theatr brycheiniog summer 2012

BRECON l ABERHONDDU APRIL - AUGUST l EBRILL - AWST 2012

THEATRBRYCHEINIOG

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ATYA STEMDANCEKAMPNI

DOMINIC NORCROSS &ELAINA HOSS QUARTETBALLET

CYMRU

JIM DAVIDSON PASADENAROOF ORCHESTRA

BRECON YOUTH FESTIVAL

JOAN ARMATRADING

HERMAN’S HERMITS

JACK DEE

DES O’CONNOR

CANAL WHARF, BRECON, POWYS, LD3 7EWBOX OFFICE l SWYDDFA DOCYNNAU

01874 611622

TUESDAY 13 MARCH - MONDAY 16 APRIL

MAGUEL ALIKHSANDERREFLECTIONS AND PERCEPTIONSChallenging our perception of the water and surroundings,this collection of photographic images of the canal nearTheatr Brycheiniog captures vibrant colours and strikingtextures at a deeper level of awareness giving rise to asense of peace, beauty and wonder.

TUESDAY 17 APRIL - TUESDAY 15 MAY

SHIRLEY JONES Exhibition of work from the Brecon-based artist and printmaker.

WEDNESDAY 16 MAY - SUNDAY 24 JUNE

JOHN CHARLES CACKETTPERSONAL WORKS & ILLUSTRATION Both published and unpublished original illustrations,paintings, and prints spanning one and a half decadesof living in West Wales show a more intimate side ofthe output of the artist better known for his works in thearchitectural environment.

MONDAY 25 JUNE - THURSDAY 19 JULY

UNIVERSITY OF WALESTRINITY SAINT DAVID Exhibition of student work from the Carmarthen college.

FRIDAY 20 - MONDAY 30 JULY

200 YEARS OF THEMONMOUTHSHIRE &BRECON CANAL Curated by Brecknock Museum, this exhibitioncommemorates the history of the Monmouthshire &Brecon Canal in its 200th year through photographs,documents and artefacts on loan from local history groupsand the public, supported by the Museum’s collection.

WEDNESDAY 1 AUGUST - SATURDAY 1 SEPTEMBER

JULIA HARRIS FROM ONE EXTREME TO THE OTHER Best-known for her humorous images, with quirky cowsand charcoal hares, Julia Harris’ favourite medium is watercolour, using its unpredictability to full advantageto create exciting effects by allowing one pigment to merge into another.

EXHIBITIONS SUMMER 2012

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IN THE ANDREW LAMONT GALLERY

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CROESO Mae Theatr Brycheiniog yn lansio dwy fenternewydd yn 2012.O fis Ebrill, bydd gan y mwyafrif o sioeauproffesiynol yn Theatr Brycheiniog nifercyfyngedig o docynnau am ddim i gwsmeriaiddan 26 oed. Mae’n bosibl y bydd unrhyw niferohonynt - o ddau docyn i ddwsin ohonynt neuragor - a byddant ar gael ar sail y cyntaf i’r felinyn destun polisi defnydd teg. Newyddion gwych igynulleidfaoedd ifanc y theatr.Mae g ^wyl ieuenctid Theatr Brycheiniog ar ddyddSadwrn 18 Awst yn edrych fel ei bod yn mynd ifod yn ddigwyddiad newydd cyffrous iAberhonddu. Gan gynnwys cerddoriaeth fyw,dawns a theatr stryd ynghyd â chelf a chrefft, nidoes angen archebu na thalu am ddim. I weld yrhyn sydd ar gynnig, edrychwch ar dudalen 27.Boed os ydych yn dod i’r theatr yn rheolaiddneu’n dod o bosibl am y tro cyntaf, cymerwcheich amser i edrych ar y llyfryn hwn – rydym yncredu fod rhywbeth at ddant pawb yn TheatrBrycheiniog dros yr ychydig fisoedd nesaf.Edrychaf ymlaen at eich croesawu’n fuan.

WELCOMETheatr Brycheiniog is launching two newinitiatives in 2012. From April, most professional shows at TheatrBrycheiniog will have a limited allocation of freetickets for customers under 26 years old. Theremay be any number of them, from just two to adozen tickets or more and they are available ona first come, first served basis, subject to a fairuse policy. Great news for the theatre’s youngaudiences. On Saturday 18 August, Theatr Brycheiniog’syouth festival is shaping up to be a very excitingnew event for Brecon. Featuring live music,dance and street theatre alongside arts andcrafts, there’s no need to book and nothing topay. For a taster, check out page 27. Whether you’re a regular or a potential first-timer, please take time to take in this brochure –we think there’s something for everyone atTheatr Brycheiniog over the next few months. We look forward to welcoming you soon.

PAULA REDWAY Director


This fifteen piece hypnotic Balkan big band playhigh-energy East European folk music withsome gypsy madness thrown in for goodmeasure. Banks of brass, fiddles, accordion,hurdy-gurdy and much more just about squeezeon to stage for some chaotic good-time fun!If you like Bellowhead, we’re pretty darn sureyou’ll love this...

