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An Evening With Simon Weston CBE
Theatr Brycheiniog
Spoken Word | Darlithiau‘My Life….My Story in My Words’
Mere words alone seem so inadequate when referring to Simon Weston.
He was a soldier serving in the British Army at the time of the Falklands War in 1982 when two Argentine planes bombed RFA Sir Galahad and turned the ship into an inferno. Simon survived but suffered burns to 46% of his body, yet, he would say he was lucky as he lost many of his comrades that day.
Since that fateful day he has become one of the most recognised faces of the conflict and in this show he discusses his experiences with his close friend David FitzGerald from the BBC.
Simon Weston is a truly remarkable man who despite all he has suffered has emerged as one of these countries most inspirational people. His story has highs and lows, laughter and tears and on that journey he has subsequently met Royalty, the pilot who dropped the bomb and even Harry Patch the last survivor of WW1.
The show will come delivered with footage from the conflict and will include a Q & A session.
- 17 Jul 2019, 19:30 Book Now
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SkyNet Wales LAN
Theatr Brycheiniog
Entertainment | AdloniantPrepare your wallets (If they survived a recent Steam Sale). The next LAN tickets are now available to purchase. So head on to...
https://skynetwales.co.uk/index.php/product/skynet-lan-ticket/
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Welsh Concert At Brecon Cathedral
Brecon Cathedral
Live Music | Cerddoriaeth FywA concert to Celebrate King Goodwill Zwelithini's visit to Wales.
Compered by Sir Tim Ackroyd, Brecon male voice choir, Welsh harpist Emily Harris, Emily Pugh & Ben Anthony.
All seating is unreserved.
- 22 Jul 2019, 19:30 Book Now
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Uplift Singing Sessions
Classes | Dosbarthiadau
DetailsTuesday, 16 July 2019 - Tuesday, 30 July 2019
Uplift Singing Sessions
Theatr Brycheiniog
Classes | DosbarthiadauLife is a song - so sing it!
Led by Tanya Walker: Alive & Kicking Choir Leader and Vocal Coach
Take a break from your life or your work on a Tuesday lunchtime and inject your week with a healthy dose of wellbeing through singing!For further information, please contact Tanya Walker: 07723 016837 / tanyawalkermusic@hotmail.com
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King Cetshwayo The Musical
Musical | Sioeau Cerdd
DetailsTuesday, 23 July 2019 - Wednesday, 24 July 2019
King Cetshwayo The Musical
Theatr Brycheiniog
Musical | Sioeau CerddTracing the life of this heroic Zulu leader, King Cetshwayo: The Musical is a vibrant and colourful production performed by over 20 artists as well as live musicians from South Africa which combines theatre, film and traditional Zulu and Shembe dance movements.
The story tells of the Zulu’s defiance against the English and Welsh Regiments during the Anglo Zulu Wars, and the victories that re-inspired the pride of a nation. -
NT Live: The Lehman Trilogy
Theatr Brycheiniog
Live Screenings | Sgrinio BywBy Stefano Massini, adapted by Ben Power & directed by Sam Mendes.
The story of a family and a company that changed the world, told in three parts on a single evening.
On a cold September morning in 1844 a young man from Bavaria stands on a New York dockside. Dreaming of a new life in the new world. He is joined by his two brothers and an American epic begins.
163 years later, the firm they establish – Lehman Brothers – spectacularly collapses into bankruptcy, and triggers the largest financial crisis in history.
Academy Award-winner Sam Mendes (Skyfall, The Ferryman) directs Simon Russell Beale, Adam Godley and Ben Miles who play the Lehman Brothers, their sons and grandsons.
This critically acclaimed and five-time Olivier Award nominated play features stunning set design from Es Devlin (NT Live: Hamlet)and will be broadcast live from London’s West End as part of National Theatre Live’s 10th Birthday season.
- 25 Jul 2019, 19:00 Book Now
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Oye Santana
Theatr Brycheiniog
Live Music | Cerddoriaeth FywPower… passion… perfection
Five decades of hits – including the multi-million seller Smooth, Black Magic Woman, Maria Maria, Oye Como Va, Corazón Espinado and She’s Not There – played with power, passion and perfection. Prepare for guitar wizardry, keyboard mastery, astonishing vocals and a rhythm section with more groove than you could shake a pair of maracas at!
Every performance is a show and every track is a fiesta – come and listen, come and dance, come and party!
- 26 Jul 2019, 19:30 Book Now
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Ultimate Classic Rock Show
Theatr Brycheiniog
Live Music | Cerddoriaeth FywDust off your air guitars for an evening of the very best classic rock anthems from legends past and present! Let them take you on a roller coaster journey of classic rock nostalgia, performing hit after hit, live with stunning accuracy and high energy accompanied by an incredible light and projection show, they're guaranteed to have you on your feet all night.
Over two hours of classic rock anthems from artists including Eric Clapton, Led Zeppelin, Queen, Pink Floyd, Deep Purple, Free, The Eagles and Jimi Hendrix to name but a few!
Watch the trailer here
- 2 Aug 2019, 19:30 Book Now
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MathildaMathilda
Theatr Brycheiniog
Theatre | TheatrJoin Soap Soup theatre in their newest offering – the strange and magical adventures of MathildaMathilda! Accompanied by a host of unforgettable characters, original jazz numbers and puppetry that will transport you to another world. The world of MathildaMathilda.
Suitable for age 7 and up
On a village green somewhere in deepest Somerset, a paper heart is caught in the wind. It flutters from the fingers of a little girl who had been practising writing her name on it, MathildaMathilda.
The heart lifts and the breeze blows it into the air.
On the other side of the village in a plastic bag hidden in the corner of a dusty old artists studio, an artist’s broken childhood doll, mixed with other doll parts begins to shuffle, until they make a whole. A beautiful doll with two heads. The heart blows through the window and gently lands on the dolls breast. MathildaMathilda opens her eyes, rolls them around and starts… she is alive! But what is she?- 11 Aug 2019, 11:00 Book Now
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Brecon Jazz Festival Presents: Rosenberg Quintette
Live Music | Cerddoriaeth Fyw
DetailsSunday, 11 August 2019
Brecon Jazz Festival Presents: Rosenberg Quintette
Theatr Brycheiniog
Live Music | Cerddoriaeth FywIf Belgian-born Romani virtuoso Django Reinhardt is the first name in gypsy jazz, then Stochelo Rosenberg runs a pretty close second. With his impeccable technique, vibrato and musical elegance, he appears here with leading violinist van Hemert. This concert is co-created by Brecon Jazz Club with UK musician / promoter Chris Quinn, North Wales Jazz and the team at Theatr Brycheiniog. The Dutch-based Rosenberg family have become known globally as the ‘first family’ in gypsy jazz, in constant demand at festivals and concerts internationally. A ‘must’ for guitarists, fans of gypsy jazz and hot club style.
