The Grand Pavilion Porthcawl
Summer 2015
Box Office: 01656 815995 Book online at: www.grandpavilion.co.uk www.bridgend.gov.uk/arts @grandpavilion
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Welcome... The Grand Pavilion is a magnificent venue on the South Wales coast brimming with exciting and inspiring performances and workshops. Throughout the year we also host a wide variety of private functions, including weddings (ceremonies and receptions), birthday parties, charity dinners and conferences. Please don’t hesitate to contact Stuart or myself on functions@grandpavilion.co.uk or 01656 815995 to discuss your event with absolutely no obligation. We look forward to welcoming you soon.
Available on selected performances this season (look for the knife and fork symbol). To avoid delays, you may wish to pre-order your meals.
STARTERS Carrot and coriander soup served with a crusty bread roll ~
Mark Phillips, General Manager @grandpavilion
Pre-show dining
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Panache of melon, topped with mango and passion fruit with a strawberry coulis ~
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Pan fried garlic mushroom bruschetta served with a cream herb sauce
MAINS Homemade beef burger served with caramelised onions in a toasted brioche bun and served with chipped potatoes ~
THEATRE TOKENS
Homemade corned beef pie served with chipped potatoes, garden peas and gravy
We now accept and sell Theatre Tokens which make a truly special gift for your loved one, friends or family. Available in denominations of £20, £10 and £5, Theatre Tokens are accepted in over 240 theatres across the UK.
Our famous fish finger sandwich served in fresh white bloomer bread accompanied with fries and homemade chunky tartare sauce
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PORTHCAWL TOWN COUNCIL We are extremely grateful for the ongoing financial assistance provided by Porthcawl Town Council. Over recent years, their annual funding has enabled us to refurbish and renew equipment and facilities. Most recently, their funding has enabled us to replace carpets and to refurbish the dressing rooms and backstage areas.
Pavilion house salad - roasted ham or goat’s cheese served with beetroot, sliced boiled egg, seasonal salad, sliced tomato and finished with cress and honey mustard dressing Two courses: only £10.95 per person
DESSERTS
Café Tea Room
A selection of individually priced desserts and cakes
Our seafront 1930s Café Tea Room is open 7 days a week including bank holidays, with outstanding sea views and outside terrace seating in the summer months.
Café open serving hot and cold drinks and snacks
We offer Breakfast, Lunch and Afternoon Tea for all the family including delicious scones, cakes, finger sandwiches and a wide selection of loose leaf tea. Join us any day of the week for delicious food and drink, and don't forget there’s free WiFi !
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Pre-theatre dinner
Kids show
Private hire
Comedy show
Workshop
Take part
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Café Bar Series
Free entry
Enjoy a drink or a snack from our friendly café bar, with its panoramic sea views and inspirational artwork and relax while listening to an eclectic mix of live music.
Café Classics
Sunday Live
Fridays 1pm - 2pm
2.30pm - 4.30pm
12 June Stephen Biggs (classical / Spanish guitar) 14 August Klaviola (viola & piano duo)
26 April 31 May 26 July
See page 6 for details of our new lunchtime concerts
Manouche Saloon band Jayne Sarah and Dan Phelps Seafall
Art Talk Monday 11 May 7pm
Monday 15 June 7pm
Monday 13 July 7pm
David Gould: My life as an artist
Jean Floe: Moving on
David's work ranges from vibrant Welsh and Italian landscape and calm still life painting to classical cast paper and relief work, as well as digital, abstract and other work.
Whilst her exhibition is on in the café bar, and before Jean moves on to pastures new, she will talk about the journey of being an artist and her hopes for the future.
Jane Malvisi: Playing with fire Jane will talk about the exciting and unpredictable effects of flame and smoke in Raku ceramics. She will also give a brief history of her journey as a potter from creating life size ceramic Saints and colourful horses’ heads to her work in Botswana.
Tickets
£4 per talk
Art Exhibitions
Free entry
Jean Floe: Moving On
Porthcawl Arts Society: RNLI
An exhibition of new work by a well-known local artist before she moves on to pastures new. Launch: Tuesday 12 May 7pm. Runs until Sunday 21 June
An exhibition celebrating the 50th anniversary of the RNLI in Porthcawl. All the paintings on display are for sale with the proceeds going to the RNLI. Launch: Tuesday 23 June 7pm. Runs until Sunday 9 August
Summer Exhibition Monday 10 - Sunday 16 August Porthcawl's annual Summer Exhibition continues to grow showcasing the abundance of local artistic talent. Alongside the vibrant, colourful art exhibition, we'll be displaying work from Porthcawl and Pyle Photographic Society and Porthcawl Town Council’s photography competition.
