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Polam Hall School boys are making their debut in the first big theatrical production since the school introduced a new “Diamond” structure.

The latest Junior School musical extravaganza to take to the stage at the school’s Liddiard Theatre is Oliver!

Oliver! is the colourful and lively adaptation of the famous Charles Dickens story which includes well-known songs as Food Glorious Food, Pick a Pocket or Two, Reviewing the Situation and Oom-Pah Pah.

Since September, boys across the full 2-18 age range, have been able to join the school.

The new framework involves separate teaching for boys and girls at secondary school and mixed boys’ and girls’ classes at junior and sixth form.

Previously the school, in Grange Road, Darlington, only took boys and girls at its nursery and sixth form.

As a result of the school’s new structure, roles such as the Work House Boys are played by male pupils rather than being undertaken by girls as in past productions.

Angela Foster, Polam Hall School’s Junior School Head Teacher, said: “Staging theatrical productions is an important part of school life as it helps pupils with their confidence and presentation skills.

We have had a fabulous time preparing for this wonderful production which showcases the pupils’ many talents. Everyone involved deserves to be congratulated for their hard work. “