Arlene's A Flashdancer

Arlene has done the choreography for new musical Flashdance - The Musical, a stage version of the film of the same name.

The Birmingham Mail caught up with Arlene to talk about the musical, but of course, talk turned to Strictly and how Arlene feels about fame: "When we were at Flashdance I had people coming up to me and asking for my autograph. What Strictly has meant for me is that I have to go out with my hair over my face and no makeup on so people don't recognise me. I always make sure I do sign autographs because I remember what it is like being a kid and asking for autographs. But there is also the fact I am Arlene Phillips the choreographer and I am just trying to get on with my job."

So next time you see someone with no make-up and scratty hair, who looks a bit like Arlene - take a closer look...