The stage lights rose on a night of pure creativity and inspiration as South Bank Colleges’ performing arts students took to the theatre at Lambeth College for South Bank Colleges Has Got Talent — a dazzling showcase held in celebration of Black History Month.

The event was a joyful blend of music, movement, and storytelling. The audience was treated to an eclectic mix of performances — from soulful singing and expressive poetry to energetic rap, passionate readings, and skillful instrumentals. There were both group and solo acts, each one bursting with personality and flair.

The evening built to a spectacular finale — an elegant 1930s jazz-inspired choreography that brought the house down and highlighted the students’ professionalism, discipline, and artistic confidence.

Between performances, the audience was treated to fascinating Did You Know? moments spotlighting Black excellence through history — including pioneering figures such as Madam C.J. Walker, the first self-made female millionaire in the United States; inventor Lonnie Johnson, who created the Super Soaker; the great humanitarian and boxing legend Muhammad Ali; Alfred L. Cralle, the inventor of the ice cream scoop; and Sister Rosetta Tharpe, whose innovative guitar style helped shape rock and roll.

These moments of learning and celebration beautifully complemented the live performances, reminding everyone that Black culture and creativity have long been at the heart of innovation, art, and progress.

A huge well done to all the incredibly talented students who performed, and a heartfelt thank you to Ayesha Osborne and the entire Performing Arts teaching team for organising such a vibrant and inspiring event.

It was an evening that perfectly captured the spirit of South Bank Colleges — celebrating creativity, diversity, and the power of young voices to inspire change.