Budding performers are getting the chance to tread the boards at a town talent show this weekend.

Arts North Norfolk is organising two big talent and variety shows at the Atrium theatre on Spenser Avenue, North Walsham, on Saturday.

They come towards the end of North Walsham Festival week being held in the town by the arts charity.

Joseph Ballard, director of Arts North Norfolk, said: 'The North Walsham Festival is about celebrating talent, both local and from afar. The talent show is a great way to encourage everyone of all ages to get involved.

'We'll mix some variety acts among the talent show entries to create a big show for North Walsham – come and support local talent and have a great time in some good company.'

The shows will be staged at 4pm and 7.30pm on June 27 and auditions for entrants will be held beforehand. All ages are welcome.

The shows are aiming to attract a range of performers from singers and musicians to comics, dancers, magicians, jugglers or speciality acts.

For more information or tickets (£6, concessions £5) contact Arts North Norfolk at No. 1, Market Place, North Walsham, on 01692 218060, or visit www.artsnorthnorfolk.org