TICKETS £15.00 CONCESSIONS £14.00 STUDENTS £7.00 UNDER 26s GO FREE (LIMITED AVAILABILITY) BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50PDURATION 21/4 HOURS

Cymysgedd gwyllt a chyffrous o arddulliau gwerin.

SATURDAY 7 APRIL 8.00PM

THE DESTROYERS

Tim Emmett is a professional extremesportsman and television presenter, wellknown for his charismatic, enthusiasticand energy-charged lectures.Join Tim for a hair-raising insight into anew world of ice and mixed climbing,including ice climbing nemesisHelmcken Falls cave in Canada.Discover the adrenaline-fuelled life ofone of the UK’s most audaciousextreme sports athletes.

TICKETS £10.50 CONCESSIONS £9.50 RGS & U3A MEMBERS £8.50 BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50PDURATION 2 HOURS

THURSDAY 12 APRIL 7.45PM

RGS LECTURE

TIM EMMETTTHE WORLD’S HARDEST ICE CLIMB

FRIDAY 13 APRIL 7.30PM

SQUASHBOX THEATRE

UNIVERSERAMALet Professor Johnson take you on a journey tothe edges of space and time! Using only sillypuppets, ridiculous and unnecessary props, simple household objects and assorted fruits andvegetables, Professor Johnson will reveal thesecrets of the universe!`A wonderfully witty, richly comic, incredibly informative and quietly moving piece of theatre.’ CORNISH GUARDIAN

TICKETS £9.00 UNDER 26S GO FREE (LIMITED AVAILABILITY) BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50PDURATION 2 HOURSAGE GUIDE 8+

Sioe i’r teulu.

FRIDAY 13 APRIL 2.00PM

SQUASHBOX THEATRE

THE SEA SHOWA quirky and hilarious mix of puppet show, naturalhistory and comedy cabaret. Come and celebrate the sea with tall tales, sillyslapstick, fantastic facts, live music and songs -unmissable fun for children and adults of all ages!‘Craig casts a spell on his audience, andperforms with a huge sense of joy and fun thatis as inspiring as it is infectious…. An engagingentertainer to be treasured.’ THE CORNISHMAN

TICKETS £6.00 UNDER 26S GO FREE (LIMITED AVAILABILITY) BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50PDURATION 50 MINUTESAGE GUIDE 5+

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One of the hardest working bands in the business –these fellows still average more then 200 one-nightstands per year. Oh yes - Herman’s Hermits are still into Something Good!

TICKETS £18.00 CONCESSIONS £17.00BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50P


HERMAN’S HERMITS

A full mask show - to be enjoyed by allages - featuring original music and acombination of theatre and dance.

TICKETS £12.00CONCESSIONS £10.00SCHOOL GROUPS £8.00BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50P


VAMOS THEATRE

MUCH ADOABOUT WENLOCK

A beautifully staged version of Mozart’sravishing opera, performed in English bysome of the finest singers andorchestral players in the country.

TICKETS £19.50CONCESSIONS £17.50 BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50P


SWANSEA CITY OPERA

COSI FAN TUTTE


Performed by ten dancers andaccompanied by Shechter’s cinematicscore featuring a band of live drummersand electric guitarists.

TICKETS £15.00CONCESSIONS £12.00 UNDER 18S & STUDENTS £7.50 BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50P

WEDNESDAY 25 APRIL 7.45PM

HOFESH SHECHTER DANCE COMPANY POLITICAL MOTHER

Highly sought-after throughout the world,London Community Gospel Choir will soothethe mind, heal the spirit, uplift the soul andcheer your heart.

TICKETS £18.00CONCESSIONS £17.00 BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50P


LONDON COMMUNITY GOSPELCHOIR



JIMDAVIDSONThe incomparable comedian live,dangerous and as uncompromising as ever. A hysterical evening of stand up comedy featuring one of Britain’sgreatest ever comedians.

TICKETS £20.00 CONCESSIONS £18.00 BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50P

DURATION 21/2 HOURSAGE RESTRICTION 18+ ONLY

Y comedïwr enwog.

MONDAY 30 APRIL 8.00PM

NATYA STEM DANCE KAMPNI

VAJRATwo eye-catching and beautiful dance productionsfrom the acclaimed Indian dance company STEM.Sanjog uses six Kathak dancers to show the purity andvirtuosity of the dance style that inspired the birth ofthe Flamenco. Followed by Vajra (Diamond), amultimedia production that uses Kathak, martial artsand contemporary dance to create radiant poeticinterpretations of the duality of diamonds and lightning. A British Council/Welsh Assembly Government fundedinternational exchange project with National DanceCompany Wales.

TICKETS £12.00 CONCESSIONS £10.00 UNDER 26S GO FREE (LIMITED AVAILABILITY) BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50PDURATION 1 HOUR

Dawnsio cyfoes o India.


WEDNESDAY 2 MAY 7.45PM

TORCH THEATRE COMPANY

RACHEL ROBERTS WRITTEN BY HELEN GRIFFIN AND DAVE AINSWORTHDIRECTED BY PETER DORANDESIGNED BY SEAN CROWLEY

With award-winning roles in the original‘kitchen-sink’ dramas, Saturday Night AndSunday Morning and This Sporting Life, Rachel Roberts was known for her fervour andpassion. Marriage to superstar Rex Harrisonallowed her to live the Hollywood dream.But Rachel became increasingly drunk andshockingly foul-mouthed, leaving a trail ofawards, men and debts behind her. Come andfind out why...This fascinating and intriguing story of anoutrageous life and an extraordinary talent isperformed by distinguished actress and WelshBAFTA Award winner Helen Griffin.

