The climactic scene of the beloved film, Dirty Dancing, has a way of making hearts flutter.
Now, imagine that same scene, but on an ice rink.
It’s a concept that elevates the magic to an entirely new level, leaving you breathless.
Prepare to be spellbound by the performance that follows, brought to life by professional skaters, Ondrej Hotarek and Stefania Berton.
If you’re a fan of the 80s classic, Dirty Dancing, there’s likely a multitude of reasons why it holds a special place in your heart.
Perhaps you identified with Baby, the protagonist from a strict family, or maybe with Johnny.
Regardless, the film had a way of keeping your eyes glued to the screen.
Over the years, numerous performers have recreated the iconic “(I’ve Had) The Time of My Life” scene.
From professional dancers to newlyweds at their wedding reception, these renditions never fail to make our hearts skip a beat.
The dance routine is far from simple. Remember how long it took Baby to suppress her giggles when Johnny touched her underarm?
And let’s not forget the “lift move,” a feat that was an achievement to master in its own right.
However, the complexity of the dance hasn’t deterred others from mastering the iconic scene, often adding their own unique twist.
When Italian skaters Ondrej and Stefania took to the rink at the Kings on Ice event, it was clear that something magical was about to unfold.
Dressed in black, Ondrej mirrored Johnny’s attire, while Stefania donned a version of Baby’s pink ballerina dress.
As the opening notes of “Time of My Life” filled the room, a wave of anticipation swept over the audience.
Ondrej, channeling Patrick Swayze, beckoned Stefania to join him with the iconic “come here” finger gesture.
He then gently caressed her arm, a signal to the audience that the most epic routine was about to commence.
In an instant, the pair transformed into Johnny and Baby on ice, performing the classic dance moves before embarking on a graceful glide around the rink.
The audience clapped and cheered in time with the music, a song that garnered numerous awards following the film’s release, including an Academy Award, a Grammy, and a Golden Globe.
At one point, Ondrej even launched Stefania into the air, where she spun gracefully, adding their own unique flair to the routine.
It was a sight to behold, leaving everyone wondering: could they actually execute the legendary lift move on ice?
Ondrej and Stefania didn’t just conquer the lift once – they performed it multiple times throughout the routine, each time with a unique twist.
The first time, Ondrej hoisted Stefania above his head, her arms spread wide like a bird’s wings as he spun her around.
The performance continued, blending steps from the film with professional ice-skating moves.
It was a spectacle unlike any other, and certainly not something Johnny and Baby ever attempted!
The duo had their own version of a grand finale, which came in the form of a second “lift.”
This time, it was even more spectacular.
Stefania was held aloft by Ondrej’s outstretched arm, one leg reaching towards the heavens as they skated around the ice.
It was a moment that surely left every onlooker’s jaw on the floor.
Get ready to be awestruck as you watch their daring performance below!
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