As someone who saw both 30 and 31’s shows once (I come from out of state), I’ll say that both shows felt incredibly similar. I know the soundtracks were different but it felt like the whole thing followed the same beats and story, even if some tricks changed. I never saw any shows before HNF, but it seems the 28 and 29 dance shows at least had new aesthetics and premises. I guess that’s what I want to see- I absolutely think HNF is a thrill, it’s an incredibly fun, electric show that fires on all cylinders in most ways, but some variety in the aesthetic and visuals would be nice.
That being said, I’m sure I will sit down and watch it and love it for the third year in a row, and I’m sure many will do the same, regardless of what the show looks like or is about.