AN 'exciting' production of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang won rapturous applause at Knutsford Academy.
The show played to sell out audiences for four nights at the school’s Bexton Road hall.
More than 60 pupils from year seven to 10 teamed up to bring the fun-filled fantasy adventure back to life.
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The comedy saw absent-minded professor Caractus Potts restore a broken down old racing car with the help of children Jemima and Jeremy.
The family discovers that the car has magical powers and sets off on a trip with Truly Scrumptious, who falls in love with the widowed dad.
Dick Van Dyke starred in a film version of the book in 1968.
Staff said a huge amount of work went into preparing this 'exciting' epic production.
Students worked tirelessly for months under the direction of teacher Laura Merriman, supported by Lizzy Flukes and Rebecca Senior.
Helen Mayne, head of performing arts, said "We are all delighted by the success of the production and very proud of all of the pupils who took part, both on stage and in the wings.
Miss Mayne thanked all the unsung heroes, the volunteers, working behind the scenes.
She said: "Twice a year, we stage productions which require costumes, set and lighting.
“We are eternally grateful to our wonderful volunteers who turn up year in year out to make the magic happen.
“All local to the Knutsford area, friends of the Academy, Hilary Berkin, Mandie Hilton and Steven Benson are vital cogs in the production wheel and we owe them a huge thank you.”
The school’s next production Legally Blonde will be staged in December.
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