Theatr Powys

we have 64 plays by Theatr Powys in our database . Click on the name of the play to read reviews we have in our database.

• The man who walked through walls [ 2011]
  author: Charles Way
  synopsis:
  Montmartre, Paris. The Age of Jazz. Monsieur Dutilleul is an ordinary man; a man of habit living an entirely unremarkable life; until that is, he discovers his remarkable power, the ability to walk through walls. A poignant comedy ensues as Dutilleul transforms, becoming the fabulous burglar ‘The Lone Wolf’. Will newfound celebrity offer fulfillment? Only when he finds he can love and be loved does he question the walls he has built around himself.
  
  
• Scarecrow [ 2010]
  author: Chris Cooper
  synopsis:
  A warm and deliciously funny new play In a tumbledown cottage, half swallowed by the trees creeping over ruined walls jutting like broken teeth. A forgotten place, haunt of rooks in the morning. Quiet though. Peaceful. It was Wynne’s place. Her refuge - where she took her ten-year old self and the things in her head for some piece of mind in the quiet. Until, that is, she rescued him - Scarecrow. In bits he was, the stuffing knocked out, so Wynne pulled him together and fixed him up. She even made him a new face with eyes and a smile. And that’s when all the threads started coming together. Scarecrow is about being young and making sense, about finding friendship and the search for family.
  
  
• carecrow [ 2010]
  author: Chris Cooper
  synopsis:
  A warm and deliciously funny new play In a tumbledown cottage, half swallowed by the trees creeping over ruined walls jutting like broken teeth. A forgotten place, haunt of rooks in the morning. Quiet though. Peaceful. It was Wynne’s place. Her refuge - where she took her ten-year old self and the things in her head for some piece of mind in the quiet. Until, that is, she rescued him - Scarecrow. In bits he was, the stuffing knocked out, so Wynne pulled him together and fixed him up. She even made him a new face with eyes and a smile. And that’s when all the threads started coming together. Scarecrow is about being young and making sense, about finding friendship and the search for family.
  
  
• Cwmwl Tystion [ 2009]
  author: theatr powys
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  Cwmwl Tystion is a programme about words. A story in which the children join a pilgrimage in search of words, words that one little heart needs so much. Participatory Theatre in Education programme for Years 4,5 & 6
  
  
• Angel [ 2007]
  author: Chris Cooper
  synopsis:
  1956 – The Platters, Johnny Ray, Elvis Presley, Guy Mitchell blast from the tranny as do the Prime Minister’s words.   With Mam’s head in a black cloud and his Dad away at war, Hywel has to fight his own battle. Angel is a new English language community touring play.  Written by Chris Cooper, author of A Christmas Carol, Morgiana’s Dance and All at Sea, it’s a gem.  A poetic, imagistic, inspirational play for all who know what it is to be young and wise.  Suitable for all from the age of 6 with a guiding hand to hold.
  
  
• Antigone [ 2005]
  author: Devised by the Company
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  “There is no art that teaches us to know The temper, mind or spirit of any man” Theatre in Education programme for secondary students Rhaglen Theatr Mewn Addysg ar gyfer myfyrwyr ysgol uwchradd Devised by the Company Dyfeisiwyd gan y Cwmni Human beings are defined by what they do and by the truth of what they say. These words and deeds shape the world. Antigone was written two and a half thousand years ago. It is the story of a young woman, in a time of war, who determined to act and speak in accordance with her conscience, looks authority in the face and sees a mask, devoid of humanity. Today in 2005, also a time of war, the image of Antigone in the face of that pitiless mask endures. It is an image of our time. This full day participatory TIE programme will bring to life the drama of Antigone. Young people will be invited to explore and explain to themselves and each other, the nature of human society and the power of word and deed. Perfformir gan/Performed by: Chris Batten Danie Croft Naomi Doyle Olwen Medi Llion Williams Stage Management/Rheolwr Llwyfan: Chad Hind Directed by/Cyfarwyddwyd gan: Ian Yeoman Designed by/Cynlluniwyd gan: Jill Rolfe Costume assistance/Cynorthw-ydd cynhyrchu: Tia Swan Music and sound/Cerddoriaeth a sain gan: Dan Lawrence Tour administration/Gweinyddwraig y daith: Nikki Leopold Administrative assistance/Cynorthw-ydd gweinyddol: Sue Early Diffinir y bod dynol trwy air a gweithred. Y gweithredoedd a’r geiriau yma sy’n ffurfio’r byd. Ysgrifennwyd Antigone dros ddwy fil a hanner o flynyddoedd yn ôl. Hanes merch ifanc yn ystod cyfnod rhyfel sy’n benderfynol o lefaru a gweithredu yn unol â’i chydwybod; sy’n herio awdurdod ac yn dod wyneb yn wyneb â mwgwd anhrugarog. Yn 2005 eto, mewn cyfnod o ryfel mae’r ddelwedd o Antigone yn wynebu y mwgwd didostur mor fyw ag erioed. Bydd y diwrnod cyfranogol o’r rhaglen Antigone yn anadlu bywyd i wythiennau hanfod y ddrama. Rhoddir cyfle i bobl ifanc archwylio ac esbonio drostynt eu hunain ac i’r naill a’r llall, natur y gymdeithas ddynol a grym gweithred a gair.
  
