Strictly Come Dancing Star Takes to the Stage (1)
The Bridlington Spa is delighted to announce star of the stage, professional dancer and Strictly favourite Robin Windsor will headline this year’s pantomime performing the role of Genie in their 2017 pantomime, Aladdin.
Showman Robin took his first steps on to the dance floor at the age of 3 when his parents enrolled him in a local dance school in Ipswich. From the very beginning, he studied both Ballroom and Latin dance, eventually competing at international level representing England where he amassed numerous World Championships titles.
Robin first stepped into the limelight in 2010, making his Strictly debut with celebrity partner Patsy Kensit where over 9 weeks the duo danced their way into the nation’s living rooms winning praise and applause from the judges and viewing public alike. Following the hit season, 2011 became a standout Strictly year for Robin, where he matched his first year success, lasting again till week 9 in the competition with EastEnders legend Anita Dobson and going on to win the Strictly Children in Need Special with presenter Susannah Reid.
With the coveted gliterball trophy firmly in his grasp, Robin was to have his most successful Strictly season yet with actress Lisa Riley. The duo became the standout stars of the series and the people’s favourites with many memorable moments and energetic performances including Lisa whisking Robin into her arms and up into the air, a routine which took the pair to the top of the judges’ scoreboard. The couple’s brilliant technicality and on stage charisma earned them a well-deserved place in the semi-finals. On a high from a sensational season with Lisa, Robin returned to the Strictly stage the following year with celeb entrepreneur Deborah Meaden. The pair proved popular with the judges achieving consistently high scores and ultimately lasting for a very respectable five weeks in the smash hit contest.
Away from our TV screens, from 2003-2010, Robin was part of the cast of Burn the Floor, one of the leading ballroom based shows in the world. Two tours with Burn the Floor (2003, 2004) and three with FloorPlay (2006 to 2008) took him several times around the world, leading up to the highlights being a stint on Broadway and in the London West End. Robin has also starred alongside his Professional Partner and Strictly co-star Kristina Rihanoff across the globe. Together the pair toured their sell out hit show Putting on the Ritz across the UK and put their best foot forward on the global media circuit, including a memorable performance on the South African version of Strictly.
Robin Windsor said: “I am unbelievably excited to be playing Genie in Aladdin. He’s known for his magic, his flamboyant costumes and his larger than life personality so I can’t wait to get going and make my mark with this great character! With years of Strictly under my belt I’m used to OTT and revealing costumes and giving big energetic performances - I can’t wait to show Bridlington what I’ve got!”
Tickets for this family favourite pantomime are on sale now via www.bridspa.com or at the box office on (01262) 678258.
