THE health minister and local AM was in attendance at Big Talent's performance of Annie.

Vaughan Gething, AM for Cardiff South and Penarth, was pictured on stage with some of the cast of Big Talent's production which they performed at St Cyres School theatre hall at the beginning of July.

All the performers pictured go to Penarth schools - Albert Primary, Ysgol Pen y Garth and Stanwell and they are alongside Shelley Norton, director of Big Talent.

Vaughan Gething AM said: "I didn't know what to expect when I attended the matinee performance of Annie and I have to say I was blown away by the level of talent that is in Big Talent.

"It was obvious how much the young people enjoyed themselves and their singing, acting and dancing was of a very high standard.

"In fact, the whole production was very professional. I can't wait to see their next production! Well done to all the young people, their dancing and singing teachers, and Shelley Norton who produced the show."