TELEVISION star Sam Kane has returned to the stage in Darlington with a new lady on his arm.

The former Brookside star, who met his real-life wife Linda Lusardi while performing at the town's Civic Theatre, is starring alongside his stage partner Shona Lindsay in Seven Brides for Seven Brothers.

He plays the role of Adam in the stage production of the MGM musical, which is set in mid-19th Century Oregon, in the United States.

Sam met former Page Three model Linda while appearing in the pantomime Snow White, in Darlington.

Seven Brides For Seven Brothers runs at the Civic Theatre until Saturday.

Tickets for the musical can be obtained by calling the sales and information office, on (01325) 486555.