Introduced by David Jacobs from the Tower Ballroom, Blackpool
The title-holders, MIDLANDS AND WEST, take on the NORTH EAST for a place in the first semi-final.
The orchestra is led by ANDY ROSS who, in his special salute to the dance bands, and together with top professionals Espen and Kirsten Salberg , remembers the great Artie Shaw. Commentary by CHARLES NOVE
Arranged by ERIC D. MORLEY Sound ALAN FOX
Lighting JOHN CROWTHER Director TIM MARSHALL Producer SIMON BETTS