Fans of Strictly Come Dancing were left frustrated with the lack of strict COVID-19 protocols at the live show opening. The beloved ballroom bonanza returned to our screens with Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman at the helm, but fans noticed a few changes that left them miffed.
Subheading: Missing Showstopping Entry
Following the dazzling premiere the previous week, all competitors were back to sashay their way through another round of competition. However, there was an absence of the usual showstopping entry that fans have come to expect from the show. Viewers were surprised at the lack of a glamorous group performance at the show’s onset, which sparked some criticism online.
One fan took to Twitter to express their disappointment, “No grand entrance? #Strictly.” Another fan noted, “Tess and Claudia need to walk on, it looks stupid how they are both stood there without any entrance.” The absence of the traditional grand entrance left some viewers feeling like something was missing from the show’s opening.
Subheading: Viewers’ Reactions
While some fans were disappointed with the missing showstopping entry, others took to social media to share their thoughts on the changes. One viewer suggested a different opening to the show, “Are we that tight for time that we can’t fit in Tess and Claudia coming down the stairs? I’d rather bin off the judges’ entrance.” The judges’ entrance, which typically kicks off the show, was also a point of contention for some viewers.
Last week, viewers voiced their frustration at the show’s producers for “wasting time” with a pre-recorded segment showing the celebrities arriving at Elstree Studios. While some fans enjoyed the change in the opening credits, others missed the traditional elements of the show. One fan expressed their disappointment, “I wish they would stop filling the time with things we don’t need to see. Stop wasting time.” Another viewer was perplexed by the introduction, stating, “That intro was weird.”
Subheading: Mixed Reactions
Despite the mixed reactions from fans regarding the changes in the show’s opening, it is clear that viewers have strong opinions about the show’s format. Some fans enjoyed the new comedic feel of the opening credits, with one viewer commenting, “The opening credits going for a comedy feel this year, I love it! #Strictly.” Others compared the intros to the style of reality show Big Brother, while some expressed their nostalgia for the old orchestra intro music.
While the changes to the show’s opening may have divided fans, one thing is clear – viewers are passionate about Strictly Come Dancing and have high expectations for the show. As the competition heats up and one dance couple faces elimination, fans will be eagerly watching to see how the rest of the season unfolds.
In conclusion, the lack of strict COVID-19 protocols at the live show opening of Strictly Come Dancing has left fans frustrated and divided. While some viewers enjoyed the new comedic feel of the opening credits, others missed the traditional elements of the show. As the competition continues, fans will be watching closely to see how the show evolves and whether their feedback is taken into account.
