The Grand Pavilion Porthcawl
Spring 2013
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, exhibitions, workshops and classes, it also hosts a variety of functions, including weddings, charity dinners and conferences. We look forward to welcoming you soon. Mark Phillips, General Manager PS you can now find us on Facebook and Twitter: @grandpavilion facebook.com/grandpavilionporthcawl
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PICK YOUR OWN! When buying tickets via our website, for most events you can now select your own seats, rather than being offered the “best available”. We’re sure you’ll find this to be a big improvement.
FRIENDS OF THE GRAND PAVILION Why not become a “friend” of the Grand Pavilion and receive benefits such as 10% discount on most performances and priority notification of forthcoming events. Single membership is £15 whilst joint membership is only £25.
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. This has enabled us to diversify and grow conferencing, functions and weddings, which in turn is used to support the core arts programme and aims.
SPONSORS AND SUPPORTERS This season’s supporters are: BridgeFM, Millie’s Madhouse, Nathaniel Cars and Once Upon a Time. Why not speak to us about how we can work together to promote your business and ours?
Pre-show dining On selected performances this season (please look out for the knife and fork symbol), we’re offering great pre-show dining with a tasty two course dinner. Chicken curry with boiled rice ~ Chicken chasseur with baby new potatoes and broccoli ~ Prawns and smoked salmon served with mixed lettuce leaves and marie rose sauce ~ Beef lasagne with chips and salad ~ Pasta dish ~ Frittata with salad and chips ~ Scampi with chips and peas ~ Chef’s selection of desserts served with custard or cream
Only £9.95 per person
Pre-theatre dinner
Kids show
Private hire
Comedy show
Workshop
Take part
Café Bar More choice, more offers This Spring the café bar is introducing more tempting treats for lunchtimes and new offers for regular customers. The ‘Valued Customer’ card that enables customers to get free tea or coffee is to be supplemented by ‘Combo Deals’ with special prices for combinations such as ‘Coffee & Sandwich’ and ‘Tea & Scones’. There will be a ‘Sandwich of the Week’ and enticing offers on our scrumptious home made cakes. So, whether it’s rain or shine, you’re sure of a warm welcome with a delightful sea view from the Café Bar.
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Café Bar Series 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.
Sunday Live 2.30pm - 4.30pm
Café Classics Fridays 1pm - 2pm
13 January, 17 February, 24 March & 21 April
25 January, 22 February, 22 March & 26 April
Check our website or call box office for further details
Check our website or call box office for further details
Tickets
Free
Tickets
Free
Art Talk Monday 11 February 7pm
Monday 18 March 7pm
Monday 15 April 7pm
Jenny Vobe-Tancock: Truths, Non-truths & Half-truths
Ellie Young: One Hour Portraits
Lloyd Rowe: Drawing Inspiration
Jenny will talk about how her personal journey of using art as a therapeutic tool, visually exploring the ‘creation’ of identity through storytelling came about, how it developed and where her work is today.
Cardiff based artist Ellie Young will discuss her exploration of portraiture through her ongoing series of One Hour Portraits and experience of street portraiture. She will talk about how her interest in film and capturing the passage of time has influenced her painting practice.
Lloyd Rowe, finalist in the Welsh Artist of the Year 2006, will talk about how his work is inspired by the ever-changing coastal landscape and how creating art is as much about the process of drawing and print as it is the subject matter.
Tickets
£4 per talk
Art Exhibitions Sandra Wintle: A selection of works Sandra’s work always reflects colour and texture, whatever the subject matter. Her main love is portraiture but she is currently experimenting with landscape, in its many forms, using gesso, acrylics and pastel.
Launch: Tuesday 15 January 7pm. Runs until Sunday 3 March
Free entry
Graham Cross: Enjoying Colour A variety of still life, figurative and abstract design, with a strong emphasis on colour using acrylic paint only, by local artist Graham Cross.
Launch: Tuesday 5 March 7pm. Runs until Sunday 21 April
Svetlana Wheeler: Yuzen Working from her studio in Port Talbot, Svetlana specialises in a style of traditional Japanese painting called Yuzen that is applied directly onto silk and originally practised to decorate kimono.
Launch: Tuesday 23 April 7pm. Runs until Sunday 9 June
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Connecting creativity in South Wales Bridgend Arts Service is delighted to be part of a new initiative in South Wales called ArtsConnect. We are now working with our arts services colleagues in three other local authorities - Rhondda Cynon Taf, Merthyr Tydfil and The Vale of Glamorgan - to increase the range and quality of arts experiences for people living in and visiting our region.
Here are a few highlights from the ArtsConnect area coming up this spring…
MERTHYR TYDFIL The Imperial Hotel, Merthyr Tydfil
POETRY - OPEN MIC NIGHTS Set in one of Merthyr’s most well known social hotspots, poets from across Wales will take to the stage in an open mic session. Thursday 17 January Jonathan Edwards Free Entry Thursday 14 March Mike Jenkins Free entry
Thursday 14 February Chris Meredith Free entry Thursday 18 April Ruth Bidgood Free entry
For more details contact: Gus Payne on 01685 725382
RHONDDA CYNON TAF
THE VALE OF GLAMORGAN
The Park & Dare, Treorchy Wednesday 13 & Thursday 14 March 7.30pm RCT Theatres and RCT Music Service present
Art Central Gallery, Barry Saturday 19 January to Saturday 23 February
HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL EXHIBITION
SONG OF THE BUILDING By Jack White and the people of RCT A night of inspiring and joyous music celebrating the centenary of the Park & Dare Theatre.