Porthcawl Town Council: Photography Competition A chance to view the best entries from this year’s competition. Check www.promotingporthcawl.com for further details. Closing date for entries: 1 July. Launch: Monday 10 August. Runs until Sunday 27 September
Artists – submit your work to the exhibition As an open exhibition we don't have a theme this year and are inviting artists to submit works that have not been seen in the Grand Pavilion before. If you fancy working to a theme, of course we love to see images based around Porthcawl, the people and the places. Please check the website or contact the Box Office for further information and details about submitting work.
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YOUR W EDDING at the Grand Pavilion, Porthcawl A versatile and adaptable venue,The Grand Pavilion provides a unique location for your wedding ceremony, reception or celebration party.
The Grand Pavilion is a premier venue for your wedding day.The Grand Pavilion is proud to have Just Perfect Catering Ltd,Wales’ leading independent event caterer, as its catering partner.
We are also licensed for Civil Wedding and Partnership Ceremonies and we believe we can offer you a unique advantage over many other venues. As a professional theatre we have the facilities, skills and experience to create any mood or theme you may require. Of course the main auditorium with its octagonal dome, feature lighting and subtle art deco detailing, is inspiring in its own right.
Please call Stuart or Mark on 01656 815995 or email: functions@grandpavilion.co.uk
Connecting creativity in South Wales Here are a few highlights from the ArtsConnect area coming up this spring… CAERPHILLY
RHONDDA CYNON TAF
Blackwood Miners’ Institute, Blackwood Caerphilly Wednesday 13 May 7.30pm
The Coliseum Theatre, Aberdare Thursday 7 May 7.30pm
TO KILL A MACHINE
JACK JONES *Sole Welsh Date*
A new play by Welsh playwright Catrin Fflur Huws which tells the life-story of the wartime code-breaker Alan Turing, whose pioneering work considered whether a machine could think.
The Home Coming Tour Plus special guest Rita Coolidge Jack Jones is the double Grammy-winning easy listening giant nominated by Frank Sinatra as “one of the major singers of our time.” His consistently sold-out world tours and fifty recorded albums are a testimony of his remarkable talent. Tickets £29.50 • Box Office 08000 147 111 • www.rct-arts.co.uk
Tickets £12 / £10 cons • Box Office 01495 227206 www.blackwoodminersinstitute.com
MERTHYR TYDFIL The Imperial Hotel, Merthyr Tydfil
THE VALE OF GLAMORGAN
OPEN MIC NIGHTS 7.30PM
Art Central Gallery, Barry Sat 2 May – 30 May • National Photographic Federation Sat 6 June – 20 June • Cardiff & Vale College 29 June – 1 August • Daniel Baker - Makeshifting: structures of mobility Sat 8 August – Sat 5 September • Barry Camera Club Call 01446 709805 • www.valeofglamorgan.gov.uk
Wednesday 3 June 7.30pm • Merthyr Rising with Phil Knight and the Dic Penderyn Society Thursday 11 June 7.30pm • Biodiversity with Emily Hinshelwood Free entry. For further information please contact arts@merthyr.gov.uk / 01685 353480
Youth Arts Bridgend Youth Dance
Bridgend Youth Theatre
BYD provides weekly dance classes for children and young people aged 3-21
in partnership with It’s My Shout Productions
Spring term begins Monday 13 April Classes: nursery and reception, school years 1-4, 5-8 and years 9+ £27 - £36 / 11 week term Concessionary rates available
Spring term begins Monday 13 and Tuesday 14 April
To reserve a place or for more information contact Box Office on 01656 815995
Classes: School years 1 & 2, 3-6, 7-9 and 10+
Journeys 2015 Wednesday 8 July 7pm Bridgend Youth Dance present their end of year show, which also features an array of community dance groups from across the borough. Tickets Cons
Working in partnership with this award-winning company, BYT offers a range of workshops for young people aged from 5 to 25 years. As well as drama, singing and dance, workshops offer the opportunity to try your hand at all aspects of theatre, from stage combat to mask-making, circus skills to technical theatre. Anyone is welcome to join, regardless of ability.
£8 £6
£60.50 / 11 week term Concessionary rates available To reserve a place or for more information contact Box Office on 01656 815995 www.bridgendyouththeatre.com @BridgendYT123 facebook.com/groups/bridgendyouththeatre
Dance Ballroom Dancing Classes Love ‘Strictly’ or just want to learn to dance? Then our friendly champion ballroom dancing tutors, Gareth and Andrea Jarvis, invite you to take to the floor and learn the waltz, cha cha, foxtrot, tango, rhumba and much more. Even if you think you have two left feet, their relaxed yet assured style means you can learn at your own pace whilst having fun. Dancing is also a great way to exercise without going to the gym! Our 'More Swing' class will re-visit the basics of Swing and Jive and offer time to enjoy dancing to a variety of music whilst learning some additional moves.
