strictly come dancing live tour 2023 glasgow

Step into the dazzling world of dance as the Strictly Come Dancing Live Tour sashays its way across the UK in January and February! Get ready for an electrifying spectacle full of glitz, glamour, and pure entertainment as your favourite stars take to the stage to deliver show-stopping performances that will sweep you off your feet.

The Strictly Live Tour brings everything you love about the multi-award-winning TV series to life, captivating hearts of all ages with that special Strictly magic to banish any post-Christmas blues.

The fabulous TV judges Shirley Ballas , Anton Du Beke and Craig Revel Horwood are ready to dazzle with their wit and wisdom, whilst charismatic host Janette Manrara will guide you through this journey of dance and delight, featuring breathtaking choreography and incredible live music from the Strictly Live Tour band and singers.

Be part of the excitement as YOU step inside your favourite show and become the judge – your text votes decide who wins the coveted Glitterball Trophy at every extraordinary Live Tour performance!

So don’t miss your chance to kick off 2024 with feel-good entertainment that will leave you beaming with joy and tapping your toes all the way home!

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Strictly Come Dancing Live announces further celebrities joining the 2023 UK arena tour

Two more celebrities have been announced to join the scintillating line-up for next year’s hotly-anticipated Strictly Come Dancing Live UK Tour: singer, actor and presenter Molly Rainford and wildlife cameraman and Countryfile presenter Hamza Yassin.

They will join previously announced Will Mellor, Ellie Simmonds and Tyler West for 32 sparkle-filled shows kicking off in January.

Molly Rainford said: “I'm absolutely thrilled to be joining the Strictly Live Tour, performing for the huge arena crowds across the UK is going to be an incredible experience. I’m really looking forward to continuing my amazing Strictly journey and getting out on the road to meet all the fans."

Hamza Yassin said: “Strictly has changed my life in ways I never imagined, so to be doing the tour on top of it all is a dream come true! I’ve heard the tour audiences are unparalleled, so I’ll be relishing the atmosphere every night, and I’m so excited to share that experience with my fellow dancers – not to mention the judges.”

The celebrities and professionals will be joined on the road by Strictly TV judges Shirley Ballas, Craig Revel Horwood and Anton Du Beke – who is part of the tour for the first time – with the sensational Janette Manrara as host.

Opening at the Utilita Arena Birmingham on 20 January, the tour will then waltz around the UK to some of the biggest entertainment venues: Nottingham’s Motorpoint Arena, Leeds’ First Direct Arena, the AO Arena Manchester, Sheffield’s Utilita Arena, Newcastle’s Utilita Arena, London’s O2 Arena, the SSE Arena Belfast, before culminating at the OVO Hydro in Glasgow on 12 February.

The Strictly Live Tour showcases all the breathtaking choreography, stunningly sparkly costumes and fantastic live music synonymous with BBC One’s long-running and hugely loved Strictly Come Dancing TV show – which is currently on our screens, with the final due to take place on 17 December.

The 2023 tour will be directed once again by the A-MAZ-ING Strictly TV Judge Craig Revel Horwood. The show will feature many of the celebrities and professional dancers from the current series of the multi-award-winning BBC One show, together with the Strictly Live Band - a great way to celebrate the 20th series of this entertainment phenomenon.

Audiences around the UK can experience everything they love about the TV show live on stage, getting the chance to not only watch the spectacular stars in action as they perform roof-raising routines, but also the power to decide who wins the Gliderball Trophy at the end of each show. The tour judges will provide their invaluable wisdom, advice and scores at each performance, but the audience vote via text for their favourite couple, and it is ultimately their votes which decide who wins!

Each performance of the tour will host a British Sign Language interpreter, who will be displayed on two very large screens either side of the stage so that attendees can book tickets and sit almost anywhere in the arena to enjoy the experience with family and friends.

