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Pontardawe Arts Centre autumn season: theatre and performance listings
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Vortigern’s Kingdom
Fresh from The Edinburgh Fringe Festival
Written by Owen Staton
Welsh storyteller whose dynamic takes on Welsh myths is proving popular around the UK. Vortigern's Kingdom is the perfect introduction for young and old alike to traditional Welsh tales, from
‘The Dragon's of Dinas Emrys’ to ‘Gelert’. Staton and his companions bring these to life like never before to provide an unforgettable storytelling experience that combines both drama and comedy.
Wednesday 3rd October at 1.30pm (Schools performance) & 7pm
Tickets: £7 £6 Concessions £5 Schools
Mid Wales Opera presents La Bohème
Mid Wales Opera will be returning this year with a brand new production of Puccini’s ever popular La Bohème. Containing several of opera’s best-known arias and duets, its ravishingly beautiful music and the composer’s unique dramatic flair, combine brilliantly to portray the passions and laughter of the young bohemians. This production of ‘La Bohème’ will include a youthful but experienced cast who possess the vitality and imagination essential for the interpretation of this opera. This production will be performed in English.
Thursday 4th October at 7.30pm
Tickets £14 Full £12 Earlybird (available until 14th September) • Bring a child for £1
Henry V For Kids
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Theater Gruene Sosse, Germany. A co-production with Theatre Brycheiniog, Brecon.
Staying true in spirit to Shakespeare's 'Henry V', this is an ideal introduction to the language and themes explored in the classic text, this is above all accessible and hugely enjoyable for children aged 7+.
Henry is still young when he becomes King of England. The treasury is empty and the palace needs renovating. In an old book, he reads that France used to belong to England and that there is a wonderful castle in France.
Henry wants that fortress - and the rest of France besides. And the cost, he cares not one jot. Henry V's vision of power, glory, kingship, and the rigors of war are often used to celebrate English patriotism. In this production, they are used to decry war's inhumanity and senselessness.
Post Show talk and educational packs available on request.
Tuesday 16th October at 1pm
Tickets: £8 £6 Concessions £4 Students
India Dance Wales
India Dance Wales is committed to making the visually dynamic and internationally popular classical Indian dance style of Bharata Natyam inspiring for the familiar, and accessible to the unfamiliar. India Dance Wales is highly respected throughout the UK for its innovative and enchanting performances. This autumn, the company presents ‘Kalidasa’ a multi-art form performance based on the Sanskrit poet and dramatist. His plays and poetry were largely based around Hindu mythology and philosophy. The performance uses dance, music and narration to express the stories and philosophy of Kalidasa.
Come and enjoy a ‘Taste of the East’, traditional canapés are included in the ticket price and will be served during the interval!
Wednesday 24th October at 7.30pm
Tickets: £9 £7 Concessions
Whiff
By Ian Whybrow, Illustrated by Russell Ayto. Adapted for the stage by Bernie C Byrnes & Jim Fowler.
Whiff is beautiful. He is well-behaved. And his parents are very proud of him. But whenever Whiff goes off to make new friends, he comes home in disgrace. Whatever can the matter be? More unforgettable tunes, more lovable characters and even more musical mayhem from the writer of the best-selling children's books ‘Harry and the Bucketful of Dinosaurs’ and ‘Little Wolf's Book of Badness’ and the creators of ‘The Mole Who Knew It Was None Of His Business’ and ‘Hillbilly Goats Gruff’. Suitable for ages 3+
Thursday 1st November 1.30pm & 6pm
Tickets: £4
Class Act Theatre Productions presents…
Seussical - The Cat in the Hat Musical
This fantastic new musical weaves together the most famous tales of Dr Seuss. We meet the cheeky Cat In the Hat and embark on wonderful adventures with an array of characters from The Jungle of Nool to Palm Beach! The beautiful melodies will delight all ages and this talented cast, who last year brought you Joseph, will help us to remember that we must always help a friend and keep a promise. Come with us on this magical adventure!
Thursday 8th November at 7.30pm
Friday 9th November at 7.30pm
Saturday 10th November at 2.30pm & 7.30pm
Tickets: £8 £6.50 Concessions
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