ONE of the country's leading actors will be in the North-East this month on a national tour with the classic comedy Hobson's Choice.

The play, by Harold Brighouse, centres around cantankerous and obstinate boot shop owner Henry Horatio Hobson.

He is brought to life by Tony Britton, whose television credits include Don't Wait Up and Robin's Nest.

Hobson's Choice is at Darlington Civic Theatre from Tuesday to Saturday, April 16 to 20.

For details and to book tickets contact the sales office, on (01325) 486555.