TICKETS £14.50 CONCESSIONS £13.50 UNDER 26S GO FREE (LIMITED AVAILABILITY) BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50PAGE GUIDE 16+

Drama am yr actores Gymreig.

This high-energy show follows thelives of young students at the Fame School of Performing Arts. It contains many toe-tapping musicaltracks including Hard Work, Dancing On The Sidewalk and ofcourse the famous title track, Fame!

MUSIC BY STEVEN MARGOSHESLYRICS BY JACQUES LEVYBOOK BY JOSE FERNANDEZBASED ON A CONCEPT BY DAVID DESILVATITLE SONG WRITTEN BY DEAN PITCHFORD AND MICHAEL GORE

This amateur production is presented byarrangement with Josef Weinberger Ltd on behalf of Music Theatre International of New York.


Cynhyrchiad theatr ieuenctid.


FRIDAY 4, SATURDAY 5 & MONDAY 7 MAY 7.30PM

SUNDAY 6 MAY 4.00PM

THEATR BRYCHEINIOG YOUTH THEATRE & MID WALES DANCE ACADEMY

FAMETHE MUSICAL DIRECTED BY GARETH PHILLIPS

MUSICAL DIRECTOR JOHN HARRIS

Forty-something Mummy’s boy Elwyn (Russell Gomer)and his room-mate, uncouth reluctant virgin Kelly(Ieuan Rhys), are the Odd Couple of the Valleys: apair of confused souls taking their first steps in theoutside world, after years of isolated life in a mentalhealth institution.Humorously touching and heart-warmingly funny,Elwyn is the story of finding new friendships,becoming accustomed to allthings ordinary andexperiencing the pleasureof the everyday.

TUESDAY 8 & WEDNESDAY 9 MAY 7.45PM

WALES THEATRE COMPANY &ABERYSTWYTH ARTS CENTRE

ELWYNDIRECTED BY MICHAEL BOGDANOV


As part of the Cultural Olympiad’sWinning Words celebration, Gillian Clarke visits Brecon for a reading of her poetry followed by aQ&A and book signing.

TICKETS £10.00 CONCESSIONS £8.00 UNDER 26S £5.00 BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50P

Bardd Cenedlaethol Cymru

WINNING WORDSThis project is part of an initiativeinspired by the Cultural Olympiad tobring poetry to life to create greaternational involvement across the UK in celebrating 2012. Its aim is to leave a lasting legacy of inspirationalpoetry installations in seven specially-chosen towns. Theatr Brycheiniog is delighted to havebeen chosen to represent Brecon, the only town to receive this accolade in Wales.www.winningwordspoetry.com

Based on the cult Oscar-nominated Norwegianfilm Elling, derived from the novel Blood Brothersby Ingvar Ambjørnsen.

‘This is the most blissfully funny and touchingevening I’ve had in the theatre for ages’ THE GUARDIAN

TICKETS £14.50 CONCESSIONS £13.50 UNDER 26S GO FREE (LIMITED AVAILABILITY) BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50PDURATION 2 HOURS

Stori ddoniol am fywyd yn y byd modern.

FRIDAY 11 MAY 7.30PM

NATIONAL POET OF WALES

GILLIAN CLARKE


SATURDAY 12 MAY DOORS 7.30PM

SIÔN RUSSELLJONES SUPPORTED BY KAL LEVALLE With his infectious vocal backed up by intricateguitar melodies and cracking choruses, Siônreturns to Theatr Brycheiniog after making his debut performance as opening act toNewton Faulkner last summer.

Siôn’s been busy since and the hard work ispaying off - his music has received airplay onregional & national radio stations and his lastsingle Indestructible, made BBC Radio WalesSingle of the Week and was championed byCraig Charles on BBC Radio 2.

TICKETS £12.00 CONCESSIONS £10.00 UNDER 26S GO FREE (LIMITED AVAILABILITY) BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50P

DURATION 11/2 HOURS

Cyngerdd gan y canwr/cyfansoddwr caneuon o Gaerdydd.

SUNDAY 13 MAY 8.00PM

JACK DEEPLUS SUPPORT After a six year absence from stand-up,Jack Dee returns to the live circuit,agonizing over the slightest of annoyancesand misdemeanors. This is a work inprogress – a warm up for a major tour later in the year.

TICKETS £15.00 BOOKING FEE PER TICKET £1.50 DURATION 2 HOURS

Seren y byd comedi gyda sioe gynhesu.


