Strictly Come Dancing favourites Amy Dowden MBE and Carlos Gu are again with their reside tour REBORN, returning to theatres throughout the UK from May 2026, on the again of the packed homes earlier this yr.
Amy made her extremely anticipated return to the dancefloor final yr after her most cancers prognosis, whereas Carlos embraced a brand new chapter of self-discovery since transferring to the UK – collectively, they honestly really feel REBORN.
This uplifting and inspirational present celebrates the transformative energy of dance, that includes a blinding solid of world-class dancers and vocalists. Audiences can anticipate an emotional journey by way of highly effective and show-stopping routines that seize the enjoyment, vitality and great thing about dance.
Amy Dowden and her accomplice Ben Jones have been topped British National Latin Dance Champions in 2016, turning into the primary all-British pair to win the title in over 30 years. Their different accolades embrace British Dance Federation Champions, English Closed Champions, and Welsh Closed and Open Champions.
Since becoming a member of Strictly Come Dancing in 2017, Amy has change into one of many present’s most cherished professionals. Her spotlight got here in 2019, reaching the Final with Karim Zeroual, whereas she has additionally partnered with Tom Fletcher, Brian Conley and JJ Chalmers.
Amy’s achievements prolong past the dancefloor. She gained the Raising Awareness Award on the Hello! Magazine Star Women Awards in 2019, acquired a Points of Light Award from the Prime Minister in 2023, and was awarded an MBEin the King’s Birthday Honours 2024 for her charity work with Crohn’s & Colitis UK. Her BBC documentary Strictly Amy: Crohn’s & Me gained a BAFTA Cymru, and following her breast most cancers prognosis and therapy, she continues her advocacy by way of her work with each My Breast Friend and CoppaFeel! A brand new BBC One documentary following her most cancers journey aired final yr.
Carlos Gu is a three-time Chinese National Champion, a number of World semi-finalist, and has achieved success as a German Open finalist and runner-up within the Amateur Rising Star Latin on the 2017 UK Championships.
Joining Strictly Come Dancing in 2022, Carlos reached the Final in his debut season with Molly Rainford, and in 2023 partnered Angela Scanlon, fascinating audiences with their beautiful Argentine Tango at Blackpool.
Beyond Strictly, Carlos has carried out on reside excursions and led skilled productions showcasing his artistry. His charisma and openness have additionally shone by way of tv appearances on The One Show, This Morning, Lorraine, It Takes Two, The Hit List and CBeebies Bedtime Stories, the place he has shared how dance and his transfer to the UK have reworked his life.
As Carlos continues to encourage audiences, his story – like Amy’s – is certainly one of ardour, resilience and renewal. Together, they promise an unforgettable expertise with REBORN.
