As the eerie mist clears, the hit play will be coming to Jarrow for the first time in more than a decade.

The Jarrow Musical Theatre Company (JMTC) will be presenting Brigadoon next week, 16 years since it has performed the play.

And just like in 1992, it will be produced by Enid Bilton-Gale.

The cast of more than 30 have been rehearsing since May, at Jarrow Community Centre, in Cambrian Street, and now they're raring to go.

Sandra Connolly, JMTC publicity co-ordinator and member of the chorus line, said: "Things have really been coming together these past few weeks, and it's looking good.

"Obviously, over the summer lots of people have holidays booked, so everyone couldn't make it, but now they're all back and it's all in full swing!"

It's 1935 and American hunters Tommy Albright (Ian Byrne) and Jeff Douglass (Peter Brack) are exploring the Scottish Highlands, when they discover the lost town of Brigadoon.

However, the mysterious town only comes to life for one day every century, before disappearing back into the mist.

Despite this, Tommy manages to fall in love with local girl Fiona MacKeith, played by Leanne Mullen.

But he soon has to make the difficult decision of whether to return to his fiancée, or stay in the strange town.

Mrs Connolly said: "It's a real tear-jerker, which turns out well in the end, as every good play should.

"Enid has kept the set very minimalistic; there's no backing curtains or any fancy props. But there will be plenty of mist, for the full effect."

The show, which lasts more than two hours, will be filled with musical numbers, including favourites such as The Heather On The Hill, Almost Like Being In Love and My Mother's Wedding Day.

The cast will all be kitted out in traditional Scottish costumes, including kilts.

Mrs Connolly added: "This is a great show, suitable for everyone, as it has all sort of things included – and we're accompanied by a live orchestra.

"The cast are raring to go and can't wait to see lots of faces in the audience on opening night."

* Brigadoon will be performed at the Jarrow Community Centre, in Cambrian Street, from Monday, October 13 to 17, at 7pm.

All tickets cost £7. To book, call 420 5726 or 428 0873. Alternatively, you can e-mail info@jarrowmusicals.com.