Commemorating Holocaust Memorial Day Event 27 January
Saturday 2 March to Saturday 6 April
WOMEN’S ARTS ASSOCIATION An eclectic mix of artwork from members of the Women’s Arts Association - celebrating international Women’s Day - 8 March 2013
RCTCBC gratefully acknowledges the funding support from PRS for Music Foundation and the Arts Council of Wales.
For more details visit www.valeofglamorgan.gov.uk
£8.50, Concessions £6.50 Family Ticket £23.00
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Youth Arts Bridgend Youth Theatre
Bridgend Youth Dance
in partnership with It’s My Shout Productions
in partnership with Dawns.ETC.Dance Dawns.ETC.Dance (Engaging Through Creativity) provides weekly dance classes for children and young people ages 3-21.
Working in partnership with this awardwinning company, BYT offers a range of workshops for young people ages 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.
Spring Term begins Monday 7 and Tuesday 8 January Classes: School years 1 & 2, 3-6, 7-9 and 10+ Welsh class: School years 1-6 (Tuesday 4.30-5.30pm) £60.50 / 11 week term Concessionary rates available To reserve a place or for more information contact Box Office
Spring term begins Monday 7 January 4.15 – 5.00pm Bridgend Little'uns Dance (Nursery and Reception) £30 / 10 week term 5.00 – 6.00pm Bridgend Children’s Dance (School Years 1, 2, 3 and 4) £35 / 10 week term 6.00 – 7.00pm Bridgend Junior Dance (School Years 5, 6 7 and 8) £35 / 10 week term 7.00 – 9.00pm Bridgend Youth Dance (School Years 9 +) £40 / 10 week term To reserve a place or for more information please contact Lizzie Davies-MacMillan: lizzie.dance.etc@gmail.com • 07855 303775 @EtcByd
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Take Part Dance in a Day
Welsh Language Family Fun Morning
Wednesday 3 April 10am – 4pm Join Bridgend Youth Dance for a fun-packed day of dancing where you'll create an exciting new dance piece in just one day! Friends and family are invited to come and watch the sharing of the day's work at 4.00pm. Open to dancers aged 7 - 14 years old. Please brink a packed lunch and a drink. Contact Lizzie on 07855 303775 or lizze.dance.etc@gmail.com to book your place.
Tickets
£10 (Limited places so please book early)
Thursday 11 April 10am - 12pm In association with Menter Bro Ogwr A fun-filled morning of Welsh language activities with Sali Mali. There'll be Sali Mali cartoons, arts and crafts, singing, dancing and even a visit from Sali Mali herself! A real treat for the family!
Tickets www.grandpavilion.co.uk
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Take Part Drawing for the complete beginner Thursday 28 February, 7 & 14 March 10.30am – 12.30pm If you think you can't draw, but would like to try, this short series of workshops is just for you. Using techniques to overcome the fear of the 'blank sheet of paper' these workshops will combine traditional and creative techniques to explore ways of seeing and introduce the building blocks of observational drawing in a relaxed and informal setting. Please bring pencils and sketch pads or paper.
Tickets
£5 per workshop (Limited places so please book early)
Drawing for everyone Thursday 31 January, 14 & 28 February, 7, 14 & 28 March 1.30pm – 3.30pm Are you just beginning to find your inner artist and want some help developing new skills? Or are you experienced and looking for stimulating exercises to shake you out of a rut, freshen up your ideas and get the creative juices flowing? Well these workshops could be just the thing. Using a mix of traditional and creative drawing exercises, we will explore ways of seeing and develop drawing skills through line, texture, form and volume in an informal and stimulating environment. Please bring sketch pads or paper, pens, pencils, charcoal etc.
Tickets
£5 per workshop (Limited places so please book early)
Art for the young Thursday 31 January, 14 & 28 February, 7, 14 & 28 March 4pm – 5.30pm Budding young artists come and have some creative fun while developing your drawing and painting skills! Our workshops will explore line, shape and colour, give you better skills and grow your confidence in a creative and fun environment. Materials provided. Please wear suitable clothing. Suitable for ages 7 – 12 years old.
Tickets
£5 per workshop (Limited places so please book early)
Spring into Summer: Creative workshop Wednesday 10 April 10.30am – 12 noon Come along and make some Spring inspired 3D art. We'll provide the paint and glue and sticky bits and you'll get to take home your creation. Suitable clothing must be worn. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Ideal for ages 4-7 years.
Tickets
£5 per workshop (Limited places so please book early)
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Dance
Ballroom & Latin 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! The Beginners classes are ideal for those who have never danced before, or for those who need a refresher of the basic steps. If you’ve already mastered the basics, then the Improvers classes are for you.
Starting Sunday 13 January Absolute Beginners: 6.30 – 7.30pm Free dancing: 7.30 – 8.00pm (open to both classes) Improvers: 8.00 – 9.00pm
Starting Thursday 4 April (week 3 class is on Friday 19 April & no class on 25 April)
Beginners & Improvers Level 1: 7.00 – 8.00pm
Free dancing: 8.00 – 8.30pm (open to both classes) Improvers Level 2: 8.30 – 9.30pm
Tea Dances Tuesdays 15 & 29 January, 12 & 26 February, 12 & 26 March and 9 & 30 April 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 tea and a cream scone from the Café-Bar.
