HERE'S something to make a song and dance about! Stretford youngster Shaun Malone, is struggling to keep his feet on the ground after landing a lead role in a major West End musical.

The 11-year-old, who attends St Anne's Primary School, is to share the role of Michael, Billy's best friend, in the hugely popular feel good show Billy Elliot - The Musical in London.

Shaun started dancing at the Centre Point school in Manchester at the age of seven and Billy Elliot is his first major show, although he has enjoyed success at various dance competitions.

The youngster lives with his mum, Julie, dad, Tom, and his brothers and sister, Tom, Lee and Vanessa.