Strictly Come Dancing’s Arlene Phillips has hit out at BBC bosses and says she will “never forgive them”.
Former Strictly Come Dancing judge, Arlene Phillips, has admitted that while she has come to terms with her dismissal from the show by BBC executives, she will never ‘forgive’ them.
The 81 year old choreographer served on the panel from 2004 to 2008 before being replaced by Alesha Dixon, then aged 30, which led to accusations of ageism.
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She was also questioned about Giovanni Pernice who is absent from Strictly this year following a dispute over his alleged training methods.
She refrained from commenting directly on the controversy but noted: “Dance is tough. Dance is very tough, and learning is tough. But in terms of teaching, we have progressed from the teaching that I suffered when I was young. Teachers with canes.”
“Your ballet teacher had a cane and they weren’t afraid of using it, or shouting or screaming, or whatever it may be, the way you learnt to dance was, You have to devote your life to this. And teachers were the rulers of your life because they were the ones that held the key to making you a dancer.”, reports the Mirror.
“Over time we have found ways. I was really strict throughout the Hot Gossip days, demanding, but for a long time now, I’ve taken the approach that everybody has a way of learning, and you try to discover that the way they will learn fastest, and you find a way that they can learn by and work with the way that they learn.”
Arlene is currently involved in Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Starlight Express as the “creative dramaturg”. The musical, which has been witnessed by 20 million people globally, has made a comeback to London at the specially designed Starlight Auditorium at Troubadour Wembley Park.
It seems that tensions between former Strictly Come Dancing judge Arlene Phillips and BBC bosses are still running high. Despite coming to terms with her dismissal from the show back in 2008, Arlene has made it clear that she will never forgive those responsible for replacing her.
At 81 years old, Arlene served as a judge on the popular dance show for four years before being replaced by Alesha Dixon. The decision sparked accusations of ageism, with many fans rallying behind Arlene and expressing their outrage on social media.
Recently, Arlene has been making waves with her involvement in Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Starlight Express as the “creative dramaturg”. The musical has returned to London and is being staged at the specially designed Starlight Auditorium at Troubadour Wembley Park, delighting audiences once again.
Despite the controversy surrounding her departure from Strictly Come Dancing, Arlene remains dedicated to the world of dance and continues to inspire others with her passion and expertise. Her journey from the strict teaching methods of her youth to a more personalized and understanding approach is a testament to her growth as a dancer and mentor.
As we look to the future, let’s remember the valuable lessons shared by Arlene Phillips and the importance of adapting to the needs and learning styles of those we teach. Stay tuned for more updates and insights on the world of dance!
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Source: CNN
