TAUNTON'S Castle School launched their annual House Drama Competition with the help of County Gazette reporter Joanna Glover yesterday (Thursday).

This year's theme is Roald Dahl stories and the young directors from each house must now choose a cast, design their own set and lighting and produce a play, without the help of teachers.

The plays will be judged during the performances in front of family and friends on Wednesday July 9, with the winner receiving the coveted drama cup.