TV dance sensation and international champion Johannes Radebe is thrilled to be presenting a brand-new production, Johannes Radebe: House of JoJo, at Mayflower Theatre on Sunday 7 April, following the phenomenal success of his first two sell-out UK and Ireland tours.
Join Johannes Radebe and a host of eclectic characters in this brand-new theatrical celebration jam-packed with roof-raising music, dazzling costumes and of course, world class dance.
Born in the township Zamdela Sasolburg, South Africa, Johannes Radebe started dancing when he was seven, fascinated by the discipline and the glamour of Ballroom and Latin.
Over the next 13 years, Johannes competed in local competitions, climbing up the Latin ranks with top honours, and eventually adding Ballroom and other dance styles, such as African Contemporary and Jazz. He became a finalist at national dance competitions and received an invitation to compete internationally in St Petersburg, Russia.
At the age of 21, Johannes left South Africa to work on the internationally renowned Italian cruise liner Costa. Persistence and experience saw this young, vibrant South African given more responsibilities including choreographing, teaching new dancers, and then eventually being promoted to Dance Captain.
In 2018, he was invited to join the debut season of the international hit show, Dancing With The Stars, in South Africa.
Johannes toured the world in the international dance show Burn The Floor before being headhunted by Strictly Come Dancing and he moved to the UK to dance on the flagship BBC show. In his second series, he was partnered with Catherine Tyldesley and danced the first same-sex routine with fellow Strictly star Graziano Di Prima.
In 2021, he and his celebrity partner, John Waite, made history by being the first all-male partnership to compete on the show. The pair made it to the final and recently won the British LGBT Award for Media Moment of the Year. In 2022, he was partnered with comedian and actress Ellie Taylor.
Johannes will return to the ballroom for his sixth series in September. His first book Jojo: Finally Home will publish on 7 September 2023.
“Give the people what they want and need. Swirl, sip and knock it back. It’s palatable, rich in taste and flavour,” says Johannes. “Served by yours truly… you’re all invited down glamour street. Kindly RSVP to LOVE. Leave all your expectations at the door and welcome to the House of JoJo!”
The UK Tour of Johannes Radebe: House of JoJo is presented by ROYO.
Tickets for Johannes Radebe: House of JoJo (Sunday 7 April 2024) are on sale at mayflower.org.uk or 02380 711811.
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