TALENTED youngsters of all ages will tread the boards this weekend to highlight their forthcoming productions.

More than 200 performers in Durham Gala Theatre Stage School's junior and senior sections will take part in the school's Easter Showcase.

The five to 18-year-olds will sing songs from musicals including Chicago, Peter Pan, Les Miserables, Riverdance and We Will Rock You tomorrow and on Sunday.

The school will perform A Chorus Line in late June and Les Miserables in August, while the junior section will stage the musical version of Peter Pan in mid-June.

Lisa Thorner, who is in her last year as school director, said: "It has been very hectic getting all of the shows within the show together, but with the help of the older ones in the company, the weekend will show off the talent that is in Durham."

Performances will be at 2pm and 7pm on both days.

Tickets are £8, and £6 for concessions, available from the box office on 0191-332 4041.