Have a standout performance

SHINE

Think of what the sun does on a clear day or how a polished surface reflects light. It’s also what you might do when you excel in front of an audience.

"Have a standout performance" hints at excelling or being noticeable, which is what "shine" means when someone performs exceptionally well. The word also plays on its literal meaning—light standing out in the dark—reinforcing the idea of being prominent. It’s a straightforward double meaning where the answer fits both the figurative and literal sense of the clue.