A UNIQUE show from a travelling circus group is being held at a popular theatre in Colchester.

The Around the World in 80 Days show, based on the novel by Jules Verne and adapted and directed by Juliet Forster is coming to the Mercury Theatre.

The show promises to captivate young and old audiences as the performers recreate the adventures of Phileas Fogg in a race around the world.

The show is on at the Mercury Theatre from Tuesday, April 25 to Saturday, April 29.

Tickets can be bought at www.mercurytheatre.co.uk/event/around-the-world-in-80-days/.