An epic dance festival featuring 1,800 children is set to take place over the next week.

Artsdepot in North Finchley is hosting the annual Barnet Dance Festival, which has run for the last 28 years.

It will see 1,800 pupils from 85 Barnet schools showcase their skills in a variety of styles including contemporary, ballet, musical theatre, traditional and jazz.

Festival director Anna Fisher said: “The quality of dance performance continues to improve demonstrating the outstanding work achieved by teachers and young people in Barnet Schools.”

The show runs until March 10 and all tickets are already sold out.