Now, let’s talk about the Blackpool Special. That’s the one everyone really wants. It’s a separate ballot. Yes, you have to apply all over again. It’s like a second lottery.
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If you get picked for Blackpool, you are the luckiest person alive. You might even get a whiff of the famous Tower Ballroom floor wax. Exhilarating stuff, I’m told.
Don’t forget the Monday night results show. People often forget about that one. The tickets are slightly less in demand. Emphasis on “slightly less,” which still means “very hard.”
What If The Ballot Hates You?
Okay, so the online ballot didn’t work. Don’t cry into your cuppa. There are other ways. You just have to get a bit more creative. Or rich. Both help.
The standby queue is a thing. This is for people with zero plans and a lot of patience. You turn up at the studio in Elstree on the morning of the show. You stand outside. You hope for a no-show.
People who got tickets might not turn up. It happens. They get stuck in traffic. They get a cold. Or they simply realize they can’t handle Claudia Winkleman’s fringe in real life. Their loss is your gain.
You will have to get there very early. We’re talking 5 AM early. Take a flask. Bring snacks. Wear comfy shoes. No sequins are required for this part, thank goodness.
Another option is charity auctions. Rich people do this all the time. They buy a table at a gala dinner and bid on Strictly tickets. You can do that too. Or you can just bid online for a pair.
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These tickets cost a lot of money. We’re talking “new car” money. Or “deposit on a small flat” money. But hey, you get to see Anton du Beke up close. Is that worth a lifelong mortgage? Each to their own.
