Strictly stars announce shows at Blackpool Grand Theatre

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Blackpool's Grand Theatre has announced that three Strictly stars will take to the stage in spring 2027.

Actor and dancer Layton Williams will kick off the trio of performances with Layton Live on Saturday, March 20.

This will be followed by Johannes Radebe’s Finally Home on Wednesday and Thursday, April 7 and 8, and Giovanni Pernice’s Unstoppable on Saturday, May 8.

Giovanni Pernice (Image: Supplied)

Each show promises to deliver a unique blend of storytelling, dance, and entertainment, offering fans an up-close look at the personal journeys behind the glitter and glamour of the ballroom.

Layton Williams, an Olivier Award winner and Tony Award nominee, will take audiences on a high-energy journey through his life and career.

From his childhood role in Billy Elliot to his work on the West End, television, and Broadway, Layton Live promises to be an evening of powerhouse vocals, spectacular choreography, and behind-the-scenes stories.

Fans will remember his standout performance during the 2023 Strictly Blackpool special, where he and Nikita Kuzmin topped the leaderboard with 39 points.

Next on the Grand Theatre stage is Johannes Radebe with his show Finally Home.

Fresh from becoming a British citizen and making his West End debut, the show explores the meaning of home through the lens of his life and career.

The production blends ballroom standards, South African rhythms, and pop anthems, promising dazzling choreography, show-stopping vocals, and vibrant costumes.

A celebration of self-discovery and belonging, it captures the infectious warmth that has made "JoJo" a favourite with audiences.

Johannes Radebe (Image: Supplied)

The final show in the line-up is Giovanni Pernice’s Unstoppable, which will take to the stage on May 8.

In Unstoppable, he is joined by a company of world-class dancers and West End performers for a theatrical experience.

Though all three performers share a connection to the Strictly ballroom, each show offers a distinctly personal narrative.

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