Meet some of the cutest and most talented pooches from Wearside’s past.
All of them auditioned for stage parts in productions at the Empire Theatre in Sunderland and the Gala Theatre in Durham.

9. Retro with Rodney
Dawn Bramley and Rodney. Having a great time at the Empire in 2018. | se

10. Charlie's big moment
Charlie, pictured with owner Louise Pescod, was waiting patiently for his audition at the Empire Theatre in 2020. He was hoping for a part in a Puccini opera. | se

11. Hoping for the lead
Mindy relaxes before her turn in the Empire Theatre spotlight at the 2020 auditions for a Puccini opera. | se

12. Binx puts on a dazzling show
Binx and owner Daryl Ireland take their turn in the spotlight in 2020. | se
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