Starting Thursday 11 June Ballroom & Latin Beginners: 7-8pm Free dancing: 8-8.30pm More Swing: 8.30-9.30pm 6 week course; partners required Classes will utilise Main Hall and Stage Door Please note: no class on Thursday 2 July
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Tea Dances Tuesdays 5 & 19 May, 9 & 23 June, 7 & 21 July and 4 & 18 August 2-4pm Accompanied by the Jeff Guppy Band playing all of the old favourites, come and dance the afternoon away in our magnificent ballroom. Afternoon Tea – enjoy a pot of house tea and a scone with jam and cream from the Café Tea Room: £4.00 (normally £4.25 – please show your Tea Dance ticket)
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Take Part Thursdays 7, 14, 21 May; 4, 11, 18 & 25 June; 9 & 16 July
Painting and Drawing
Art Club
Beginners: 10.30am – 12.30pm (suitable for the beginner/improver) Everyone: 1.30 – 3.30pm (suitable for all levels) Relaxed, fun and inspirational: our weekly painting and drawing sessions offer oneto-one help for beginners to get started and support for the more advanced to further improve their skills and techniques. We work with a wide range of subjects, mainly using observation to develop drawing and painting skills and expression through the use of line and colour. Materials used are varied, as we explore watercolour, acrylic paint, pastel, charcoal, pencil, ink and more. Please bring materials with you.
4 – 5.30pm Budding young artists aged 7-11 years old will have fun while developing important drawing and painting skills in Art Club. Each drop-in session is self-contained, with all materials provided. Individual skills are developed and encouraged through observation, exploration and imagination in a range of exciting projects and materials. From cats and castles, to comics and cakes – get them off the computer and hand them a paintbrush for a seriously creative handson experience! Please wear suitable clothing.
Tickets £5 per session (No classes on 28 May and 2 July)
Book a block of 5 weeks (7 May – 11 June) for only £20 Book a block of 4 weeks (18 June – 16 July) for only £16
Life Drawing
Art Challenge Wales
Sundays 2, 16 & 30 August 2–5pm A great opportunity for artists of all abilities to explore life drawing in these lively workshops. Combining short and long poses, you will work with the guidance of a professional artist and model in a relaxed and enjoyable environment. Please bring all equipment and materials. Limited places: please book in advance.
Saturday 6 June Calling all artists! Join the challenge to paint Porthcawl in just one day. Do you think you could paint and sketch away to create a piece of art in just one day? On Saturday 6 June hundreds of artists will descend on Porthcawl to do just that whilst competing for prizes! The top award is £500 with many smaller prizes including artist materials.
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£11 per workshop
(Book for whole season (3 workshops) and pay only £30)
£10 plus £2 booking fee
For full information visit www.artchallengewales.co.uk
Lunchtime Concerts Wednesday 20 May and Wednesday 8 July 1pm Live Music Now A new series of lunchtime concerts featuring young, professional musicians performing a varied programme of mainly classical music. Live Music Now select musicians who combine exceptional performing skills with special qualities of insight, generosity of spirit and flexibility. Full programme details (different for each concert) are available from box office or the website. www.livemusicnow.org.uk Tickets Soup and a bread roll (served in café)
£5 £3.50 Noddir gan Sponsored by
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Live Music in The Stage Door Rachel’s Dream
Copperwood Bluegrass Band
Thursday 14 May 8pm
Wednesday 20 May 8pm
When Benny Goodman entered a New York recording studio in 1935 with Gene Krupa and Teddy Wilson “chamber jazz” was born, showcasing the individual talents of the musicians involved and it is this format that Rachel's Dream takes as a starting point, making this a refreshingly different quartet. This promises to be an entertaining night!
This band hail from North Devon and feature double bass, fiddle, mandolin and vocals. They play classic tunes from the likes of Bill Monroe, The Stanley Brothers, Alison Krauss and Union Station alongside original material with mellow bluegrass, old timey and Irish influences, which they like to call the ‘Devonish mellow blend’.
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£9
Slide By Slide
£9
Lindsay Lou and the Flatbellys
The Three Beats
Wednesday 29 July 8pm Thursday 27 August 8pm
The formation of Slide by Slide is the brainchild of Kevin Grenfell who enrolled the musical talents of fellow trombonist Richard Leach and in the rhythm section a dazzling array of musicianship with Graham Smith on drums, John Fellows on bass and Rod Kelly on piano.
With roots in the Great Lakes State of Michigan, this band’s live performances are passionate affairs that stir the blood and exhilarate – from bluesy works of wonder to blistering bluegrass beauty. The band certainly has a fresh approach to the American roots genres which are explored and confidently conquered. “uplifting rootsy acoustic music of the finest quality” Maverick magazine “Exciting – with a pulse and rhythm that sets them apart” AmericanaUK
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Thursday 16 July 8pm
£9
£11
Featuring honorary citizen of New Orleans Pete Allen who is described as one of Britain’s most exciting clarinettists, with the king of stride piano Simon Banks and Europe’s finest banjoist Sean Moyses. Together they perform an entertaining mix of happy jazz and songs not to be missed - so book yourself a seat for a swinging jazz treat!
