YOUNG performers from Hampshire took to the spotlight on one of London’s most prestigious stages for a performing arts extravaganza.

Students from Stagecoach Fareham and Hedge End joined hundreds of other budding stars to perform at Her Majesty’s Theatre, wowing the audience with their rendition of Newsies.

The special performance marked the 25th anniversary of Stagecoach, which offers performance classes for children aged from four to 18.

Principal Lisa Medhurst said: “The students did a fantastic job. The performance was very professional and no one looked out of place on such a grand stage.”