BBC's Strictly Come Dancing stars to perform in St Albans

Nadiya Bychkova and Kai Widdrington, known as 'Nadiya & Kai' to fans, will perform their 'Once Upon a Time' show on Sunday, April 30.

The show will feature a range of dances and stories from the two performers.

Nadiya is a Ukrainian-Slovenian dancer, who is a two-time World Champion and European Champion in Ballroom and Latin ‘10’ Dance.

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She made her Strictly Come Dancing debut in 2017, and has partnered the likes of David James, Dan Walker and Matt Goss.

Speaking of touring throughout spring, Nadiya Bychkova said: "Kai and I are extremely excited to perform our new show ‘Once Upon A Time’ to audiences all over the UK.

The show will be performed on Sunday, April 30. (Image: SADC)

"We have both toured with some great shows in the past so now to headline our own tour together will be something special.

"We’re really looking forward to sharing this experience with our fans and giving them an insight into our love of ballroom.”

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Kai, meanwhile, is a Junior World Latin American champion, and spent four years as a professional dancer on 'Dancing With The Stars' in Ireland.

He joined Strictly in 2021, reaching the final with AJ Odudu, before an injury forced her to withdraw.

Kai Widdrington said: "To headline a show in the UK like ‘Once Upon A Time’ is a dream come true, and to do it alongside Nadiya will make it even more amazing.

"We believe we have assembled one of the best casts around to support us on tour so we cannot wait to get out there next spring and entertain audiences across the country by giving them all a show to remember."

Tickets can be booked via the Alban Arena website at www.alban-arena.co.uk