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Comedy
ADULTS ONLY 7.30pm for 8pm start
Book early to avoid disappointment! The Comedy Network continues to bring razor-sharp stand-up comedy to your doorstep.
Friday 12 June
Jethro
Jarlath Regan (Headliner) “A refreshing and hilarious change of pace” * * * * * Independent
Jack Barry (Support) “An inventive flourish behind his likeable banter… a distinctive wit that should make him one to watch” Chortle
Glenn Moore (MC)
Saturday 27 June 7.30pm
“Glenn Moore is tipped for great things” GQ Magazine
Friday 17 July
Mark Cooper-Jones (Headliner) “A confident performance from someone on the cusp of stardom and a joy to watch” * * * * Broadwaybaby
Hayley Ellis (Support) “Ellis surely has a future in comedy” Chortle
Dan Thomas (MC) “Leading the next generation of Welsh comedy” 24/7 Magazine
Tickets Table (of 5)
£8 £35
Film
Every once in a while there comes along a true comedy genius, someone who rapidly gains cult status with the British public. Such is the case with Jethro! Armed with nothing more than a microphone and delivered to you in a warm Cornish accent, Jethro has the rare ability to paint hilarious pictures in the mind of his audience. Over 4 million DVD sales pay testimony to the size and dedication of his army of followers, and their love of the unpredictable, irreverent twaddle that reduces his audience to tears of laughter night after unforgettable night! Adults only. Tickets
£20
Main auditorium balcony
The Imitation Game (12A)
Into the Woods (PG)
Friday 15 May 7.30pm
Wednesday 22 July 1pm
The Theory of Everything (12A) Friday 12 June 7.30pm
Boyhood (15) Wednesday 24 June 1pm
Birdman: Or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) (15) Thursday 9 July 7.30pm
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Tickets Now serving: • Ice Cream • Soft drinks / coffee • Sweets • Chilled wine and beer So sit back and enjoy the film! Box Office: 01656 815995
£5
The Grand Pavilion Porthcawl
Enjoy our exciting programme of Children’s Theatre this Summer
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How the Koala Learnt to Hug Sunday 10 May 3pm People’s Theatre Company By Steven Lee
Koalas are the cuddliest critters but just how did they learn to hug? There’s only one way to find out so come and hear Karen the Koala tell her story in this fun filled family musical, written especially for parents to enjoy with their children. Based on the book How the Koala Learnt to Hug by Steven Lee, this charming production is back on tour for its fifth anniversary. With a host of gorgeous puppet characters, great stories, sing along songs, superb games and first class hugging all you’ll need are your ears. (And your arms!). Suitable for ages 3+. Tickets Cons
£8.50/£7.50 £28 Family of 4
Curious
Saturday 16 May 10.30am, 11.45am & 2pm Half Moon presents a Tam Tam Theatre production for ages 0-3
Cake making gets messy in this perfect introduction to theatre, guaranteeing giggles galore for the very young and young at heart. Journey into a playfully imaginative world where kitchen meets garden, where dirt is good, and where messiness mischievously conjures the perfect birthday surprise. A play with few words, Curious is a laugh-outloud experience for the very young and the curiously inquisitive – a perfect introduction to theatre that explores cake making as you have never seen before. At the end of the performance, children are invited onto the stage to create their own recipes, by digging in soft, moist soil themselves.
Tickets
£4 each or £10 for 3 tickets
Red Riding Hood
Saturday 6 June 12pm & 3pm Horse + Bamboo Theatre Company
A young girl, a hungry wolf, and a walk through the woods - it sounds like a recipe for disaster, but Red Riding Hood’s not scared… well maybe she’s a little bit scared. Horse + Bamboo present a gorgeously rendered re-telling of the classic girl-and-thewolf tale. Exquisite visuals blend with pantomime-style silliness and spooky moments to create an enchanting piece of theatre. Ideal for all ages over 4. The story that everybody knows – or do they?
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£8.50/£7.50 £28 Family of 4
Elves and the Shoemaker Saturday 25 July 2.30pm Stuff & Nonsense Theatre Company
Sat in his kitchen workshop, Sam Lacey makes terrible shoes and tries to sell them online. They are so bad that no-one really wants them, not even his neighbour (who thinks he should give up and get a real job!). Then one night, two tiny visitors climb in through the window and start cutting and stitching and gluing… and Sam’s life is never quite the same again! Having brought us The Little Red Hen a few years ago, Stuff and Nonsense Theatre Company return with an up-to-date, size 13 ½ re-telling of everyone’s favourite story featuring stunning puppets, music and surprises aplenty. For everyone aged 3 and above. Tickets Cons
£8.50/£7.50 £28 Family of 4
Summer Dance Days Monday 24 - Wednesday 26 August 10am - 4pm each day Bridgend Youth Dance Three days of action-packed dance workshops for children and young people with plenty of energy aged between 7 – 14 years! You’ll develop your dance and creative skills whilst having lots of fun. There will be an informal showing of the work on the final afternoon. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring a packed lunch and plenty to drink.