Tickets
£4
Dance for adults with disabilities Spring term begins Monday 7 January 12.30 – 2.30pm Working in partnership with Dawns.ETC.Dance (Engaging Through Creativity), these workshops are designed for adults with learning disabilities. Led by a professional choreographer, workshops focus on core skills such as movement and expression while participants develop teamwork, confidence and selfawareness. Contact Lizzie on 07855 303775 or lizze.dance.etc@gmail.com to book your place.
5 week course – partners required Classes will utilise Main Hall and Stage Door
Tickets
£55 per couple
Don’t miss Winter Elegance Ball See page 10 for more details An evening with the stars of Strictly Come Dancing See page 15 for more details
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Live Music @ The Stage Door The Sara Colman Trio
Blue Rhondda
Phil Dando Sextet
Thursday 24 January 8pm
Thursday 14 February 8pm
Thursday 14 March 8pm
Sara, Andrew and Ruth often perform together as part of The Colman Brothers and have enjoyed recent gigs at the Manchester Jazz Festival, Mostly Soul and Jazz, the Bristol Harbour Festival and Groningen Jazz Festival in Holland.
Back by popular demand is Blue Rhondda, who combine elements of rock, folk, blues and tinges of country that will take you on an emotional journey that you won’t want to end. The band has appeared on BBC Radio Wales and other local radio stations, while previous gigs include supporting Racing Cars and Mike Peters.
The last time the Phil Dando Sextet performed at the Stage Door it was a memorable evening with some great jazz. Come and hear them again and treat yourselves to another evening listening to jazz standards excellently performed.
Drawing from the great American songbook, the classic songwriters repertoire and with a couple of original songs thrown in, this intimate trio is the perfect stage for the musicality of these wonderful musicians. Tickets
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Don’t miss the Porthcawl Interceltic Festival
Don’t miss the Porthcawl Jazz Festival
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Afternoon in Paris
Amy Roberts Quintet
Thursday 11 April 8pm
Thursday 2 May 8pm
The music of Afternoon in Paris is based on the tradition made popular by the Hot Club of France and is strongly influenced by great artists such as Django Reinhardt and Benny Goodman among others. Latin rhythms, French songs and cheeky quotes from their own diverse musical backgrounds all combine to create a unique and sophisticated sound.
The Amy Roberts Quintet plays a range of jazz, from traditional to mainstream and features some of the UK's finest jazz musicians. Amy was voted winner of the Rising Star Category in the British Jazz Awards in both 2009 and 2011 (and achieved 2nd place in 2010 and 2012). She is also the first female musician to join the Big Chris Barber Band and is currently touring with them throughout some of the most highly regarded concert venues in Europe.
Tickets
£7
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WitTank Friday 15 March 8pm
@ The Stage Door ADULTS ONLY
7.30pm for 8pm start
The Comedy Network continues to bring razor-sharp stand-up comedy to your doorstep. Each evening features an MC, a support and a headline act.
Like a battering ram to the funny-bone, stars of BBC3’s ‘Live at The Electric’ take to the stage with a lavish parade of inventive characters and sketch magnificence. Hotly tipped as ones to watch for the future, why not catch them now, in the present? “A dazzling display of sketch genius... There isn't a single down moment in WitTank's exhilaratingly perfect set” * * * * * List All tickets
£12
Jarlath Regan (Headliner)
Lloyd Langford Rare Bit
Friday 15 February “Side-splitting stuff” - **** The Metro “A refreshing and hilarious change of pace” - ***** Independent
Lucy Beaumont (Support) “Lucy has that intangible 'something' that gives her an innately charismatic stage presence. She's slight and vulnerable, a bit ditzy, and utterly charming” - Chortle
Gareth Richards
You may have seen Lloyd on "Ask Rhod Gilbert" (BBC 1), "Dave's One Night Stand" (Dave), or "Don't Sit In The Front Row" (Sky Atlantic). You could have heard him on "The Unbelievable Truth" (Radio 4). Why don’t you come and see him on his first ever tour? He’s written jokes for comedians such as Rhod Gilbert, Simon Amstell and Frankie Boyle. Now you can hear the ones he decided to keep for himself. He once beat David Tennant in an arm wrestle, he is a Sony Award Nominee and proud winner of Baglan Cub Scouts Shiniest Shoes 1993. Expect a delicious mix of jokes, stories, observations, ad-libs, oneliners, accents*, theories, topical gags and self-deprecation, all blended together to make a hearty comedy cawl**. *There’ll just be the one accent. ** A type of Welsh stew.
“Smart and properly funny” The Guardian
(Headliner)
All tickets
Friday 19 April “Gareth comes across as an effortlessly assured act… exceptionally inspired and truly memorable” - Chortle
Phil Wang (Support) “A skilful and hilarious individual” Varsity “Effortlessness personified” The Tab
Tickets Table (of 5)
Thursday 4 April 8pm
£12
Lee Nelson Thursday 23 May 7.30pm The time’s now right… for me to come to Porthcawl! So get yourselves along to my brand new show for a night of qwaliteeee jokes, games and banter. Everyone’s welcome! Go on, it’s not like there’s anything else to do in Porthcawl!!!
