A CHRISTMAS panto with a twist is being performed by drama students at a Teesside college.

Performing arts students from Stockton Riverside College have chosen a comedy version of Jekyll and Hyde as this year's pantomime.

Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde - Make Mine a Double - includes slapstick comedy, corny jokes and a gothic twist.

The students were tasked with taking responsibility for all aspects of the show from organising costumes to putting together a marketing plan.

With rehearsals now well underway, a selection of the cast members took a step back in time with a visit to Preston Hall Museum’s Victorian Street.

Performing Arts Level 2 student, (CORR) Maria Balatucen, 17, said: “We are really excited about the pantomime as we have been working really hard."

It will be performed at the Margaret Armstrong Theatre, Stockton Riverside Theatre, Teesdale, Stockton, on Monday, December 8 and Tuesday, December 9.

Tickets are £5 adults and concessions £3. To book, visit intelligent-tickets.co.uk