Stochelo Rosenberg – Lead Guitar
Mozes Rosenberg – Lead Guitar
Christianne Van Hemert – Violin
Chris Quinn – Rhythm Guitar
Arnoud Van Den Berg - Double BassThe Brecon Jazz Club would like to keep you informed and up to date with all of their upcoming performances, so it would be greatly appreciated if Lynne & Roger on behalf of Brecon Jazz Festival 2019 and the Brecon Jazz Club could have your details in order to do this. If you would like to opt-in to this then please type BJC in the comment box towards the end of the checkout process to confirm you are happy for us to forward your details.
- 11 Aug 2019, 16:00 Book Now
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Chores
Theatr Brycheiniog
Children's Events | Digwyddiadau i BlantDo you want to see the funniest family show at the Fringe? Look no further!
All the way from Australia, Chores tells the story of two brothers who don't want to do their chores and tidy their
room. In this award-winning comedy circus show, Julian Roberts and Derek Llewellin perform death-defying stunts the
whole family will love!
A storyline we can all relate to, kids go crazy for the acrobatics, juggling, major flips, acrobalance and cheeky humour.
Suitable for the whole family, the performance is jam-packed with silly jokes and plenty to amuse the teens and adults
in the audience too.
Find it hard to get your kids to do their chores? After seeing this show, they’ll be super excited to get stuck in!★★★★★ Broadway Baby, August 2018
‘They immediately launch into a series of entertaining circus skills and slapstick that keeps the children cheering and
the adults chuckling. From giant balls to tiny Cyr wheels, this is an inventive show that’s perfectly crafted for a young
audience.’- 28 Aug 2019, 18:00 Book Now
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PCA Welsh Championships
Theatr Brycheiniog
Entertainment | AdloniantMen's Catagories
Juniors | First Timers | Novices | Masters over 40 | Masters over 50 |Classic | Junior Physique | Physique | Masters Physique | Muscle Model | Class 4 | Class 3 | Class 2 | Class 1
Ladies Catagories
Junior Bikini | Bikini | Trained Bikini | Masters Bikini | Toned | Athletic | Trained
- 1 Sep 2019, 12:00 Book Now
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Hazel Findlay – The Climb Within
Theatr Brycheiniog
Spoken Word | DarlithiauOne of the best young climbers in the world, Hazel Findlay presents a talk about her life and climbs to explore how we can use a sport such as climbing – something that we are passionate about - to put us in hard places that push us beyond what we thought we were capable of; how in this struggle we can discover the way our minds work and how to ‘hack’ them, so that we can enjoy the experiences we want and not be limited by fear.
- 6 Sep 2019, 19:30 Book Now
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An Evening of Eric & Ern
Theatr Brycheiniog
Comedy | ComediEARLY BIRD TICKETS AVAILABLE UNTIL THE 5TH JULY
AN EVENING OF ERIC & ERN
with
Ian Ashpiteland Jonty StephensFrom the Olivier nominated duo behind the hugely celebrated and critically acclaimed West End hit Eric & Little Ern.
This is a brilliant homage crammed full of renditions of those famous comedy sketches, that hits all the right notes! From Greig's Piano concerto to Mr Memory, "Arsenal!" It’s a show full of Morecambe and Wise's most loved routines, songs and sketches and of course a musical guest. This wonderful show, evokes memories of times when whole families would huddle around the telly on Sunday evenings.
"You have the giddy out of time illusion that you are watching the legendary double-act live."
The Independent“I never thought i’d see Morecambe and Wise live - I think I just have!”
Ben Elton- 7 Sep 2019, 19:30 Book Now
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Remembering Glen Campbell
Theatr Brycheiniog
Live Music | Cerddoriaeth FywRemembering Glen Campbell is a concert celebrating one of country music’s most influential artists. Featuring classics such as Rhinestone Cowboy, Galveston and Wichita Lineman, as well as critically acclaimed later works from “Meet Glen Campbell” and “Adios”, this concert reflects on a career spanning 50 years and 70 albums.
Performed by the G.C. Project; vocalist Damien Edwards (Elvis - the Musical, Orbison) and musicians whose credits include Cliff Richard, The Shadows, Shakin’ Stevens, Martha Reeves and Darts.
- 8 Sep 2019, 19:30 Book Now
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Douglas Skeggs: Hockney: The Old Master of the Modern World
Spoken Word | Darlithiau
DetailsTuesday, 10 September 2019
Douglas Skeggs: Hockney: The Old Master of the Modern World
Theatr Brycheiniog
Spoken Word | DarlithiauFrom the early sixties, when he left the Royal College of Art more famous than his teachers, Hockney's paintings have shown a charm and humour that sets them apart from others of his generation. A naturally gifted draftsman, his love of ingenious visual devices has led him to experiment with a whole range of techniques, from stage design to coloured paper making. From the early abstract expressionist images, through his famous Californian scenes of swimming pools to the photo-montages of the mid eighties: this lecture follows the career of an artist whose wit and imagination has never faltered.
Douglas Skeggs read Fine Art at Magdalene College Cambridge and has been a lecturer on paintings since 1980.
In that time he has given over 4000 lectures to universities, colleges and art societies. He was the director of ‘The New Academy of Art Studies’ for three years and is presently a regular lecturer at ‘The Study Centre’, ‘Christie’s’ course ‘The History of Art Studies’ and other London courses.
He has written and presented various TV documentaries, notably the Omnibus programme on ‘Whistler’ and the exhibition video on ‘William Morris.’ Three one-man exhibitions of his paintings have been held in England and Switzerland. He has published five novels, which have been translated into 8 foreign languages, and his book on Monet, ‘River of Light’, has sold 30,000 copies in England, America and France.- 10 Sep 2019, 14:30 Book Now
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Margaret Atwood: Live in Cinemas
Theatr Brycheiniog
Live Screenings | Sgrinio BywMargaret Atwood is the author of more than fifty books of fiction, poetry and critical essays. Her novels include Cat’s Eye, The Robber Bride, Alias Grace, The Blind Assassin and the MaddAddam Trilogy. Her 1985 classic The Handmaid’s Tale went back into the bestseller charts with the election of Donald Trump, when the Handmaids became a symbol of resistance against him; and the 2017 release of the award-winning Channel 4 TV series. Sales of the English language edition have now topped 8 million copies worldwide. Atwood has won numerous awards including the Booker Prize, the Arthur C. Clarke Award for Imagination in Service to Society, the Franz Kafka Prize, the Peace Prize of the German Book Trade and the PEN USA Lifetime Achievement Award. She has also worked as a cartoonist, illustrator, librettist, playwright and puppeteer. She lives in Toronto, Canada.
