her personality and she also has great comedic timing.” And, “Jeanine is sooo awesome!!! … She’s so inspiring right? (yal better agree) LOL”

And from Kayla’s message board: “Kayla that was amazing. Tyce was right, you are a beast, the awe-inspiring kind.” And “The judges realize how great you are and I hope America wakes up and crowns you America’s favorite dancer.”