  
• The Towers of Ilium [ 2003]
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• Something that Happened Just South of Solitude [ 2003]
  author: Bob Wallbank
  synopsis:
  'Something That Happened Just South Of Solitude' is a full day participatory programme designed for secondary school students; it is rooted in the drama of John Steinbeck's Nobel prize winning novel 'Of Mice And Men'. It is also deeply concerned with the role of literature in the lives of young people today.
  
  
• hansel and gretel [ 2002]
  author: David Lyn
  synopsis:
  A reworking of the classiic Hans Christian Anderson fable
  
  
• Living with Macbeth [ 2002]
  author: Devised by the company
  synopsis:
  Theatre in Education project for secondary students “…Unnatural deeds do breed unnatural troubles” Macbeth is overthrown. In the aftermath of the war a team of International Commissioners confront the disturbing reality of life in the world for the victims of the power struggle. Thousands flee for the borders. Others are detained in holding areas. The Commissioners gain access to a holding area. A derelict building where they find three children: casualties who are chained, detained, abandoned at play. They play out the nightmare of the world of Macbeth. What is the world of Macbeth? What has happened to the children in the world? How must it be changed? Shakespeare’s Macbeth is a play of its time and for all times. 'Living with Macbeth' is a full day, participatory TIE Programme, designed for secondary school students. In the course of their day with the Company the students will explore the real matter of Shakespeare’s play. Through their role as commissioners investigating the situation of ordinary people in extraordinary times, the world of Macbeth and its relationship to our world, will be made accessible, relevant and meaningful for them.
  
  
• Plant Ffawd [ 2001]
  author: Ian Yeoman
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• Chance Children [ 2001]
  author: Ian Yeoman
  synopsis:
  Directed by Ian Yeoman Musical Direction by Daniel Lawrence Designed by Jill Rolfe Actors & Actresses featured were Emyr Bell, Hanneke Blower, Dani Croft, Chloe Mostyn, Deborah Wozencraft, Darren Stokes Summary Chance Children was a full day programme in schools. The company performed the new play and then, using a variety of rich drama conventions, involved the children in an active exploration of the material and themes raised in the story.
  
  
• Fi Fy Hun [ 2000]
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• Pillow of Glass [ 2000]
  author: devised by the company
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  Directed by Ian Yeoman Musical Direction by Nia Morgan Designed by Jill Rolfe Actors & Actresses featured were Emyr Bell, Kathryn Hodges, Enid Gruffudd, Katie Hiam, Crisian Hunnam Pillow of Glass is a full day programme combining theatre performance with highly visual and tactile components, original music and opportunities for the children to become actively involved; making their own meaning, as they encounter themes and issues the material raises.
  
  
• Minimata [ 2000]
  author: devised by the company
  synopsis:
  Directed by Ian Yeoman Musical Direction by Daniel Lawrence Designed by Jill Rolfe Actors & Actresses featured were Emyr Bell, Enid Gruffudd, Grug Maria, Sior Llyfni, Daryl Shute, Llion Williams The history of the industrial poisoning of Minamata Bay, and the extraordinary courage of the community who fished its waters, has been the central stimulas in the creation of these new "Theatre in Education" programmes for the young people of Powys. In the course of a full day of theatre and inter-active drama, we will explore with the children the complex and fragile relationship between human culture and nature. A "Theatre in Education" projest for years 5 and 6. Both English and Welsh language.
  
