In the eighth round of the eleventh series of the glossy Let’s Dance show, things got really hot. This is not about beans anymore. The seasoned contestants were fighting to advance to the semi-finals. The best of the best danced two competitive dances on Sunday. In addition to classical ballroom dancing, 5 couples had to learn choreography under the guidance of a contemporary artist, who tailored it for them.
However, the evening also brought a unique bonus. As a special dance number, the cult work Vták Ohnivák, directed and choreographed by Ján Ďurovčík, returned to the scene. The jury executioner was moved and rightly proud after the performance, he had no idea what was coming. The world champion in Latin American showdance and a judge of this year’s Let’s Dance series was enthusiastic about the dance number led by Ďurovčík and decided to pay tribute to her colleague in a live broadcast.
“It is a privilege for our nation to have such a versatile artist and personality as you Janko. It was beautiful, it touched me. Thank you for opening our eyes..” Arcolinová confessed to Ďurovčík. “This cannot be listened to,” replied the moved Ďurovčík with modesty in his voice. “Thank you, thank you for opening our eyes when it comes to dance and showing what is possible. And not only dance, but also humanity, so… it’s really a great honor for me to sit next to you and learn from you,” Arcolinová finished, a moved Ďurovčík immediately hugged her.
Tance 8. kola Let’s Dance:
Zuzana Porubjaková and Matyáš Adamec – samba na Fela Kuti – Let’s Start
Jakub Jablonský and Anna Riebauerová – double step to Ernesto Lecuona – Malaguena
Ján Koleník and Dominika Rošková – rumba na Maria Mena – It Must Have Been Love
Gabika Marcinková and Jaroslav Ihring – quickstep na The Jacksons – Blame It On the Boogie
Kristián Baran and Eliška Betaková – quickstep na Gregory Porter – Puttin’ On the Ritz
In addition, each couple will also prepare a contemporary dance under the guidance of special trainers:
Kristián Baran and Eliška Betaková – Genc Berisha
Ján Koleník and Dominika Rošková – Vika Kozáková
Gabika Marcinková and Jaroslav Ihring – Simona Machovičová
Jakub Jablonský and Anna Riebauerová – Andrej Štepita
Zuzana Porubjaková and Matyáš Adamec – Dominika Dee Červinková and Sasha Veselý
