If your pet pooch is the canine equivalent of Brad Pitt or Scarlett Johansson, then they could win a place in the spotlight in the beautiful and romantic opera 'La Boheme', coming to Wolverhampton Grand in January 2020.

Your pet needs to be well behaved, small, used to people and be quiet – and as their owner, you will need to be prepared to go on stage in costume to look after them.

To audition your dog, send a photograph to Angela Klappa, by email, to angela@ellenkent.co.uk, stating you wish to be considered for Wolverhampton Grand. Please include your contact number and address as well as the breed, height, weight, age and name of your dog. If you are successful, the company will contact you a week before the performance. Director and producer, Ellen Kent, said:

“People say never work with children or animals, but I love to do both. The first time was 20 years ago when my pet cat Holly Go-Lightly was in one of my productions and was an instant hit. Since then we’ve had horses, dogs, goldfish and even a golden eagle with a 6ft wingspan on stage.

"Many years ago, when we last did La Boheme and asked local people to volunteer their pets it was a huge success. We even used a rescue dog once and found him dozens of new owners! We’re a nation of animal lovers after all. I’m sure there is plenty of doggie talent out there.”

Ellen Kent brings one of the most romantic operas ever written to the stage in her new tour, traditionally staged featuring beautiful sets and costumes. The set reflects the Bohemian art of the period and will include a brass band, snow effects and a full choir and orchestra. Performed in the traditional Italian with English subtitles.

Tickets for La Boheme on 26 January 2020 are now on sale at grandtheatre.co.uk, by calling 01902 42 92 12 or by visiting the Lichfield Street Box Office in person.