About The Testaments:
In this brilliant sequel to The Handmaid’s Tale, acclaimed author Margaret Atwood answers the questions that have tantalized readers for decades.
When the van door slammed on Offred’s future at the end of The Handmaid’s Tale, readers had no way of telling what lay ahead.
With The Testaments, the wait is over.
Margaret Atwood’s sequel picks up the story fifteen years after Offred stepped into the unknown, with the explosive testaments of three female narrators from Gilead.‘Dear Readers: Everything you’ve ever asked me about Gilead and its inner workings is the inspiration for this book. Well, almost everything! The other inspiration is the world we’ve been living in.’ Margaret Atwood
- 10 Sep 2019, 19:30 Book Now
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Dillie Keane - Songs Of Love and Other Bad Ideas
Entertainment | Adloniant
DetailsThursday, 12 September 2019
Dillie Keane - Songs Of Love and Other Bad Ideas
Theatr Brycheiniog
Entertainment | AdloniantAfter some gardening leave, Dillie is back where she belongs - on a cabaret stage, accompanied by the marvellous Michael Roulston. Her take on life and love is cheerfully sour, gently savage and peculiarly mordant - but the beautiful music softens the effect. She freely admits she has a voice like a dying crow being crushed beneath an angry sheep, but that’s never stopped her. In fact, she will be singing some perfectly wonderful songs by other songwriters which she recently discovered in New York. As well as a raft of her own songs too, of course. A delightful evening.
- 12 Sep 2019, 19:30 Book Now
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Talon - The Best of Eagles: Greatest Hits Tour 2019
Live Music | Cerddoriaeth Fyw
DetailsFriday, 13 September 2019
Talon - The Best of Eagles: Greatest Hits Tour 2019
Theatr Brycheiniog
Live Music | Cerddoriaeth FywTalon have risen from humble beginnings to become one of the most successful theatre touring shows in the UK and the ‘Greatest Hits Tour 2019’ will once again feature the Eagles timeless back catalogue including Hotel California, Take It Easy, One Of These Nights, Take It To The Limit, Desperado, Lyin’ Eyes, Life In The Fast Lane and many more.
This world class seven-piece band are a phenomenon and have truly transcended the tag of ‘tribute’. They have become a brand name in their own right who are not only revered by their peers, respected by the music industry but dearly loved by their massive and expanding fan base that together have become a ‘family’.
The ability of Talon to evolve and go from strength to strength in delivering bigger and better shows year on year continues once again with what promises to be an EVENT…
“Talon perform the songs of the Eagles with reverence and super talent” (Jack Tempchin, Eagles Hit Songwriter).
- 13 Sep 2019, 19:30 Book Now
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Three Men In A Boat
Theatr Brycheiniog
After the huge success of Old Herbaceous, Kick In The Head productions are back with a rip roaring barrel of fun, Three Men in a Boat, with Giles Shenton (Old Herbaceous himself!) playing the part of Jerome K Jerome.
Join Jerome as he recounts the hilarious story of his boating holiday along the magnificent River Thames with his two companions and Montmorency the dog. Come and join in the fun as Giles Shenton expertly takes the helm and pilots you through the ridiculous tale of men behaving badly while messing about in boats!“There are a few seriously funny books that remain great for all time. Three Men in a Boat is one of these” The Guardian
“Timeless appeal” The Independent
“Pitch-perfect comedy about, well, three men in a boat” The Telegraph
Giles Shenton "creates an instant rapport with the audience, drawing us into his world and making the characters in it so real we feel you have known them forever. " Edinburgh Fringe Review
"Skilfully distilled from Jerome K. Jerome’s comic masterpiece into 95 minutes of pure delight. To those who wondered if the same team could live up to the earlier success of Old Herbaceous, the answer was an emphatic yes. A master class in confidence, stagecraft and delivery." Opening Night Review
“The nearest thing to "audio slapstick" I've ever heard, culminating in the sublime comedy of opening a tin, when you've forgotten the tin opener. It is not often that you come out of a theatrical performance feeling like you've been sharing happy and hilarious times, safe from a cruel world & wrapped in a warm blanket.” Vera Fletcher Review
- 14 Sep 2019, 19:30 Book Now
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In and Out of Chekhov’s Shorts
Theatr Brycheiniog
Theatre | TheatrChekhov is one of the great writers of the 20th Century and these tales remain as memorable and bracing as jumping into a cold plunge pool after a hot sauna!
Featuring original live music and stylish ensemble story-telling, In and Out of Chekhov’s Shorts is an exhilarating, fun and accessible romp through some of the best of Chekhov’s short stories including The Lady with the Little Dog, The Chemist’s Wife, At a Summer Villa, An Avenger and The Bear.
These wonderful hymns to the absurdity of everyday life, are by turns hilarious, romantic, poignant, odd and memorable. They hold the mirror up to the half-comic, half-painful experience of love and relationships and create a world in which the tender and the grotesque are inextricably linked. Ludicrous situations and larger than life characters abound in an evening that simply cannot be missed!
£7.50 Schools Tickets avalible from Box Office
- 20 Sep 2019, 19:30 Book Now
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Adelina Patti: Queen Of Song
Theatr Brycheiniog
Spoken Word | DarlithiauHeritage Day
From her secluded and romantic castle, Craig Y Nos, Adelina Patti toured the world and was feted as operatic superstar with performances for adoring crowds and the crowned heads of Europe. We celebrate the life of Adelina with a day of illustrated talks on all aspects of her remarkable life.
- 22 Sep 2019, 10:00 Book Now
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NT Live: One Man, Two Guvnors
Theatr Brycheiniog
Live Screenings | Sgrinio BywOne Man, Two Guvnors
by Richard Bean
based on The Servant of Two Masters by Carlo Goldoni, with songs by Grant OldingFeaturing a Tony Award-winning performance from host of the The Late Late Show, James Corden, the hilarious West End and Broadway hit One Man, Two Guvnors returns to cinemas to mark National Theatre Live’s 10th birthday.
Fired from his skiffle band, Francis Henshall becomes minder to Roscoe Crabbe, a small time East End hood, now in Brighton to collect £6,000 from his fiancée’s dad. But Roscoe is really his sister Rachel posing as her own dead brother, who’s been killed by her boyfriend Stanley Stubbers.
Holed up at The Cricketers’ Arms, the permanently ravenous Francis spots the chance of an extra meal ticket and takes a second job with one Stanley Stubbers, who is hiding from the police and waiting to be re-united with Rachel. To prevent discovery, Francis must keep his two guvnors apart. Simple.
- 26 Sep 2019, 19:00 Book Now
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The Fitzwilliam String Quartet: Shostakovitch Inspired!
Live Music | Cerddoriaeth Fyw
DetailsSunday, 29 September 2019
The Fitzwilliam String Quartet: Shostakovitch Inspired!
