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Post by Ladygardener on Sept 18, 2013 6:24:17 GMT
As someone on DS pointed out, the BBC don't list Lisa as one of the presenters or part of The Strictly Team on their website. Hopefully her inpput will be kept to a minimum.
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Post by theinsidegardener on Sept 18, 2013 7:04:51 GMT
Oh I hope so @ladygardener
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Post by Ladygardener on Sept 18, 2013 7:06:21 GMT
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Post by theinsidegardener on Sept 18, 2013 9:43:56 GMT
Whoops!!
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Post by Jasmine on Sept 18, 2013 12:22:31 GMT
I've been reading that Ronnie Corbett said his friend Brucie will give up after this series of SCD as it is too much for him - a lot of the follow-up comments went along the lines of whether he could give up right now!
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Post by Ladygardener on Sept 18, 2013 14:56:47 GMT
Oh interesting Jasmine, was that on DS I must pop over.
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Post by Jasmine on Sept 18, 2013 15:20:45 GMT
No, it was Yahoo news Ladygardener although I wouldn't be surprised if someone on DS has picked up on it! There's a get rid of Brucie thread running at the moment (it's not titled quite like that but that's the jist!)
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Post by Ladygardener on Sept 18, 2013 16:36:04 GMT
There's always one of them on the go Jasmine. The story has been picked up by DS and most of the posters seem to be happy at the idea he won't be back next year. It's hard to know 'tho, it could just have been something BF said but he is 85yrs of age.
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Post by Jasmine on Sept 18, 2013 17:23:36 GMT
..and I'm not sure how happy 'celebs' would be with their 'friends' if they really talked about what they may be doing
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Post by Ladygardener on Sept 27, 2013 6:15:48 GMT
It starts tonight, make a note in your phone/diary. 2100hrs and it has'nt been advertised much which is strange. 1 of 2 opening episodes. Tomorrow night it starts at 19.00hrs Here is what they'll all be dancing as per the official website. Today we can reveal the music and dances each couple are performing on Week One. Abbey and Aljaz will be Waltzing to ‘Kissing You’ by Des'ree. Ashley and Ola perform the Cha Cha to global hit ‘What Makes You Beautiful’ by One Direction. Ben and Kristina will Cha Cha to John Newman’s Northern Soul influenced track, ‘Love Me Again’. Dave and Karen are also dancing Cha Cha. Their song is the hit single ‘Moves Like Jagger’ by Maroon 5. Deborah and Robin are going to Tango to Abba’s ‘Money Money Money’. Fiona and Anton will Tango to Duran Duran’s James Bond theme ‘View To A Kill’. Julien and Janette are performing Cha Cha to Madonna’s dance hit ‘Vogue’. Mark and Iveta will dance to Tango classic ‘Hernando's Hideaway’ by Alma Cogan. Natalie and Artem Cha Cha to disco hit ‘Rasputin’ by Boney M. Patrick and Anya will Jive to Bruno Mars’ ‘Runaway Baby’. Rachel and Pasha Waltz to Luther Vandross’ version of ‘When I Need You’. Susannah and Kevin are performing the Jive to ‘Shake Your Tailfeather’ by Blues Brothers. Sophie and Brendan are Waltzing to ‘Moon River’ by Audrey Hepburn. Tony and Aliona Waltz to ‘What'll I Do’ by Alison Krauss. Vanessa and James will Cha Cha to Shania Twain’s hit single ‘That Don't Impress Me Much’.
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Post by Ladygardener on Sept 27, 2013 6:42:57 GMT
Just to break it down into who is dancing on friday and who will hit the floor on saturday.
Courtesy of Ballet News. Friday Night Ashley & Ola – Cha Cha
Natalie & Artem – Cha Cha
Mark & Iveta – Tango
Sophie & Brendan – Waltz
Susanna & Kevin – Jive
Tony & Aliona – Waltz
Saturday Night
Abbey & Aljaz – Waltz
Ben & Kristina – Cha Cha
Dave & Karen – Cha Cha
Deborah & Robin – Tango
Fiona & Anton – Tango
Julien & Janette – Cha Cha
Patrick & Anya – Jive
Rachel & Pasha – Waltz
Vanessa & James – Cha Cha
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Post by theinsidegardener on Sept 27, 2013 12:27:25 GMT
Is it unusual that so many of them are dancing the same dances?? I thought they all did a different dance normally.... I think it will be quite good to be able to compare them. Anyone else looking forward to seeing Julien McDonald doing a chacha??? He was quite cutting at times as a judge on Next top model, so I'm looking forward to seeing how he deals with criticism (though with him being linked to the shows costumes in the past, will he be criticised fairly. ... ?)