  
• Cinderella [ 2000]
  author: Charles Way
  synopsis:
  Actors & Actresses featured were Daniel Lawrence, Emyr Bell, Ian Yeoman, Kathryn Hodges, Olwen Medi Summary Cinderella is a journey from sickness to health, from darkness to light. It's all about the transforming power of music and light. A traditional interpretation of a magical fairy story for all ages.
  
  
• Safa'n Saff [ 1999]
  author: Ian Staples
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• Wind [ 1999]
  author: Gregg Cullen
  synopsis:
  For Mid Powys Youth Theatre Directed by Andrew Sterry Music by Jak J Poore Desined by Lucy Bevan
  
  
• The Little Clay People/Y Bobl Bach Clai [ 1999]
  author: devised by the company
  synopsis:
  Directed by Ian Yeoman Musical Direction by Daniel Lawrence Designed by Lucy Bevan Actors & Actresses featured were Dora Jones, Sior Llyfni, Emyr Bell, Grug Maria The children participating in "The Little Clay People" will step with the actors into the world of our beginings. In a whole day of story,theatre, music,dance and drama we will explore together who and what we are,how we shape the world and how the world shapes us.
  
  
• The Apothecary's Story [ 1999]
  author: devised by the company
  synopsis:
  Directed by Ian Yeoman Musical Direction by Daniel Lawrence Designed by Jill Rolfe Actors & Actresses featured were Emyr Bell, Hanneke Blower, David Jones, Ian Blower The Apothecary's Story is a full day, participatory Theatre in Education Programme designed for secondary school students in years 7 to 9. In the course of their day with Theatr Powys the students will explore the matter of Shakespears Romeo and Juliet in a 'hands on' and immediate way - in a manner that will render it meaningful and relevant to them.
  
  
• Gwin Coch a Fodca [ 1998]
  author: Wynford Ellis Owen
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  Actors & Actresses featured were Emyr Bell, Sior Llyfni, Olwen Medi 'Gwin Coch a Fodka' is based on the true story of one man's desperate journey into the clutches of alcoholism and drug-abuse. For 26 years, Meichas been a slave to alcohol and other drugs. This raw, revealing play follows Meic's twisted thoughts and irrational behaviour which held him in the throes of the sickness for so long, and brought him to within an inch of loosing everything.
  
  
• Morgiana's Dance [ 1998]
  author: Chris Cooper
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  Directed by Ian Yeoman Musical Direction by Daniel Lawrence Designed by Lucy Bevan Actors & Actresses featured were Emyr Bell, Ian Blower, Olwen Medi, Sior Llyfni, Lisa Redwood
  
  
• The Picture Writers [ 1998]
  author: devised by the company
  synopsis:
  Directed by Ian Yeoman Designed by Madalaine Millar The children who participate in this drama will come to know the community. They will confront the two newcomers and their visions. The children will decide the nature if the Picture Writing, providing the answers they don't yet know. A "Theatre in Education" programme for years 4 and 5.
  
  
• The Shakespeare Project [ 1998]
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• Yr Uniad [ 1998]
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• Silas Mariner [ 1998]
  author: Gregg Cullen
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  Youth theatre production
  
  
• Ladies Ladies [ 1997]
  author: Louise Osborn
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• The Constitution of the People [ 1997]
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• The Little Drummer Boy [ 1997]
  author: Maureen Lawrence
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• Whispers in the Woods [ 1997]
  author: Gregg Cullen
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  Youth theatre production
  
  
• Andorra [ 1997]
  author: Siwan Ellis (translation)
  synopsis:
  Directed by Ian Yeoman Designed by Meri Wells A well-crafted play which challenges our understanding of self and identity,of nation and nationality,of race and racism. Sit,watch and listen to the evidence presented to you,a number of questions to be considered. What is identity?What is nation?What is racism?and what makes an individual? This is not a discussion of anti-semetism.In the play we see a young man caught in an image created by others.It is a web,and everyone around him is caught in the web and contributing to that image.
  
