While ‘Strictly Come Dancing’ 2023 is still ongoing, the first celebs have been announced for the 2024 ‘Strictly Come Dancing’ Live UK Tour.
Former ‘Coronation Street’ actress Ellie Leach; legendary award-winning broadcaster Angela Rippon; and ‘Bad Education’ and ‘Everybody’s Talking About Jamie’ actor and singer Layton Williams are the first three celebs to be announced.
They will be joined by Strictly legends Shirley Ballas, Anton Du Beke, and Craig Revel Horwood who are returning to their judging seats and tour host, ‘It Takes Two’s Janette Manrara. Further casting announcements will be made soon.
Speaking about the upcoming tour, Ellie said: “I said before that appearing on ‘Strictly’ was a dream come true and now, I will get to be on the tour as well! I can’t wait for January to experience it all over again – it’s going to be a blast!”.
Angela Rippon said: “Having really challenged myself on the TV show over the last seven weeks, it’s going to be wonderful to continue the Strictly magic on the tour next year. From hosting ‘Come Dancing’ to performing for over 10,000 people at The O2 – I really will have completed the ultimate ‘Strictly’ journey!”
Layton Williams said: “The ‘Strictly’ tour means more sequins – lots and lots of sequins! I couldn’t think of a better way to end this fab experience. I can’t wait to dance in arenas across the country and meet all the fans that have supported my journey.”
The 2024 tour opens at Birmingham’s Utilita Arena on 19th January, then the glitz, the glamour and the sequins – together with the all-important celebrity contestants and their professional dancer partners – will travel to some of the UK’s biggest entertainment venues leaving a trail of glitter in their wake: Utilita Arena Sheffield, Utilita Arena Newcastle, OVO Hydro Glasgow, M&S Bank Arena Liverpool, First Direct Arena Leeds, AO Arena Manchester, Motorpoint Arena Nottingham and finally The O2 in London, culminating on 11th February.
For more information and to book tickets, visit: www.strictlycomedancinglive.com.
