Blazing the stage!

Hamilton Spectator

27-05-2025

A lip sync contest was held recently at St. Saint John the Baptist elementary school in Belle River as part of Catholic Education Week.
Students from Gr. 3 through 8 took part in the first annual event
that included 13 participating acts.
The event was organized by Mme. Scott, Mme. Poisson and Mrs. Ebert to show the amazing talent of students at the school.
'This is our first ever 'Blazing the Stage' lip sync battle,' said Scott. 'The event has been so successful we're looking to make this an annual event and tradition we can continue.'
Students have been preparing for the event for two months.
'We went through an audition process and then assisted the students in polishing up their acts,' added Mme. Poisson.
Twenty-two acts applied which was cut down to 13.
'It was definitely a competition, and students knew that they would be expected to give 100 per cent to the singing, dancing and bring the energy,' said Scott.
Both teachers concur that this is an important event to showcase the arts.
'A lot of kids have different talents and maybe everyone isn't an athlete or into sports…this gives those students a chance to shine,' said Scott. 'As well as allows every student to take part in the arts.'
Fifth grader George, 'The Moonwalker' came out on top with his rendition of Michael Jackson's Billy Jean. Second place went to Carly (Little Kitten) performing 'Girls Just Want to have Fun.' Third place went to The Wannababes.
'I was a little shocked by winning first place and I was a little nervous till I let all my energy out,' he said. 'This is quite an honour.'
He hopes to continue his performing ways and possibly pursue a career in the arts.
'I didn't have to prepare that much as I already knew the dance,' he added.
Students were treated to a rousing rendition of 'We Like to Party' by faculty members.
Special thanks to judges Mrs. Turner, Mrs. Santin and Mr. Tremblay.