STAGE-STRUCK people in Weardale and Teesdale can get involved in local community theatre by attending the Castle Players' first read through of this summer's production, Shakespear's A Midsummer Night's Dream.

The reading will take place on February 26, at 7pm, at The Witham Hall, Barnard Castle.

Casting is incomplete and anyone over 16 is welcome. No previous acting experience is required. Backstage and technical crew are also required.

This year the Castle Players are joined by a new professional director.

Find out more about The Castle Players at www.communigate.co.uk/ne/thecastleplayers