Narrabri High School’s MAD night to return next week

Narrabri High School’s spectacular night of music and drama is making a comeback in 2022, with students and staff set to take centre stage at the school’s Betty Berriman Hall for MAD Night, formerly known as MADD Night, on Thursday, August 4.

Doors will open at 6.30pm, with the show kicking off at 7pm.

“Everyone is welcome – friends, families, community members are all welcome to come along,” said Narrabri High School teacher and head MAD Night organiser Katherine Croasara.

“This year there’s a 70s theme, and people can even dress up if they like.”

The event has long been a popular community gathering in Narrabri and an awesome way for students to showcase their talents in front of a big (but friendly) hometown crowd.

However, for the past two years, COVID-19 restrictions have pulled the plug on live concerts and performances.

“I think everyone is excited but a bit apprehensive because they haven’t had the opportunity to perform in a while.”

Like many artists, Narrabri High School students adapted during the pandemic by sharing their creations and talents online, but MAD Night on August 4 will give them a fantastic opportunity to soak up the vibe of a live event, and students are hoping to attract a good local audience.

“It’s super important for them to be performing in front of people, it builds students’ confidence skills,” said Narrabri High School teacher and head MAD Night organiser Katherine Croasara.

“It is a bit of pressure to put something on, but it’s exciting at the same time,” added Narrabri High School student Jesse Weekes when The Courier visited backstage during music rehearsals.

“It’s all about the students coming together to show off some music and drama.”

There won’t be any dance or art this year, hence the new name MAD Night, but the evening won’t disappoint, considering the amount of time, fun and commitment the Narrabri High School community has put into fine-tuning, scripting and preparing for their magnificent music and drama performances.

Of course, the community is welcome to dance along on the night and turn back the clock to the 1970s for some fashion inspiration – a time when disco fever saw people rocking retro rompers, glowmesh glamour and oversized shades.

MAD night is free entry, there will be a monster raffle with money raised going towards equipment for Narrabri High School’s music department, and Year 12 students will be running a canteen.