Locals urged to get dancing as Strictly Caithness kicks off
A fabulous charity dance competition in aid of Highland Hospice is set to salsa and jive its way into the county.
Auditions for Strictly Caithness 2011 will be held in the Boys’ Brigade Hall in Thurso on Monday (August 8), between 7pm and 9pm.
Local men and women with little or no dance experience are invited to come along to meet with the competition’s organisers if they are interested in participating.
The competition, which is being media partnered by North of Scotland Newspapers, proved a big hit when it was held in Inverness earlier this year, raising over £50,000 over three nights.
Contestants will be taught by well-respected local dance instructors Steve Hicks and Denise Imrie, who will put them through their paces in salsa, jive and Scottish country dancing.
At least six couples are required for the competition, which will take place in the Weigh Inn, Thurso, on Friday, September 30. The winning couple will be determined through a mixture of scorings from the judging panel and audience votes. Tickets for the event will be on sale soon.
To find out more contact Wendy Clark, Highland Hospice communications officer, on 01463 246 472 or e-mail w.clark@highlandhospice.org.uk