Vampires and tales from the Orient dazzle crowds
Teenagers pulled out all the stops to ensure a thrilling climax on the final night of Rock Challenge.
The dance show had everything - with influences spanning the globe from Japan to Transylvania, and to Southsea beach.
First place went to Bridgemary Community Sports College, Gosport, who stole the show at the Guildhall with their delightful take on the novel and film Memoirs of a Geisha.
Their dramatic performance told the story of Sayuri, a young Japanese girl who is kidnapped and sold on as a servant.
She then goes on to fulfil her dream of becoming the most famous Geisha, a traditional female entertainer performing classical Japanese music and dance.
Stuart McGregor, development manager at the Be Your Best Foundation, which organises the nationwide events, said: 'As it was the last show of a spectacular week a lot of expectation was built and the talent on display was absolutely incredible.
'Bridgemary school were the personification of talent and enthusiasm and truly deserved their win.
'It was a perfect way for us to finish off our run of shows in Portsmouth for 2010.'
Miltoncross School, Portsmouth, picked up two awards for their thought-provoking performance Justin Time, which told the story of a boy who travels through time while flying his kite on Southsea beach.
Staunton Community Sports College, Havant, picked up fifth place for their nightmarish tale A Vampire Weekend.
Bridgemary are the sixth local winners and will now compete for a place in the grand final at the Southern regional final on June 10.
The national final is at the Guildhall on June 12.
ROLL OF HONOUR
First place: Bridgemary Community Sports College
Second place: Walton High
Third place: Crickhowell High School
The Isle of Wight Council Award for Stage Crew: Bridgemary Community Sports College
The Hampshire Police Authority Award for Spirit of Rock Challenge: Bridgemary Community Sports College
The Hampshire Health, Personal Development and Wellbeing Award for Performance Skill: Bridgemary Community Sports College
The Portsmouth City Council Award for Staging: Crickhowell High School
The Isle of Wight Council Award for Drama Skills: Staunton Community Sports College
The Sew n So Award for Costume Design: Miltoncross School
The Visions Unlimited Award for Video Performance: Miltoncross School
The Portsmouth City Council Award for Entertainment: Lipson Community College
The Hampshire Constabulary Award for Set Design: Downside Middle School
The Day 2 Day Teachers Award for Hair Design: Downside Middle School
The TEGA Award for Lighting Design: Glenmoor School for Girls
The Hampshire Constabulary Performers' Choice Award: St Gregory The Great RC School
The Hampshire Health, Personal Well Development and Wellbeing Award for Concept Interpretation: St Gregory The Great RC School
The Hampshire County Council Award for Make-Up Design: Walton High
The Hampshire Police Authority Award for Choreography: Walton High
The Hampshire County Council Award for Concept Originality: Worle Community School
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