Strictly Come Dancing star Nadiya Bychkova is set to visit Felbridge and Brighton as part of her national tour.
The ballroom and Latin world champion will bring her new show, “A Special Evening with Nadiya Bychkova,” to The Felbridge Hotel & Spa on April 24 and the Holiday Inn Brighton – Seafront on April 25.
Bychkova, who became a household name after joining the BBC’s Strictly Come Dancing in 2017, has danced with celebrities such as David James, Matt Goss, and Dan Walker.
She has also been part of the Strictly Come Dancing Live!
and Strictly Come Dancing The Professionals tours.
The dancer is a two-time world champion and European champion in ballroom and Latin ’10’ dance, winning in 2014 and 2015.
She is also a multiple-time Slovenian ballroom and Latin champion.
Bychkova will be joined on her tour by host James Cutler, a British ballroom champion.
The show will feature stories from her career, behind-the-scenes gossip from her TV appearances, and dance routines.
There will also be a chance for audience members to ask questions.
A limited number of meet and greet VIP tickets are available, allowing fans to meet Bychkova for a photo opportunity before the show.
Ahead of the tour, Bychkova said: “I’m very excited to bring this up close and personal show to these lovely venues on my latest tour.
“It’s a chance for people to meet me and hear my stories.
“I will talk about my upbringing, my early years competing across the world, travelling with my mum, the heartbreaks and highs of becoming a professional dancer, and finally landing my dream job of being a professional dancer on the world’s favourite TV show.
“I’m looking forward to meeting everyone.”
Bychkova shared her passion for dance, saying: “From the moment my grandmother first took me to a dance class, I knew it was special.
“When I first stepped on a dance floor at the age of five, I felt alive and that feeling has never left me.
“Even then, I didn’t just want to dance… I wanted to be the best.”
She also offered advice to aspiring dancers, saying: “You have to remember that there is always struggle behind the sparkle.
“Success in the world of dance never comes without sacrifice.
“The other thing is don’t forget to enjoy it.
“Whatever is happening in your life, in the world, in society.
“When I dance, my whole perspective changes.”
Bychkova spoke about her time on Strictly Come Dancing, saying: “Strictly is a very special programme.
“I feel very fortunate to work on a show that lets me do what I love.
“For so many people, Strictly provides a lift, a release, an opportunity to forget about the worries of life for a moment.
“It puts millions of smiles on millions of faces.”
She also revealed what fans can expect from her upcoming tour, saying: “Let me make you three promises if you’re coming to watch the show.
“Promise number one – You will have an incredible night.
“Promise number two – I will tell you some secrets.
“You’ll also get the chance to ask me anything you like… I’m not promising to answer everything, but we will have some fun together.
“Promise number three – There will be some amazing dancing.”