FRIDAY 18 MAY 8.00PM

MAI OH MAI PRODUCTIONS

THE HARRIPARRIS THE LEAVING DO The Harri-Parris are a West Walian farming family. They love having visitors. Any visitors. Those who brave the farm’s long, long lane are very, very welcome. Provided they don’t mind the odd song. Or a bit of villagegossip. And agricultural show rosettes. They must beinterested in agricultural show rosettes. A thoroughly entertaining evening of comedy, drama and song that takes a warm and witty look at the ups and downs of living in rural West Wales. TICKETS £12.00 CONCESSIONS £10.00 UNDER 26S GO FREE (LIMITED AVAILABILITY) BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50PDURATION 1 HOUR

Noson o gomedi, drama a chanu. THURSDAY 17 MAY 7.30PM

AN EVENING OF MEDIUMSHIP WITH TV PSYCHIC

TONYSTOCKWELL For those with an interest inmediumship, the name of Tony Stockwell will certainly need nointroduction. Tony has a special gift. He can communicate with spirits,decipher their messages and sharethem with those who have lost people dear to them.

TICKETS £18.00 BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50PDURATION 2 1/2 HOURS

Noson gan gyfryngwr.

Image: Kirsten McTernan

SATURDAY 19 MAY 7.30PM

BALLET CYMRU

THE TEMPEST


The award-winning Welsh company presents an extraordinary adaptation of Shakespeare’smasterpiece The Tempest.

Shakespeare’s last and most fulfilling play is givena new and utterly fresh awakening as a full lengthballet. Ariel, the fleet footed spirit of the air; Caliban, the deformed and twisted slave; Prospero,the talismatic magician; Miranda and Ferdinand the star crossed lovers, all collide in a story rich insubtlety and humour, set on an enchanted isle andpeopled by magical beings.

An adventure in dance beyond your imaginationfeaturing the hauntingly beautiful music of Jean Sibelius.

BALLET WORKSHOP STUDIO 5.00PM - 6.00PM

Book in advance for free on a first come, firstserved basis. Must have a ticket to the eveningperformance.

TICKETS £14.00 CONCESSIONS £12.00 UNDER 26S GO FREE (LIMITED AVAILABILITY) BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50PDURATION 13/4 HOURS

Prif gwmni bale Cymru.

SATURDAY 26 MAY 7.45PM

JAKE & ELWOOD

This ambitious project will see thestudents of The Performing ArtsAcademy perform alongside youngpeople from the South Powys area.Working with a series of industryprofessionals including performersfrom the West End stage andprofessional musical directors andchoreographers, the students willperform after just one intenseweekend rehearsal period. For more information [email protected]

TICKETS £12.00 CONCESSIONS £8.00 SCHOOLS £5.00 BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50P

Cyflwyniad gan fyfyrwyr celfyddydau perfformio.

MUSICALIN AWEEKEND THE PERFORMINGARTS ACADEMY

WEDNESDAY 30 & THURSDAY 31 MAY 7.00PM


Jake & Elwood explode onto Theatr Brycheiniog’s stage for their soul, rhythm and blues musical extravaganza this summer - it’ll be the hottest ticket in town. With thedriving backbeat of the fabulous Black Rhino Band andstunning performances from the sensational Charvelles,Jake & Elwood deliver an electrifying live concert whichpays respect to some of the greatest names in soul music.

Featured hits include Soul Man, Everybody Needs Somebody,Signed Sealed Delivered, I Feel Good, Sweet Home Chicago,Heatwave, Love Train and Shake Your Tail Feather.


Teyrnged i’r Blues Brothers.


With such classic hits as Sweets For My Sweet,Needles And Pins, Don’t Throw Your Love Away,Sugar And Spice and When You Walk In The Room, The Searchers still have great appeal toaudiences of all ages with total record sales well in excess of 40 million. Combining music with reminiscences, theconcert includes all their famous hits, plus manyof their original album recordings, B-sides and a selection of other collector’s items and wellknown favourites.

TICKETS £19.00 CONCESSIONS £18.00 UNDER 26S GO FREE (LIMITED AVAILABILITY)BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50P

DURATION 21/2 HOURS

Cyngerdd roc a rôl.

FRIDAY 1 JUNE 7.30PM

THESEARCHERS

Climb aboard Buster the big red bus and meet all of his friends as they embark on amagical adventure!A delightful singalong treat and thrilling theatre experience which will get the kids upand dancing to their family favourites. The Wheels On The Bus has been developed in conjunction with teachers to support theEarly Years Foundation Stage.

TICKETS £10.00 CONCESSIONS £8.00 FAMILY TICKET £30.00 UNDER 26S GO FREE (LIMITED AVAILABILITY)BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50PDURATION 11/2 HOURS

Sioe i’r teulu.

SATURDAY 2 JUNE 11.00AM & 1.30PM

WHEELS ON THE BUS


Come and meet some exotic animals at Theatr Brycheiniog this summer! Presenter Simon Airey talks about theenvironments that these animals come from,how they protect themselves and howadaptation, natural selection and evolutionhave shaped the way they look and feel. He also explores fears and phobias in thisentertaining, educational, hands-on experiencefeaturing around forty amazing animals.

TICKETS £5.00 BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50P

DURATION 11/2 HOURS

Cyfle i weld anifeiliaid egsotig.

MONDAY 4 JUNE 3.00PM

EXOTICPETS PARTY

Inspired by a true story, Peter Shaffer’ssingularly gripping psychological thrillerexplores the complex relationships betweenworship, myth and sexuality. Equus was originally staged in 1973 at theRoyal National Theatre, London. In 2007, theplay was revived in the West End for the firsttime since its première, in a critically-acclaimed production starring Daniel Radcliffeand Richard Griffiths. Equus contains stronglanguage, adult themes and nudity.

