ASPIRING actress Gemma Aked-Priestley from Southampton has had her dream come true after securing a place at the National Youth Theatre.

The Taunton’s College student has already performed a lead role in her AS level Drama and Theatre studies examination piece.

Former Oaklands Community School pupil Gemma said: “Securing this place is a dream come true for me.

“It’s all I’ve ever wanted since I was at school.”