A SCHOOL this week staged what is believed to be its first production in 20 years.

Longfield Comprehensive, in Darlington, presented the musical The Wizard of Oz with children from Years 7 to 10 performing and doing the backstage work. They also built the sets, helped by the school caretaker. Drama teacher Alison Park directed the production. A school spokeswoman said: "We think this is the first production the school has had for about 20 years or certainly a very long time."

Darlington Mayor Ron Lewis attended Monday's opening night.