SENTRAL Youth Services’ open mic nights – hosting music, poetry, dance or comedy performances – have been moved to Thursdays to reach a bigger audience.

“We’re getting a huge crowd dropping in on Thursdays so we thought it was a really good opportunity,” says Melissa Andrews, the centre’s Coordinator.

“We’ve got a contractor to come and set up all the equipment, PA system and lights and performers will have the opportunity to record and film their live set so they can listen back and build on it.”

Local musician and music teacher, Mark Thornton, will also be there to mentor youth and give them performance tips.

“Mark’s been a musician and music teacher for a long time and he’s also a youth worker, so he’s a great person to have on board,” says Ms Andrews.

“He will be able to help young people with the music side of things including their performance and providing feedback and tricks on how to make it better.”

There’s the added attraction of a fire and free pizza provided by Dominos.

Ms Andrews says all local youth are invited to perform or just relax and watch.