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£45 / 3 days
Panto Junior Chorus Auditions Wednesday 9 September 4pm Aged 9 - 16 years? Ever wanted to appear in a professional panto? Then come to our open auditions for Beauty and the Beast. Please wear comfortable clothing and shoes suitable for movement/dancing. It is best to register in advance – check the local press, our website or www.imaginetheatre.co.uk for more details.
FREE but please register in advance
Wednesday Workshops Sand Animation
Comedy Acting
Wednesday 29 July 10am-1pm
Wednesday 5 August 10am-12.30pm
Experiment and play with the magical medium of sand animation guided by Feral Theatre's Emily Laurens. Drawing in a thin layer of sand on an OHP gives instant and beautiful results. Tell a purely visual story, or create a series of abstract and ever changing images. Small groups will create a short piece which will be shared with parents/carers at the end of the workshop. Suitable for 8-11 year olds.
Do you see yourself as the next Ruth Jones or Rob Brydon? Do you enjoy making people laugh? Then this is the workshop for you! You will learn about different types of comedy acting, create your own comedy persona, and use improvisation to bring this to life. Participants are asked to bring along a couple of jokes, funny stories or character ideas with them. The workshop is led by Bridgend-based, awardwinning, stand-up comedian and actress Karen Steadman. Suitable for 11-16 year olds.
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£6
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Character Acting
£6
Wednesday 12 August 10am-12.30pm
Stop Motion Animation
Preparing for an audition? Want to get one-to-one feedback on your performance style? Then don’t miss out on this opportunity! You will learn fun ways to find your character, creating light and shade, bringing out different depths, and playing with voice and accent. Each participant is asked to bring along a monologue, which you are very familiar with and hopefully can speak by heart. The workshop is led by Bridgend-based, awardwinning poet and actress Rhian Edwards, winner of the John Tripp Award for Performance Poetry. Suitable for 11-16 year olds.
Build a life-size sculpture using props and plasticine, then bring them to life with stop-frame animation. Learn modelling techniques, principles of film and a tiny bit of science along the way! We will create a short film which can be shared with parents/carers at the end of the workshop. No experience needed, all materials provided. Suitable for 8-11 year olds.
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£6
Wednesday 19 August 10am-1pm
£6
The Searchers
Showaddywaddy
Friday 1 May 7.30pm
Friday 8 May 7.30pm
Featuring John McNally, Frank Allen, Spencer James and Scott Ottaway With total record sales well in excess of 50 million, The Searchers still have great appeal to audiences of all ages with classic hits such as: ‘Sweets For My Sweet’, ‘Needles and Pins’, ‘Don’t Throw Your Love Away’, ‘Sugar and Spice’ and ‘When You Walk In The Room’. Their special ‘solo’ concert is a highly entertaining show and has been enthusiastically received throughout the world. It combines all their famous hits and anecdotes plus many album recordings, B-sides and a selection of other collector and well known favourites. Don’t miss The Searchers live in concert! www.the-searchers.co.uk
‘The Greatest Rock & Roll Band In The World’ is a bold statement but Showaddywaddy has lived up to that title as they recently celebrated their 40th anniversary. Formed in the 1970s in Leicester from several local bands, they have sold more than 20 million records and have toured the world. This live show features all their biggest hits, many of which reached number one in the pop charts of Europe… ‘Under the Moon of Love’, ‘Three Steps to Heaven’, ‘Hey Rock & Roll’, ‘When’, ‘Blue Moon’, ‘Pretty Little Angel Eyes’ and many more. So come and join the ‘Dancing party’… ‘You’ve got what it takes’! www.showaddywaddy.net
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We’ll Meet Again Thursday 7 May 2.30pm A brand new wartime cavalcade show, celebrating 70 years since the end of World War 2. Starring comedy entertainer Steve Barclay and Britain’s greatest ukulele virtuoso, Andy Eastwood. The show also stars Lucia Mattise who will be bringing the songs of Vera Lynn and Gracie Fields. With a full supporting cast and live music from the Martyn St James Band, this is a tribute to our Armed Forces of yesterday, today and tomorrow, with all the great songs and music of the war years. This is damp eye nostalgia that will leave everyone with a warm and sentimental glow. Tickets Cons
£13.50 £12.50
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Gladiator
We’ve Only Just Begun
Thursday 14 May 7.30pm
Thursday 21 May 7.30pm
A ChainWorks Productions and RCT Theatres co-production Written by Laurence Allan It’s not about the bike – it’s the dream Before the Tour de France and before Sir Bradley Wiggins, there was Arthur Linton from Aberdare. A world cycling champion in 1895 who took on the best and left behind not only the first drug scandal, but also the first racing bike – The Gladiator. Fast forward to modern day and we meet 18 year old Jimmy, who stumbles upon the Gladiator in his garage – along with the ghost of trainer Choppy Warburton, who has returned in search of ‘honour and dignity’. This brand new production is an inspiring, funny and uplifting drama. Recommended Age 14+ Tickets Cons
