Sheffield hosted performances from cultures across the globe in their themed night ‘The cosmos – time and space’ at its student union.

This is the 53rd year the International Students Committee (ISC) has run the event.

Jia Cheng How, chair of the ISC, said: “the world is getting more international and it is important to know and understand where these people come from.”

He has attended the event in previous years and hoped the audience felt the inspiration he felt when he went.

There were 12 performances during the evening, an increase from previous years with around 700 people attending.

There were performances from both students and external dance groups, “bridging the reach across Sheffield” to share inspiring stories through music and dance.

The Nigerian society performed for the first time at the event.

Nick Oni, a third year student and the president, chose to perform afrobeats and wanted to bring some happiness during these difficult times.

Ore, a member of the Nigerian society, said: “These songs should remind us to love each other.”

While it was the Nigerian society that performed, they stated how they represented all African countries and cultures throughout the evening.

At the event, there were food stalls showcasing different cultural food.

Tendai Taruvinga ,35, founded Veafy, which provides African-inspired dishes. It included food such as Ghanaian-inspired jackfruit, akara skewers and a South African relish.

He said: “The food is all plant-based to make it inclusive and sustainable.”

The celebration highlighted the vibrancy of Sheffield’s diversity and how it strengthens the community.