STRICTLY fever is coming back to St Helens later this month when Italian heartthrob Giovanni Pernice brings his latest show Dance is Life to the Theatre Royal stage.

The show, inspired by the Strictly Come Dancing finalist’s life, is directed and choreographed by Jason Gilkison, Strictly Come Dancing’s creative director, and will also feature Luba Mushtuk – the newest professional to join the BBC hit show – as Giovanni’s leading lady on Tuesday, February 26.

The star has been receiving rave reviews all over the UK and Ireland for his previous show, which like this one tells the story of his life, from growing up in Sicily and learning to dance, to his time on the hit TV show, and features the hot Paso Doble, a gorgeous Viennese Waltz, passionate Rumba and a vivacious Jive, to name just a few.

The action packed production combines the Italian’s wit and charm, with outstanding music, sensational choreography, and stunning costumes and six other world class professional dancers.

Tickets for the 7.30pm showing are £32 each or £30 concession.

Giovanni reached the final of BBC’s Strictly Come Dancing 2018 with Steps singer Faye Tozer and reached the final last year with Debbie McGee.

VIP Tickets include a pre-show meet and greet, 90 minutes before the start of the performance.

To book visit sthelenstheatreroyal.ticketsolve.com, call 01744 756000 or visit the box office on Corporation Street.