Broad Sheep March 13 by Broadsheep

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Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s On - Herefordshire & The Marches

Listing Magazine Scandal

EADERS of the highly esteemed Welsh Borders what’s on magazine ‘Broad Sheep’ were horriﬁed to be told on yesterday’s 6 o’clock news that a small portion of the dance listings were not in fact genuine, but actually details about Italian horse racing meetings. A ‘Broad Sheep’ reader complained to this newspaper “If I buy a Herefordshire, Shropshire and Mid Wales what’s on magazine I expect it to contain 100% local listings. I’ve got nothing against Italian horse racing ‘per se’, but I just don’t want it in my magazine”. A spokesperson from the magazine told our reporter “We’re sure this was an accidental one-off and we’re doing all we can to rectify the situation”.

Fake Listings traced to Albania

ODAY the whole Broad Sheep listing saga took on a much more sinister complexion when it was revealed that not only the Dance listings, but also bits of the Theatre and Film pages had been found to contain information about horse racing meetings and it seemed the meetings were in Albania! A worried spokesperson from the magazine tried to justify the mistake by explaining that ‘there were an awful lot of surplus race meetings in Albania that wouldn’t ﬁt in their own version of ‘Time Out’ and they were off-loading them onto the European market at knock-down prices”. However this stupid explanation did little to calm irate Broad Sheep readers. One such reader told us “I thought I was going to see Pentabus at Kingsland Village Hall and I ended up watching the 2.30 at a small track outside Tirana”. (The Albanian capital, you idiots.)

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Small Ads 4 Philosophy 6 Art 8 Art workshops 12 Cinema 18 Dance 22 Food 24 Music 26 Music workshops 38 Venues 39 Band directory 40 Theatre 42 Word 46 Green pages 50 Comp therapies 52 We take no responsibility for the veracity of the information herein

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South American Llama Horror

ESTERDAY at the Broad Sheep ofﬁces there were unpleasant scenes when the Editor in Chief came out onto the balcony to explain to an irate crowd the latest chapter in the listings saga. It seems they have been testing all the listings in the magazine and at least 75% of all sections bear little or no relationship to real events in the Borders. The majority are of Bolivian origin and chieﬂy about llama racing with the occasional Bolivian pipe music gig thrown in for good measure. The Editor attempted to calm the crowd by insisting that running a free listings magazine in the current economic climate meant he had to grab whatever listings he could. He claimed the Bolivian cocaine cartel had sold him the listings in good faith and had assured him they were from the South Shropshire Area. With the limited staff he had at his disposal, it was impossible to test the veracity of each and every email he received.

The Final Straw Bale

HE unpleasant Border Listings magazine episode has reached it’s ﬁnale. As many pundits had been predicting, Government testing discovered (to no ones surprise) that Broad Sheep was in fact 100% horse racing. A sheepish Editor told our reporter “I guess the game was up as soon as they spotted the fake dance listings. As a result I have been making plans for the future and have now renamed the magazine ‘Sheep & Hound’ and sold it lock, stock and barrel to Rupert Murdoch. With the proceeds, I have bought Hereford Racecourse and with the council’s blessing, I’m going to turn it into a non-stop, all year round Pop Festival and hippy market.”

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Cover pic: Amy Wadge, Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon - 16 March

