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2nd Strictly Come Dancing 2023 thread

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Sparklefizz Sun 12-Nov-23 20:01:54

We're ready for Blackpool !

Joseann Tue 28-Nov-23 13:29:41

Good points, NotSpaghetti. I think musicals week will appeal to Layton and he will be cooking up a surprise performance whether he is in danger or not.

Mollygo Tue 28-Nov-23 15:00:22

Yes I agree. He’s a show dancer -and it will be another Layton show dance.

NotSpaghetti Wed 29-Nov-23 06:51:46

The News re him now seems to be what he chooses to wear in practice sessions. 🤷‍♀️

He says it's not an issue as he "wears a jock strap" and his "bits are covered" but the BBC say Strictly is a family show and the camera team is getting too much flesh on the footage.

I'm now wondering what he'll be dancing....

Joseann Fri 01-Dec-23 18:59:00

Hmmm, your comment re scant clothing might have some truth in it NotSaghetti.
I've just looked up which song Layton is dancing to tomorrow ..... Backstage Romance from Moulin Rouge. 😲
I assume he will play Satine. I don’t think it will do him any favours, all the hot blooded sexy moves of two lovers having a clandestine affair. People don't really want to watch that sort of bodily writhing on Strictly.
On the other hand the dance, (paso doble), is full of aggression and drama, with intricate movements, so the judges might like it for its technique and story telling which undoubtedly he will perform well.
Nigel is dancing to Step in Time from Mary Poppins.

Louella12 Sat 02-Dec-23 15:00:13

Nigel won't be stepping in time, unfortunately

Sounds like he's sustained an injury and has to retire on medical grounds.

I wonder if they'll bother with an eviction

Sparklefizz Sat 02-Dec-23 15:08:36

Yes, I've just read that Nigel has had to leave due to an injury. What a shame when he's got this far, and how disappointing for Katya.

I wonder what the production team will do about numbers. Maybe there won't be an eviction and dance off.

Joseann Sat 02-Dec-23 16:03:37

Oh no. I was looking forward to a Mary Poppins routine.

Desdemona Sat 02-Dec-23 16:34:31

I am absolutely gutted about Nigel leaving! He had real potential to be a finalist.

I know there are much bigger things to worry about in the world but Strictly is a good bit of escapism and he was a favourite of mine (and many others no doubt!!)

Sparklefizz Sat 02-Dec-23 16:39:41

I'd love it if they brought back Angela Scanlon but of course that's totally unrealistic because she hasn't been practising all week.

Grandmadinosaur Sat 02-Dec-23 17:16:18

Poor Nigel coming this far only to be hit by injury. I too was looking forward to seeing his Mary Poppins routine. It was looking good from the training footage.

Clawdy Sat 02-Dec-23 18:03:29

I will really miss Nigel, and now they are two less than usual - no Amanda A, and no Nigel .

eazybee Sat 02-Dec-23 18:04:33

Yes, so sorry to hear this as I think he is a very good dancer, graceful and stylish, quite self-deprecating and modest.
What a pity.

Sparklefizz Sat 02-Dec-23 19:36:59

Right - no public vote tonight and no elimination.

Joseann Sat 02-Dec-23 19:42:25

That's good, just for entertainment then.

Grandmabatty Sat 02-Dec-23 19:42:33

Ellie off to a good start

Sparklefizz Sat 02-Dec-23 19:43:00

I thought Ellie & Vito's set was too busy. At times I wasn't even sure which one was Vito.
Is it just me?

Joseann Sat 02-Dec-23 19:48:40

I enjoyed watching them.

gillgran Sat 02-Dec-23 19:54:13

Great opening by the professional dancers tonight.

Will we still get a (non) results show tomorrow night?

Sparklefizz Sat 02-Dec-23 19:59:40

Annabel was fabulous wasn't she?
... but poor old Nige. Must be so disappointing for both of them.

Sparklefizz Sat 02-Dec-23 20:00:46

gillgran

Great opening by the professional dancers tonight.

Will we still get a (non) results show tomorrow night?

They will probably pad out the show so that they still fill that Strictly slot. I'm just guessing obviously .....

Grandmadinosaur Sat 02-Dec-23 20:00:55

Loved Annabel and Jojo. So sad for Katya and Nigel.

Calendargirl Sat 02-Dec-23 20:01:34

I shall be sorry not to vote, I enjoy voting!

TBH, I much prefer seeing more dances by the professionals, and less chat.

merlotgran Sat 02-Dec-23 20:02:04

Just shows how dangerous some the moves can be. They make it look easy.

TillyTrotter Sat 02-Dec-23 20:05:34

I am aghast at Layton’s Paso. It was so dynamic and looked to be step perfect!

Calendargirl Sat 02-Dec-23 20:07:26

Oh, do sit down Motsi!

I really think the judges should stay in their seats.