An opportunity to take to the stage at a leading Newcastle theatre is currently on offer as pantomime producers plan a Christmas run of Beauty and the Beast.
Enchanted Entertainment is launching 'Search for Belle' - a bid to find a female lead for its show this year at Tyne Theatre & Opera House. And whoever is picked will land what's described as one of the best pantomime parts around and will appear in the spotlight alongside Sugababes star Amelle Berrabah over the festive season.
Following similar hunts in the past to uncover local talents - such as Gateshead winner Hannah Wales who won a lead role in Aladdin - the company's hope is to find a perfect Belle to join the fairytale cast. Auditions are to be held at the Tyne Theatre on Tuesday, September 6 from 11am onwards.