Youngsters are being offered the chance to take part in a hit musical.

For 20 years, Songtime Theatre Arts has trained students for careers in the entertainment industry.

Now, the professional theatre company is offering youngsters the chance to take part in Hairspray, the story of teenager Tracy Turnblad who becomes a celebrity overnight after appearing on a TV dance show.

Anyone aged between seven and 22 can join one of the open auditions, which will be held in May.

Founder and principal Matthew Chandler said: “We expect those members selected to be part of the company to work hard and dedicate their time with us to gain their full potential.”

Auditions take place at Isleworth Blue School on Tuesday, May 12, at 6.30pm.

Successful auditionees will perform in the musical in September.