‘…taut, flawless and compelling…’ THE STAGE

TICKETS £14.00 CONCESSIONS £12.00 UNDER 26S GO FREE (LIMITED AVAILABILITY)BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50PDURATION 21/2 HOURS

Cynhyrchiad theatr clasurol

WEDNESDAY 6 JUNE 7.30PM

LONDON CLASSIC THEATRE COMPANY

EQUUS

This hilariously entertaining,bawdy picture postcard comedycombines the fast-paced fun of aclassic farce with Bennett’sunmistakably dry northern wit.

‘… a gorgeously vulgar butdensely plotted farce that is adownright celebration of sex and the human body... a combination of hurtling actionwith verbal brilliance’ THE GUARDIAN

TICKETS £9.00 STUDENTS £6.00 BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50P

DURATION 21/4 HOURS

Cynhyrchiad o ddrama Alan Bennett

SATURDAY 9 JUNE 7.45PM

BRECKNOCK LITTLE THEATRE

HABEAS CORPUS


The Pasadena Roof Orchestra has delighted audiences allover the world for over forty years with its mix of swingand hot dance music. The group has no equal - introducing new generations ofyoung musicians and audiences to the style. Itsreputation is as legendary as the bands from the 1920sand 1930s that inspire it. Swing is much more than a musical genre, it personifies alust for life with its infectious beat. Come and get a swing-fix at Theatr Brycheiniog this summer!


Jazz a swing gyda’r band poblogaidd.

THURSDAY 14 JUNE 8.00PM

PASADENA ROOF ORCHESTRA LICENSED TO SWING

Talon were formed back in September 1997.Fifteen years on and they are recognisedthroughout the industry as the world’sdefinitive Eagles tribute show. The 15th Anniversary Tour features all theclassic Eagles hits from their timeless backcatalogue including Hotel California, Lyin’ Eyes, Take It Easy, Desperado, Take It To The Limit, Life In The Fast Lane,The Last Resort and many more. Alsoincluded are the Don Henley solo hits Boys Of Summer and Dirty Laundry and One Day At A Time and Funk #49 by Joe Walsh.


DURATION 21/2 HOURS

Teyrnged i’r Eagles


TALON15TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR


CARDIFFPHILHARMONICORCHESTRAConductor Michael BellPiano Richard McMahon

Hoddinott Welsh DancesRachmaninov Piano Concerto No. 2 in C minorRavel BoleroGershwin An American in Paris

Cardiff Philharmonic Orchestra celebrates its 30th Anniversary with an eagerly awaitedreturn visit to Theatr Brycheiniog with aprogramme of popular classics.

TICKETS £12.50 CONCESSIONS £10.00 UNDER 16S £5.00 BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50P

Cyngerdd cerddoriaeth glasurol.



Featuring twelve of the UK’s topyoung professional opera singers,this concert is the culmination of a three day course by David Syrus,Head of Music at The Royal OperaHouse, Covent Garden.


Noson o opera proffesiynol.


OPERAMASTERCLASSCONCERT WITH DAVID SYRUS

Three times Grammy nominated, Brit Award nominee andIvor Novello winner Joan Armatrading MBE returns toBrecon - and this time, she’s playing in the more intimatesurroundings of Theatr Brycheiniog.

Never one to rest on her laurels, Joan remains fresh,vibrant and current; no more so than when live, on stage,where music comes to life. Concert audiences areguaranteed a fantastic mix of magical old favourites plusbrand new songs to fall in love with.


Jazz a swing gyda’r band poblogaidd.


JOANARMATRADINGPLUS SUPPORT


Gwernyfed High School studentsshowcase their talents in this year’slively school production. The showfeatures students from Year 7 throughto the 6th Form, celebrating skills inmusic, drama and dance.


TUESDAY 26 & WEDNESDAY 27 JUNE 7.30PM

GWERNYFEDHIGH SCHOOLPRODUCTION

SUNDAY 1 JULY 7.30PM

BROADWAY& BEYONDA thrilling and entertaining mix of music and wit from themost popular musicals of all time. The performance is an uplifting celebration presented in anengaging and entertaining package comprising music fromproductions that have all appeared, at some time or other,in New York’s legendary theatre district. Featuring songsfrom classic productions such as Oklahoma!, Kiss Me Kateand The Music Man through to more modern musicals like Miss Saigon, The Producers and Spamalot, there issomething to charm and delight the whole family.


DURATION 21/2 HOURS

Teyrnged i’r sioeau cerdd poblogaidd.

TICKETS £16.00, CONCESSIONS £15.00 UNDER 26S GO FREE (LIMITED AVAILABILITY) BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50PDURATION 2 HOURS


In 1964, a wave of new energetic rock’n’roll swept over the youth of the world. On the crest of this wave wereThe Beatles, The Rolling Stones and, of course, The Animals.From the banks of the River Tyne came the North East’soffering; a brand of rhythm’n’blues that the whole worldseemed to grasp greedily. The hits - like House of The Rising Sun, We Gotta Get Out Of This Place, Don’t Let Me Be Misunderstood and Boom Boom - just kept on coming. Catch them all at Theatr B this July!