STRICTLY COME DANCING THE LIVE TOUR 2023

20 – 22 January               Birmingham Utilita Arena                                 

(Friday 20 th at 7.30pm, Saturday 21 st at 2.30pm & 7.30pm, Sunday 22 nd at 1.30pm & 6.30pm)

24-25 January                Nottingham Motorpoint Arena                         

(Tuesday 24 th at 7.30pm, Wednesday at 25 th at 2.30pm & 7.30pm)

26 -27 January                Leeds First Direct Arena                       

(Thursday 26 th at 7.30pm, Friday 27 th at 7.30pm)

28 -29 January                Manchester AO Arena                          

(Saturday 28 th at 2.30pm & 7.30pm, Sunday 29 th at 1.30pm & 6.30pm)

31 January                    Sheffield Utilita Arena                         

(Tuesday 31 st at 2.30pm & 7.30pm )

01-02 February             Newcastle Utilita Arena                                   

(Wednesday 1 st at 7.30pm, Thursday 2 nd at 2.30pm & 7.30pm )

03-05 February             London The O2 Arena  

(Friday 3 rd at 7.30pm, Saturday 4 th at 2.30pm & 7.30pm, Sunday 5 th at 1.30pm & 6.30pm )

07-08 February             Belfast SSE Arena                    

(Tuesday 7 th at 7.30pm, Wednesday 8 th at 2pm & 7.30pm)

10-12 February             Glasgow OVO Hydro                                        

(Friday 10 th at 7.30pm, Saturday 11 th at 2.30pm & 7.30pm, Sunday 12 th at 1.30pm & 6.30pm)

Tickets: £ 35 - £ 95 (bands differ between venues) 

All ticket prices are subject to a booking fee and may be subject to a venue facility fee

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Strictly Come Dancing – Live Show 2023

About this show.

For the first time ever, Anton Du Beke will join fellow TV judges Shirley Ballas and Craig Revel Horwood on the Strictly Live Tour. The tour will also see the welcome return of the sensational Janette Manrara, who will host the 31 supersized sparkle-filled shows foxtrotting around the country.

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Strictly Come Dancing Live tour 2023: dates, celebrities and all you need to know

The Strictly Come Dancing Live tour 2023 promises to be bigger and better than ever before.

The Strictly Come Dancing Live Tour 2023 is coming to a town near you, and this year host Janette Manrara has promised the show will be bigger than ever before. 

As Strictly Come Dancing 2022 comes to a close in December, fans of the show know that the live tour traditionally follows the end of the series and will showcase all the breathtaking choreography, stunning costumes and fantastic live music that we see in BBC One’s long-running show. 

The 2023 tour will be directed once again by the A-MAZ-ING Strictly Come Dancing judge Craig Revel Horwood and will feature many of the celebrities and professional dancers from the current series, together with the Strictly live band.

Audiences around the UK can experience everything they love about the TV show live on stage, getting the chance to not only watch the stars in action as they perform roof-raising routines, but also audiences will once again have the power to decide who wins the Glitterball Trophy at the end of each show. 

Strictly Come Dancing Live tour 2023 dates

Opening at the Utilita Arena Birmingham on Friday, January 20, the live show will then waltz around the UK to some of the biggest entertainment venues including Nottingham’s Motorpoint Arena, Leeds’ First Direct Arena, the AO Arena in Manchester, Sheffield’s Utilita Arena, Newcastle’s Utilita Arena, London’s O2 Arena and the SSE Arena in Belfast, before culminating at the OVO Hydro in Glasgow on Sunday, February 12.

Here is the full list of the 31 sparkle-filled shows coming to a town near you... 

• 20–22 January Birmingham Utilita Arena — Friday 20th at 7.30pm, Saturday 21st at 2.30pm & 7.30pm, Sunday 22nd at 1.30pm & 6.30pm
• 24-25 January Nottingham Motorpoint Arena — Tuesday 24th at 7.30pm, Wednesday at 25th at 2.30pm & 7.30pm
• 26-27 January Leeds First Direct Arena — Thursday 26th at 7.30pm, Friday 27th at 7.30pm
• 28-29 January Manchester AO Arena — Saturday 28th at 2.30pm & 7.30pm, Sunday 29th at 1.30pm & 6.30pm
• 31 January Sheffield Utilita Arena — Tuesday 31st at 2.30pm & 7.30pm
• 01-02 February Newcastle Utilita Arena — Wednesday 1st at 7.30pm, Thursday 2nd at 2.30pm & 7.30pm
• 03-05 February London The O2 Arena — Friday 3rd at 7.30pm, Saturday 4th at 2.30pm & 7.30pm, Sunday 5th at 1.30pm & 6.30pm
• 07-08 February Belfast SSE Arena — Tuesday 7th at 7.30pm, Wednesday 8th at 2pm & 7.30pm
• 10-12 February Glasgow OVO Hydro — Friday 10th at 7.30pm, Saturday 11th at 2.30pm & 7.30pm, Sunday 12th at 1.30pm & 6.30pm

Each performance of the tour will also host a British Sign Language interpreter, who will be displayed on two very large screens either side of the stage so that attendees can book tickets and sit almost anywhere in the arena to enjoy the experience with family and friends.

