A school is appealing for support to bring Broadway dreams to life.

Lawn Manor Academy pupils are set to perform on one of the world's most famous streets.

They have the chance to travel to New York and dance in Times Square, and are calling on Swindon businesses to help make it happen.

In July, the iconic location will host 14 pupils from the school, giving them the opportunity to perform under the evening lights of Times Square.

They will represent the school and the UK alongside dancers from around the world.

They will also take part in an exclusive workshop with a cast member from a Broadway show to help them hone their dancing skills.

Pupils will start learning the special choreography for this international show after Christmas, but to support their trip, the school is now appealing for local support to help make dreams come true.

A range of school fundraising events are already planned to support the costs of the trip but there is still a chance for local businesses to support Swindon’s dancers showing their skills in New York.

The head of dance at Lawn Manor Academy, Natasha Dixon, explained: "This is the first time that Lawn Manor Academy is able to take pupils to America.

"It's truly going to be a once-in-a-lifetime experience to perform in Times Square in front of hundreds of people, and I can't wait to see their faces light up.

"However, in order to reduce the pressure of the costs of the trip on our families, we’ve come up with some great fundraising ideas including a bake sale and sponsored walk from Swindon to Marlborough and back.

"It costs just over £2,000 per pupil for this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, plus costs for costumes and other minor expenses.

"So, we’re also appealing for any local businesses who would like to help, either by sponsoring a pupil or providing some of the clothing and equipment we need to take with us."

The school has already organised a number of fundraising activities to help cover the costs of this memorable trip, which is expected to be more than £2,000 per student.

These include a bake sale and a sponsored walk from Swindon to Marlborough and back.

Ms Dixon also extended an invitation to businesses to sponsor a pupil or contribute clothing and equipment needed for the trip.

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