Given the thumbs-up by no less a guitar god thanJimmy Page himself, Whole Lotta Led are nowconsidered by many to be one of the greatest tributes to Led Zeppelin around. With over a hundred concerts a year, their enthusiasmon stage is unequalled with a stage presence full of magnetism that all audiences feel and share.



SATURDAY 7 JULY 8.00PM

WHOLE LOTTA LED

FRIDAY 6 JULY 8.00PM

THE ANIMALS & FRIENDS FEATURING ORIGINAL ANIMALS JOHN STEEL & MICK GALLAGHER



DES O’CONNORThe world-class star and ultimate entertainercomes to Brecon for one night only. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to see a true show-business legend live on stage for awonderful evening of laughter and music.

TICKETS £23.00 CONCESSIONS £22.00 UNDER 26S GO FREE (LIMITED AVAILABILITY)BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50P

DURATION 2 HOURS

Over 150 students perform in theirseventeenth annual celebration of dance.This year’s show encompasses a variety of dance styles with the centrepiece beingan adaptation of the popular children’s story Cinderella.


Sioe gan fyfyrwyr bale.


& SUNDAY 15 JULY 3.00PM

MID WALES DANCE ACADEMY

RIBBONSANNUALSPECTACULAR


This bare-torsoed, hard-hatted group have never failed tocaptivate audiences with their sweet sounds of a capella,marvellous harmonies and gospel-singing as well as theircaptivating dancing including the gumboot dancing of South Africa.

AFRICAN DANCE WORKSHOPSTUDIO 6.00PM - 7.00PM

AFRICAN VOCAL HARMONY WORKSHOPANDREW LAMONT GALLERY 6.00PM - 7.00PM

Both workshops may be booked in advance for free on a first come, first served basis. Must have a ticket to the evening performance.


Y grwp a capella a dawns o Zimbabwe.

THURSDAY 19 JULY 8.00PM

BLACK UMFOLOSI

One of Britain’s leadingchamber music groups, the Aquarelle Guitar Quartet is a dynamic and innovativeensemble that captivatesaudiences with an eclecticrepertoire and spell-bindingperformances.

The concert programme features music from the films Chocolat, The Motorcycle Diariesand Il Postino and pieces by Rimsky-Korsakov, Dalwyn Henshall and Django Reinhart amongst others.


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IMAGE THEATRE COMPANY

THE WIZARD OF OZAdapted from the original Frank Baum story, this show features all new songs and the chance for everyone to take part..

Dorothy, the Tin Man, the Scarecrow and the Cowardly Lion will allfollow the Yellow Brick Road to the Emerald City and Oz. After thedefeat of the wicked witch, the friends are given more than theyoriginally requested but will Dorothy ever get back home to Kansas?

During the light hearted half hour rehearsal, some children arechosen and rehearsed into their parts while the rest of theaudience is taught the choruses of four songs. During the intervalthe actors and children are costumed and the show runsseamlessly with everyone taking part as rehearsed.

TICKETS £8.00 UNDER 26S GO FREE (LIMITED AVAILABILITY) BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50PDURATION 2 HOURS

Sioe i’r teulu gyda chyfle i bawb gymryd rhan.

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PRE-SHOW TALK AUDITORIUM 7.15PM - 7.45PM

An opportunity to chat withthe group. Free for concertticket holders.


Pedwar dyn yn chwarae’r gitâr.


An outstanding tribute to Bon Jovi – and theonly tribute band in the world to haveactually played and shared a stage with Jon Bon Jovi himself!All the great hits are here: Livin’ On A Prayer, Keep The Faith, Bad Medicine, You Give Love A Bad Name, and many, many more.




THE BON JOVIEXPERIENCE

Rachel Podger will host her annual summerschool for undergraduate & postgraduatestudents at Theatr Brycheiniog.

Ysgol haf cerddoriaeth glasurol.

SATURDAY 4 AUGUST 7.00PM

CONCERT: THE CONTEST OF HARMONY & INVENTIONVIVALDI’S VIOLIN CONCERTOS OPUS 8 & BACH’S ART OF FUGUEFeaturing Rachel Podger (violin), Alison McGillivray (cello) and students from the summer school.

TICKETS £12.00 CONCESSIONS £9.00

MONDAY 30 JULY - SATURDAY 4 AUGUST

INTERNATIONALBRECON BAROQUESUMMER SCHOOL

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Featuring live music, dance and street theatre,including a pair of entertaining kangaroos, alongsidequieter activities like arts and crafts, the free one-dayYouth Festival is shaping up to be a very exciting newevent for Brecon. There’s no need to book and nothing to pay. Just turnup and join in. If you would like to get involved,please contact us: T 01874 611622

E [email protected]

Gwyl Ieuenctid gyntaf Aberhonddu

Supported by Brecon Town Council

MONDAY 13 – SATURDAY 25 AUGUST

MID WALES DANCE ACADEMY

SUMMERSCHOOLEarly booking advisable as there are a limited number of places. For further details and booking formplease contact Lesley Walker on01874 623219

WEEK 1 BRECON DANCEMONDAY 13 - FRIDAY 17 AUGUST 10.00AM - 5.00PM

Daily ballet class with IndependentBallet Wales plus taster classes ofother different dance disciplines forchildren aged 9 and over. Showcaseon Friday evening.