Theatr Brycheiniog
Live Music | Cerddoriaeth FywThis exciting Music, Words and Live Art event with music painter Maryleen Schiltkamp and the Fitzwilliam String Quartet promises to be a unique experience! Maryleen will paint on canvas, live on stage in response to the Fitzwilliam String Quartet’s performance of Shostakovich’s 10th String Quartet. The quartet will also play Shostakovich’s 11th String Quartet and there will be readings from the composer’s diaries and memoirs. Music painting is an exciting new performance art, combining live music with artistic creations on canvas. The live painting on stage will follow and literally illustrate the musical movement and shapes heard and the colour of sound.
The Fitzwilliam is now one of the longest established string quartets in the world and achieved international recognition as a result of its members’ personal friendship with Dmitri Shostakovich and their subsequent championing of his string quartets following his death. Shostakovich entrusted them with the Western premières of the last three quartets and they became the first ever group to perform and record all fifteen.
- 29 Sep 2019, 15:30 Book Now
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Brecon Town Concert Band – Last Night of The Proms 2019
Classical Music | Cerddoriaeth Glasurol
DetailsMonday, 30 September 2019
Brecon Town Concert Band – Last Night of The Proms 2019
Theatr Brycheiniog
Classical Music | Cerddoriaeth GlasurolLast Night of the Proms concert will be incorporating the 2019 PromArt competition by projecting the summited artwork behind them as they play; this year's competition was based on the incidental music that Edvard Greig composed for Henrik Ibsen story of “Peer Gynt”
Programme includes:
Karl Jenkins's Palladio; Vaughan Williams's Flourish for Wind Band; Gounod's Funeral March of a Marionette; Mascagni's Intermezzo from Cavalleria Rusticana plus all the second half favourites - Fantasia on British Sea Songs; Land of Hope and Glory and Jerusalem.
- 30 Sep 2019, 19:00 Book Now
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Peggy's Song
Theatr Brycheiniog
Drama | DramaKatherine Chandler’s touchingly funny monologue explores an unexpected friendship between hapless hospital radio DJ Danny Walkman and tough talking patient Peggy.
After his radio show at St Bevan’s Hospital, Danny has a chance encounter in the Garden of Hope with Peggy. They’ve nothing in common, but in Danny’s world everyone likes music, don’t they?
Everyone’s got a song, and if there’s one thing Danny Walkman is good at, it’s getting people to tell him what their song is. Peggy doesn’t give much away, so it’s a race against time for Danny to find, and play, Peggy’s song.
Touring south WalesWritten by Katherine ChandlerDirected by Phil ClarkPerformed by Christian Pattersonhttps://www.nationaltheatrewales.org/ntw_shows/ntw-2o19/#peggy's_song
- 1 Oct 2019, 19:30 Book Now
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Andy Fairweather-Low & Low Riders & Hi Riders
Live Music | Cerddoriaeth Fyw
DetailsFriday, 4 October 2019
Andy Fairweather-Low & Low Riders & Hi Riders
Theatr Brycheiniog
Live Music | Cerddoriaeth FywAndy Fairweather Low shot to fame as Lead Singer in Amen Corner singing massive hits like Gin House Blues, Bend Me Shape Me and If Paradise is Half As Nice. A hugely successful Solo career followed with Wide Eyed And Legless being the biggest International hit from his three solo albums.
One of the most respected musicians in the world, Andy has consistently played guitar with more legendary artists than most people can name – Eric Clapton, George Harrison, Bob Dylan, Jimi Hendrix, The Band, Roger Waters, Pete Townshend… ……..and hundreds more.
He has been invited by Eric Clapton to be a featured artist at this year’s Crossroads festival in Dallas this September which puts him firmly in the world’s top 20 guitarists and is not only seen by those lucky enough to attend but also by millions on line, on TV & film thereafter.
Together with his band Dave Bronze - Bass & Vocals, Paul Beavis – Drums and Nick Pentelow - Sax & Clarinet this spectacular show will cover his whole career and they will be augmented by extra horns and Hammond Organ.
- 4 Oct 2019, 19:30 Book Now
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Family Taiko Taster Session
Workshops | Gweithdai
DetailsSunday, 6 October 2019 - Sunday, 1 December 2019
Family Taiko Taster Session
Theatr Brycheiniog
Workshops | GweithdaiDo you want to make some noise?
Come and have some fun playing Japanese Taiko drums at two taster workshop days, suitable for adults and children.You will feel energised and uplifted by the rhythms and body movements of Taiko.
These amazing drums will give you an experience like no other.
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Adult Taiko Taster Session
Workshops | Gweithdai
DetailsSunday, 6 October 2019 - Sunday, 1 December 2019
Adult Taiko Taster Session
Theatr Brycheiniog
Workshops | GweithdaiDo you want to make some noise?
Come and have some fun playing Japanese Taiko drums at two taster workshop days, suitable for adults and children.You will feel energised and uplifted by the rhythms and body movements of Taiko.
These amazing drums will give you an experience like no other.
No unaccompanied children under 12 years old
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James Acaster: COLD LASAGNE HATE MYSELF 1999
Theatr Brycheiniog
Comedy | ComediOne time I bought a lasagne from the supermarket, heated it up in the oven and ate a bit of it and it wasn't very nice so I put it in the fridge because it felt wrong to dump a whole lasagne in the bin and then later on I ate a spoonful of the cold lasagne because I was drunk and it was absolutely delicious. It was 4am. I then changed the name of a WhatsApp I was a part of to COLD LASAGNE HATE MYSELF 1999 because I had been thinking a lot about how 1999 was the best year of my life and also about how much I hate myself sometimes. The next day I was asked to name my new show. Come along.
Age Guidance: 14+
Photo credit: Edward Moore @edshots edshots.co.uk
- 6 Oct 2019, 20:00
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Sarah Deere-Jones: The History of the Celtic Harp images
Spoken Word | Darlithiau
DetailsTuesday, 8 October 2019
Sarah Deere-Jones: The History of the Celtic Harp images
Theatr Brycheiniog
Spoken Word | DarlithiauThe fascinating story of the history and development of the harp in Ireland, Scotland, Wales and Brittany, how it differed from harps and their music in England and the rest of Europe, and how it evolved into a symbol of proud identity with political significance. Sarah illustrates this lecture with live music and songs on medieval, Regency and modern Celtic-style harps.
- 8 Oct 2019, 14:30 Book Now
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ROH: Don Giovanni
Theatr Brycheiniog
Live Screenings | Sgrinio BywSexual intrigue, jealousy, wit, anger… and retribution! The new Royal Opera Season begins with Mozart’s engaging masterpiece, which follows Don Giovanni, the women he serially seduces, and the vengeance that finally catches up with him. The opera is renowned for its ever-shifting portrayals of complex characters, fast-moving action and mix of the comic and the heartfelt. A cast of international singers – both familiar and making Royal Opera debuts – under conductor Hartmut Haenchen perform the glorious arias and ensembles of this opera favourite.
