SCOUTS are preparing to give the biggest and best performance in the 80th anniversary Crewe Gang Show.

The curtain will rise at Crewe Lyceum Theatre on Wednesday, May 2, with two-hour performances running through to Saturday, May 5.

The light entertainment show will include comedy, dancing, singing and big musical items from youngsters, aged six to 25, from South West Cheshire scout movement.

Kelly Davies, Crewe Gang Show spokesman, said: “Crewe has had its own Gang Show since 1938 and it is recognised for its excellence within the scouting movement allowing local youngsters to wear their red neckerchiefs with pride.

“We want to make this 80th show extra special and rehearsals have been taking place at Crewe UTC since November.”

More than 140 beavers, cubs, scouts and leaders will tread the boards in the ‘biggest and best’ show in the history of the South Cheshire scouting movement.

Kelly added: “The show is produced, promoted and performed by volunteers. Just like scouting, many adults give up their time to create something memorable for audiences but also for the youngsters involved.

“It really is something special to be part of ‘The Gang’ and you can see that on the faces of the performers when you see the show.”

This year’s performance, sponsored by Mornflake, also celebrates the Royal Airforce Centenary with a special tribute item.

Tickets are available from the Lyceum Theatre box office and online, from £12, with discounts for group bookings.

For more details on the production, go to crewegangshow.org