A LOCAL pantomime group is gearing up for their big summer show this August.

The Bridport Pantomime Players will be back to present their first performance of 'Showtime' in two years.

It will be held in August on Thursday 11 and Friday 12 at 7.30pm at the Salway Ash Village Hall.

A spokesperson said: "We’re back with our first ‘Showtime’ in two years and we can’t wait.

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"With songs from Legally Blonde, The Supremes and a special medley of our lockdown videos to name but a few acts. This variety show has something for everyone."

The Bridport Pantomime Players is a local, self-funded group established since 1965.

Tickets are £5 and are available from Carpet World on West Street in Bridport or by calling 01308 425828.