Arlene Phillips
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Len Goodman’s replacement, a Latin specialist, will need to contend with the show’s ‘curse’ – and comparisons to Arlene Phillips
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Late nights, early mornings, punishing schedules, stage fright, pulled hamstrings, failed auditions … Carlos Acosta, Tamara Rojo, Lauren Cuthbertson, Wayne McGregor, Matthew Bourne and more reveal the secrets of the dance studio
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Lorna Luft will take the lead in a show about her mother, Judy Garland, authorised by the star’s estate and with Arlene Phillips as creative director
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Deputy leader of Labour party writes letter to all national editors, saying a 'balanced team' is needed to ensure balanced reporting
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David Dimbleby is still at the helm of Question Time and John Humphrys presents Today but their female peers have vanished
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The choreographer and former Strictly Come Dancing judge selects her cultural highlights, from ancient art to the latest circus tricks
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The artist says she is 'looking forward to seeing the look on my mum's face' after being awarded a CBE
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This week's podcast was recorded live at a pop-up event at the Serpentine Gallery's new Summer Pavilion. We also explore the cultural legacy of the 2012 Festival
Podcast
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Alistair Smith: Rebranded London Hippodrome relaunches, but many more historic buildings are at risk – plus Boris Johnson gets on his dancing shoes
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'Dancing keeps me strong, but I am 67 and nothing can change that'
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The politics of ageism
Peter PrestonPeter Preston: It's mainly reported as a TV issue, but even more so it's our political leaders who reveal their youth and inexperience -
Miriam O'Reilly presents edition of Tonight featuring interviews with Arlene Phillips, Michael Buerk and Angela Rippon. By Tara Conlan
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Arlene Phillips first tasted fame with her dance troupe Hot Gossip. Then came her stint as a judge on Strictly Come Dancing. Now she's got her groove back – writing dance books for children and choreographing West End shows
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Afua Hirsch: The new rules on equality and anti-discrimination come into force today and employers are already complaining
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So You Think You Can Dance: how can I resist?
Judith MackrellTV dance shows may be gaudy and dumbed-down, but they bring choreography out of the shadows – and I think I'm hooked
Allelujah! review – Alan Bennett's hospital drama is full of quiet anger
4 out of 5 stars.