A POPULAR musical will take to the stage tonight and tomorrow.

Staff and pupils at Ian Ramsey School, Stockton, have been preparing for their annual pantomime. This year they are putting on a performance of Grease.

Clare Pearson, English and drama teacher, said: "What we lack in glamour we certainly make up for in enthusiasm, despite being more than ready for the Christmas break, the staff have rallied round to help in this fundraising event for the Butterwick Hospice."

The panto will take place at the school tonight and tomorrow at 7.30pm. Tickets are available from the school, priced £3.

For details, call (01642) 585205.