FOLK and blues musicians have the opportunity to play at a new event in Clayport Library, Durham, tonight.

The first Clayport Unplugged gives local country, folk or blues musicians the chance to perform their own work or cover traditional songs.

Designed to promote local musical talent, admission is by ticket only, with anyone attending given the chance to play or just watch.

The library, opposite the Gala Theatre, in Millennium Place, off Claypath, already sells compact discs by local musicians and the event aims to offer local talent a chance to show off their talents in a smoke-free atmosphere.

Tickets are free and available throughout the day, from the library's digital media suite.

The first act is expected to play at about 7.30pm.