£8 £35
All tickets Pre-show dining - Indian buffet and a pint
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Live Events Winter Elegance Ball
Calendar Girls
Lunchtime Theatre: Secrets
Thursday 24 January 1pm Friday 11 January 7.30pm Featuring a Latin American dancing demonstration A perfect way to round off the Christmas and New Year celebrations: why not join us for a wonderful evening of dancing? On arrival, your hosts for the evening – Gareth and Andrea (our resident ballroom dancing tutors) – will welcome you with a drinks reception where you can mingle with other guests before taking to the floor for the first dance. Our special guests for the evening are rising stars of the professional world – Ben Jones and Amy Dowden – who will give an enthralling demonstration of their Latin American dancing.
Fluellen Theatre
Thursday 17 – Saturday 19 January 7.30pm Saturday Matinee 2.30pm Presented by Porthcawl Amateur Operatic And Dramatic Society supporting LATCH The Women’s Institute in a quiet Yorkshire village decides to do something different for its annual charity calendar: appear nude! When Annie’s husband dies of cancer, she wants to give a donation to the hospital that cared for him. Her friends rally to her side in support, little knowing what impact their radical fundraising idea will have on their lives, friendships and community.
There’ll also be plenty of strict tempo music for you to dance the night away.
This heart-warming, bitter-sweet comedy play is based on a true story, adapted from the award-winning 2003 film.
Tickets
Tickets available from PAODS ticket hotline 01656 788148 and box office.
£12.50
Written by Ron Meldon (from a story by Hilary Wickers) For twenty years childhood friends Iris and Janet have lived very different lives either side of the Atlantic. An unexpected meeting brings them together, but what the two women discover about each other will change their lives forever. “A superb production that crackles with tension” South Wales Evening Post Tickets Soup and bread roll (served in café bar)
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Jesus Christ Superstar
A Knight with the Captains
Brass Bands Championships
Friday 15 February What an honour: To be Captain of Wales, leading the team out onto the turf at Cardiff….. ……and now we welcome you to a Knight with the Captains, a unique mixed event in aid of Welsh cancer charity PROSTATE CYMRU.
Wednesday 6 – Saturday 9 February 7.30pm Presented by Porthcawl Comprehensive School After the success of ‘Fiddler on the Roof’ Porthcawl Comprehensive return to perform the smash hit ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’. Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s legendary rock opera features classics such as ‘I don’t know how to love him’, ‘Gethsemane’, ‘Everything’s Alright’ and the iconic title song ‘Superstar’. With the talent that continues to thrive at Porthcawl Comprehensive School this promises to be a show not to miss! Book now to avoid disappointment! Tickets Cons
£10 & £8 £8 & £6
Welsh Rugby Captains from various eras will host the tables during this golden opportunity to share the company of some of Wales’ finest ever players. Tables of ten are priced at £400, while individual tickets are £45. Special sponsorship opportunities are available by arrangement with the promoter. Dress code: Club blazer, lounge suit or smart jacket and tie. Tickets can be purchased from Legends Hospitality on 01656 782545. Tickets Table of 10
Saturday 16 February from 12pm Welsh Open Brass Band Entertainment Championship Some of the top brass bands in the world (4barsrest rankings) compete against each other playing their own 20 minute own choice entertainment mini-concert programmes. For further details and updates please contact Rob Gowing on robjgowing@aol.com Tickets
£5 unreserved (stalls) £6 reserved (balcony)
£45 £400
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Tommy
Milkshake! Come Out to Play
You’re Having A Laugh!
Thursday 21 – Saturday 23 February 7.30pm Saturday matinee 2.30pm Bridgend Youth Theatre The Who's Rock Opera 'Tommy' is an iconic landmark of musical theatre. ‘Tommy’ tells the tale of a young boy’s journey from pain to triumph. After witnessing his father commit murder, Tommy is traumatised and is coincidentally left deaf, dumb and blind. As an adolescent, he discovers a unique talent for pinball. Can Tommy break through his catatonia into international pinball stardom? Don’t miss your chance to enjoy a night of full blooded rock music backing up the talents of the young performers. ‘Tommy’ features iconic songs such as ‘Pinball Wizard’, ‘I’m Free’, and ‘Acid Queen’; classics made famous by Tina Turner, Elton John and The Who. Members of Bridgend Youth Theatre invite you to an electrifying evening of rock and roll, following rave reviews at the Wales Millennium Centre where they previewed the show to a capacity audience.