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GUITAR LESSONS jazz, rock, funk, pop, metal. Finn Francis, diploma in music, gigging musician, Presteigne. T:07971 369845 E:finn_francis@yahoo.com JAZZ PIANO TUITION A specially created course for beginners through to intermediate level students. Also coaching for Associated Board jazz exams. Now taking students in Presteigne and surrounding area. Contact Simon Deeley, 07890 303681. Email simon.deeley@cooptel.net DRUM LESSONS @ KJM STUDIOS All styles covered, beginners welcome! For more info contact Andy on 07969 168921 or couchslouch_@hotmail.com FREE LESSON FOR BROAD SHEEP READERS! WANTED: GARAGING FOR CLASSIC CAR in or (very) near Presteigne. Must be secure, dry and if possible with electricity. Can rent long-term or buy the right property and would consider other storage options. Call Mark on 01544 260889. EXPERIENCE UKRAINE Fantastic opportunity to explore Ukrainian rural life and culture with native speaker and in a small group of 10-12 people staying with local families, visiting sustainable community projects, tasting organic cheese and listening to local music bands. Day trips and walks in virgin forests, trips to cultural centres, theatres and museums, workshops with local craft people. £800all inclusive (accommodation, daily food, trips entrance fees, workshops, guide) except transport to Ukraine. Dates: 29th June – 6th July. Please, contact Nataliya on 07963090838 or email: nataliya.cummings@gmail.com PRESTEIGNE.ORG.UK ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS FROM ONLY 50P PER WEEK 1000 direct unique hits per month, top of the page on Google when you type in Presteigne, all administrative work done by volunteers, project is not for profit. SUPPORT YOUR TOWN WEBSITE. Very cheap rates: 50p per week, or full page £1 per week. For more information go to Website Presteigne.org.uk, email jtennanteyles@gmail.com or Telephone James Tennant-Eyles on 01544 267363. VIOLIN LESSONS from qualified, experienced teacher. All ages and abilities. John Hymas, 01544 260220. PROOFREADING documents, books, publicity material, websites; AUDIO TYPING (send your MP3 file via email); COPY TYPING and editing (CVs, theses, no job too small). For professional and reliable work at reasonable rates contact Christina tel. 01432 853159 mob 07759978302 email cjfoxmoonfleet@gmail.com. HARMONY CLASSES Classically trained musician offers tuition for all ages and stages. Individual and group lessons to start in Presteigne in the spring. Expressions of interest to nicholasbenda@hotmail.com or 01544 260139. TWO BEAUTIFUL HOLIDAY PROPERTIES IN NEW RADNOR Sleep 10 & 14, both with wood-burners, hot tubs, trampolines and extensive grounds. Ideal for group holidays and family reunions. Full white linen service and 5* graded. Tel: 01544 350456. www.radnorhillsholidaycottages.com

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philosophy

Think Again, Mr Murphy

OT the slightest objection to wearing another man’s trousers, nor the faintest whiff of prejudice against people over six foot ten; and as for being introduced formally to the colonel of the regiment, no problem at all. Plus the icing on the cake, the fact that all of this was taking place in the East Berlin Opera House no less – well, what’s not to like? The subject of this month’s rickety rambling concerns something which should surely be a basic part of the National Curriculum, namely, a much neglected Law, yet a Law which touches all of us and which also raises some tricky philosophical questions. We’re all familiar, of course, with a whole shed-load of Laws: Faraday’s Law of Induction, Newton’s Law of Universal Gravitation, the ever-popular HagenPoiseuille Law of Fluid Dynamics, and who could forget Datton’s riveting Law of Partial Pressures? But what about the Law that overshadows them all? I refer, obviously, to Murphy’s Law. Or more specifically, the codicil - Murphy’s Revised Law. Murphy’s General Law states that ‘if something can go wrong, it will’. But his revised version is much bleaker: ‘if something can go wrong, you can be damn sure that it already has’. But back to the Opera House and a much-needed word of explanation. I had been invited to the opera in what was then East Berlin by an army friend whose work regularly took him through the Berlin Wall into the eastern sector. One small problem though: nothing suitable to wear. Nothing suitable, that is, for the incredibly posh evening that lay ahead. Ever-resourceful, my chum borrowed a full evening dress for me from a colleague, judging by the trousers, a colleague of at least six foot ten. Mr. Murphy was about to have a field day. The braces which chum had thoughtfully provided were worse than useless, since the trousers were more or less shoulder-length, thus the only way for me to keep said trousers up was to plunge both hands firmly into the pockets and leave them there, come what may. But Mr. Murphy knew a thing or two about trousers and shaking hands with colonels. Murphy’s Revised Law states quite clearly that ‘a man with both hands in his pockets is unable to greet the regimental colonel in any fashion that is recognized as acceptable in civilized society and recriminations will follow’. He was not wrong. Let us draw a veil over the grim proceedings except to say that I have not since ventured into an opera house, so traumatic was the experience. Murphy’s Laws raise the baffling question of whether we should be optimists or pessimists. Ought we to look on the bright side, or always assume the worst? A philosopher colleague was fond of pointing out to anyone he suspected of being a closet optimist that it’s best to remember that ‘when one door closes another