Strictly Come Dancing Live tour 2023: which celebrities are taking part?

As always the Strictly Come Dancing Live tour 2023 will see some of the biggest names from Strictly Come Dancing 2022 return to the dance floor... and the first three celebrities have already been announced. 

Actor Will Mellor ( Broadchurch , Two Pints of Lager and a Packet of Crisps ) will be taking part, along with Paralympic swimming champion and broadcaster Ellie Simmonds and Kiss FM radio host, TV presenter and DJ Tyler West. 

Speaking about the upcoming tour, Will Mellor said: " Strictly has been one of the most memorable and emotional journeys I’ve ever been on! Stepping out of my comfort zone and being a part of this massive show is something I’ll never forget. I can’t wait to put on my dancing shoes and go around the country to perform on huge stages in front of thousands of people who have watched and supported us. Bring on the tour!!”

Ellie Simmonds added: “ Strictly was such an incredible life-changing and emotional experience for me — it gave me a huge confidence boost and the feeling that anything is possible! So to be able to continue my journey on the tour next year is going to be amazing. I can't wait!"

Tyler West, whose time on the TV series came to an end in the Blackpool special said: “I never realized how much dance would change my life but I can’t express how much I’ve loved it and fully embraced this opportunity to learn to dance with the best dance partner anyone could ask for in Dianne! I am so happy my Strictly journey isn't over quite yet and I can’t wait to relive some of our favorite dances and live like a pop star on tour performing for audiences each night! I am buzzing to get on the road with the gang.”

Also joining the Strictly Come Dancing Live tour 2023 are Molly Rainford and Hamza Yassin.

Wildlife cameraman Hamza, who is currently one of the Strictly favourites to win the show, said of the tour: “ Strictly has changed my life in ways I never imagined, so to be doing the tour on top of it all is a dream come true.

“I’ve heard the tour audiences are unparalleled, so I’ll be relishing the atmosphere every night, and I’m so excited to share that experience with my fellow dancers — not to mention the judges.”

Actress, singer and TV presenter Molly also commented: “I’m absolutely thrilled to be joining the Strictly Live Tour . Performing for the huge arena crowds across the UK is going to be an incredible experience.

“I’m really looking forward to continuing my amazing Strictly journey and getting out on the road to meet all the fans.”

Strictly Come Dancing Live tour 2023: who are the judges?

The celebrities and their professional dancers will be joined on tour by Strictly Come Dancing judges Shirley Ballas, Craig Revel Horwood and Anton Du Beke, who is appearing on the arena tour for the first time.  

Strictly Come Dancing Live tour 2023: who is hosting?

The lovely Janette Manrara will be returning to her hosting duties on the new arena tour. The presenter has become a huge favorite with fans over the years having gone from being a professional dancer on the show for many years before turning her hand to presenting the BBC Two spin-off show, Strictly: It Takes Two . 

How to get tickets for the Strictly Come Dancing Live tour 2023

Tickets range from between £35 and £95 depending on seats and venue, and all ticket prices are subject to a booking fee. 

For more information and to book tickets, visit: www.strictlycomedancinglive.com

Is there a trailer for the Strictly Come Dancing Live tour 2023?

Yes! The trailer sees all the glitz and glamour from Strictly Come Dancing brought to life on the  arena stage. Expect fake tan, glitter and plenty of fancy footwork as your favourite celebrities battle it out for the glitterball trophy... 

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Strictly Come Dancing - The Live Tour

It's time to dust off those scoring paddles and get those dancing shoes ready, because the strictly come dancing live tour is returning to glasgow's ovo hydro in january.

