RIBCHESTER Amateur Theatrical Society (RATS) managed to recruit some new members at a taster evening event held earlier this season.

“We are a thriving society but felt we wanted to expand our network of members and friends a little further afield,” said group spokesman Viki Mason.

The response to the evening was positive with people travelling from all over the region to attend.

RATS has added to its mailing list and acquired some keen new members.

“The evening highlighted the need for enthusiastic people to become involved in RATS behind the scenes as well as on the stage.

“We had make-up demonstrations, readings from Allo Allo, lighting demonstrations, a RATS history display with scrapbooks from over the years and a popular costume design competition,” added Viki.

The group’s next production is a pantomime performance of Aladdin, from February 6 to 14.

Call 01254 878813.