The Katherine BEAT is the major annual Performing Arts showcase for NT Government Schools in the Katherine region. Featuring more than 150 participants comprising singers, dancers, hosts, and musicians of all ages from across the Big Rivers region of the NT. The BEAT is a large scale combined-schools music production showcasing the great work of students, staff and their teachers. The Katherine BEAT is produced by NT Music School (Department of Education and Training) as part of a Territory wide mission to support Arts education.