About Strictly Come Dancing - The Live Tour

Strictly legends Shirley Ballas, Anton Du Beke, and Craig Revel Horwood return to take up their judging seats and It Takes Two’s Janette Manrara is back as tour host. The Strictly Live Tour will dazzle audiences in January and February next year at arenas up and down the UK for 30 scintillating shows. The tour will open at Birmingham’s Utilita Arena on 19 January for the first of five spectacular performances. 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 11 February. Directing the Strictly Live Tour is TV Judge Craig Revel Horwood, who will once again be creating a dance extravaganza like no other, featuring a stellar line-up of talent from the current series of the smash hit BBC show, recently named Best Talent Show at the 2023 National Television Awards. And of course, the Strictly Live Tour Band and singers will be wowing arena audiences with their show-stopping tunes and harmonies. Celebrities and professional dancers joining the tour will be announced soon. Strictly Come Dancing returned to BBC One and BBC iPlayer on Saturday 16 September for its 21st series with an all-new exciting celebrity and pro dancer line-up and an array of incredible dance routines. Strictly's Live Tour celebrates all the joy of the TV series, showcasing the amazing choreography and fantastic live music that Strictly is synonymous with – providing audiences of all ages up and down the country the opportunity to experience everything they love about the TV show live on stage in their hometown or city. Not only are the arena audiences treated to the spectacular roof-raising routines, but they are also granted the power to decide who wins the coveted Glitterball Trophy at the end of each show. The tour judges will of course provide their invaluable wisdom, advice and scores at each performance - we couldn’t stop them if we tried - but the ultimate power lies with the audience. A text for their favourite couple is all it takes; their votes will decide who wins! As with the 2023 tour, each performance will host a British Sign Language interpreter, who will be displayed on two very large screens on either side of the stage so that audiences can book tickets and sit almost anywhere in the arena to enjoy the experience with family and friends.

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Whitney - Queen of the Night is a stunning celebration of the music and life of one of the greatest singers of our time, don't miss this amazing show when it returns to the SEC Armadillo, Glasgow!

Jane McDonald

Star of stage and screen and singing sensation Jane McDonald will bring the 'With All My Love' tour to the SEC Armadillo on Wednesday 23rd October!

The Creative Craft Show and Simply Christmas

Two events for the price of one! The Creative Craft Show and Simply Christmas at the SEC Glasgow in October is the ultimate day out for hobbyists and crafters!

The Gin To My Tonic Craft Spirit Show: The Ultimate Gin, Rum & Vodka Festival

The Gin To My Tonic Show, the ultimate Gin, Rum & Vodka Festival with unlimited tasting samples, is returning to the SEC Glasgow between the 25th and 27th of October!

Techno legends Scooter are celebrating their 30th anniversary with the Thirty, Rough and Dirty Tour, which comes to Glasgow's OVO Hydro on Thursday 31st October!

Glass Animals

Human Music Group Sensations Glass Animals have announced their 2024 global Tour Of Earth which will include a night at Glasgow's OVO Hydro on Friday 1st November!

Journey, one of the most popular American rock bands of all time, have announced they'll bring their 50th Anniversary tour to Glasgow's OVO Hydro on Saturday 2nd November!

Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds

Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds have announced they'll bring their first headline tour of the UK and Europe since 2017 to Glasgow's OVO Hydro on Sunday 3rd November!

Deep Purple

Deep Purple, with special guests Reef, will return to Glasgow's OVO Hydro with the 1 More Time tour on Sunday 10th November!

American musical trio Khruangbin have announced a headline show at the OVO Hydro Glasgow on Friday 15th November as part of their A La Sala Tour!

UB40 & Soul II Soul

Birmingham's much-celebrated reggae pop band UB40 extending their 45th anniversary celebration to an arena tour in 2024 with special guests, two-time Grammy Award winners Soul II Soul!

Paddy McGuinness: Nearly There…

One of the country's best-loved and most popular comedians Paddy McGuinness will bring his brand new tour to the SEC Armadillo on Saturday 16th November!

The Corrs have announced they'll bring their Talk On Corners UK & Ireland tour to Glasgow's OVO Hydro on Sunday 17th November featuring special guest Natalie Imbruglia!

Janey Godley - Why Is She Still Here?

Against all odds and filled with heaps of chemo Janey Godley returns this Autumn with her show 'Why Is She Still Here?', don't miss it at the SEC Armadillo on Sunday 17th November!

The Australian Pink Floyd

The critically acclaimed Australian Pink Floyd Show returns to Glasgow's OVO Hydro with a brand new tour celebrating all the greatest hits of Pink Floyd!

IDLES are bringing their 2024 tour 'Love is the Fing' to Glasgow's OVO Hydro on Saturday 23rd November!

