Tales from the Dance Floor | Craig Revel Horwood

Tales from the Dance Floor by Craig Revel Horwood is a candid and entertaining memoir taking readers behind the scenes of professional dance, theatre, television, and Strictly Come Dancing.

Following his earlier autobiography All Balls and Glitter, Craig shares stories from the Strictly Live tours he directed, his work with dancers and celebrity contestants, his theatrical productions, pantomime performances, and his experience competing in Maestro at the Opera. Michael O’Mara Books

Written from the perspective of an experienced dancer, choreographer, director, and Strictly judge, the book provides an insider’s view of the personalities, pressures, rehearsals, performances, and backstage experiences surrounding British dance and entertainment.

It is particularly suited to readers interested in Ballroom dancing, Strictly Come Dancing, choreography, theatre, and the professional world behind dance performance.

Contents

1. The Show Must Go On
2. Highs and Lows
3. Bangers and Clash
4. A Light Goes Out
5. The Body Beautiful
6. God Save the Queen
7. There is Nothing Like a Dame
8. Darcey Bussells In
9. Time Takes its Toll
10. Crocodiles Everywhere
11. Strictly Confidential
12. Life is Just a Bowl of Cherries
13. Hip, Hip, Hooray!

• Acknowledgements