<P> Primarily set in Pittsburgh , Pennsylvania and later in Los Angeles , California , the show originally followed the Abby Lee Dance Company 's Junior Elite Competition Team of mostly preteen girls as they traveled week - to - week to various dance competitions , winning awards and preparing for Nationals , while at the same time being prepared by Abby Lee Miller to be `` professional , employable working dancers . '' The series depicted the doting mothers as rivals of each other on behalf of their own daughters , often arguing with Miller and each other , and sometimes closing ranks against rival teams . Dance performances were creatively conceptualized by Miller and her dance instructors , with input from the show 's producers , while choreography was done by Miller , her staff , and occasionally a guest choreographer . Various rival dance teams spurred the team 's competitiveness . The show 's success was often credited to the drama and conflict among Miller and the moms , along with the weekly dances and the close relationships among the girls as viewers watched them grow up and improve their skills . </P>
<P> Primarily set in Pittsburgh , Pennsylvania and later in Los Angeles , California , the show originally followed the Abby Lee Dance Company 's Junior Elite Competition Team of mostly preteen girls as they traveled week - to - week to various dance competitions , winning awards and preparing for Nationals , while at the same time being prepared by Abby Lee Miller to be `` professional , employable working dancers . '' The series depicted the doting mothers as rivals of each other on behalf of their own daughters , often arguing with Miller and each other , and sometimes closing ranks against rival teams . Dance performances were creatively conceptualized by Miller and her dance instructors , with input from the show 's producers , while choreography was done by Miller , her staff , and occasionally a guest choreographer . Various rival dance teams spurred the team 's competitiveness . The show 's success was often credited to the drama and conflict among Miller and the moms , along with the weekly dances and the close relationships among the girls as viewers watched them grow up and improve their skills . </P>
where was the original abby lee dance company located
where was the original abby lee dance company located
Pittsburgh , Pennsylvania
Pittsburgh , Pennsylvania