The premise was simple: 11 “celebrities” - members of other clubs and societies, with little or no dance experience - were coached by members of the Dance Club over the course of several months, to perform a routine as a duo on the night. The celebrities who volunteered this year were from far and wide - from members of gymnastics to creative writing, but they all rose to the challenge to put on a fantastic show. Each show was assessed by a panel of judges consisting of Dance Club alumni, Sabbatical Officers, and the Dance Club President, who all had nothing but praise for the dancers up on stage, a testament to the dancers’ versatility.
Each performance was a spectacle, each one meticulously coordinated from the outfits to the moves. The range of dance styles meant the next show was always unpredictable and exciting - with everything from lyrical dance to a musical theatre routine being performed. The energy on the stage was infectious as every single couple gave it their all. This paired with the love from the crowd full of friends and family - there was rarely a second without a cheer - made for an incredible and supportive atmosphere.
The celebrities who volunteered this year were from far and wide but they all rose to the challenge to put on a fantastic show.
After all 11 couples had taken the stage, it was up to the audience to determine the winners. They had half an hour to vote for their favourite routine, with votes priced at 50p and all proceeds going to FACT Cancer Support. The winners were announced by host Maxime Levasseur, with three medals up for grabs: bronze, silver, and gold.
After a whole lot of drum rolling, third place was given to couple Aimee and Seb’s street routine, a hip and fast-paced performance soundtracked by Afrobeats. Christina and Tom’s swing-inspired routine grabbed the silver medal, for its impressive stunts and synchronisation. To much commotion, the winners were then announced as Gabrielle and Tom, for their jazz/commercial dance to A Little Party. The night was a great success, and couples and club members then went on to celebrate the best way they know how - by taking their moves to town!
