THE antics of a legendary cowgirl are being brought to life by singer and actress Toyah Wilcox in Sunderland this week.

The former punk princess and star of numerous films, television and stage shows is to take on the lead role in the action-packed comedy Calamity Jane. The show stems from the golden age of Hollywood musicals, when Doris Day played the leading lady, and includes classic songs such as Windy City and The Deadwood Stage.

Performances at Sunderland's Empire Theatre run until Saturday. Tickets are priced between £10 and £26.