Puttin' on the Ritz

Anton & Erin took to the road in 2011 with their sensational new show, 'Puttin' on the Ritz', choreographed by Alan Harding, and accompanied by some of the country's best concert orchestras conducted by Richard Balcombe.

Anton & Erin were joined by four wonderful young dancers, Francine Cornell, Lisa Dent, Ben Campbell and Tom Goodall in celebrating the music of iconic composers including Kander & Ebb, Irving Berlin and Cole Porter, with timeless tunes such as Cry Me A River, That Old Black Magic, and Beyond The Sea.

Anton & Erin were also delighted to welcome talented singer Lance Ellington (son of bandleader Ray Ellington) to the stage — renowned for his performances on 'Strictly Come Dancing'. Vocal treats also included Anton & Lance's superb duet to Cole Porter's 'Well Did You Evah' and Erin's solo rendition of John Kander's 'Me and My Baby', to rapturous applause.

For many, seeing Anton & Erin perform live is the only way to truly appreciate the pace and precision of their dances. 'Puttin' on the Ritz' featured their signature dances and crowd-pleasers: the Quickstep, and the Foxtrot — personal favourites of theirs, amidst stunning routines of the best loved ballroom and latin classics.

Anton & Erin are the perfect hosts, ensuring their show has something for everyone with a thoroughly entertaining balance of dance, music, nostalgia and comedy.

Anton — ever the master of the wisecrack: deadpan, and sidelong glance — takes the opportunity to let his charm and personality shine, whilst Erin wows the audiences with stunning gowns, elegance and her effervescent sparkle.

A perfect double-act, it's no surprise 2011's 'Puttin' on the Ritz' as well as Anton & Erin's two previous tours – 'Cheek to Cheek' in 2009, and 'Steppin' Out' in 2010 – received rave reviews and much acclaim.

Nestled in 27 acres of open parkland, Wroxall Abbey Estate occupies a unique setting amidst the peace and tranquillity of the Warwickshire countryside. For selected weekends, they extend their warm welcome to all dancing enthusiasts for exclusive residential Dancing Breaks, hosted by Anton & Erin.

Your weekend stay will include dancing lessons with the ballroom maestros to help you improve your technique. It will also close with a superb dinner, followed by a spectacular cabaret performance from Anton & Erin featuring demonstrations of all the traditional ballroom dances and stunning costume changes.

With their reassuring and lively personalities — in addition to their expert knowledge and vast teaching experience — you are sure to feel immediately at ease and to have great fun as you enjoy your weekend of dance. All levels of dancing ability are welcomed and specific Dance Breaks for beginners or intermediate dancers are also available.