HUNDREDS of twinkle-toed dancers from across the region are showing off their talents at a dance festival.

The youngsters, aged between three and 18, are taking part in Hartlepool Stage Dance Festival at the town hall theatre this week.

Dancers from Hartlepool, Middlesbrough, Stockon and South Shields are taking part in the event, which has been organised by Elwick Academy of Dance.

The festival at Hartlepool runs from 9am until 9pm today and tomorrow, and entry costs £3 at the door.