Jamie Cullum

Critically-acclaimed musician and songwriter Jamie Cullum has announced a new UK headline tour which will see him play the SEC Armadillo on Sunday 24th November!

Sleep Token

Sleep Token have announced their biggest UK arena tour to date which will open at Glasgow's OVO Hydro on Monday 25th November!

Jason Manford: A Manford All Seasons

Jason Manford is back with a new live show, A Manford All Seasons! Don't miss him when he returns to Glasgow on Monday 25th November 2024!

Anthrax & Kreator

US metal monsters, Anthrax and German thrash titans, Kreator are joining forces to bring their upcoming tour to Glasgow's OVO Hydro on Wednesday 27th November!

Charli XCX will headline Glasgow's OVO Hydro on Monday 2nd December as part of her upcoming BRAT tour with support from special guest Shygirl!

Fontaines D.C.

Fontaines D.C. have announced a headline show at Glasgow's OVO Hydro on Wednesday 4th December in support of their highly-anticipated fourth album, Romance!

Pete Tong presents Ibiza Classics

Revered DJ, broadcaster and global dance music legend, Pete Tong has announced the return of Ibiza Classics to Glasgow's OVO Hydro on Thursday 5th December!

Jools Holland & His Rhythm & Blues Orchestra

Musical virtuoso Jools Holland returns to the SEC Armadillo in December with special guests Marc Almond and Toby Lee!

Hoolie In The Hydro

Don't miss a massive evening of entertainment when Hoolie In The Hydro returns with an all-star line-up featuring some of the top names on the Scottish music scene on Saturday 7th December!

Vampire Weekend

Vampire Weekend will bring their 'Only God Was Above Us' tour to Glasgow's OVO Hydro on Sunday 8th December!

The Human League

The Human League have announced new tour dates as part of the Generations UK Tour 2024, including a show at the OVO Hydro on Thursday 12th December!

Biggest 90’s 00’s Disco

Biggest Disco will be mashing it up at the OVO Hydro Glasgow on December 14th when they host the hottest 90's 00's party featuring acts such as Peter Andre, Snap, Basshunter and more!

Slipknot have revealed tour dates for a massive 2024 European and UK headline run including a night at Glasgow's OVO Hydro on Sunday 15th December featuring special guests Bleed From Within!

Dylan John Thomas

Dylan John Thomas is one of Scotland's most hotly tipped talents and in-demand live performers, don't miss him live at Glasgow's OVO Hydro on Friday 20th December!

Bullet For My Valentine & Trivium

Bullet for My Valentine and Trivium join forces to bring The Poisoned Ascendancy Tour to Glasgow's OVO Hydro on Tuesday 28th January!

Neighbours - The 40th Anniversary Tour

Join some of your favourite faces from Ramsay Street at the SEC Armadillo as they celebrate four decades of the show's history, for Neighbours – The 40th Anniversary Tour!

James Martin Live

Celebrity chef James Martin is heading back on the road with his all new LIVE tour for 2025 including a date at the SEC Glasgow on Saturday 8th March!

Country 2 Country

Country To Country, the UK & Ireland's largest contemporary country music festival will return to the OVO Hydro Glasgow between the 14th & 16th March!

Following the release of Hertan, Wardruna have now announced the first part of an extensive world tour, including a date at the SEC Armadillo on Tuesday 25th March!

Jeff Wayne’s The War of the Worlds

One of the most trailblazing arena tours of all time, Jeff Wayne's Musical Version of 'The War of The Worlds' - Alive on Stage! returns to Glasgow's OVO Hydro on Wednesday 2nd April!

Gabrielle will bring the A Place In Your Heart Tour - Performing All The Hits Live to the SEC Armadillo on Wednesday 2nd April 2025!

Greg Davies: Full Fat Legend

Greg Davies is heading back out on tour for the first time in 7 years with his brand-new 2025 stand-up show Full Fat Legend, don't miss him live at the SEC Armadillo in April!

One of Britain's best loved comedians, Peter Kay, will bring his first live tour in twelve years to the OVO Hydro in Glasgow!

Twenty One Pilots

Grammy-Award winning band, Twenty One Pilots, have announced they'll bring their 2025 Clancy World Tour to Glasgow's OVO Hydro on Monday 5th May!

Katherine Ryan - Battleaxe

Award-winning comedian, writer, presenter, and actress Katherine Ryan will bring her new show Battleaxe to the SEC Armadillo on Friday 9th May 2025!

