CULT production Return to the Forbidden Planet opened at Darlington's Civic Theatre this week.

The musical which was inspired by a rock 'n roll version of Macbeth, was written by Bob Carlton, and won an Olivier Award for Musical of the Year in 1989.

The cast of the current touring version includes Spike Milligan's daughter, Jane.

The musical is being staged at the Civic Theatre until Saturday.

For tickets, contact the box office on (01325) 486555.