  
• Ablutions [ 1997]
  author: Tracy Spottiswoode
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• Tall Stories [ 1997]
  author: Gregg Cullen
  synopsis:
  Youth theatre production
  
  
• Maria's Baby [ 1996]
  author: devised by the company
  synopsis:
  Directed by Ian Yeoman Musical Direction by Craig Hopkinson Designed by Allie Saunders Stage Managed by Paul Howey Actors & Actresses featured were Catrin Epworth, Nigel Gilkes, Rhian Hefin, Sior Llyfni, Ian Yeoman Based on the play "Woyzeck" by Georg Buchner. The young people who join with us to experience this new "Theatre in Education" programme will enter this world directly. Together they will meet the challenge of the future of the child. Who in the world will embrace responsibility for Maria's Baby? How will the child grow? What must the child learn?
  
  
• The Time of the Wolf [ 1996]
  author: Gillian Clarke
  synopsis:
  Directed by Ian Yeoman Musical Direction by Daniel Lawrence Designed by Christine Marfleet In association with Theatr Powys, Welsh poet Gillian Clarke, whose vibrant and resonant work has delighted people of all genorations, offers her first play. with evocative use of both English and Welsh langauge; newly created music and stunning visual images, "The Time of the Wolf" tells a story that will speak to all ages- of all ages
  
  
• An Informers Duty [ 1996]
  author: Gregg Cullen
  synopsis:
  Originally billed as 'The Informer's Duty-The Life of Shostakovich' the play was actually first performed in March 1992 over 10 nights at the Bute Theatre, Cardiff by final year students of the Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama. Directed by Paul Clements with a cast of over 30 actors and a 77 piece symphony orchestra, it was the first time the Schools of Music & Drama had united for a production review by A.J.Sicluna which appeared in the Western Mail. 'A hard-hitting experience, riveting from start to finish, adding a completely new dimension and awareness of the reign of terror unleashed by Stalin in the 1930's. It was nothing less than a major achievement. In Paul Clements' clever and perceptive production, Stalin, who boasts a Geordie accent, is played to perfection by Simeon Truby. The way the orchestra all gather to listen to Shostakovich's famous speech to the Composer's Union was another clever effect. Dramatically, it could not have been better prepared and Sean Carlsen as Shostakovich presented a convincing, superbly rounded character. Lynne Semour is no less successful as Nina Shostakovich. Miss this amazing experience at your peril'.
  
  
• Out of Mandragora/Gadael Mandroga [ 1996]
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• The Secret Young Peoples Gathering [ 1996]
  author: Stuart Blackburn
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  SYPG ran for three years in mid-Wales and involved young people from all over Powys. Founded in 1995 by Simon John for the Welsh Association of Youth Clubs, SYPG was based at the Wyeside Arts Centre in Builth Wells, and had a very strong relationship with Theatr Powys under their Youth Arts wing.
  
  
• Sky Blue Sea [ 1996]
  author: devised by the company
  synopsis:
  Directed by Steve Byrne Designed by Mark Viner A new play for children of all ages over 5 years old. Inspired by the work of artists and sculptors,this brand new play will fuse storytelling,drama and music with highly visual and colourful images in a way which will provide an unusual,exciting and captivating experience for children and adults alike.
  
  
• My Old Jumper [ 1996]
  author: devised by the company
  synopsis:
  Directed by Louise Osborn Designed by Andrea Montag Through the stories and small details of ordinary people's lives, this beautiful play uses poetry,dance and song to tell a deeply moving story of courage,hope and recistance.In it we meet a young child hiding away in the basement of an old theatre in Sarajevo,where she struggles to piece together the fragments of her former life."My Old Jumper" will touch you in a way that distant journalism cannot. Also toured as a "Theatre in Education" programme for Year 8
  
