MAYHEM rules at Darwen Library Theatre over the next four weeks thanks to productions from the town's Library Players and Blackburn Drama Club.

The theatre is first host to the players' production of The Haunted Through Lounge and Recessed Dining Nook at Farndale Castle on Friday, January 25, and Saturday, January 26 (7.30pm).

Riotous comedy is promised with the help of the ladies of the Farndale Townswomen's Guild Dramatic Society, with murder and mayhem guaranteed to bring the house down -- and a substantial part of the set. Tickets are £5 (£3.50 concessions).

Following swiftly on their heels is the Blackburn Drama Club's production of Michael Cooney's Cash on Delivery from Wednesday to Saturday, February 6-9 (7.30pm).