The Waltham Forest College Has Got Talent Show brought together an array of artistry including singing, rapping, beatboxing and comedy. Auditions were held prior to the main showcase which took place in May. 17 students attempted to wow a panel of judges who would decide whether they had the talent to perform.
An audience of over 150 waited for the 8 finalists. The student common room was filled with energy and more importantly talent. The level of audience appreciation was used to judge each performance as the artists displayed their skills with enthusiasm and emotion.
BTEC National Certificate student Aroda Ryan was delighted and proud to be named Waltham Forest College Has Got Talent Winner. Aroda’s rendition of ‘Ready for Love’ by India Arie, with accompaniment by Engineering BTEC National Diploma Student Ade Damilola on guitar, won the hearts of the audience. Aroda was presented with a trophy, £100 and a voucher to the Waltham Forest College Hair and Beauty Salon for a pamper day. Second place and third place went to Tanika Richards, an RnB singer and Sara Hassan, a pop singer. The 7 runners up were Shannyce Oswald, Kevin Obrefo, Erik Obot, Mrinal Madub, Sid Zenaf, Zino Bouakaz and Ashley Cooper Clarke.
Aroda said “I’m thrilled to have won. I love singing but maybe lack the confidence to sing more in public. After this, I feel able to perform in front of crowds and I look forward to my next performance. I would like to thank Ade for accompanying me and also the WFC crowd for choosing me as the winner.”
Student Union President Batula Sharif added “the talent surpassed last year’s because of the diversity. Waltham Forest College really does have talent.”
The event was organised by the College’s Student Union who will now be putting their efforts into organising the End of year Student Ball.
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