Blackpool's world famous Hot Ice show is marking the 70th summer of spectacular action with an exhibition showcasing the history of the Pleasure Beach Arena.
Former Prime Ministers, Winston Churchill and Anthony Eden are amongst those who have taken up their seats in the world's oldest purpose-built ice arena since the first shows in 1937.
Reflections Art on Ice at the Pleasure Beach's Gallery features a colourful array of costume designs, programmes, posters, costumes, props and photographs from all 70 shows, as well as a selection of modern art inspired by the show and memorabilia from some famous names associated with Hot Ice.
Betty Callaway, a star of the ice show in the 1940s who went on to coach Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean has provided a collection of photographs from her own collection while another former Olympian and Hot Ice star, Oula Jaaskeleinen, has provided skates.
There are costumes from the legendary art-deco designer, McKnight-Kauffer, famous for his London Underground posters and a specially designed centrepiece by Steve Hellam, who has created many sets and backgrounds for Hot Ice.
Over at the arena, award winning director, Amanda Thompson and choreographer, Phil Winston, have created two distinct sections to this year's Hot Ice extravaganza.
Chill, described as ice cool innovation' featuring smooth jazz and blues sounds with dramatic style. Amarin reflects the powers of the planets while also paying tribute to the first ever Blackpool ice show, Marina, from 1937.
Reflections Art on Ice is at the Pleasure Beach's Gallery from April 7 to April 30 during park opening hours. Admission is free.
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