£12 £11
A celebration of the music of The Carpenters and the spirit of Karen Carpenter – brilliantly performed by vocalist Toni Lee, with her big band and singers. The Carpenters scored an unprecedented 17 consecutive US billboard top ten hits. The timeless quality of the Carpenters music makes it as relevant today as when they achieved their first UK hit ‘Close To You’ in 1970. Karen Carpenter had a unique voice, so unique in fact that it has proven almost impossible to duplicate, its deep smoky emotional edge creating that uniqueness that is so hard to perfect. Now for the very first time in over 30 years the voice that melted a thousand romantic hearts lives again through Toni Lee, in this high quality production. Tickets Cons
£17.50 - £19.50 £17 - £18
The Original Jukebox Heroes Friday 22 May 7.30pm Rocking the 70s – featuring original band members The Original Jukebox Heroes were formed in 2005 and deliver a high octane show, with a set list boasting some of the 70s best glam-rock tracks. This super-group is made up of Jeff Brown on vocals and bass guitar (exSweet and Tremeloes), Steve Whalley on guitar (ex- Slade front-man), Pete Phipps on drums (original drummer with The Glitter Band and Eurhythmics), Phil Hendriks (The Stiffs and Les McKeown's Bay City Rollers) and Philip Wright (original lead singer and drummer with Paper Lace) providing vocals and additional percussion. Get your air guitars at the ready and rock 'til you drop with this amazing live show! www.facebook.com/thejukeboxheroes Tickets Cons
£17.50 - £19.50 £17 - £18
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My Son Pinocchio
The Dietrich Letters
Wednesday 27 and Thursday 28 May 2.30pm & 7.30pm Bridgend Youth Theatre Following the fantastic production of ‘Jekyll and Hyde’ in February, Bridgend Youth Theatre return for their second big production of the year. This time, BYT Juniors will be performing the Disney classic ‘My Son Pinocchio Junior’. Geppetto, an ageing toy maker, longs for a son of his own. After having his wish granted by the Blue Fairy and her fairies in training, Geppetto realises the difficulties of looking after Pinocchio, with the evil Stromboli on the look out for a new toy. With songs such as 'When You Wish Upon A Star' and 'I've Got No Strings', this is sure to be another hit after their sold out production of ‘The Little Mermaid’ in 2014. www.bridgendyouththeatre.com @BridgendYT123 facebook.com/groups/bridgendyouththeatre Tickets (evenings & matinee) Cons Matinee cons
£8 - £12 £6 - £10 £6
Thursday 4 June 7.30pm A tribute to Marlene Dietrich starring Marina Laslo Marlene Dietrich, the German-born actress and singer, has long been an icon of all that is sultry, talented and glamorous. Her life and film appearances are legendary. Combining sumptuous, rich and tender vocals, with intense, touchable emotion, Dietrich Letters is a stunning collection of songs showcased by Marina Laslo, a timeless performer whose beautiful voice continues to captivate. The show features a band showcasing the best of British jazz talent and various archive materials, personal objects and letters from the Marlene Dietrich's estate. To paraphrase Marlene's own final words in Touch Of Evil - 'It'll be some kind of a show.' www.marinalaslo.com Tickets
£18.50
Lunchtime Theatre - Lesser Mortals Wednesday 10 June 1pm Fluellen Theatre | Written by Geoff Saunders Four women – all widows – meet regularly. Tilly's husband was far from perfect, Gladys cherishes the memories of her beau, whilst Wendy has kept her home life a secret for years and Victoria wonders whether her questions will ever be answered. Geoff Saunders' superb new play is a tender and humorous exploration of faith, grief, marriage and love. Tickets Soup and a bread roll (served in café)
£5 £3.50
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Roots and Wings
Kenfig Hill Male Voice Choir
Saturday 4 July 7pm Thursday 18 – Saturday 20 June 7.30pm A brilliant comedy, written, starring and directed by Frank Vickery It hasn't been Griff and Ruby’s day really. They have discovered that their son, Nigel is in hospital having been hurt in a car crash in which his partner has incurred even worse injuries. For the first time, Griff and Ruby come face to face with Nigel’s in-laws and many secrets raise their ugly heads and many harsh words are spoken before this sharp-eyed compassionate comedy reaches its bittersweet conclusion. Come and see it…it’s a hoot… and stars Frank in the leading role! ‘This is a sure-fire comedy with hilarious one-liners (the Vickery trademark), gathering the laughs, anguish and soul-searching moments to evoke sympathy’ The Stage Tickets Cons
Returning for the fifth year After sell out Concerts in all of the last four years the Kenfig Hill & District Male Voice Choir return to the Grand Pavilion for a fifth year. This year’s show is “It’s a Grand Night for Singing”. Following on from last year’s success it will once more be an evening of non-stop music from the Male Voice Choir, Da Capo Children’s Choir and Crescendo Youth Choir and this year’s show featuring the exciting tenor Stephan Ulberini. Tickets £5 - £12 Contact choir secretary Don Daniel on 01443 229227
