THE show must go on for one amateur hopeful who has taken the traditional showbiz advice to a break a leg a little too seriously.
Stephen Westgarth will still co-direct, co-produce and appear in this year's youth pantomime at his home in Delves Lane, Consett.
The 14-year-old, who broke his left leg on a school skiing holiday in Austria, performs in the show, A Journey Through Pantoland, before operating the lights and sound.
"He's all right in himself, but he would have loved a more active role really," said his father, Tony Westgarth.
"But he's enjoying it, and, of course, he knew the show absolutely had to go on."
The show is being performed by youngsters aged between ten and 14, and Stephen, of Moorside School, in Consett, has worked with drama teacher Charlotte Stephenson to help direct and produce it.
It will start at Delves Lane Village Hall from January 24 to January 27. Tickets cost £1.50 for children and adults and are available at the village hall or by calling (01207) 507180.
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