ALMOST 300 children from nine schools come together to perform in celebration of the Queen's Golden Jubilee tonight and tomorrow.

Belmont Comprehensive, on the outskirts of Durham, is joining forces with its eight feeder primary schools to stage the music and dance show at the city's Gala Theatre. The concerts are both sell-outs.

Headteacher Pat Howarth said it will be the largest event of its kind staged at the theatre.

The show features the theme from Star Wars, a Beatles medley, local folk songs, and more, starting at 6.30pm both evenings.