Young dancer crowned Kids Got Talent champion
• Each finalist received a gold medal, a certificate, and gifts from sponsors after delivering stellar performances to an applauding audience at the Kids Got Talent competition at the Chow King hall in Little Manila, Salmiyah.
By Ricky Laxa
Staff Writer
Ten-year-old Zailyn Raine Brizule won the grand prize at the Kids Got Talent competition, held Friday morning at the Chow King hall in Little Manila, Salmiyah.
Zean Kayner Gelacio secured second place with a dance performance set to a mix of popular songs, while Christian Regidor claimed third place with his rendition of “When You Tell em That You Love Me.”
Among the 11 other finalists, aged five to ten, were Yashmagne Espineda, Galadriel Zoe Orbigozo, Scarlett Amor Numan, Chloe Antoinette Mrad, Elisha Gulmatico, Joemar Davis Nofies, Cassius Grei Magsino, and Historia Reiss Vivas. The finalists performed popular dances and songs featured in the program.
DJ Mon, a well-known segment host, entertained the audience with a popular song, prompting the children to run to the front and dance, much to the delight of the crowd. He also delivered an inspiring rendition of “The Greatest Love of All” as an intermission number.
Judging the final competition were members of the Kuwait diplomatic community, Ms. Osrinikita Zubhanafrom the Embassy of Indonesia and Mr. Nguyen Huu Ducfrom the Embassy of Vietnam. “The kids were highly competitive, and their confidence in delivering their performances was truly impressive. Giving high scores to each one was inevitable,” commented Ms. Zubhana.
“Mr. Nguyen had nothing but praise for the children’s incredible talents and the unwavering support from their parents. “We hope more kids join this upcoming club, where they can be mentored and further develop their passion for the arts,” he stated.
Plaques of appreciation were presented to the judges in recognition of their challenging task. Parents expressed gratitude as the finalists delivered their best performances, with applause filling the room from start to finish.
Each finalist received a gold medal, a certificate of participation, and gifts courtesy of generous sponsors. The grand prize winner was awarded a trophy, an iPad, and a return ticket to the Philippines. The second-place winner received a trophy and an iPad, while the third-place winner was also awarded a trophy and an iPad.
All prizes were sponsored, with the return ticket to the Philippines provided by Travel Club, medals and trophies by Berry Blast, iPads by Maryam Hassan Recruitment Agency, and loot bags and giveaway items by Jollibee and Chow King.
Additional contributions included Labubu bags from Al Zafeera Salon, drinking mugs from Aroma Café and Restaurant, and rehearsal space courtesy of Adorable Kids. Other generous donors included YazzemirRecruitment Agency, Ali Abbas Karam Recruitment Agency, Al Buraq Express Agency, Pag-IBIG Fund, and Manyaman Restaurant.
The organizer extends its gratitude to Ariel De La Cruz, Country Manager, along with the staff and crew of Jollibee and Chow King for their tireless support; DJ Mon for his vocal performances; Ms. Stepp Zulueta for hosting the event; and The Times Kuwait for publishing articles about the event.
The event organizer also announced the formation of the first Kids Got Talent Club, which will welcome children of various nationalities to join. A series of workshops will be available for children in the coming weeks. For more details, please call: 55650296.
