 In May 2010, Scherzinger and her dance partner Derek Hough won the tenth season of "Dancing with the Stars".In August 2010, Scherzinger portrayed Maureen in the Hollywood Bowl production of the rock musical "Rent", directed by Neil Patrick Harris.Her performance in the musical received praise from critics, Charles McNulty of the "Los Angeles Times" stated that "Scherzinger's powerhouse voice was meant for venues like the Bowl."