A THEATRICAL take on Northern nightlife is on show at Darlington’s Civic Theatre this week.

Bouncers is by acclaimed West Yorkshire playwright John Godber, and has been performed all over the world.

The show features several ex-soap actors in starring roles, including former EastEnders stars Ace Bhatti, Ian Reddington and Don Gilet, who are joined on the door by Holby City’s William Ilkley.

Opening tonight (Wednesday, November 14), the production continues tomorrow (Thursday) at 7.30pm, and at 6pm and 9pm Friday.

The run finishes with a performance at 8pm on Saturday night.

Tickets are priced from £18 to £24.50. Book by calling 01325-486555 or visit darlingtonarts.co.uk. The play is recommended for those aged 14 and over.