A PHOTOGRAPHIC exhibition exploring the world of dance opens in Darlington’s town hall on Monday.

The exhibition, which runs alongside Darlington Dance Festival, features original shots by Pauline Pentony of dancers from Darlington dance schools.

Photographer Ms Pentony, who has won over 100 awards said “I hope the exhibition inspires a lot of people in and around Darlington and shows them the wonderful talent that the dance schools have produced.

“I think it’s nice for the dancers to look back on the hard work they have produced through the photographs and I will be forever grateful to the dancers for the hard work, dedication and patience during some very intense photo sessions. ”

Ms Pentony has been involved with dance since the age of 12 but was forced to retire after 20 years, due to a long term injury.

The Exhibition runs until August 12.