Oti Mabuse Returns with New Series of Dancing Legends! The Strictly star is back, diving into the history of dance and chatting with big-name performers who’ve shaped the stage and screen.
Meet the Dance Icons
In this series, Oti meets top-tier talent, including Destiny’s Child singer Michelle Williams, ballet legend Wayne Sleep, and her own sister, Strictly judge Motsi Mabuse. Each guest reveals the dancer or choreographer who inspired them and influenced their career.
The legends honoured range from jazz innovator Bob Fosse to Debbie Allen, the globe-trotting dancer famous for blending international styles.
Oti Opens Up: A Personal Journey
“It’s great to come back with a new series of Dancing Legends. I love exploring the history of dance and learning about the visionary figures who have come before me. Also, this series is a little bit more special for me, as I talk to people who I’ve personally been inspired by and together we delve into the past to celebrate the icons who have shaped the world of dance.” – Oti Mabuse
First Episode Spotlight: Bob Fosse with Ruthie Henshall
Stage and screen star Ruthie Henshall kicks off the series by chatting with Oti about her career and naming Bob Fosse her dance legend. Fosse’s glittering legacy includes winning an Oscar, Tony, and Emmy all in one year, with powerhouse shows like Cabaret, Chicago, and Pippin.
Through archive footage and expert insight from author Sam Wasson, Ruthie and Oti explore Fosse’s unforgettable impact on dance.
When and Where to Watch
- Series two of Oti Mabuse’s Dancing Legends airs Wednesdays at 11:30am on Radio 4.
- Episodes are available on BBC Sounds right after broadcast.
- Series one is streaming now as a box set on BBC Sounds.
