A POPULAR performing arts school for children will return for the new term next month.

Middlesbrough Town Hall Performing Arts offers students a unique opportunity to work, develop and increase skills in acting, voice work, singing, dancing and movement in the heart of Middlesbrough.

There are classes for seven- to 11-year-olds from 10am to 1pm and 12- to 16-year-olds from 1.30pm to 4.30pm. Sessions cost £7 and block booking is required for every half term.

Tutors Chloe Bell, Victoria Holtom, Sarah Atkinson and David Tuffnell have a wide variety of drama school backgrounds including LAMDA, Central School of Speech and Drama, Arts Educational Schools and Italia Conti, along with teachers who work professionally throughout the North East.

Mr Tuffnell said: “This is not only a chance for children to learn new performance techniques but classes can also build confidence, improve communication skills and give children the chance to be part of a company where they can make new friends for life.”

And there is a free taster session offer for anyone who has not attended the classes before. The first session takes place on Saturday, September 12.

For further information or to claim a free taster session contact Middlesbrough Town Hall box office on 01642-729729 and quote MTH Taster.