A Darlington drama group has put its own spin on the classic children's tale Pinocchio to help deliver a serious message.
St Augustine's Repertory Society, known as Stars, is performing the slightly re-worked play at St Augustine's Parish Centre, in Larchfield Street, Darlington, from Wednesday to Saturday.
Performer Mike Webber said the production had been modernised to incorporate warnings to children about being wary of strangers.
"It's great fun and has all the magic but we've reworked it a little to change the message," he said.
"The original story basically says 'do what grown-ups tell you', which isn't always appropriate. We say: 'Be careful and use your common sense.'"
Friday and Saturday performances are sold out but tickets for the Wednesday and Thursday shows cost £4 for adults and £3 for children. They are available from Williams the Music People, in Blackwellgate, and the tourist information centre.
Performances start at 7.30pm each night.
Published: 19/01/2004
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