fall off its hinges’. Someone else of my acquaintance – who despite appearances was actually an optimist – used to cheer up morose people by telling them that things are never so bad that they can’t get just a bit worse. Murphy would have been proud of them both. One thing is for sure: whether you’re an optimist or a pessimist it’s alarmingly easy, even with the best motives in the world, to cause something grim to occur: which is why I am always somewhat nervous in the Oxford region. You see, a man scrambled onto my train seconds before it was due to leave Oxford station, asking me if it went to Moreton-in-Marsh. ‘No, this is the Birmingham train.’ He thanked me profusely for preventing him from making a ghastly mistake. ‘Nothing worse’, he said, ‘than getting on the wrong train’. Oh yes there is: causing someone to get off the right train. You’ve guessed it: ﬁrst stop: Moreton-in-Marsh. Not content with causing this poor man to get off the train he wanted, I was on a train I didn’t. And yes, things are never so bad that they can’t get a little worse. At Moreton station I asked what time was the next train from Oxford. ‘Not till 6.30 tomorrow morning.’ The look of gratitude on the man’s face as he leapt from the train in Oxford station lingers long in the memory. But was Murphy right? Do things always go wrong? Is pessimism the only viable option? For sure, if you are a professional pessimist you will never be disappointed, but you might just be pleasantly surprised. On the other hand, the twinkling optimist is likely to be clobbered on a fairly regular basis. Maybe the solution is to be neither. Simply wait and see what happens. Perhaps Murphy’s Law needs to be amended still further: ‘if something can go wrong, it just might’. Philosopher in Residence

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March events

Wednesday 6 March, 7.30pm

Jon Boden & the Remnant Kings

Live Shows

One of the Folk world’s hottest outﬁts. Concert ﬁrst, then a singaround afterwards with John and the Band. £16/£15. Fri March 8, 7.30pm

Inua Ellams - The 14th Tale Inua vividly recreates characters from his upbringing in deft and beautiful poetry, while challenging the audience’s expectations of what it is to be a young, black male in London today. An Edinburgh Fringe First winner. £10/£8.

Theatre for All

Thursday 14 March

Backgammon For Beginners

The story of an extraordinary life lived without a safety net, fusing drama, acrobatics, mime and music. This crew wowed us last time they appeared here. £10/£8. Spring offer – buy a ticket for Backgammon and get tickets for 14th Tale at half price. Friday 15 March, 7.30

The Roving Crows

OPEN MIC

Legendary for their high energy performances. Unique and uncontainable, an original Celtic vibe drawing inﬂuences from jazz, ska, folk, Klezmer and blues. *Winners of Top Celtic Rock Band and Top Fiddle Player at The Irish Music Awards 2012. £12/£10.

March ﬁlms

Midnight’s Children, Starbuck, The Impossible, Life of Pi, McCullin, Wreck-it Ralph, TinkerBell & the Secret of the Wings, Zero Dark Thirty, Sammy’s Great Adventure, Les Misérables, People (National Theatre screening) Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland (live screening, Covent Garden)