  
• 20.20 [ 1996]
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• Love Knot [ 1996]
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• Tua'r Tan [ 1995]
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• I Bravi Ragazzi [ 1995]
  author: Carys Evans
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  Directed by Cath Greenwood Designed by Christine Marfleet Actors & Actresses featured were Catrin Epworth, David Olufemi "I Bravi Ragazzi" sets out to explore the issues surrounding the throwing of the rock that killed Luisa.This act was intended to liven up the evbening for two young men.These young men are from prosperous families in a town at the center of Italy's "Golden Triangle".They have been hailed as the "Good Guys" in the discotheques and amusement arcades of Bussolengo,a suburb of Verona. "I Bravi Ragazzi" and accompanying workshops will seek to understand the nature of this chilling emptiness, the gulf between these young men and their parents and the attraction they hold for their peers.What are the origin and funsction of role models and heros,and their relevance for young people?The day's programme will begin to unravel these issues.
  
  
• The Hunter's Field [ 1995]
  author: devised by the company
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  Directed by Annette O'Reilly "The Hunter's Field" is a full day "Theatre in Education" programmw for primary and secondary children aged 9 to 13, setting pupils on a path of discovery through the projects central question- WHY DO PEOPLE COMMIT ACTS OF EXTREME CRUELTY TO EACH OTHER? Working through role and frame,the young peiople and Actor/Teachers involved enter the world of Shackleton Military Acadamy.A world where rules and paramount and where cadets can be secure in the knowledege that their success will bring reward and recognition.Yet something is very wrong within the Academy's walls.Child has turned on child.How has this happend?What do the class recommend for the future?
  
  
• Tarzanne – The Remix [ 1995]
  author: Gregg Cullen
  synopsis:
  Youth theatre production
  
  
• The Night Garden [ 1995]
  author: Carys Evans
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  Directed by Louise Osborn Designed by Madalaine Millar This new play was devised and written for children by Theatr Powys who in 1993 celebrated 21 years working with schools and communities in Powys. "The Night Garden"- a place where the outside world comes in,where earth meets water and where land is a prisoner of the sea.
  
  
• Rumplestiltskin [ 1994]
  author: Mike Kenny
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  A play for children by Mike Kenny.Here's a story that's old.Of how a girl turned straw to gold,of what it cost,what she nearly lost.Watch and see this wonderful tale unfold.
  
  
• The Partridge Dance [ 1994]
  author: Geoff Gilham
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• Little Devils [ 1994]
  author: Gregg Cullen
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  Youth Theatre production
  
  
• Llain y Gofalwr [ 1994]
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• The Caretakers Plot [ 1994]
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• Glory [ 1994]
  author: Mary Cooper
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  Directed by Gail Mcintyre Designed by Madalaine Millar Stage Managed by Rhiannon Robertson-Wade Actors & Actresses featured were Llinos Clwyd, Jeremi Cockram, Maria Pride, Ian Staples Summary Glory, is a full day Theatre in Education project for 8 and 9 year olds combining performance pieces and concise exploratory workshops. Glory is a collabortaion between Theatr Powys and Powys Area Child Protection Committee, Powys County Council, Welsh Arts Council, South EastWales Arts Association and North Wales Arts Association.
  
  
• The Last Picnic [ 1993]
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• Sharazade [ 1993]
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• The Present [ 1993]
  author: devised by the company
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  Directed by Louise Osborn Designed by Christine Marfleet A full day Theatre in Education programme for years 5&6. Framed in the role as 'concerned parents', the participants are invited to dynamically explore the questions contained in this story, to consider the 'suitability' of this material for their age group, and to critically appraise what meaning and relevance the past holds for them in the present.
  
  
• Clouds of Glory [ 1993]
  author: Mary Brand
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• Coch du ac Anwybodus [ 1993]
  author: Edward Bond (in translation)
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• Mother Hubbard [ 1992]
  author: Dic Edwards
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  Toured Powys 28.11.92 - 01.02.93 Directed by Guy Roderick
  
  
• Raging Angels [ 1992]
  author: Gregg Cullen
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• Regan [ 1992]
  author: Dic Edwards
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• Red Dressing [ 1992]
  author: Louise Osborn
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  Red Dressing is a collaboration between Theatr Powys and Powys & Powys Area Child Protection Committee Red Dressing is a full day Theatre in Education project targeted for upper secondary and further education students.
  
  
• Soil [ 1992]
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• The Emperors New Clothes [ 1992]
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