A BLACKBURN acting school has expanded its operation and moved to new premises.

Following a successful year during which many members secured roles in film and internet advertising campaigns, The Actor's Studios has announced plans to move to Thwaites Empire Theatre, Blackburn.

The company was formed in 2003 by Hollyoaks actress Suzanne Hall and former Radio Lancashire presenter Terry Durney, and has been working from Our Lady and St John's Catholic Arts College in Shadsworth.

The Actor's Studios will now expand to theatre and is already planning on putting on a performance at Thwaites Empire Theatre.

Suzanne is optimistic about the future. "The BBC is moving much of its drama operation to Manchester shortly and many independent production companies are setting up in the North West," she said.

"These are exciting times for the area and we intend to be part of this revolution."