- June 21, 2025
Flagler County celebrated its rising stars during the 16th annual Spotlight on Flagler Youth Talent Show, hosted by the Flagler County Youth Center, on Thursday, May 29, at the Fitzgerald Performing Arts Center.
The showcase featured some of the community’s most talented young performers and concluded with the announcement of the 2025 Entertainers of the Year. The winners represented a diverse range of talent across three age divisions:
Junior Division — Winners: Emma and Sarah Duncan. Runner-up: Laurel Duffy
Middle Division — Winner: Sophia Paige. Runner-up: Brianna Fune
Senior Division — Winner: Isabella Derie. Runners-up: K'imani Gervin-McCoy and Lorelei Kilmer
“We are incredibly proud of every student who took the stage this year,” said Brandon Seminara, the Flagler County Youth Center's director. “Spotlight on Flagler Youth continues to be a celebration of the amazing creativity and talent that thrives in our community.”
The judges included former Flagler County School Board member Cheryl Massaro; Flagler County Commission Chair Andy Dance; Flagler Schools Director of Student Services John Fanelli; and former Flagler County Education Foundation assistant director Christy Butler.
The Spotlight on Flagler Youth Talent Show offers young artists a professional stage to showcase their abilities while gaining confidence and receiving community recognition.