£13 - £14 £12 - £13
An Intimate Evening with Justin Hayward Thursday 2 July 7.30pm Live Nation and Kennedy Street present: An intimate evening with Justin Hayward – the legendary voice of The Moody Blues performing songs from his new album ‘Spirits of the Western Sky’ and Moodies favourites in an acoustic ‘songwriter’ format. The show will also feature special guest Mike Dawes. www.justinhayward.com Tickets
£35
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Rebecca Newman
Thank You For The Music
Saturday 1 August 7.30pm Saturday 18 July 7.30pm Affectionately named 'The People's Soprano' by fans and the media, singer-songwriter Rebecca Newman stormed to number one in the Official UK Classical Albums Chart last autumn with her debut release. Outselling new releases by a number of major international stars in the process, she has secured her position as one of the most exciting sopranos the UK has seen for a long time! Rebecca has recently supported Russell Watson on his 54-date UK tour and is now taking her musicians on tour, performing songs from her No1 classical album ‘Dare To Dream’. ‘A remarkable lady with a beautiful voice’ Russell Watson ‘A fantastic soprano’ Aled Jones www.rebeccanewman.co.uk Tickets Cons
£19.50 - £21.50 £18.50 - £20.50
The ultimate tribute to ABBA and the Bee Gees The world’s favourite ABBA and Bee Gees concert show comes to town with its all-new, sequin-spangled spectacular. Entertaining the nation for longer than ABBA in their prime, the international smash-hit show’s all-star cast has delighted the world with Lycra-tight harmonies and superb musicianship for longer than ABBA during the 70s and 80s! Joined by the UK’s No1 Bee Gees revue, enjoy a night of non-stop hits, including: ‘Mamma Mia’, ‘Stayin’ Alive’, ‘Dancing Queen’, ‘Night Fever’, ‘How Deep is Your Love’, ‘Super Trouper’; Bee Gees-penned smashes ‘Islands in the Stream’, ‘Grease’ and ‘If I Can’t Have You’… and more. ‘Polished to perfection... live band and vocals were absolutely spot on’ Daily Echo www.easytheatres.com Tickets Cons
£21.50 £20.50
A Viennese Whirl Friday 31 July 7.30pm Swansea City Opera A captivating production, evoking the magic and music of Vienna and transporting audiences to the banks of the dreamy Danube River. Enjoy an enchanting evening of singing and soaring violin melodies from some of the most popular Viennese composers including Kreisler, Lehar, Kalman and Johann Strauss, as well as operettas such as ‘The Merry Widow’, ‘Die Fledermaus’ and ‘The Gypsy Baron’. A carefully selected cast including tenor and soprano voices, and violin and piano accompanist has been assembled for this amusing and entertaining evening hosted by the charismatic Artistic Director of SCO, Brendan Wheatley, who introduces the music of the Viennese greats in his own inimitable style. www.swanseacityopera.com Tickets Cons
£15.50 - £17.50 £15.50 - £16.50
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Marty Wilde
Chris Needs and friends
Thursday 20 August 7.30pm Don’t miss this chance to see, live on stage, one of the only performing rock 'n' roll pioneers in the world today. Marty began his career in 1957 and was one of the first British singers to play a leading part in those early formative, and groundbreaking rock ‘n’ roll years. With his many hits and a host of wonderful songs from that era, Marty and his fabulous band the Wildcats take you back through some of the most exciting musical times this country has ever experienced. A fantastic evening awaits as Marty and the band entertain you on this stunning musical roller coaster, which has become one of the most acclaimed shows in the country today. Don't miss it! www.martywilde.com Tickets
£21
Saturday 22 August 7.30pm Chris returns once again to the Grand Pavilion for another night to remember! Some of Chris’s best friends in show business will be joining him on stage for what promises to be a super show, including Carole Rees Jones, Mandy Starr, Bruce Anderson, Miss Tammy Jones, Rob Allen, his wonderful dancers and, of course, the big surprise guest. You've seen or heard about Chris’s charity variety shows - don't miss this one! Tickets Cons
£15 £14
Lunchtime Theatre - No Known Grave Thursday 13 August 1pm Fluellen Theatre | Written by Jaye Swift A shell hole in a First World War battlefield. A British soldier seeks shelter from the hell of battle. But his respite is short-lived as a German soldier looks for sanctuary in the same shell hole. Jaye Swift's outstanding new play is a tense drama that shows how two men try to find their own salvation and results in a stunning conclusion. Tickets Soup and a bread roll (served in café)
£5 £3.50
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Sounds of Philadelphia and Motown Friday 28 August 7.30pm
Grand Summer Ball Saturday 29 August 7.30pm
