A CATSHILL dance student is set to step into the spotlight after gaining a three-year scholarship to a top London arts centre.

Eighteen-year-old Richard Parry, who attends Halesowen College, will be heading for the prestigious Laine Theatre Arts School in Surrey after completing his national diploma studies later this month.

Head of dance at the college David O'Garr said: "Richard has worked hard to achieve this - Laine award very few scholarships, particularly for the full three-year course, and we wish him every success."