Skegness stars Belinda and Elsie through to next round of Britain’s Got Talent after opera twist on Pony
Skegness singer Elsie is celebrating after she and performing partner Belinda won through to the next round of Britain’s Got Talent with a memorable audition on Saturday night.
The operatic duo Belinda and Elsie impressed judges and viewers by transforming the hit song Pony into a high-brow opera performance on the ITV talent show.
Their unusual take on the well-known track brought laughter, surprise and applause from the audience as they delivered a performance that blended classical vocals with a playful modern twist.
The pair did enough to secure four ‘yeses’ and a place in the next stage of the competition, keeping alive hopes of landing the show’s £250,000 prize and a coveted spot at the Royal Variety Performance.
For Skegness, the successful audition marks another proud moment for local talent on the national stage, with many viewers cheering on Elsie from home.
Fans took to social media after the show to praise the performance, with many describing the act as entertaining, unexpected and brilliantly original.
The latest success means Belinda and Elsie now move one step closer to the live rounds as the competition continues.
Residents in Skegness will no doubt be watching closely to see how far the local star can go.