Starring Roy G Hemmings Original Drifters member Roy G Hemmings brings together the sound of three of America’s most iconic music labels – Motown, the Sound of Philadelphia and Stax Atlantic – in one action-packed show. Understood as the longest serving former member of legendary group, The Drifters, Roy has entertained audiences around the world with his easy, relaxed style and fabulous voice. Featuring his backing singers and fabulous live band, this show is packed with non-stop hits such as ‘Love Train’, ‘Get Ready’, ‘Dancing In The Street’, ‘My Girl’ and many, many more. www.royghemmings.com
Featuring the worldfamous Ross Mitchell Band and singers Why not round off your summer with a wonderful evening of dancing? On arrival we will welcome you with drinks where you can mingle with other guests before taking to the floor for the first dance. The Ross Mitchell Band are renowned as one of the best dance bands in the world, playing for the majority of dance championships in the UK including major events at the Tower Ballroom Blackpool and the Albert Hall London. Dress code – black tie / smart or elegant summer evening attire. If you’d prefer to just sit back and listen then balcony seating is also available. www.rossmitchellband.com • www.strictly-dance.co.uk
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£19.50 - £21.50 £18.50 - £20.50
£19.50
Useful information How to book Online: www.grandpavilion.co.uk By phone: 01656 815995 In person: At the Box Office Our Box Office is open 9.30am - 5pm Monday to Saturday. We are open at least one hour before every show. Reservations: Reservations will be automatically released after seven calendar days if payment is not received. Reservations cannot be made less than one week before a performance. (Pantomime reservation policy excepted). Refunds / exchanges: No refunds will be given except for cancelled events - please check carefully when booking. Tickets can be exchanged for another show of the same price (or higher upon payment of the difference) up to 48 hours prior to the show (excludes private hire events). Tickets to be exchanged must be presented in person at the Box Office. An administration fee of £2 applies. Late arrivals: Every effort will be made to admit latecomers but this will be at the discretion of the Duty Officer. Refusal: In certain circumstances we may be required to refuse admission and in such an event may not refund admission fees. Babies / toddlers: Babes in arms (under two years old) go free when sharing a seat with an adult. Access to all: Theatregoers with special needs are especially welcome. Facilities for wheelchair users include a ramped entrance and level access in to the auditorium, box office, café bar and accessible toilet. Please ensure you inform the Box
Office of your requirements when making your booking - we will be pleased to assist you. Concessions: Concessions for senior citizens, children under 16, disabled Persons and their companions are available for some events. Please enquire when booking. Bring a group: It’s more fun in a group! We welcome groups of all sizes, and if you buy 10 or more tickets the organiser goes FREE! (some exceptions apply - check with box office) Private hire events: These are marked with a s. Tickets for most private hire events can be purchased through the Box Office, where the Grand Pavilion operates solely as booking agent and host venue. Patrons are reminded that the promoter assumes all responsibility for the event. Where to find us: Tap CF36 3YW into your Sat Nav. Parking: Two pay and display carparks within a short walking distance Data Protection: In order to process your booking, your contact details are stored on our Box Office system, you are free to opt out of receiving marketing communications from us please inform Box Office. Please note: This programme is correct at time of going to press but the right to alter/change cast or cancel performances is reserved. Errors and omissions excepted. Copyright: © Bridgend County Borough Council. Full Terms and Conditions are available from the Box Office or the Grand Pavilion website at www.grandpavilion.co.uk
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Forthcoming... Porthcawl Male Voice Choir Saturday 5 September 7pm Starring Richard and Adam Johnson Porthcawl Choir are proud to welcome the brothers on their first visit to the Grand Pavilion. Richard and Adam were discovered by the popular TV show Britain’s Got Talent. Their voices provide a blend of tones that made them an instant success a rich baritone in harmony with a wonderful tenor.
Remembering Gene Pitney Sunday 6 September A celebration concert in honour of one of pop music’s greatest stars Tommy Carey is Gene Pitney with the Liberty Valence Big Band and singers.
Les McKeown Bay City Rollers
Magical Musicals
Leo Sayer
Thursday 10 September
Sunday 13 September
Les McKeown tells the story of the Bay City Rollers and sings all the hits with his band the Legendary Bay City Rollers.
A concert in aid of Barnardos Cymru Music from some of the best-known movies and stage musicals performed by a 70 piece orchestra, chorus and soloists.
Restless Years Tour 2015 Grammy award winning, international charttopping, British music legend Leo Sayer is very excited to be back in his home country and looking forward to a rare and much anticipated tour.
Wednesday 23 September