Strictly star Nikita Kuzmin is kicking off his first ever solo tour right here in Kent.

The dancer, who has become a fan favourite after four years on the BBC show, is hitting the road with his fairytale-themed production, Midnight Dancer.

The six-time Italian Latin and Ballroom Champion is bringing his world-class moves to theatres across the country, including dates in Bromley, Tunbridge Wells,Folkestone and Canterbury.

The show features a cast of backup dancers and music from vocalist Rebecca Lisewski, who has performed in West End shows such as Cabaret and Mamma Mia.

The Ukranian-born dancer will perform his sizzling routines against the backdrop of a masked ball where two star-crossed lovers meet. The performance features romantic couples’ dances, fantastical costumes and feel-good music.

Nikita made his first appearance on Strictly Come Dancing in 2021 when he was partnered with TV presenter Tilly Ramsay, daughter of celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay.

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He has since been paired with Paralympian Ellie Simmonds, former field hockey player and broadcaster Sam Quek, and made the final with musical theatre star Layton Williams.

The 27-year-old choreographer also appeared on Celebrity Big Brother last year, finishing in second place behind reality TV personality David Potts.

Midnight Dancer starts its run of UK dates at the Churchill Theatre in Bromley on Saturday, March 8. You can book tickets here.

The tour will then return to Kent with shows at the Assembly Hall Theatre in Tunbridge Wells on Thursday, March 27 and Leas Cliff Hall in Folkestone on Thursday, May 15.

Nikita’s final show in the county will be at the Marlowe Theatre in Canterbury on Wednesday, May 21.

The show will also visit locations such as London, Cardiff, Nottingham, Bath, Glasgow, Blackpool and Brighton during the extensive tour.