A THEATRE group is appealing for help to net some vital props for their next production.

The CATS Youth Theatre Group, based in Shildon, will perform High School Musical- an all-American tale about a young basketball player and shy student who discover a shared passion for singing, later this month.

A spokesman said: "The group need to borrow some basketball hoops and stands for the production .

“Some of the scenes are set in a gym and around a basketball game.

“If anyone can help the group could they please get in touch, we just want to borrow them as they are pretty important props for the show."

The play will be performed at Shildon Civic Hall on Thursday, October 16; Friday, October 17 and Saturday, October 18, at 7.30pm with a finale on Sunday, October 19, at 2pm.

Tickets are £5 for adults and £3 for children and concessions and can be booked on 01388- 774838 .