Strictly Speaking, 2013 weeks 7 to Final

In the second of a new mini-series entitled ’Strictly Speaking’, Kevin invites you into the conversation around some of the greatest dances, partners and moments throughout his Strictly Come Dancing journey! This week, Kevin revisits the second half of 2013’s series which saw him appear for the first time on the show, and which saw him partnered with Susanna Reid. Kevin and Susanna managed to get all the way to the final, and performed several spellbinding dances along the way. In this week’s show, Kevin talks you through the creative process behind each performance, as well as the impact of appearing for the first time on Britain’s most popular television show. KEY TAKEAWAYS Many of us have been given the gift of time right now. Consequently, there has been a sense of pressure on people to achieve or develop in some ways. But if we need to be at peace, then we need to grant ourselves the permission to do that. In all performances, you’re looking for the perfect balance of energy, artistry and emotion. Storytelling through dance can achieve all three, and the main job of any choreographer is to create that narrative experience. To achieve success, we should focus on the work itself instead of the expected outcomes. Only by living in the moment can we really exceed our expectations. Performances are sometimes executed in a non-traditional way in order to up the entertainment factor and win votes. It’s a delicate balance between purist dance and mass appeal. Music is a crucial ingredient in the appeal of any dance. It is a vital way of involving the audience in the rhythm and soul of the performance. BEST MOMENTS ‘What I’m really interested in is what everyone chooses to do with this gift of time’ ’To truly affect an audience, you’ve got to perform it well’ ‘We need to show something dynamic!’ ‘Dancing is an art. It’s about expression. It’s not a sport' VALUABLE RESOURCES Week 7 - Waltz - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7VKqUPvdrXo Week 8 - Paso - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GbNusScEDHo Week 9 - Cha Cha - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RQhasI7mPVU Week 10 - Quickstep - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vo1KlXnfLvo Week 11 - Argentine Tango - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AVyNkpl8IQ4 Week 12 - Salsa - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IoNheR7_n9k Final - Showdance - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jxe1KK_tw-8 The Kevin Clifton Show - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-kevin-clifton-show/id1475650764   ABOUT THE HOST   Kevin Clifton is a professional dancer who has been performing & competing at the highest level for over a decade. Kevin has worked on shows like 'Burn the floor' & 'Rock of Ages' to 'Strictly Come Dancing' one of the biggest TV shows in the UK which Kevin won in 2018.    CONTACT METHOD Kevin Clifton Instagram Kevin Clifton Facebook Kevin Clifton YouTube