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art POWYS St Michael’s Church, Discoed, near Presteigne 01547 560246 Until 1 April ‘Last Supper’. 14 images by 14 artists, including JULIENNE BRAHAM, NICK BUSH, SIMON DORRELL, LOIS HOPWOOD, XAVIER HUGHES, CHARLES MacCARTHY, DAN MacCARTHY, TANIA MOSSE, ANDREA McLEAN, ALISON NEAL, SUSANNAH ROYLE, ANTHEA STILWELL, PETER STILWELL AND JANE TUDGE. All pictures are for sale, the commission going to St Michael’s Hospice, Bartestree. Open daily 10am-5pm. The Old School Gallery, Bleddfa Centre, near Knighton 01547 550377 30 March - 27 April ANN BROMLEY, ANDREW FARMER & JOHN RUXBURTON - photographs. Wed-Sun 2-5pm. www.bleddfacentre.com Museum of Modern Art, Machynlleth 01654 703355 Until 9 March ‘A Painter of His Own World, A Retrospective’. BALRAJ KHANNA. Until 9 March ‘Imagined Reality’. JOHN CHARLESWORTH. Until 9 March ANN WILLIAMS, MIKE LAXTON & EMILY HALL. Until 11 March WOLFGANG LAIB. 10 March - 24 June ‘Structure Brought to Light’. HENRI LABROUSTE Until 24 June ‘Abstract Generation: Now In Print’. Until 24 June ‘Wait, Later This Will Be Nothing’. Editions by DIETER ROTH. 1 March - 31 Jan 2014 ‘Applied Design’. 6 March - 13 Aug ‘Shadow & Light’. BILL BRANDT. Mon-Sat 10am-4pm. Minerva Arts Centre, Llanidloes SY18 6BY 01686 413467 16 March ‘The People Behind the Cloth’. Featuring TEXTILE TECHNIQUES, THE AFRICAN FABRIC SHOP, JOHN GILLOW, MARTIN CONLAN, SUSAN BRISCOE DESIGNS & LIZ BEASLEY - stitched, embroidered and woven textiles and artefacts from around the world. Open 10am-5pm. 30 March - 14 April ‘On the Edge’. FFEISTY FFELTERS & WYE SEVERN EMBROIDERERS. Open 10.30am-4.30pm.

The Thomas Shop, Maesyfed, Penybont, Llandrindod Wells 01597 851951 March Local arts and crafts, wool emporium, cafe, shop and museum. Open Fri - Sun 10am-5pm.

Radnorshire Museum & Gallery, Temple St, Llandrindod Wells 01597 824513 Until 1 April ‘Three Poets’. Byron, Shelley and Wordsworth’s visits to Radnorshire explored through literature and art by DAVID LEWIS & ALISTAIR TUCKER. Tues-Fri 10am-4pm, Sat 10am-1pm, Bank Holidays 10am-4pm. Shepherd’s Ice Cream Parlour, 9 High Town, Hay-on-Wye 01497 821898 Until mid March MIKE CRAMPTON - local artist, paintings in mixed media. 9.30am-5.30pm, daily. Wyeside Arts Centre, Builth Wells 01982 552555 Until 1 April ‘Three Poets’. Byron, Shelley and Wordsworth’s visits to Radnorshire explored through literature and art by DAVID LEWIS & ALISTAIR TUCKER. Tues - Sun 5.30pm-9pm. Oriel Davies Gallery, Newtown 01686 625041 Until 17 April ‘Lure’. HELEN SEAR - crossover between photography and ﬁne art. Until 17 April ‘Are You Sitting Comfortably...?’ Seeking submissions for new or existing works that represent tall tales, ﬁctional stories and/or old wives tales. Applicants must live within Wales and its borders. Open Mon-Sat 10am-5pm. Ivy House Gallery, Montgomery 01686 668746 March Local artists and locally produced crafts. Open daily 9am-5pm. Assembly Rooms, Presteigne 01544 260777 2 March Arts & Craft Fair. A wide selection of gifts made by local artisans. Open 9am-3pm. Tower House Gallery, 29 High St, Knighton 01547 529530 March ROGER BRADLEY - local landscapes. The India & China Tea Company. Refreshments available. Wed-Sat 9.30am-5pm, Sun 11am-4pm, closed Mon & Tues. The Andrew Lamont Gallery, Theatr Brycheiniog, Canal Walk, Brecon 01874 611622 Until 27 March BRECON WOMEN’S FESTIVAL. Mon-Sat 9.30am-5pm. The Gallery, Theatr Hafren, Newtown 01686 614555 March AYTON WEST - photographs and portraits of stage and performance, plus still life. Open theatre times.

