Strictly Come Dancing has experienced several notable changes in the past year, including the departure of longtime hosts Claudia Winkleman and Tess Daly, the loss of several popular dancers, and the launch of a new spin-off show. These changes are believed to be part of the BBC's efforts to attract a younger audience. However, recent updates to the show's format have led to mixed reactions from fans. The BBC recently shared a video showing how the dancers will reveal their routines for the first live show of the 2026 series. Instead of sharing individual performance clips, cast members will write their names and dance details on a sign-up sheet. This differs from previous years, when dancers posted short videos to announce their routines. Some fans have criticized the new method, expressing a preference for the traditional approach. On social media, fans voiced their concerns. Emma Corbett wrote on Instagram, "I hope next week it is back to the nice little video with what dance and song on a Tuesday!! Please." Emily Godden added, "Can we at least keep the normal song reveal format? We have enough change already," while Elliebecsf stated, "I miss the old way of announcing the dances." Similar frustrations appeared on online forums, with Reddit users commenting on the difficulty of reading the new format and questioning the need for the change. Despite the criticism, many fans remain excited about the upcoming live show and are looking forward to seeing the dancers practice their routines. The first live show of Strictly Come Dancing 2026 is scheduled for Saturday, September 26, at 6:15pm on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.