An Emmerdale actor who grew up in Bury St Edmunds is returning to her hometown to perform a brand new comedy drama.

Actress Sarah Moyle, who has previously featured in popular programmes such as Doctors, Emmerdale and Extras, is currently performing at Theatre Royal in Bury St Edmunds.

East Anglian Daily Times: Sarah Moyle grew up in Bury St Edmunds and is 'delighted' to be returning to perform.Sarah Moyle grew up in Bury St Edmunds and is 'delighted' to be returning to perform. (Image: Theatre Royal, Bury St Edmunds)

Jumping The Shark is a new comedy drama celebrating the TV sitcom and its place in our hearts.

The plot focuses on five strangers who gather in the conference room of a small hotel, hoping to learn from the finest sitcom writer of their generation.

As he reveals the tricks of the trade, their everyday lives are exposed, leading to mix-ups, farcical revelations and gut-wrenching tragedy.

East Anglian Daily Times: Sarah Moyle will be performing in Jumping The Shark this week.Sarah Moyle will be performing in Jumping The Shark this week. (Image: Theatre Royal, Bury St Edmunds)

Ms Moyle said she is delighted to be returning to her hometown and the local theatre she grew up with.

In 2019, she won the British Soap Award for Best Comedy Performance and will be playing 'Pam' in Jumping The Shark until Saturday, February 4. 

The cast also features several well-known actors, including The Office and The Inbetweeners actor David Schaal, Coronation Street's Harry Visinoni and Eastenders' Jasmine Armfield.