twopence - spend a little to gain a lot

Open auditions take place this Friday for 'young Helen' the Empire's autumn production of Twopence to Cross the Mersey.
The role, previously played by young actress Jamie Clarke, is central in Helen Forrester's true story of how she and her formerly wealthy family had to leave behind the nannies and servants and survive in the slums of Liverpool during the depression of the 1930s.
Last time open auditions were held in 2004, hundreds of hopefuls turned up.
And as a direct result of Jamie appearing in Twopence she was spotted by a leading West End agent and signed up.
Co-producer Alan Fennah says: "Finding home grown talent is important to us and, providing they can sing and act to a high standard, everyone who comes to the audition is in with a chance."
The show also sees the return of Pauline Daniels in the role of Helen Forrester senior and Mark Moraghan as Helen's father John.
Auditions will take place in the Empire Theatre's Atrium bar from 10am and are open for girls aged 16 to 21.
For more information visit www.pulse-records.co.uk or www.LiverpoolEmpire.org.uk