WHAT’S ON 21 March - 17 April
John Partridge is Emcee in the new production of Cabaret coming to the Wales Millenium Centre on 24 March
PLAYS / FILM / PERFORMANCES 24 – 28 March
CABARET It’s 1931, Berlin is a haven of divine decadence, and the legendary Sally Bowles is about to take to the stage at the infamous Kit Kat Klub. The Tony Award-winning Cabaret features show-stopping choreography, dazzling costumes and those legendary classic songs including Money Makes The World Go Round. Donald Gordon Theatre, WMC; www.wmc.org.uk
27 March
DENIS & KATYA The compelling documentary opera follows the accounts of the
true story of 15-year-old Russian teenagers Denis Muravyov and Katya Viasova who, in November 2 6, lived their final hours watched by social media as they filmed while in the midst of a standoff with Russian Special Forces. Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama; www.rwcmd.ac.uk
31 March – 4 April
THE RED SHOES Matthew Bourne’s double Olivier award-winning smash hit production returns with its ballet within a ballet tale of obsession, possession and one girl's dream to be the greatest dancer in the world, which turns into a nightmare. See page 15 for more from Matthew Bourne. Donald Gordon Theatre, WMC; www.wmc.org.uk
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7 – 11 April
LADY CHATTERLEY’S LOVER When Clifford Chatterley returns from the war a wounded hero, his young bride Connie does her best to care for him. But neglected and alone, she instigates a love affair with the gamekeeper, Mellors, a relationship that bridges the social divide and challenges convention. Based on the book written by DH Lawrence, which when published in 1928, caused a huge scandal resulting in a trial New Theatre Cardiff e ea re ardiff
MUSIC / BANDS 29 March
CARDIFF POLYPHONIC CHOIR Handel’s thrilling setting of Psalm
110, Dixit Dominus – ‘the Lord said’comes from his early stay in Italy. Composed when he was only 22, it’s an exuberant showcase for the young man’s prodigious talent. The Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama; www.rwcmd.ac.uk
1 April
RODDY WOOMBLE The lead vocalist of indie rock band Idlewild – known for his enigmatic lyrics, warm baritone voice and consummate gift for a tune – has released five solo albums to date, enhancing his solid reputation as one of Scotland’s finest songwriters. Clwb Ifor Bach; www.clwb.net
6 April
PUSSYCAT DOLLS Multi-platinum pop sensation