Sung in Italian with English subtitles.
- 8 Oct 2019, 18:45 Book Now
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Greg Minnaar - Size Matters
Theatr Brycheiniog
Spoken Word | Darlithiau3x UCi Downhill World Champion, 3x UCi Downhill World Cup Champion, with 21 World Cup race wins and multiple podium positions, Greg Minnaar is unarguably one of the greatest mountain bikers in the history of the sport.
In this brand new show, Greg takes audiences on the journey of his incredible enduring racing career and the story of his life, covering everything from the early days of riding enthusiasm to his rise to the very top, the bikes that helped get him there and the teams behind the legendary rider!
- 10 Oct 2019, 19:30 Book Now
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Kast Off Kinks
Theatr Brycheiniog
Live Music | Cerddoriaeth FywFEELING KINKY?
The Kast off Kinks features three former members of the legendary band ‘The Kinks’, back together playing great music and re-living the good times whilst keeping the songs alive that made The Kinks a household name. This great line-up features Mick Avory (original drummer on all the classic hits from 1964-84), Ian Gibbons (keyboards/vocals, Kinks 80’s & 90’s and still with Sir Ray Davies), John Dalton (bass/vocals, Kinks 60’s & 70’s) alongside Dave Clarke (guitar/vocals, formerly of the Beach Boys, Noel Redding & Tim Rose).
Expect an evening of iconic hits including: You Really Got Me, Dedicated Follower of Fashion, Sunny Afternoon, Lola, Days, Waterloo Sunset, Come Dancing, All Day and All of the Night plus more...
A great night out, not to be missed!
“A full house, and a standing ovation. To anyone wondering about going, do not hesitate” (The Stables, Milton Keynes)
“Nothing short of superb. From start to finish it was filled with hit after hit” (Mad Ferret, Preston)
- 12 Oct 2019, 19:30 Book Now
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Crimes On The Coast
Theatr Brycheiniog
Theatre | TheatrBy Feargus Woods Dunlop, directed by James Farrell
A secluded island hotel just off the English coast becomes a crime scene, as a scandal-inducing femme-fatale is felled. All the guests on the island are suspects, but are they alone and is all quite what it seems?
Multi-award-winning theatre company New Old Friends present Crimes On the Coast, a comedy thriller directed by James Farrell (Associate Director -The 39 Steps, West End). The show enjoyed a sell-out national tour in 2018 (under previous title Crimes Under the Sun) and hits the road again in 2019 featuring four actors playing multiple outrageous characters, and a plot that romps along in the company’s trademark inventive style.
Inspired by Agatha Christie, Noel Coward and PG Wodehouse, you are invited on an hilarious but murderous trip to a classic English Riviera retreat.
'Murder most fun' British Theatre Guide
'A whodunnit romp' The Stage
- 15 Oct 2019, 19:30 Book Now
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Murmur
Theatr Brycheiniog
Dance | DawnsAn ambitious double-bill production of athletic contemporary dance, breath taking live music and powerful film imagery.
Dancers swoop through murmurations of starlings, struggle through raging storms, and float above torch light, fighting to find authenticity in a world in which acting is our only survival mechanism.
Supported by live band 'Best Supporting Actors' - FREE after show gig for all audience members
'Sensitive, personal and emotionally engaging' Wales Online
Performance is BSL interpreted
- 18 Oct 2019, 19:30 Book Now
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NT Live: A Midsummer Night's Dream
Theatr Brycheiniog
Live Screenings | Sgrinio BywA Midsummer Night’s Dream
by William Shakespeare‘The course of true love never did run smooth.’
A feuding fairy King and Queen of the forest cross paths with four runaway lovers and a troupe of actors trying to rehearse a play. As their dispute grows, the magical royal couple meddle with mortal lives leading to love triangles, mistaken identities and transformations… with hilarious, but dark consequences.
Shakespeare’s most famous romantic comedy will be captured live from the Bridge Theatre in London. Gwendoline Christie (Game of Thrones), Oliver Chris (Green Wing, NT Live: Young Marx), David Moorst (NT Live: Allelujah!) and Hammed Animashaun (The Barber Shop Chronicles) lead the cast as Titania, Oberon, Puck and Bottom.
Directed by Nicholas Hytner, this production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream will build on the success of his immersive staging of Julius Caesar (NT Live 2018). The Bridge Theatrewill become a forest – a dream world of flying fairies, contagious fogs and moonlight revels, surrounded by a roving audience following the action on foot.
- 20 Oct 2019, 19:00 Book Now
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The School That Can Rock
Theatre | Theatr
DetailsWednesday, 23 October 2019 - Thursday, 24 October 2019
The School That Can Rock
Theatr Brycheiniog
Theatre | TheatrThis two-act musical will bring back memories of a well-known movie from 2003.
The story follows a wannabe musician who poses as a substitute teacher at a fancy prep school. There he turns a class of straight–A pupils into a guitar-shredding, bass-slapping mind-blowing rock band. But can he get them to the Battle of the Bands without their parents and the school’s headmistress finding out?
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Brecon Baroque Festival 2019 - Festival Evensong
Classical Music | Cerddoriaeth Glasurol
DetailsThursday, 24 October 2019
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Brecon Baroque Festival 2019 - Zelenka: Missa Dei Patris
Classical Music | Cerddoriaeth Glasurol
DetailsFriday, 25 October 2019
Brecon Baroque Festival 2019 - Zelenka: Missa Dei Patris
Brecon Cathedral
Classical Music | Cerddoriaeth GlasurolZelenka’s exuberant Missa Dei Patris fizzes with style and energy. Robert Hollingworth directs soloists from his group I Fagiolini, and specially invited consort singers in a compelling opening evening to this year’s Brecon Baroque Festival.
Brecon Baroque
Director Robert Hollingworth
Leader Rachel Podger
With soloists from I Fagiolini and members of The 24
Soloists:Rebecca Lea – soprano
Ciara Hendrick – mezzo soprano
Nicholas Hurndall Smith – tenor
Stuart O'Hara – bass
‘Robert Hollingworth directed a performance of such vitality, resonance and immediacy that it scarcely seemed to matter who the music was by...’ The Telegraph
- 25 Oct 2019, 19:00 Book Now
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Brecon Baroque Festival 2019 - Baroque Tea Dance Workshop
Classical Music | Cerddoriaeth Glasurol
DetailsSaturday, 26 October 2019
Brecon Baroque Festival 2019 - Baroque Tea Dance Workshop
Brecon Subud Hall
Classical Music | Cerddoriaeth GlasurolBaroque Dance Workshop
Brecon Subud Hall, Canal Bank, Brecon, Powys, LD3 7HH
Tickets: Free for those attending Tea Dance
10am – 12pm
Led by Dancing Master Peter Brock, this free workshop introduces the dances featured in the afternoon Baroque Tea Dance and provides an informal opportunity to learn from scratch or refresh dancing skills.
