AN acclaimed young ballet company is bringing a production of Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream to the North-East this week.

Independent Ballet Wales will perform at Hartlepool Town Hall Theatre on Friday, to the music of Mendelssohn.

The company of young group of dancers are pushing back the barriers of classical ballet.

The performance starts at 7.30pm and tickets cost £12, or £11 for concessions. To book call the box office on (01429) 890000.

There will also be a free ballet workshop for ticket holders.