Sunday 24 February 1pm & 3.30pm Channel 5 and Premier Stage Productions present an all singing, all dancing live stage show starring milkshake! favourites: Little Princess and Scruff, Noddy and Tessie Bear, Roary and Big Chris, Fifi and Bumble and B1 & B2 – the Bananas in Pyjamas. This musical spectacular is sure to have children tapping their toes, clapping their hands and singing at the top of their voices. Joining this fantastic line up will be two milkshake! presenters, who will take us on a magical milkshake! adventure which is bound to dazzle and delight! The show features new songs, classic favourites and funky dance moves, plus plenty of laughter, bags of audience interaction and bucket loads of fun for all the family too! Child £10.50 Adults £12.50 Family (4) £42 – first 10 family tickets sold £40
Fluellen Theatre Written by Ray Williams Starring Kevin Johns and Jessica Sandry Experience two terrific comedies in one evening from one of Wales` greatest comedy writers, Ray Williams. In ‘Ole! Mrs Roberts’, a married couple visit a Benidorm holiday villa owned by their friend. But murder is in the air and a less-than-perfect knowledge of Spanish sets the scene for rib-aching hilarity. In ‘To Whom It May Concern’ a harried businessman attempts to throw himself from Swansea’s tallest building but an angry boss, a dozy policeman and the world’s most incompetent secretary frustrate his every move. “Hilarious…had me in stitches” Tenby Observer “Very, very funny” South Wales Evening Post Tickets
Music and lyrics by Pete Townshend. Book by Pete Townshend and Des McAnuff. Additional music and lyrics by John Entwistle and Keith Moon. Tickets Cons
Wednesday 27 February 7.30pm
£9.50
106.3 Bridge FM
£9 - £12 £7 - £10
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Cwlwm Celtaidd
Banff Film Festival
One Night in Vegas
Thursday 7 March 7.30pm Friday 1 – Sunday 3 March Porthcawl Interceltic Festival The Grand Pavilion once again plays host to this specatacular weekend of traditional dance, song and music from the Celtic countries, now in its 11th year. As one of the largest events of its type in Wales, the festival offers concerts, dances, sessions & workshops featuring some of the finest performers nationally and internationally. With March 1st falling on the Friday, this year, the festival opens with a special St David’s Day Concert featuring BBC Wales personality Frank Hennessy with The Hennessys along with Bridgend Male Voice Choir and superb support. Saturday’s headliners are the outstanding Welsh band Jamie Smith’s Mabon, who have just released a well received CD. Amongst a host of others, Irish Dance will feature with the spectacular dance troupe Absolutely Legless & their musicians. Full details of all artists and programme can be found by visiting www.cwlwmceltaidd.com or from 01656 766667 Tickets
The world’s most prestigious mountain film festival returns to Porthcawl with a brand new selection of extraordinary short films from the world's best adventure film makers. Through the big screen, travel to incredible wild places, experience remote cultures and see amazing footage of adrenaline packed action sports - a must-see for anyone with a spirit of adventure! An inspiring evening with lots of prize giveaways! Visit www.banff-uk.com for more details. Tickets Cons
£11.50 £10
Saturday 9 March 7.30pm New show for 2013 – 7th Anniversary Tour starring Martyn Lucas A concert style show featuring the music and excitement from the entertainment capital of the world: Las Vegas. Including songs from Michael Bublé, Tom Jones, Frank Sinatra, Bobby Darin, Elton John, Elvis, Barry Manilow and more. The show also features powerful hits from West End shows. Join the talented cast and fantastic live band for an evening of big band swing, spectacular costumes and a voice that will move you. Prepare to be dazzled, sing and shout for more as the number one Vegas show comes to Porthcawl. “Voice was excellent….” London Palladium www.onenightinvegas.co.uk Tickets £17.50 - £19.50 Cons £16.50 - £18.50 Cabaret seating in stalls
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Tick Tick Boom! The Musical
Sarah Burnell School of Dance
Strauss Gala Concert
Wednesday 13 March 7.30pm An exciting musical presented by Shadow Productions In this precursor to his groundbreaking musical masterpiece, ‘Rent’, Jonathan Larson weaves an auto-biographical account of a 30year-old waiter struggling to survive in New York. As Jon attempts to write the great American musical, all of his friends seem to be finding easy success in their careers, leaving him behind. Written with contemporary music and inspirational lyrics, ‘Tick, Tick...BOOM!’ explores the difficult themes of self-doubt and fear of failure while celebrating the determination of following your dreams in spite of all odds.
Sunday 17 March 6pm 10th Anniversary Show An exciting evening of song and dance numbers from the Sarah Burnell School of Dance. These bright young performers are some of the most talented in the country and have recently successfully performed in National dance competitions and in the West End.
Friday 22 March 7.30pm
Don't miss this show which promises to be a sensational showcase of local talent from the Bridgend, Swansea and Rhonnda Cynon Taf boroughs.
Amongst favourites being performed are ‘Overture to the Gypsy Baron’, ‘The Tritsch Tratsch Polka’, ‘Champagne Polka’, ‘Radetzky March’, ‘Laughing Song’ from ‘Die Fledermaus’, ‘Waltz’ from ‘The Merry Widow’ and ‘The Blue Danube Waltz’.
Tickets Cons
£9.50 £8
Welsh Concert Orchestra An evening of Vienna’s most famous music composed by Johann Strauss and performed by members of the Welsh Concert Orchestra.
This wonderful evening is guaranteed to put a smile on your face and a spring in your step! www.welshconcert.co.uk Tickets Cons
£16 £12.50
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Tickets Cons Pre-show dining
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Porthcawl Soul Club – Soul Night
An Evening with Stars from ‘Strictly Come Dancing’
The Elephant Bridesmaid
Sunday 31 March 2.30pm The People’s Theatre Company
Saturday 23 March 8pm
Written by Steven Lee 60s soul night presented by Porthcawl Soul Club Dance the night away with the best in Northern Soul oldies, Tamla Motown, sixties soul club classics, mod and ska. Featuring DJs Sean Chapman and Nigel Graham. Tickets
£6
Wedding Fayre
Sunday 24 March 11am - 4pm C J Wedding Fayres, South Wales’ Wedding Fayre and Event Specialists bring you a unique opportunity to see a wide range of wedding paraphernalia all under one roof. FREE ENTRY and a FREE Goody Bag for every bride!
