Spotlight! The Big North Lincolnshire Talent Show took place at The Baths Hall on Saturday 20 April 2024 to a packed audience of over 500 people.
The event was opened by The Baths Hall Vocal Collective, one of Scunthorpe Theatres’ resident community singing groups, and from there, all 12 finalists took their own memorable moment in the spotlight.
Compere Darren Johnson (aka local panto star Annie Fanny) entertained the crowd with his usual wit and comedic timing and guest act, local singer Henry, gave a captivating performance which led into the show’s grand finale and announcement of the winner.
The Mayor of North Lincolnshire, Cllr Janet Longcake, led the panel of judges, who had the very difficult task of deciding the final top three acts of the evening. The standard of the 12 finalists was so high, that it was difficult to guess who would eventually be crowned the winner.
The judges’ decision saw Flyn Watson (freestyle dancer), Street Beat Elite (street dance group) and Ruby Lewin (classical singer) named as the final top three, and with a nail biting, clock ticking countdown, Darren Johnson gave a final dramatic pause before announcing that the audience had voted Ruby Lewin as the overall winner.
Ruby’s rendition of ‘Time To Say Goodbye’ had the audience enthralled and her clear and effortless voice saw her crowned the champion of Spotlight! The Big North Lincolnshire Talent Show.
Mayor of North Lincolnshire Cllr Janet Longcake says: “I was absolutely blown away with the array of talent we have right here in North Lincolnshire, and it was an honour to be part of such a special and entertaining evening.
“It was extremely difficult to separate the 12 finalists, but Ruby’s performance at the end of the show was just breathtakingly flawless and secured her the number one spot at the top. She is a very deserving winner and all the finalists delivered a show of such quality and professionalism, that ensured the talent show was a great evening for all who came.”
Sponsors of the event Jason Threadgold Funeral Directors attended The Baths Hall last week to present the deserving winner, Ruby Lewin, with a cheque for £1,000.
Jason Threadgold said: “We are all about the community, especially locally and if we can help give somebody a leg up in doing what they really want to do, we will.”
Nichola Threadgold added: “Ruby thoroughly deserves the prize; she has done extremely well and we wish her all the best in the future.”
Ruby is making plans to study at the Royal Northern College of Music in Manchester later this year, where she will make good use of the prize money.
Speaking at the presentation evening Ruby said: “It was just incredible, and I couldn’t believe it when they said my name! It’s been an amazing experience and opportunity. Everybody was so lovely and supportive on the day, and I would advise anybody thinking about applying in the future to just go for it!”
Image shows: Jason Threadgold, Ruby Lewin, Nichola Threadgold
