CALLING all senior performers to take part in Wigan Council's new talent show, Senior Showtime.

Anyone over the age of 55 is invited to demonstrate their skill at singing, music, comedy, magic or anything remotely entertaining.

Four heats will take place each Thursday throughout October at 7pm, where a panel of judges will score the contestants for entry into the Grand Final, to be held at the Monaco Ballroom at the end of November.

The first and last heats -- October 3 and 24 -- will be held at Lowton Civic Hall and the middle two -- October 10 and 17 -- will be held at the Formby Hall in Atherton and the Mill at the Pier, Wigan.

A registration fee of £4 per act will be payable. For an entry form call Chris on 01942 704157. The closing date is September 16.