- 26 Oct 2019, 10:00 Book Now
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Brecon Baroque Festival 2019 - Caffe Bohemia at The Muse
Classical Music | Cerddoriaeth Glasurol
DetailsSaturday, 26 October 2019 - Sunday, 27 October 2019
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Brecon Baroque Festival 2019 - Bohemian Rhapsodies
Classical Music | Cerddoriaeth Glasurol
DetailsSaturday, 26 October 2019
Brecon Baroque Festival 2019 - Bohemian Rhapsodies
The Plough Chapel
Classical Music | Cerddoriaeth GlasurolSATURDAY 26 OCTOBER 13.00 The Plough Chapel
BOHEMIAN RHAPSODIES - Music from the Czech Baroque
FIGO
Simone Pirri violin Alice Poppleton violin / viola
Jacob Garside cello / viola da gamba Sergio Bucheli lute / theorbo
The intriguing sound world of the Czech Baroque on an intimate scale in the lovely Plough Chapel.
Part of this year’s Brecon Baroque Festival.
www.figoensemble.com‘pleasing grace’ The Telgraph
Georg Muffat Music from Florilegium Primus
Johann Heinrich Schmelzer
Sonatae unarum Fidium
Duodena Selectarum Sonatarum
Gottfried Finger
12 Sonatas for Diverse Instruments, Op.1 - no. 4 and 5
Heinrich Ignaz Franz von Biber
Toccatafor Viola da GambaIF YOU HAVE SPECIAL SEATING REQUIREMENTS BECAUSE OF MOBILITY LIMITATIONS OR WHEELCHAIR USE, PLEASE MAKE YOUR BOOKING BY TELEPHONE, OR CALL AT THE BOX OFFICE IN PERSON.
Patrons and Friends of Brecon Baroque Festival receive a two-week priority booking period before general booking opens. If you would like to sign up to receive this benefit in future years, please see our Support Us page or contact info@breconbaroquefestival.com.- 26 Oct 2019, 13:00 Book Now
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Brecon Baroque Festival 2019 - Baroque Tea Dance
Classical Music | Cerddoriaeth Glasurol
DetailsSaturday, 26 October 2019
Brecon Baroque Festival 2019 - Baroque Tea Dance
Brecon Subud Hall
Classical Music | Cerddoriaeth GlasurolBrecon Subud Hall, Canal Bank, Brecon, Powys, LD3 7HH
Tickets: £15
3pm – 5pm
An every-popular feature of Brecon Baroque Festival. Enjoy period dance and delicious afternoon tea with Dancing Master Peter Brock and the Festival Tea Dance Ensemble. Ticket price includes a two-hour morning session, 10am to 12 noon at the Subud Hall, to learn your steps.
There will be workshops to enable participants to learn the dances at The Subud Hall on October 7, 14 and 21, 2.30 to 4pm. A charge of £2 is made on the day to cover the cost of venue hire.
- 26 Oct 2019, 15:00 Book Now
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Brecon Baroque Festival 2019 - The Three Bohemians
Classical Music | Cerddoriaeth Glasurol
DetailsSaturday, 26 October 2019
Brecon Baroque Festival 2019 - The Three Bohemians
Theatr Brycheiniog
Classical Music | Cerddoriaeth GlasurolTHE THREE BOHEMIANS: Biber, Muffat and Schmelzer
(Pre-concert talk at 18:00 in the auditorium: Free to ticket-holders)
A balletto, a battalia and a serenade crown a colourful programme that sees the strings and continuo of Brecon Baroque joined by trumpets and baritone soloist. Brecon Baroque Festival’s first evening this year at Theatr Brycheiniog.
‘The collective sense of style shown by Podger and her ensemble produced music making of inspiring vitality with light, transparent textures.’ - International Record Review
Heinrich Ignaz Franz Biber Sonatae tam aris quam aulis servientes
Schmelzer Fechtschule Balletto a 4
Biber Battalia
Sonata Die liederliche Gesellschaft
Muffat Armonico Tributo Sonata 5
Biber Fidicinium Sacro Profanum
Biber Sonatae tam aris quam aulis servientes
Biber Serenada à cinque Der Nachtwächter
21:00 - Post concert party in the Gallery
IF YOU HAVE SPECIAL SEATING REQUIREMENTS BECAUSE OF MOBILITY LIMITATIONS OR WHEELCHAIR USE, PLEASE MAKE YOUR BOOKING BY TELEPHONE, OR CALL AT THE BOX OFFICE IN PERSON.
Patrons and Friends of Brecon Baroque Festival receive a two-week priority booking period before general booking opens. If you would like to sign up to receive this benefit in future years, please see our Support Us page or contact info@breconbaroquefestival.com.- 26 Oct 2019, 19:00 Book Now
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Brecon Baroque Festival 2019 - Festival Eucharist
Classical Music | Cerddoriaeth Glasurol
DetailsSunday, 27 October 2019
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Brecon Baroque Festival 2019 - Echoes Of The Danube
Classical Music | Cerddoriaeth Glasurol
DetailsSunday, 27 October 2019
Brecon Baroque Festival 2019 - Echoes Of The Danube
Theatr Brycheiniog
Classical Music | Cerddoriaeth GlasurolIn Echo, Director Gawain Glenton
Gawain Glenton - cornetto
Anaïs Chen - violin
Emily White - sackbut
Krzysztof Lewandowski - dulcian
Silas Wollston - keyboard
Power and influence flowed from 17th-century Vienna under the Habsburgs across the Holy Roman Empire. With sophisticated, music-loving rulers, there was a flowering of creativity. Colourful sounds from the works of Bertali, Biber, Sances, Fux, and Froberger. Star ensemble IN ECHO visits this year’s Brecon Baroque Festival.
IN ECHO ‘….pulling material out of nowhere like magicians….a fascinating journey.’
BBC Music Magazine 2018
Giovanni Battista Buonamente Canzon quinta a 4
Giovanni Pandolfi-Mealli Sonata La Castella
Antonio Bertali Sonata a 3
Giovanni Antonio Bertoli Sonata settima
Giovanni Maria Sances Filli mirando il cielo
Johann Jakob Froberger Lament and Toccata in D minor
Vinzenz Fux Sonata a 4
Johann Staden Sonata a 4
Giovannni Battista Buonamente Sonata decima sopra Cavaletto zoppo
Heinrich Ignaz von Biber Passacaglia in G
Johann Jakob Froberger Lamento sopra la dolorosa perdita della Real
IF YOU HAVE SPECIAL SEATING REQUIREMENTS BECAUSE OF MOBILITY LIMITATIONS OR WHEELCHAIR USE, PLEASE MAKE YOUR BOOKING BY TELEPHONE, OR CALL AT THE BOX OFFICE IN PERSON.
