Four amateur performers from Workington have had their stage efforts recognised in a regional awards scheme.

The four have been nominated in the Noda North West Awards, run by the National Operatic and Dramatic Society.

Kimberley Fisher has been shortlisted in the best actress in a musical category for her performance as Deloris Van Cartier in Workington and District Amateur Musical Society's 2015 production of Sister Act.

Fellow society member Eric Finlay is up for best male comedy performance for his portrayal of ugly sister Miley Hardup in Christmas pantomime Cinderella.

Workington Amateur Operatic Society is celebrating a nomination in the best male actor in a musical category for Tony McGee, who played Che Guevara in Evita.

Member Sophie Mills is up for best female youth performance in an adult musical for her performance as Peron's mistress in the same show.

The winners will be announced at Noda North West's AGM on May 1.