Thursday 28 March 7.30pm
“There are no elephants in Australia. Well, no elephants except this one...”
Starring Pasha Kovalev and Katya Virshilas with their stunning dancers
Written especially for parents to enjoy with their children The Elephant Bridesmaid is a magical musical about weddings and wombats and the loveliest elephant the world has ever known.
Strictly Come Dancing is quite rightly one of the ‘jewels in the crown’ for the BBC and two stars from the show, Pasha and Katya have devised a sensational new show for 2013. The production features them, along with their guest dancers, demonstrating a series of stunning dance routines, accompanied by a full audio-visual backdrop. There will also be opportunities for the audience to get involved, a Question & Answer section plus an appearance by a local dance school. This promises to be an evening of world class dancing not to be missed. Tickets Cons
£17.50 - £19.50 £16.50 - £18.50
Based on a story from the best selling book How The Koala Learnt To Hug and Other Australian Fairytales, this delightful show has just the right balance of games, songs and heart warming elephant antics to make any day feel like your special day. So, join Nessie the Elephant and her fantastic animal friends and help them as they go in search of an outfit fancy enough (and large enough) to make her the Australian jungle’s first and most beautiful Elephant Bridesmaid. Make your day even more special and come to the theatre wearing your own fancy clothes (or fancy dress) for the chance to take part in a fabulous fashion show live on stage with the actors! For ages 4 – 104. “A trunkload of fun that will leave you and your children feeling warm and snuggly all over” The Guide Tickets
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Chris & Pui Roadshow
Porthcawl Jazz Festival
Friday 5 – Sunday 7 April In partnership with the Grand Pavilion The annual Porthcawl Jazz Festival once again brings to town a stellar mix of great music. Topped by legendary trumpeter Kenny Ball with his Jazzmen, other headliners include the incomparable Chris Dean Trio, Chico Chica, B D Lenz Trio, Dave Cottle Quartet and the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama Big Band directed by up and coming Teddy Smith.
See Chris and Pui from ‘Show Me Show Me’ live on stage!
Festival favourites, the Liberty Street Jazz Band and the Graham Watkins Quartet with Clare Hingott, return to join a glittering line up of more local and national talent guaranteed to send you home smiling. All this and ticket prices held at 2012 levels. Unmissable.
CBeebies’ favourite double act is bringing songs, rhymes, comedy sketches and lots of joining in for all the family.
Friday 5 April 7.30pm (at All Saints Church) Chris Dean Trio – tickets £10
See Incy, Humpty, the Grand Old Duke and – “oh my woolly word!” – Little Bo Peep and many other of your favourite characters live on stage.
Saturday 6 April 7.30pm (at Grand Pavilion) Kenny Ball and his Jazz Men – tickets £10 - £15 Weekend festival ticket £35 Please contact box office or visit www.porthcawl-jazz-festival.com for full programme details.
Sunday 14 April 11am & 2pm
You are invited to bring your teddies or favourite character toys but please hang on to them! Sing, laugh and join in with Chris and Pui.
Lunchtime Theatre: You And Me Both
www.chrisandpui.com Adults Children Family (4)
Thursday 4 April 1pm
£12.50 £10.50 £42
Fluellen Theatre • Written by Derek Webb Gareth and Daisy have been invited to stay for free in a holiday cottage by the owners, David and Fleur, who live next door. However Daisy and David have a secret, whilst Fleur has just received some worrying news from an unexpected quarter. The stage is set for another hilarious Derek Webb comedy.
106.3 Bridge FM
“Derek Webb consistently produces very funny and accessible comedies” South Wales Evening Post Tickets Soup and a bread roll (served in café bar)
£5 £3.50
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T'Pau
Oliver!
Pantomime December 2013
Thursday 25 April – Saturday 27 April 7.30pm Saturday matinee 2.30pm
Thursday 18 April 7.30pm 25th Anniversary Tour Featuring the vocals of Carol Decker, T'Pau were one of the most endearing bands of the late 80s – early 90s and had many hit singles and hit albums both in the UK and abroad. Now, twenty-five years since the band’s formation, T’Pau are embarking on a 25th Anniversary tour. Their best known single 'China In Your Hand' was at No 1 in the UK singles chart for five weeks while their album ‘Bridge of Spies’ got to No 1 in the album chart and went on to achieve quadruple platinum status. Other hits include ‘Heart And Soul’, ‘Secret Garden’ and ‘Valentine’. www.tpau.co.uk Tickets £16.50 - £18.50 Cons £15.50 - £17.50 Pre-show dining £9.95
Presented by PAODS Music, Lyrics and Book by Lionel Bart Produced for the Broadway stage by David Merrick and Donald Albery Nothing works on the stage like a well-crafted tale, and ‘Oliver!’ is just such a show. Opening in London’s New Theatre over 62 years ago and running for over 2,500 performances, ‘Oliver!’ is packed with wonderful songs such as ‘Food, Glorious Food’, ‘I’d do Anything’, ‘Where is Love?’, ‘As Long As He Needs Me’, and ‘Consider Yourself’. This wonderful musical vividly brings to life Dickens’ timeless characters with its ever-popular story of the boy who asked for more. Be the first to get your tickets so that you wont have to “pick a pocket or two” to get in. Tickets available from PAODS ticket hotline 01656 788148 and box office.
