Cast of Strictly Ballroom

Paul Mercurio plays Scott Hastings, a talented dancer who challenges the traditional rules of ballroom dancing.

Tara Morice portrays Fran, a beginner dancer who partners with Scott and helps him rebel against the establishment.

Bill Hunter plays Barry Fife, the strict and controlling head of the ballroom dance federation, determined to maintain the status quo.

Pat Thomson portrays Shirley Hastings, Scott's ambitious mother who wants him to conform to the established dance rules.

Gia Carides plays Liz Holt, a competitive dancer who is initially Scott's partner but later switches to a more traditional dancer.

Peter Whitford portrays Les Kendall, a former champion dancer who now runs the dance studio and supports Scott's non-traditional approach.

Barry Otto plays Doug Hastings, Scott's father who supports his son's passion for dance.

John Hannan portrays Ken Railings, a judge at the dance competitions who is torn between following the rules and appreciating Scott's talent.

Sonia Kruger plays Tina Sparkle, a glamorous dancer who competes against Fran and Scott in the ballroom competitions.

Kris McQuade portrays Charm Leachman, a dance federation member who is loyal to Barry Fife and his rigid rules.

Pip Mushin plays Wayne Burns, a fellow dancer who is torn between loyalty to the federation rules and admiration for Scott's talent.

Antonio Vargas portrays Rico, a flamboyant dancer who competes against Scott and Fran in the ballroom competitions.