Dazzling acts show Grimsby's got real talent

GRIMSBY proved it has talent as singers, dancers and comedians took to the stage in a community variety show.

Organised by the Supporters Of Freshney Communities group, the event at John Whitgift Academy showcased the best of local talent in the area to an eager audience of youngsters from surrounding schools.

After a grueling audition process, 18 acts made it through to the final show.

From the dazzling singing voice of 13-year-old Molly Wells and the comedy stylings of 17-year-old Aaron Hayes, the performance had something for everyone.

Organiser Liam Kiff, 16, said: "It is amazing and everything has come together perfectly.

"I am glad to see that so many people came to see it.

"There's been a lot of hard work and dedication which has gone into this to raise money for Whitgift and projects in the community."

Liam organised the event alongside Jo Mayben, 30, and Kate Moore, 39.

The teenager gave a rendition of the top Tom Jones hit, It's Not Unusual, as his contribution and also acted as compere.

"It's great to think that we made it happen and watching everyone on stage was just awesome," he added.

Kate is a former Whitgift student and said: "It was weird to be back behind the scenes.

"I remember taking part in Christmas productions. It's been a raging success so far.

"The kids have been a dream to work with and I'm massively proud of everyone."

Nine-year-old Lucy Moore performed the famous song Tomorrow, from the musical Annie, with her teddy bear Sammy in tow.

She said: "I chose this song because it's the one I'm best at.

"I was so pleased when I got through the auditions and even more pleased when so many people came to see us all."

Fellow performer Christina Hanslow, 17, said: "It's been five weeks of hard work but we got here in the end!"

And actor Adam Hayes added: "It's been great fun meeting and working with some great new people."