From Claudia Winkleman to Bruno Tonioli, do we really need Strictly come Dancing?
Strictly has become a monumental custom within Great Britain, from uniting the older generation to personifying why England cannot be trusted with a broadcasting service. The programme honours Britain's beautiful landscape, by taking place in Blackpool tower once a year. But why is Strictly such a substantial part of British culture?
First airing on the 15th of May 2004, Strictly allowed the UK to finally experience joy. The judging panel consisted of Len Goodman, Arlene Phillips, Craig Revel Horwood and Bruno Toniol - little did they know that they would create history. The Great British public was exposed to Paso Dobles and Tangos, changing the social fabric of British society forever. The shows appeal lies within its ability to convey the beauty of dance to different communities. across the United Kingdom. Dance, being a sport that is commonly associated with the female gender, is portrayed in a new light to the public through Strictly. This is due to the show demonstrating the highs and lows of the sport - this makes dance more relatable, as any athlete, whether on land or in water, embarks on a rollercoaster of emotions when committing to their sport. As a result, Strictly enables the public to feel a personal connection with dance through its frantic, identifiable nature.
In conclusion, Strictly Come Dancing has become a staple within British entertainment. From its airing date in 2004 to its most recent series in 2023, Strictly has stood the test of time. After the consultation of many students within our college, Strictly has proved to be more popular than movie franchises such as ‘The Hunger Games’ and ‘Harry Potter’. I mean, why wouldn’t it be? After strenuous research and interviews, it is indeed true that we do need Strictly Come Dancing. Without this monumental show, like the legend of the Crows within the Tower of London; Britain would crumble.
In true Strictly fashion, after this intense investigation, it is only fair to “keep dancing!”