A Chingford based dance group are on the way to compete with the very best in a national competition.

The Brat Pack, founded by Starlight Express Original cast member Carole Amphlett are again representing the south east in the dance group of the year competition in Blackpool on Sunday (September 20).

This year they have employed the choreographic talent of Sky 1's Got To Dance finalist Gemma Hoddy as an additional boost to the routines to help retain the title.

Her credits include work with Rita Ora, Stooshe, Lemar, Alexandra Burke, DJ Ironik, and Tinchy Stryder.

Founder Carole Amphlett said: "We are very proud to be representing the south east again and are working hard on the choreography to retain our title with Gemma on board the additional routines are amazing."

"Due to expansion and further performing opportunities, we are looking for young people of all ages to audition for a street dance based, crew, under the choreographic talents of Gemma.”

The audition will take place on Monday (October 28) at Chingford United Reformed Church at 5pm.