STRICTLY dancer Nadiya Bychkova casts a spell on partner Kai Widdrington as they began their Behind the Magic tour.

The Strictly stars kicked off their run of performances in Newcastle’s Glasshouse theatre.

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Nadiya Bychkova casts a spell on partner Kai Widdrington as they began their Behind the Magic tourCredit: BackGrid

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The couple kicked off their run of performances in Newcastle’s Glasshouse theatreCredit: BackGrid

Nadiya, 34, performed high kicks as she danced solo in a number of outfits, including a barely-there pink dress, a white tuxedo dress and a black outfit with thigh high PVC boots.

Their families were in the audience to watch the first night, with Kai, 28, close to tears when he spoke about how much his parents helped him chase his dreams.

They will return to Strictly later this year and will be paired with a new batch of celebrities vying for the Glitterball trophy.

The BBC show’s first ever blind contestant will take part this year.

The Sun revealed yesterday how comedian Chris McCausland had signed up to take part.

Nadiya and Kai started dating after meeting on Strictly in 2022.

Their 25 date tour will see them play at venues around the country before they finish up in Southampton on June 30.

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Nadiya danced solo in a numbe in a black outfit with thigh high PVC bootsCredit: BackGrid