SOME sing of love or heartbreak, and others of brave deeds - but, for three North-East singers, it's sausage rolls.

Martin Ash, Tom Burrows and Geoff Wagstaff play Bill, Ben and Bob in Richmond Operatic Society's production of Soiree D'Amour, at the town's Georgian Theatre Royal.

As the title suggests, the production, performed from Wednesday, does have a romantic theme.

Many of the guests at a party thrown by a popular member of a small community seem to have love on their mind and the show follows the story of each of their endeavours.

However, one of the highlights is Bill, Ben and Bob's musical tribute to the humble sausage roll - even though they've been provided by a host with a reputation for culinary eccentricity.

Penned by Richmond Operatic Society member Jonathan Heitler and wife Amanda, Soiree D'Amour begins at 7.30pm, with a matinee at 2.30pm next Saturday.

Tickets are available by calling the theatre box office, on (01748) 825252.

Published: 22/11/2003