THERE'S a chance to see the stars of the future on stage in rural Dorset.

Bristol Old Vic Theatre School will perform their production of The Canterbury Tales at Frampton Village Hall near Dorchester on Saturday, June 29 from 7.30pm.

A colourful cast of characters set off for Canterbury, competing to tell their tales of love, lust, adventure and chivalry. Brimming with verve and energy, Chaucer's well-loved stories are brought beautifully and vividly to life by students from the prestigious Bristol Old Vic Theatre School, whose notable alumni include Daniel Day Lewis, Peter O’Toole and Olivia Colman.

All of medieval life is here, with the wide range of social strata rubbing shoulders as the Miller, the Steward and the Wife of Bath (among others) all have their tales to tell. The Canterbury Tales is a touchstone of English literature and has delighted readers for centuries.

The production is touring Dorset with Artsreach. It is suitable for those aged 14 and above. Call 07968 586906 for tickets and see artsreach.co.uk for more information.

Canterbury Tales also tours to the Sturminster Newton Exchange on Thursday, June 20 at 7.30pm. Call 01258 475137 for tickets.