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Post by Auricula on Sept 27, 2013 13:05:12 GMT
At the risk of sounding like a Norma NoMates, who is nerdy, and has too much information about SCD, here's why theinsidegardener It was felt to be unfair to eliminate anyone after just one dance as they wouldn't have had the chance to do both a Latin dance and a Ballroom one. Therefore, the scores for the first 2 weeks ( one Latin/ one ballroom) are added together and the elimination is next week. They limit the range of dances for these first two weeks so that the dances are of a similar difficulty to learn and perform. That's how I understand it anyway Personally, I don't think the hip movement will be there for the jive ( especially Patrick) but depending on which dance Tony does next week...all ( bar Tony ) should be safe.........he can hardly walk let alone dance
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Post by Ladygardener on Sept 27, 2013 13:28:40 GMT
Thanks for that info Auricula, all info welcome. I think that for them to have to learn the jive in week 1 is a bit unfair. It's difficult enough for some in week 5. theinsidegardener, I'm expecting Julien to do well, his enthusiasm should gain him a few points anyhow. Interesting that there are 6 couples doing the Cha Cha and only 2 doing the Jive.
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Post by Auricula on Sept 27, 2013 18:23:31 GMT
I think the jive is too difficult for week 1 too. Much harder than the Cha Cha Charrrrrr
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Post by theinsidegardener on Sept 27, 2013 19:41:33 GMT
Thanks Auricula and Ladygardener , good to clear that up! I agree, the jive is much harder than the chacha, I do like seeing what routines they come up with. looking forward to seeing them all!
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Post by Jasmine on Sept 28, 2013 12:49:46 GMT
The paper today is full of how much dance Natalie Gumede did at Stage School!!!!
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Post by Ladygardener on Sept 28, 2013 17:14:46 GMT
They're already mentioning the word riger on DS. I thought it was a good first week. No real surprises 'tho and what on earth was Artem wearing.
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Post by Jasmine on Sept 28, 2013 17:16:32 GMT
Must have a catch up on DS Ladygardener! What time is Strictly on tonight?
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Post by Jasmine on Sept 28, 2013 18:00:15 GMT
Oh, now!
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Post by Jasmine on Sept 28, 2013 18:05:50 GMT
What was Bruno doing dancing on the judges' table Tess is obviously going for the Greek goddess look tonight!
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Post by Missredhead on Sept 28, 2013 18:10:37 GMT
I am recording it and the other dance one on the other side....will watch later. I know what you mean about Artems clothes LG..
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Post by Jasmine on Sept 28, 2013 18:17:10 GMT
I thought I was talking to myself for a bit Missy!
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Post by Missredhead on Sept 28, 2013 18:18:40 GMT
I often do Jas......x
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Post by Jasmine on Sept 28, 2013 18:19:19 GMT
Me too!
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Post by Missredhead on Sept 28, 2013 19:42:10 GMT
am watching it now...am behind everyone else though as I am watching the recording....
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Post by Missredhead on Sept 28, 2013 19:48:35 GMT
Well....I must say that I have never laughed so much at one of the contestants...can you guess who ?
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Post by Ladygardener on Sept 29, 2013 6:03:57 GMT
Would it be the hairy biker by any chance. Sorry I could'nt get on last night. What on earth was James Jordan doing, competing with Artem perhaps with his bare chest.
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Post by Jasmine on Sept 29, 2013 7:41:58 GMT
...and if Vanessa does what she did berating CR-H every week she is going to look bad on the taking on criticism Hairy Biker Dave Missy? There are a couple of very competitive looking female celebs in the show who don't look like do not coming first!
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Post by Auricula on Sept 29, 2013 9:45:00 GMT
James was trying to distract from VF's appalling moves I think Ladygardener I enjoyed both programmes and think it will be a good series. No one seems to be too OTT this year. OH is rooting for Rachel, Susanna and Sophie ( not that he watches it ) I wonder why? He's also a big fan of Ola and Kristina ... I wonder why? I'll reserve judgement until they've settled in a bit more but there look to be some strong contenders, especially the women ( and it's about time another female won it) I really, really wish BF would throw in the towel and that Tess would make up the rift with the wardrobe department Does ITT start on Monday, does anyone know? I like Darcey's new hair colour
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