The Watermill Theatre has announced a special one-off fundraising event.

'In Conversation with Shirley Ballas' will be the first event in a new collaboration with Hungerford Bookshop.

The event will see the BBC One Strictly Come Dancing head judge and world Latin champion take to the stage at the theatre on October 23 to talk about her new book, 'Dance to the Death.'

Tickets for the event start at £36 and include a copy of the book, and a signing after the show.

The Watermill Theatre's executive director, Claire Murray, said: "We are thrilled to be working with our friends at Hungerford Bookshop on what we hope will be the first of many collaborative events.

"We champion new writing on stage at the Watermill, and it’s so exciting to expand on that and celebrate new writing from the page too."

The theatre has been home to Strictly stars before, with Oti Mabuse and Craig Revel Horwood bringing their choreographic talents to previous productions.

Ms Murray added: "We hope Shirley will feel right at home here.

"This partnership with Hungerford Bookshop is especially important to us at this time, as we continue to navigate a future with no statutory funding.

"Collaborating with independent creative organisations at the heart of the community is a great way for us to support each other and continue to deliver work that welcomes everyone to enjoy the magic of storytelling."

Emma from Hungerford Bookshop said: "Hungerford Bookshop is delighted to be working with the Watermill Theatre - it holds a special place in so many hearts.

"Books and plays bring stories to life, and we look forward to introducing audiences to interesting authors and literature at this important arts space.

"Our first joint event will be a lively, fun and frank interview with star of Strictly, Shirley Ballas.

"We can't wait to hear what she has to say about her latest murder mystery - full of suspects and spice.

"And maybe she'll give away some Strictly secrets too."

Shirley Ballas' book will be published in hardback by HQ on October 10, and will also be available in eBook and audio.

It follows Lily Richmond and Susie Cooper, who wish for a peaceful Christmas after solving a series of murders at Blackpool Tower Ballroom, unexpectedly find a dead body backstage at the Royal Albert Hall.

Tickets for the event can be bought online from the theatre's website.