An award-winning theatre group is looking for cast members for its latest production.

Essex Group, based in Braintree, is hosting auditions for its performance of the Hunchback of Notre Dame, which will be performed at Witham Public Hall in February.

Nine actors are needed to play leading roles, including Quasimodo and Esmeralda, famously played by Tom Hulce and Demi More in the 1998 Disney film adaptation.

The Essex Group has members of all ages and has previously performed hit shows like Les Misérables, Oliver and Peter Pan.

Auditions take place at the Vestry Hall, in St Michael’s Lane, Braintree, on Friday.

For more information call 01376 567677, or email ann@stageability.co.uk