Strictly Come Dancing Tonight: Earlier Start Time, Blackpool Tower Special and Dances Revealed

Strictly Come Dancing heads to the iconic Blackpool Tower ballroom tonight (Saturday 14 November), with an earlier start time of 6.25pm and a spectacular live show featuring nine couples taking to the dance floor.

The excitement is building as the remaining celebrities and their professional partners perform in one of the most eagerly anticipated weeks of the competition. The famous Blackpool ballroom provides a glamorous setting, and the couples will be hoping to make the most of the occasion as they take on a fresh selection of challenging routines.

There is an important change for viewers planning their Saturday evening: Strictly starts at 6.25pm tonight, earlier than its usual slot. Make sure you are tuned in on time so you don’t miss any of the performances.

What time is Strictly Come Dancing on tonight?

Strictly Come Dancing airs at 6.25pm on Saturday 14 November.

This week’s programme comes live from Blackpool Tower, bringing the competition to the legendary ballroom for a night of dancing, music and entertainment.

The Blackpool special is a highlight of the Strictly calendar, with the couples getting the chance to perform in one of the most recognisable venues associated with ballroom dancing.

With the earlier start, viewers should check their evening plans and settle in before 6.25pm.

What dances are the Strictly couples performing in Blackpool?

There is a varied selection of routines this week, including Viennese Waltz, Paso Doble, Foxtrot, Argentine Tango, Charleston, Jive and Quickstep.

The music ranges from Avril Lavigne and Lorde to The Jacksons and the theme from Happy Days, giving the couples plenty of different styles and moods to work with.

Here is the full list of this week’s announced dances and songs.

Tabby and Mark – Viennese Waltz

Tabby and Mark will take to the floor with a Viennese Waltz set to I’m with You by Avril Lavigne.

The routine gives the pair the opportunity to bring romance and flowing movement to the Blackpool ballroom.

Dani and Nikita – Paso Doble

Dani and Nikita are taking on the dramatic Paso Doble, dancing to Everybody Wants To Rule The World by Lorde.

The Paso Doble calls for powerful shaping, strong musical interpretation and plenty of attitude, making this an opportunity for the couple to deliver a bold performance.

Lacey and Vito – Foxtrot

Lacey and Vito will perform a Foxtrot to Have You Met Miss Jones, in the version by Robbie Williams.

The Foxtrot is known for its smooth travelling steps and elegant style, so the couple will be aiming to impress with their timing, control and connection.

Delta and Kai – Argentine Tango

Delta and Kai will tackle the Argentine Tango.

Their track is listed as Missing by Everything But The Girl. The Argentine Tango gives the pair the chance to showcase a more intense and dramatic side to their dancing, with close choreography and sharp, controlled movements.

Cach and Maddie – Charleston

Cach and Maddie are bringing the Charleston to Blackpool with Blame It On The Boogie by The Jacksons.

Expect a lively routine, with the Charleston offering plenty of scope for energetic footwork, character and entertainment.

Jaime and Carlos – Charleston

Jaime and Carlos will also be performing a Charleston, this time to I Can’t Do It Alone from Catherine Zeta-Jones.

The song was originally planned for the couple’s Week 7 performance, so viewers will finally get to see their take on the number in the Blackpool ballroom.

Will and Dianne – Paso Doble

Will and Dianne will be taking on the Paso Doble.

No song has been included in the announced details for their performance, but the dance itself promises another chance for the pair to demonstrate strength, confidence and dramatic flair.

John and Katya – Jive

John and Katya will perform the Jive.

The fast-paced dance is a test of stamina, rhythm and precision, with plenty of energetic steps for the couple to master.

Graeme and Lauren – Quickstep

Graeme and Lauren will round out the announced dance line-up with a Quickstep to the Happy Days theme song.

The Quickstep is one of the competition’s liveliest ballroom dances, demanding speed, lightness and precise footwork. The familiar music should give the couple plenty of opportunity to bring fun and personality to their performance.

What to expect from the Blackpool Tower special

Blackpool week is a major moment in the Strictly competition. Performing at the Tower Ballroom gives the couples a chance to experience the atmosphere of a venue steeped in dance history.

The setting also brings extra pressure. With the couples performing live in front of the audience, they will be hoping to deliver routines that stand out and earn strong scores from the judges.

This week’s dance selection offers plenty of variety. The Viennese Waltz and Foxtrot bring elegance, while the Paso Doble and Argentine Tango offer drama. The Charleston, Jive and Quickstep should provide some of the night’s most energetic moments.

For viewers, the combination of the iconic venue, familiar songs and a packed programme of different dance styles makes this a particularly special Strictly Saturday.

When is the Strictly Come Dancing results show?

The competition continues on Sunday night, with the Strictly Come Dancing results show airing at 7.15pm on Sunday 15 November.

The couples will discover who has made it through to the next stage and who will be leaving the competition.

Sunday’s programme will also feature a special ballroom performance from Bash Croft, fresh from his victorious stint on The Celebrity Traitors.

It promises to be another entertaining evening, with the results adding to the excitement after Saturday’s Blackpool performances.

Strictly Come Dancing Blackpool week: Saturday and Sunday times

• Saturday 14 November: Strictly Come Dancing live from Blackpool Tower at 6.25pm.
• Sunday 15 November: Strictly Come Dancing results show at 7.15pm, featuring a performance from Bash Croft.

With an earlier start on Saturday, a spectacular setting and a results show on Sunday, Strictly fans have a full weekend of ballroom entertainment ahead.

Don’t forget to tune in at 6.25pm tonight to see how the couples fare on the famous Blackpool dance floor.

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