Absolute Elvis

Scotland's very own multi-award winning Johnny Lee Memphis will be performing in the Absolute Elvis show when it returns to the SEC Glasgow on Saturday 10th May!

Torvill & Dean: Our Last Dance

Seize your chance to see the world's most famous ice dancing duo, Torvill & Dean perform together on ice at the OVO Hydro, before they retire from skating for good!

What’s Love Got To Do with It?

What's Love Got To Do With It? is the ultimate tribute concert to one of the most iconic and loved musical artists of our generation, catch the tour when it returns to the SEC Armadillo!

Simply Red are pleased to announce they will tour the UK in 2025 to celebrate their 40th anniversary including a night at Glasgow's OVO Hydro on September 28th!

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Strictly Come Dancing cast celebrate Glasgow Hydro's 1000th live show

The cast celebrated their 1000th show milestone at the Hydro which is also approaching a 10 year anniversary.

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Glamourous and glittering celebrations are underway at Glasgow’s OVO Hydro as the Strictly live tour marks the venue’s 1000 th show.

Strictly Come Dancing: The Live Tour has been celebrating in style through the weekend in Glasgow.

The OVO Hydro is also approaching 10 years as one of Scotland’s biggest entertainment venues hosting some of the biggest names in showbusiness from Beyonce to Elton John.

The cast and crew behind Strictly Come Dancing joined the venue in celebrating between performances with a giant ‘1000’ cake.

The Strictly tour includes some of the most well-loved contestants and professional dancers from the 2022 series including Hamza Yassin, Molly Rainford, Will Mellor, Ellie Simmonds and Tyler West.

Debbie McWilliams, director of Live Entertainment at SEC, said: “We are delighted to be celebrating this milestone alongside the talented team behind Strictly Come Dancing: The Live Tour.

“We have hosted a diverse range of shows over the past 10 years and, as we hit our 1000th, we can confidently say that there is something for everyone at OVO Hydro.” 

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BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Giovanni Pernice issues poignant message about 'strength' as fans await news

G iovanni Pernice issues a brief yet poignant message to his fans as they await news as to whether he'll return to Strictly Come Dancing. The dancer is currently busy touring the country in his own headline show which began earlier this year.

Giovanni, who has appeared in the BBC One dance contest since 2015, kicked off his Let Me Entertain You tour in Hayes at the Beck Theatre in mid-January before he began travelling up and down the country with the tour is set to continue until the end of April when it will close on April 30 at New Victoria Theatre in Woking.

But once that show, which sees him alongside Strictly co-star and 'leading lady' Lauren Oakley, comes to end, Giovanni won't have too much time to relax as he'll be back on the road from mid-June alongside Anton Du Bekein their new show, Anton & Giovanni Together - The Live Tour.

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In the meantime, he's still hitting the stage with his own tour and during each of the live shows, he lets his audience be featured in a video posted to his Instagram Story.

However, on Tuesday night (April 16), he shared a video of himself first in which he could be seen revelling in the applause and cheers from the crown who had packed out the Royal Concert Hall in Glasgow.

Alongside the video, the 33-year-old typed to his 1.1 million followers: "You are my strength!" before adding a GIF which said 'I Love You' in a pumping red love heart.

Giovanni has continued to be supported by his fans and followers despite rumours about his time on Strictly following his abrupt exit from the 2023 series last year. He recently addressed his most recent partnership with Amanda Abbington which came to an early end.

The actress hit the headlines last year when she quit the BBC One dance contest weeks into the 2023 series. She pulled out of one of the live shows of the series, despite impressing with her moves, due to 'medical reasons'. Amanda and Giovanni were due to return for the contest during the annual Halloween special, however, it was announced beforehand that Amanda would be leaving the competition due to 'personal reasons'.

While neither had directly spoken out about what happened, Giovanni finally shared his thoughts earlier this month and said it was a "shame" that Amanda left the show early as he feels they could have "gone all the way". Asked if he is a perfectionist, he agreed but said it comes from a place of "caring". The Italian star said: "I am a perfectionist." He continued: "100%, but it comes from a perspective of caring.

"In every single part of the world, if (you’re) a professional dancer, we have to get these people on the Saturday night looking the best as they can”, he added. And if we get to have good scores at the end, I look back and say ‘I’ve done a great job’. We all care about our partners and we all want to look great on the Saturday."