Patrons and Friends of Brecon Baroque Festival receive a two-week priority booking period before general booking opens. If you would like to sign up to receive this benefit in future years, please see our Support Us page or contact info@breconbaroquefestival.com.- 27 Oct 2019, 19:00 Book Now
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Brecon Baroque Festival 2019 - Across The Beacons To Penpont Guided Walk
Workshops | Gweithdai
DetailsMonday, 28 October 2019
Brecon Baroque Festival 2019 - Across The Beacons To Penpont Guided Walk
National Park Vistor Centre
Workshops | GweithdaiACROSS THE BEACONS TO PENPONT
GUIDED WALKA guided walk across the Brecon Beacons led by a former National Park Warden. Take in the Beacons’ flora, fauna and ancient sites, ending at Penpont House and its beautiful grounds on the River Usk. Lunch is available at Penpont but is not included in the ticket price. Minibus return to the car park is included.
Meeting point: Brecon Beacons Mountain Centre, Libanus, LD3 8ER
Advance booking essential. Please also note - Lunch is an optional extra on top of the ticket price and will be paid direct to Penpont Cafe - not through the Box Office.
*Please CLICK HERE to see all walk details and requirements. We will ask all ticket buyers to provide confirmation that they have read and can comply with these.
Patrons and Friends of Brecon Baroque Festival receive a two-week priority booking period before general booking opens. If you would like to sign up to receive this benefit in future years, please see our Support Us page or contact info@breconbaroquefestival.com.
- 28 Oct 2019, 10:00 Book Now
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Brecon Baroque Festival 2019 - Following The Danube
Classical Music | Cerddoriaeth Glasurol
DetailsMonday, 28 October 2019
Brecon Baroque Festival 2019 - Following The Danube
Theatr Brycheiniog
Classical Music | Cerddoriaeth GlasurolBrecon Baroque Festival Orchestra directed by Rachel Podger
South Powys Youth Orchestra conducted by Tim CroninBrecon Baroque Festival’s celebratory finale concert features music from the glittering societies of Bohemia and Vienna encompassing the Baroque and Classical styles. Music by Benda, Zelenka, Biber and Mozart.
Joseph Myslivicek Symphony no 3 in F major
Jiří Antonín BendaConcerto for Harpsichord in F minor
Jan Dismas Zelenka Hipocondrie à 7 Concertanti inA, ZWV 187
Mozart Overture to La Clemenza di Tito,K621
Biber Sonata à 6 in B flat Die Pauernkirchfahrt genandt
MozartPrague Symphony No. 38 in D, K 504‘Podger's own playing is elegant and spirited, with pure tuning and fine, clear tone. It’s to her credit that she encourages her colleagues to play so positively.’ GramophoneIF YOU HAVE SPECIAL SEATING REQUIREMENTS BECAUSE OF MOBILITY LIMITATIONS OR WHEELCHAIR USE, PLEASE MAKE YOUR BOOKING BY TELEPHONE, OR CALL AT THE BOX OFFICE IN PERSON.
Patrons and Friends of Brecon Baroque Festival receive a two-week priority booking period before general booking opens. If you would like to sign up to receive this benefit in future years, please see our Support Us page or contact info@breconbaroquefestival.com.- 28 Oct 2019, 19:00 Book Now
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Oskar's Amazing Adventure
Children's Events | Digwyddiadau i Blant
DetailsThursday, 31 October 2019
Oskar's Amazing Adventure
Theatr Brycheiniog
Children's Events | Digwyddiadau i BlantAn original, heartwarming and entertaining play for young children and their families, full of good humour, adventure, music and song.
Fun-loving puppy Oskar leaves the snowbound little house on top of the mountain to try to find a friendly animal to play with. But where are all the animals? And why does Oskar have to wait till spring to play his favourite game again? This original play for young children uses a rich mix of storytelling, physical theatre, clowning, puppetry and music & song to tell the tale of a puppy’s search for friendship in the wilderness of the Alps.
Suitable for children 2 to 8 years of age and their families. It is also suitable for nursery and lower primary school classes.
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And Finally...Phil Collins
Theatr Brycheiniog
Live Music | Cerddoriaeth FywFor over 30 years, Phil Collins has written a diverse range of songs that have defined generations.
And Finally…Phil Collins are credited as being the UK’s Top Phil Collins Tribute, fronted by singer Chris O'Connell who brings to the stage the charisma and characteristics of the man who fronted Genesis and has sold 150 million albums in his solo career.
This production delivers a two hour high energy show packed full of Phil’s solo hits including ‘In The Air Tonight’, ‘Another Day In Paradise’ and ‘Sussudio’ along with a sprinkling of Genesis hits for good measure. Featuring some of the country's top touring musicians, two drums kits and the esteemed ’And Finally Horns'.
This is a great opportunity to come and celebrate with us the illustrious career of the one and only Phil Collins.
- 2 Nov 2019, 19:30 Book Now
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Legends of American Country
Theatr Brycheiniog
Live Music | Cerddoriaeth FywNow seen by over 250,000 fans direct from Ireland Europe's No 1 Country music show "The Legends of American Country" returns for another fantastic night of toe tapping Country classics. The 2019 tour will showcase highly acclaimed tributes to Dolly Parton, Johnny Cash, Merle Haggard, Patsy Cline and Kenny Rogers, also 5 brand new tributes to icons Jim Reeves, Charley Pride, Patsy Cline, Glen Campbell, Tammy Wynette and Don Williams and countless other well known hit songs in this must see extravaganza.
The show features 4 fantastic singers who are all backed by the superb Keltic Storm band and coupled with an authentic stage set that will transport you all the way to Nashville and back. One things for sure if you like Country music this is the only show in town!
- 4 Nov 2019, 19:30 Book Now
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ROH: Mixed Triple Bill
Theatr Brycheiniog
Live Screenings | Sgrinio BywConcerto / Enigma Variations / Raymonda Act III
From The Royal Ballet’s classical origins in the works of Marius Petipa, to the home-grown choreographers who put British ballet on the world stage, this mixed programme highlights the versatility of the Company.
Petipa’s Raymonda Act III is Russian classical ballet summarized in one act, full of sparkle and precise technique, while Ashton’s Enigma Variations is quintessentially British in every way – from its score by Elgar and period designs by Julia Trevelyan Oman, to Ashton’s signature style, the essence of British ballet. Concerto, MacMillan’s fusion of classical technique with a contemporary mind, completes a programme that shows the breadth of The Royal Ballet’s heritage.
Orchestra of the Royal Opera House.
