THE show will go on for Northallerton's operatic society thanks to a multi-talented performer.

The society faced a crisis in August when the director for this month's production of Annie, Beryl Dixon, had to pull out when her husband was taken ill. Hard-pushed to find a new director, members feared that the performance would have to be cancelled.

Luckily, Jack Horton, who is only staying in the market town for a month, has agreed to help out and members are rehearsing seven days a week to perfect the show.

Jack has had a career as an actor, singer, dancer, pianist, producer, choreographer and cruise director. He has appeared on stage, on television and aboard luxury liners. He spent five years as a dancer for the BBC and ITV and has also directed many revues.

The society says audiences are in for a treat with its production. Annie will be showing at the Hambleton Forum between Monday, October 21 and Saturday, October 26. For tickets call (01609) 770936.