Britain’s would-be stars will be competing in the long-awaited return of Britain’s Got Talent in a matter of days.
The popular show returns to our screens after a two year absence and we are getting you in the mood for stage performances with a look at some talent shows closer to home.
From Hylton Red House to Hetton and Holy Family Church to Sunderland High School, you have certainly shown talent of your own over the years.
So as you get ready for a feast of stage entertainment with one of Britain’s best-loved shows, see if these archive scenes bring back happy memories for you.
From Hylton Red House to Hetton and Holy Family Church to Sunderland High School, you have certainly shown talent of your own over the years.
5. Stars on stage in Hetton
Hetton School's sixth annual talent show saw quite a turnout in 2005. Photo: PB
6. A sellout in 2009
The Holy Family Church talent show was a sellout success in 2009. Were you there? Photo: DA
7. All for charity at Sunderland High School
Back to 2006 and these Sunderland High School students were raising money for the British Heart Foundation by holding a talent show. Photo: CA
8. Seaham's got bags of talent
The St Mary Magdalene's RC School talent show in 2009. Photo: AB