Strictly Come Dancing Stars Express Gratitude for Advancing to Blackpool Special Episode
Stars from the beloved BBC One show, Strictly Come Dancing, have shared their excitement and gratitude as they prepare for the annual Blackpool special. This weekend, contestants will perform at the renowned Tower Ballroom, a highlight of the dancing competition.
Blackpool Special Details
Strictly Come Dancing typically films at Elstree Studios in Hertfordshire. However, each year, it moves to Blackpool for one week. This special edition is known for showcasing the iconic venue and its rich history of ballroom dancing.
Contestants and Performances
For this week, the competition has narrowed down to six couples. Unfortunately, drag performer La Voix will miss the show due to a medical injury.
- Alex Kingston and Johannes Radebe will perform their couple’s choice routine to “History Repeating” and “Look At Me”.
- George Clarke and Alexis Warr will tackle the salsa to “Rock This Party (Everybody Dance Now)”.
- Lewis Cope and Katya Jones are set to dance the Charleston to “I Bet You Look Good On The Dancefloor”.
- Amber Davies and Nikita Kuzmin will present a quickstep to “Reach”.
- Karen Carney and Carlos Gu will perform a paso doble to “O Fortuna”.
- Balvinder Sopal and Julian Caillon will dance the Argentine tango to “The Logical Song”.
Special Performances
The Sunday show will feature a memorable routine from former contestants, including:
- Ashley Roberts
- Danny Mac
- Jay McGuiness
- Layton Williams
The performance will display various dance styles, with music from different seasons of the show. Notably, Lewis Capaldi will also take the stage alongside the professional dancers.
Contestants’ Reflections
Balvinder Sopal, excited for the event, expressed her joy in an Instagram post, describing her experience in Blackpool as feeling like a jackpot. She highlighted the pleasant weather and her thrilling experiences in the town.
Amber Davies also shared her feelings, stating, “Blackpool rehearsals complete! I can’t believe I’m having the Strictly Blackpool experience!” Both contestants conveyed their gratitude for the support from fans and encouraged them to continue voting.
La Voix’s Announcement
La Voix expressed disappointment about missing the Blackpool special due to a “bone bruise” but remains hopeful to return next week. The enthusiasm remains high as the competition eagerly anticipates the weekend’s performances.
Broadcast Schedule
The Strictly Come Dancing Blackpool Special will air at 6:45 PM on Saturday, followed by the results show at 7:15 PM on Sunday, exclusively on BBC One.
