BIG hearted singing star Paulo Nutini showed his support for a multi-award winning theatre group.

The Paisley-born singer/songwriter joined the audience for a show staged by the Hamilton-based, Ups and Downs Theatre Group and then met up with the young stars afterwards.

The parent-run theatre group works with children and young adults with Downs Syndrome and is celebrating its 21st year performing.

Paolo met some of the children involved in the group at an recent awards show.

One parent said: "He promised to come and see their next show.

"He was fantastic with the kids and they were absolutely delighted."