WEEK 2 BRECON CHOREOGRAPHICMONDAY 20 - SATURDAY 25 AUGUST 10.00AM - 5.00PM

An opportunity for new and youngchoreographers to create workusing high calibre dancers and tolearn new styles and methods inchoreography. Advanced dancersaged 16yrs and over only. Showcaseon Saturday afternoon at 2.30pm.

Ysgol haf dawnsio

SATURDAY 18 AUGUST

YOUTH FESTIVAL


TUESDAY 17 APRIL 8.00PM

JONATHAN CRESPO QUARTETLatin-influenced, trumpet-ledband playing jazz classics.

TUESDAY 15 MAY 8.00PM

DOMINIC NORCROSS &ELAINA HOSS QUARTETTenor and baritone saxophonewith swing vocal.

TUESDAY 19 JUNE 8.00PM

REMI HARRIS TRIO Award-winning gypsy jazz trio.

TUESDAY 10 JULY 8.00PM

DOCTOR JAZZGreat trad jazz line-up with ex-Southern Sounds Jazzman.

TICKETS £6.00 STUDENTS & YOUTHS £3.00

JAZZ IN THE BAR

OTHER

EVENTSTHURSDAY 10 MAY 7.00PM

LITERATURE WALES

WALES BOOK OF THE YEAR SHORTLIST ANNOUNCEMENT

Event with poetry readings, canapés and wine reception toannounce the three short-listed books in the categories of Poetry,Fiction and Non-Fiction. www.literaturewales.org


THURSDAY 7 JUNE 7.00PM

FFOREST FAWR GEOPARK FESTIVAL 2012

THE GEOPARK FROM THE AIR ARCHAEOLOGY, INDUSTRY AND LANDSCAPE

With aerial photographs, Dr Toby Driver of the Royal Commission onthe Ancient & Historic Monuments of Wales presents a bird’s eyeview of thousands of years evolution of the Geopark’s landscape. TICKETS £5.00 BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50P


WEEKLY MONDAY, THURSDAY, SATURDAY MID WALES DANCE ACADEMY LESLEY WALKER 01874 623219

WEEKLY REHEARSALS MONDAY BRECON TOWN BAND DAVE JONES 01874 623650

WEEKLY TUESDAY DAWNS POWYS DANCE DEE STOTT 01597 824370

WEEKLY WEDNESDAY BRYCHEINIOG B-BOYS & B-GIRLSCATHEY MORGAN 01874 622838

WEEKLY WEDNESDAY BRYCHEINIOG YOUTH THEATRE GARETH PHILLIPS 07919 318 809

WEEKLY THURSDAY UNIVERSITY OF THE 3RD AGE IAN ASHTON 01982 553335

WEEKLY FRIDAY BALLROOM & LATIN DANCE TERESA GODMON 07791 780 350

MONTHLYNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF DECORATIVE & FINE ARTS DORCAS CRESSWELL 01497 847262

COLEG POWYS PERFOMING ARTS DIPLOMA 0845 4086400 / www.coleg-powys.ac.uk

THE CANALSIDECLASSES


BRECKNOCK LITTLE THEATRE IAN MILTON 01874 610002 BRECKNOCK MUSEUM & ART GALLERY 01874 624121 WYESIDE ARTS CENTRE BUILTH WELLS01982 552555THEATR HAFREN, NEWTOWN01686 625007THE COURTYARD, HEREFORD01432 340555THE BOROUGH THEATREABERGAVENNY01873 850805BRECON TOURIST INFORMATION CENTRE 01874 622485BRECON BEACONS NATIONAL PARK VISITOR CENTRE 01874 623366DRAGONFLY CRUISES07831 685 222

DIRECTORY

BIKES & HIKESBikes will be available to hire fromthe canal basin every weekendand bank holiday. Alternativelybikes can be booked in advancefor delivery to the theatre.Telephone: 01874 610071Mobile: 07790660621Web: www.bikesandhikes.co.uk

ACCESS/MYNEDIAD

OPENING TIMES/ORIAU AGORThe Box Office is open Monday to Saturday from 9.30AM tothe start of the performance (until 5.00PM otherwise).When a performance is scheduled on a Sunday or a PublicHoliday, the Box Office will open from one hour beforeshow starts. / Mae Theatr Brycheiniog ar agor o ddyddLlun i ddydd Sadwrn o 9.00AM tan 11.00PM ar nosweithiaulle bydd perfformiad (9.00AM tan 5.00PM fel arall). Pan fyddperfformiad ar ddydd Sul neu ar wyl Gyhoeddus, bydd ytheatr yn agor awr cyn i’r sioe ddechrau.

HOW TO BOOK/SUT I GADW LLETELEPHONE On 01874 611622 and pay with a debit/credit card.

FFÔN Ar 01874 611622 a thalu trwy gerdyn credyd/debydrhwng 9.30AM a 5.00PM o ddydd Llun i ddydd Sadwrn.

