WE will entertain you - that's the promise council chief Ian Carr has made to Andover revellers as the countdown to curtain up at The Lights begins.

Irish comedian Ed Byrne is the first of a galaxy of big name stars set to take centre stage at the 244-seat auditorium.

Also vying for star billing at Andover's new £1.5m arts centre is a large-scale arena that will accommodate around 800 people for concerts and dances.

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