Join us for our spectacular family panto!
Forthcoming Thursday 9 May Derek Acorah Thursday 16 May We’ll Meet Again Thursday 23 May Lee Nelson Friday 24 May Joe Longthorne Thursday 6 - Saturday 8 June - Frank Vickery - A kiss on the bottom 106.3 Bridge FM
www.paods.co.uk @PAODStheatre
www.bridge.fm
PAODStheatre Tickets Cons
£11 - £13 £10 - £12
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Parties
Family Parties in the stage door suite Our smaller function room is a popular choice for parties and celebrations. The Stage Door suite can comfortably seat up to one hundred guests with purpose built stage and private bar facilities. It is ideal for any family celebration and we can provide the entertainment and catering. There is always high demand for the Stage Door suite so please reserve your dates early.
Please call Stuart or Mark on 01656 815995 or email: functions@grandpavilion.co.uk
For a wedding with a difference, The Grand Pavilion, with its unique features, makes the perfect venue. Whether you just want a reception to remember or the entire package, our friendly event coordinators will work with you to ensure your big day runs precisely to plan. 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. Following the ceremony, you and your guests can savour a mouth-watering menu, tailored to your exact taste and budget giving you and your guests a truly unforgettable day.
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Seating and how to book Cabaret seating (Theatre seating in balcony)
Theatre seating
Stage
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1 2
10
1 2
10
1 2
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X
BB 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 BB
CC 7 6 5 4 3 CC
DD 5 4 3 2 DD
Side Balcony
AA 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 AA
K 34 33 32 31 30 29 28 27 26 25 24 23 22 21 20 19 K 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 K L 34 33 32 31 30 29 28 27 26 25 24 23 22 21 20 19 L 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 L M 34 33 32 31 30 29 28 27 26 25 24 23 22 21 20 19 M 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 M
49 3 3 3 9 9 9 AA BB 48 47 17 45 CC 4 4 4 8 8 8 46 BB 18 44 45 45 19 43 11 7 6 5 CC 7 6 5 7 6 5 44 44 20 42 DD 12 8 43 43 21 41 13 DD 9 2 43 4 42 4 2 4 1 24 6 03 0 3 42 41 15 14 7 93 11 42 41 6 1 40 2 1 0 8 2 83 40 5 39 39 17 9 73 31 62 39 8 1 38 2 A 1 0 63 A 38 1 9 14 37 27 5 11 37 01 15 36 A 2 2 28 AA 38 37 36 35 34 33 32 31 30 29 B AA A 6 1 36 B 1 35 21 13 35 34 17 BB 14 34 18 CC BB 34 33 32 31 30 29 28 27 26 25 24 23 22 BB 15 33 19 16 32 CC 17 DD CC 33 32 31 30 29 28 27 26 25 24 23 22 21 20 CC DD
V
F 34 33 32 31 30 29 28 27 26 25 24 23 22 21 20 19 F 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 F
H 34 33 32 31 30 29 28 27 26 25 24 23 22 21 20 19 H 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 H
Circle
N 32 31 30 29 28 27 26 25 24 23 22 21 20 19 N 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 N AA
P 30 29 28 27 26 25 24 23 22 21 20 19 P 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 P
49 R 28 27 26 25 24 23 22 21 20 19 R 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 R AA BB 48 47 17 45 CC 46 BB 18 S 26 25 24 23 22 21 20 19 S 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 S 44 45 45 19 43 11 CC 44 44 20 42 DD 12 8 43 43 21 41 T 24 23 22 21 20 19 T 18 17 16 15 14 13 T 13 DD 9 2 43 4 42 4 2 4 1 24 6 03 0 3 42 41 15 14 7 93 11 42 41 6 1 40 2 1 0 8 83 40 5 7 12 39 39 9 73 62 39 81 13 38 2 A 1 0 4 6 A 38 1 9 1 37 27 35 11 37 01 15 36 A 2 2 28 AA 29 38 37 36 35 34 33 32 31 30 B AA A 6 1 36 B 1 35 21 13 35 34 17 BB 14 34 18 CC BB 34 33 32 31 30 29 28 27 26 25 24 23 22 BB 15 33 19 16 32 CC 17 DD CC 33 32 31 30 29 28 27 26 25 24 23 22 21 20 CC DD
BB 10 9 8 BB
AA
E 34 33 32 31 30 29 28 27 26 25 24 23 22 21 20 19 E 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 E
G 34 33 32 31 30 29 28 27 26 25 24 23 22 21 20 19 G 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 G
AA 16 15 14 AA
1 2 10 3 9 U 4 8 7 6 5
BB 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 BB
1 2 10 3 9 T 4 8 7 6 5
CC 7 6 5 4 3 CC
1 2 10 3 9 S 4 8 7 6 5
DD 5 4 3 2 DD
1 2 10 3 9 R 4 8 7 6 5
AA 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 AA
1 2 10 3 9 Q 4 8 7 6 5
K
BB 10 9 8 BB
1 2 10 3 9 P 4 8 7 6 5
AA 16 15 14 AA
1 2 10 3 9 N 4 8 7 6 5
BB 48 47 46 BB
1 2 10 3 9 M 4 8 7 6 5
AA 52 51 50 AA
7 6 5
1 2 10 3 9 L 4 8 7 6 5
1 2
DD 48 47 46 45 DD
BB 48 47 46 BB
AA 52 51 50 AA
3 4
9 8
CC 50 49 48 47 46 CC
7 6 5 10