- 5 Nov 2019, 19:15 Book Now
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ART by Yasmina Reza
Theatr Brycheiniog
Drama | DramaDirected by Richard Tunley
The team behind One Man, Two Guvnors and Lootpresent this multi-award winning comedy masterpiece. Starring Black RAT favourites Gareth John Bale (One Man, Two Guvnors, 39 Steps, Grav) and Keiron Self (BBC TV’s My Family, Neville’s Island & Bedroom Farce).
Serge has bought a large, completely white painting for an extortionate sum of money. Marc hates the painting and cannot believe that a friend of his could possibly want such a modern piece. Yvan attempts, unsuccessfully, to placate both sides with hilarious consequences.
The question is: Are you who you think you are or are you who your friends think you are?
Three men; one painting; much disaster!Classy, funny, entertaining and heart-warming, ART is a phenomenon and one of the most successful comedies ever.
Age Guide 14+
Supported by Arts Council Wales
- 6 Nov 2019, 19:30 Book Now
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NT Live: Hansard
Theatr Brycheiniog
Live Screenings | Sgrinio BywHansard
by Simon WoodHansard; noun
The official report of all parliamentary debates.See two-time Olivier Award winners, Lindsay Duncan (Birdman, About Time) and Alex Jennings (The Lady in the Van, The Queen), in this brand-new play by Simon Wood, broadcast live from the National Theatre in London.
It’s a summer’s morning in 1988 and Tory politician Robin Hesketh has returned home to the idyllic Cotswold house he shares with his wife of 30 years, Diana. But all is not as blissful as it seems. Diana has a stinking hangover, a fox is destroying the garden, and secrets are being dug up all over the place. As the day draws on, what starts as gentle ribbing and the familiar rhythms of marital scrapping quickly turns to blood-sport.
Don’t miss this witty and devastating portrait of the governing class, directed by Simon Godwin (NT Live: Antony & Cleopatra, Twelfth Night) and part of National Theatre Live’s 10th birthday season.
- 7 Nov 2019, 19:00 Book Now
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Swan Lake
Theatr Brycheiniog
Dance | DawnsRussian National Ballet
Presents
Swan Lake – The greatest of all romantic ballets
Music by Pyotr I. Tchaikovsky
After the sell-out performance last year, Russian National Ballet returns with the most famous Ballet of all time. Swan Lake is one of Tchaikovsky’s best works, featuring some of ballet’s most memorable music and breath-taking dance.
Swan Lake is a tale of two young women, Odette and Odilie, who resembles each other so strikingly one can easily be mistaken for the other.
It is the compelling legend of a tragic romance in which a princess, Odette, is turned into a swan by an evil curse. Prince Siegfried chances upon a flock of swans while out hunting. When one of the swans turns into a beautiful young woman he is instantly captivated – will his love prove strong enough to break the evil spell that she is under?
Swan Lake is full of mystery and romance and has captured the imagination of generations over the years and it continues to attract worldwide audiences, young and old.
A wonderful evening out and memories which you will cherish long after the final curtain falls.
For more information, please go to www.russian-national-ballet.com
- 11 Nov 2019, 19:30 Book Now
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Rosamund Bartlett: The Culture of Imperial Russia
Spoken Word | Darlithiau
DetailsTuesday, 12 November 2019
Rosamund Bartlett: The Culture of Imperial Russia
Theatr Brycheiniog
Spoken Word | DarlithiauFor centuries, the arts in Russia were dominated by the Orthodox Church, whose power was only curtailed by Peter the Great. By the end of the 18th century, the arts had begun to flourish, but were heavily westernized and subject to court patronage. This lecture tells the story of how native artists, composers and writers broke away from the court in the 19th century in order to forge a cultural identity that was truly Russian. Emerging from obscurity on the eve of twentieth century, the cultural explosion on the eve of the 1917 Revolution then brought Russian art into the international arena in spectacular fashion.
- 12 Nov 2019, 14:30 Book Now
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Martin Simpson – A Master of His Art
Live Music | Cerddoriaeth Fyw
DetailsThursday, 14 November 2019
Martin Simpson – A Master of His Art
Theatr Brycheiniog
Live Music | Cerddoriaeth FywNominated ‘Musician of the Year’ – BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards 2018
“Martin Simpson has transcended borders and oceans to quietly become a superb storyteller and musician of great depth and unquestionable taste.” Stephen Fearing
The remarkable intimate solo performances Martin gives go from strength to strength - every gig is a masterclass. He travels the length and breadth of the UK and beyond, giving rapt audiences passion, sorrow, love, beauty, tragedy and majesty through his playing.
In September Topic Records will release Martin’s new album, a mixture of Simpson originals and traditional songs and tunes with guest appearances from friends old and new.
As ever Martin is pushing in new directions, expect exquisite ensemble playing and solo magic.
(Photo Credit: Judith Burrows)
- 14 Nov 2019, 19:30 Book Now
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Present Laughter
Theatr Brycheiniog
Live Screenings | Sgrinio BywPresent Laughter
by Noël CowardMatthew Warchus directs Andrew Scott (BBC’s Sherlock, Fleabag) in Noël Coward’s provocative comedy Present Laughter.
As he prepares to embark on an overseas tour, star actor Garry Essendine’s colourful life is in danger of spiralling out of control. Engulfed by an escalating identity crisis as his many and various relationships compete for his attention, Garry’s few remaining days at home are a chaotic whirlwind of love, sex, panic and soul-searching.
Captured live from The Old Vic in London, Present Laughter is a giddy and surprisingly modern reflection on fame, desire and loneliness.
- 28 Nov 2019, 19:00 Book Now
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Thunder Road
Theatr Brycheiniog
Comedy | ComediThis bold, original dark comedy by RedCape Theatreis about the power of the Heimlich manoeuvre, the call of the open road, and the kind of friendship you'd take a bullet for.
Two women pack a car with training materials and medical supplies and set off on a journey, leaving their ordinary lives behind and waving goodbye to darkness and disappointment in the rear view mirror. It's just for a couple of days, then life will return to normal. But when things take an unexpected turn in a Travelodge and events spin out of control, satnavs must be re-adjusted, and Maureen and Sylvie find themselves on the road trip of a life time.
Part quintessentially British First Aid training course, part 'Thelma and Louise', Thunder Road tells a story like you've never seen before, that will ring true in your heart and make you laugh till you cry.
Age recommendation: 14+
“a very funny, vibrant show which also takes on weightier issues” Hereford Times
“two adventurers who'll make you marvel and gasp with their groundbreaking First Aid skills” Broadway World
“Fun and feisty, a quirky road trip through dreams and friendship, first aid tips and cowboy boots. A very entertaining 75 minutes.” British Theatre Guide
- 29 Nov 2019, 19:30 Book Now
