A HEREFORDSHIRE institution is celebrating a milestone anniversary this month with a party featuring local talent and West End stars.

The Courtyard theatre will be marking its 25th anniversary with an evening of dance, theatre and entertainment in September.

Since opening its doors in September 1998, The Courtyard has become a community hub, welcoming over eight million visitors, working with over 34,000 children and 85 care homes, and exhibiting some 6,000 works of art.

This evening of celebration will bring together some of the talented performers and local organisations who have graced its stage over the years.

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Featuring an exciting line-up, this variety show showcases performers from all artistic disciplines. From music and dance to theatre and comedy, there will be something for everyone to enjoy.

The Courtyard will be joined by members of 2Faced Dance, X-Entricity, HMTC, Ludwig Theatre Arts, Laura Gale Dance and Drama, Hereford Academy of Dance, The Gilbert and Sullivan Society, Hereford Amateur Pantomime Society and The Courtyard’s Youth Theatres.

The groups will be performing extracts of their work, while the celebration will also feature special appearances from West End theatre stars and well-loved Courtyard pantomime performers.

This evening is set to be a celebration of talent and 25 years of The Courtyard’s contribution to the community, with the night ending with an after-show party, complete with a special performance from The Hey Yahs.

Don’t forget to dress up in silver and sparkles and party the night away in The Courtyard’s bar.

The Courtyard’s 25th anniversary celebration will be in The Courtyard’s main house on Saturday, September 23 at 7.30pm.

To book tickets, or for more information contact the Box Office on 01432 340555 or visit www.courtyard.org.uk.