B 31 30 29 28 27 26 25 24 23 22 21 20 19 B 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 B C 32 31 30 29 28 27 26 25 24 23 22 21 20 19 C 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 C D 34 33 32 31 30 29 28 27 26 25 24 23 22 21 20 19 D 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 D
AA 60 59 58 57 56 55 54 53 AA
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3 4
A 30 29 28 27 26 25 24 23 22 21 20 19 A 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 A
BB 55 54 53 52 51 50 49 BB
AA 60 59 58 57 56 55 54 53 AA
DD 48 4746 45 DD
CC 50 49 48 47 46 CC
BB 55 54 53 52 51 50 49 BB
9 8
1 2
Side Balcony
Side Balcony
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1 2 1 2 1 2 10 10 10 3 3 3 9 9 9 B 4 C 4 D 4 8 8 8 7 6 5 7 6 5 7 6 5 1 2 1 1 1 2 2 2 10 10 10 10 3 3 3 3 9 9 9 9 G 4 H 4 J 4 F 4 8 8 8 8 7 6 5 7 6 5 7 6 5 7 6 5
Side Balcony
Stage
1 2 10 3 9 A 4 8 7 6 5
Circle
Please note: The management may reserve rows if required
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 Friday and 10am - 5pm on Saturday. We are open at least one hour before every show and we remain open until the show commences. By post: Send a cheque payable to ‘BCBC’ to the Box Office. Please add £1 to have your tickets posted to you. Reservations: Reservations will be held for a maximum of five working days. Please note that within one week of the performance, reservations cannot be made. (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. Alternatively, tickets may be accepted for re-sale on the strict understanding that all Grand Pavilion (and Private Hire Events) tickets will be sold first and that re-sale can never be guaranteed. The original tickets must be returned to the Box Office for re-sale. An administration fee of £2 applies. Late arrivals: Every effort will be made to admit latecomers as soon as a suitable break occurs 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. Baby changing facilities are available in the accessible toilet, off the main foyer.
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: Concession prices apply to children in full time education and senior citizens. 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: Situated halfway between Cardiff and Swansea, leave the M4 at junction 37, and follow signs for Porthcawl. Tap CF36 3YW into your Sat Nav. Parking: There are two pay and display car parks within a short walking distance - Mary Street and Hillsboro Place off The Portway, both offering free parking after 6pm (correct at time of going to press). Data Protection: In order to process your booking, your contact details are stored on our Box Office system, however 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. 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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Spring 2013 - At a glance January 7.30pm
Thursday 17 - Saturday 19
7.30pm & Saturday matinee 2.30pm Calendar Girls
Winter Elegance Ball
Thursday 24
1pm
Lunchtime Theatre: Secrets
Thursday 24
8pm
The Sara Colman Trio
Wednesday 6 - Saturday 9
7.30pm
Jesus Christ Superstar
Monday 11
7pm
Art Talk - Jenny Vobe-Tancook
Thursday 14
8pm
Blue Rhondda
Friday 15
7.30pm for 8pm
Comedy - Jarlath Regan, Lucy Beaumont
Saturday 16
12pm
Brass Bands Championships
Thursday 21 - Saturday 23
7.30pm & Saturday matinee 2.30pm Tommy
February
Friday 15
A Knight with the Captains
Sunday 24
1pm & 3.30pm
Milkshake! Come Out to Play
Wednesday 27
7.30pm
You’re Having A Laugh!
Thursday 7
7.30pm
Banff Film Festival
Saturday 9
7.30pm
One Night in Vegas
Wednesday 13
7.30pm
Tick Tick Boom! The Musical
Thursday 14
8pm
Phil Dando Sextet
Friday 15
8pm
WitTank
Sunday 17
6pm
Sarah Burnell School of Dance
Monday 18
7pm
Art Talk - Ellie Young
Friday 22
7.30pm
Strauss Gala Concert
Saturday 23
8pm
Porthcawl Soul Club - Soul Night
Sunday 24
11am - 4pm
Wedding Fayre
Thursday 28
7.30pm
An Evening with Stars from ‘Strictly Come Dancing’
Sunday 31
2.30pm
The Elephant Bridesmaid
Thursday 4
1pm
Lunchtime Theatre: You And Me Both
Thursday 4
8pm
Lloyd Langford
Friday 5 - Sunday 7
7.30pm
Porthcawl Jazz Festival
Thursday 11
8pm
Afternoon in Paris
Sunday 14
11am & 2pm
Chris & Pui Roadshow
Monday 15
7pm
Art Talk - Lloyd Rowe
Thursday 18
7.30pm
T’Pau
Friday 19
7.30pm for 8pm
Comedy - Gareth Richards, Phil Wang
Thursday 25 - Saturday 27
7.30pm & Saturday matinee 2.30pm Oliver!
March Friday 1 - Sunday 3
Cwlwm Celtaidd
April
May Thursday 2
8pm
Amy Roberts Quintet
Thursday 23
7.30pm
Lee Nelson
Box Office: 01656 815995 • www.grandpavilion.co.uk
If you would like a copy of this brochure in Welsh please call the Box Office on 01656 815995.
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