Luke Jackson

Age: 30

From: Leicester

Ambitious, motivated jazz dancer, ready to explore his full potential

Between the ages of 11-16, Luke trained up to five times a week in jazz, ballet and tap at a local dance school, before joining Laine Theatre Arts aged 18. After graduating, Luke was cast in the ensemble of Saturday Night Fever, and since then has appeared frequently in the West End. He has most recently performed in Pricilla Queen of the Desert.

As well as performing in the West End, Luke has also toured the UK with the hit musical Cats; an ambition he had since he saw the show as a child.

Taking a break from ensemble work, Luke also spent some time as the dance captain in Grease, the musical.

Luke has worked in the dance industry for 10 years and after feeling he’s always taken the safe roles, now feels ready to push himself. “This is such a unique opportunity, one I had to go for” he says.

Now, the jazz dancer is planning to throw himself whole-heartedly into the live shows. “In life I’m laid back and easygoing, but when it comes to dance I’m determined and focused” he says.