ON-LINE / AR-LEINwww.theatrbrycheiniog.co.uk

MONEY SAVERSCONCESSIONS Unless indicated otherwise, concessionsare available if you are under 16, astudent, a senior citizen (60 yrs+), claimingdisability benefit, an Equity member orregistered unwaged. Please bring proof ofeligibility to the performance.

GROUP Reduced rates are available at manyperformances when you bring a party often or more - check box office for details.

PLEASE NOTEThe Theatre reserves the right not to accept cheques.

The information on this leaflet is correct at the time of goingto press. Theatr Brycheiniog reserves the right to makealterations if necessary.

Tickets cannot be refunded (unless an event iscancelled). Tickets may be exchanged for differenttickets for the same show. A £2.00 fee per ticketwill be charged for all exchanges.

NODIADAUMae’r wybodaeth yn y llyfryn hwn yn gywir adeg cyhoeddi.

Gwnewch yn siwr fod ffonau symudol a galwyr (pagers) wedi’udiffodd cyn mynd i mewn i’r awditoriwm. Efallai y byddwn yngofyn i rai sy’n hwyr aros am adeg gyfleus cyn mynd i mewn i’rawditoriwm.

Ni cheir ysmygu yn Theatr Brycheiniog.

ARBED ARIANCONSESIYNAU Oni nodir yn wahanol, mae consesiwn argael os ydych o dan 16 oed, yn fyfyriwr,yn bensiynwr (60 oed neu hyn), yn hawliobudd-dal anabledd, yn aelod o Equityneu wedi’ch cofrestru’n ddigyflog.Dewch â phrawf eich bod yn gymwys i’rperfformiad.

GRWPIAU Mae cyfraddau rhatach ar gyfer nifer oberfformiadau os byddwch mewn grwp oddeg neu fwy - gofynnwch yn y swyddfadocynnau am fanylion.

SEE WEBSITE FOR FULL TERMS AND CONDITIONS



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APRIL-AUGUST l EBRILL-AWST 2012

THEATRBRYCHEINIOGBRECON l ABERHONDDU

APRILThursday 7 April 8.00pm The DestroyersThursday 12 April 7.45pm Tim Emmett Friday 13 April 2.00pm The Sea Show Friday 13 April 7.30pm Universerama Saturday 14 April 7.30pm Herman’s HermitsTuesday 17 April 8.00pm Jazz In The BarThursday 19 April 7.30pm Much Ado About WenlockSaturday 21 April 7.30pm Cosi Fan TutteWednesday 25 April 7.45pm Hofesh ShechterThursday 26 April 8.00pm London Community

Gospel Choir Thursday 28 April 7.30pm Jim DavidsonMonday 30 April 8.00pm Atya STEM Dance Kampni

MAYWednesday 2 May 7.45pm Rachel Roberts Friday 4 - Monday 7 May FameTuesday 8 & Wednesday 9 May 7.45pm ElwynThursday 10 May 7.00pm Wales Book Of The YearFriday 11 May 7.30pm Gillian Clarke Saturday 12 May Doors 7.30pm Siôn Russell JonesSunday 13 May 8.00pm Jack Dee Tuesday 15 May 8.00pm Jazz In The Bar Thursday 17 May 7.30pm Tony StockwellFriday 18 May 8.00pm The Harri Parris Saturday 19 May 7.30pm Ballet CymruSaturday 26 May 7.45pm Jake & Elwood

Wednesday 30 & Musical In A WeekendThursday 31 May 7.00pm

JUNEFriday 1 June 7.30pm The Searchers

Saturday 2 June Wheels On 11.00am & 1.30pm The Bus

Monday 4 June 3.00pm Exotic Pets Party

Wednesday 6 June 7.30pm Equus

Thursday 7 June 7.30pm The Geopark From The Air

Saturday 9 June 7.45pm Brecknock Little Theatre

Thursday 14 June 8.00pm Pasadena Roof Orchestra

Friday 15 June 8.00pm Talon

Saturday 16 June 7.30pm Cardiff PhilharmonicOrchestra

Tuesday 19 June 8.00pm Jazz In The Bar

Friday 22 June 7.30pm Opera Masterclass Concert

Saturday 23 June 7.30pm Joan Armatrading

Tuesday 26 & Gwernyfed Wednesday 27 June 7.30pm High School

JULYSunday 1 July 7.30pm Broadway & Beyond

Friday 6 July 8.00pm The Animals & Friends

Saturday 7 Jul 8.00pm Whole Lotta Led

Tuesday 10 July 8.00pm Jazz In The Bar

Friday 13 July 7.45pm Des O’Connor

Saturday 14 July 6.00pm & Ribbons AnnualSunday 15 July 3.00pm Spectacular

Thursday 19 July 8.00pm Black Umfolosi

Friday 20 July 8.00pm Aquarelle Guitar Quartet

Saturday 21 July 2.30pm The Wizard Of Oz

Saturday 28 July 8.00pm The Bon Jovi Experience

Monday 30 July - Baroque Saturday 4 August Summer School

AUGUSTMonday 13 – Mid Wales Dance Saturday 25 August Academy Summer School

Saturday 18 August Youth Festival

theatr brycheiniog summer 2012

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