The Workhouse Studio, Presteigne Industrial Estate 01544 267864 Interesting and unusual gifts for all. Plus rare antique carpets and kilims. Cafe. Tues-Sat 10am-4pm. HEREFORDSHIRE Dots Gallery, 41 Broad St, Bromyard, HR7 4BT 01885 483458 Original art, ceramics and jewellery. Plus bespoke picture framing service. Open Mon-Sat 10am-4pm. Tinsmiths, Tinsmith Alley, 8 High St, Ledbury 01531 632083 www.tinsmiths.co.uk 16 March - 13 April ‘Tile Art’. PAUL BOMMER, LUBNA CHOWDHARY, PATIA DAVIS, MARK DE LA TORRE, ANDREW McGAVA. Open Tues-Sat 10am-5pm. Hereford Cathedral 01432 374261 Mappa Mundi & Chained Library exhibition. Open Mon-Sat 10am-5pm, last admission 4.30pm. Tobias James Art & Framing Gallery, St Owen St, Hereford 07760 316959 March Works by local artists and from artists further aﬁeld. Lion Gallery, Broad St, Leominster 01568 611898 March DAVID MORTON - turned vessels art deco style. CRAIG SUMNER - fresh new paintings. Plus an eclectic mix of English arts and crafts. Mon-Sat 10am-5pm. Hereford Arts College, Folly Lane, Hereford 01432 273359 Until 27 March ALAN HAROLD - Extended Diploma in Art & Design student exhibition. Mon-Fri 9.30am-4.30pm. Hereford Museum & Art Gallery, Broad St., Hereford 01432 260692 9 March - 24 April ‘The Chase & The Ambush’. SALLY PAYEN exploring the riots of 2011. Meet the artist 16 & 19 March, 20 & 23 April. Open Tues-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 10am-4pm. Closed 29 March, closed Mon except 1 April. All Saints Church Cafe, Hereford 01432 370414 Until 9 March SMALL PRINT & SIAN THOMAS. 11 - 15 March GOLDEN VALLEY CRAFTS. 16 March LIZZIE MAY VINTAGE CLOTHING sale. 18 - 22 March JAN BISHOP 23 March Information event for National Carers Helpline. 1 - 9 April THE PEDLARS TRAY local arts and crafts. 8 & 9 April Local art exhibition. Open Mon-Sat 9.30am-5.30pm.

Andrew McGava, Tinsmiths, Ledbury

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Paul Bommer, Tinsmiths, Ledbury

Debbie Mason, Old Chapel Gallery, Pembridge

Mary Rose Young, Old Chapel Gallery, Pembridge

Roger Bradley, Tower House Gallery, Knighton

Market House Heritage Centre, Ross-on-Wye 01432 260675 March Various arts and crafts from local artists. Open Mon-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 10.30am-4pm. The Courtyard, Hereford 01432 340555 Until 7 April ‘Digital Dialogues’ DARREN WILLIAMS & JASON DAVIES. 12 April - 26 May STEVE BROOKS - paintings and drawings. 12 April - 26 May LAURA LUNN & SARAH MASKERY - oil paintings and acrylics. Throughout the year ALLOY JEWELLERS - exciting range of jewellery and silverware. Open theatre times. Parkfields Gallery, Ross-on-Wye 01989 565266 March New work by gallery artists. Open Mon-Sat 10am-5pm. Monnow Valley Arts, Middle Hunt House, Walterstone, Hereford, HR2 0DY 01873 860529 23 March - 21 April ‘Risen! Art of the Crucifixion & Eastertide’. An exhibition of works from the Methodist Church Collection of Modern Christian Art complemented by the work of contemporary artists. Open Wed - Fri 11am-5pm, weekends, including Easter 2-5pm. Mike Gell, Contemporary British Jewellery, 3 East Street, Hereford. 01432 278226 Jewellery, silverware and studio glass by more than 80 designers. Open Mon - Sat 10am-5pm. Worcester City Art Gallery & Museum, Foregate St, Worcester 01905 25371 Until 8 June ‘Treasure Me: Worcester’s Art Collection’. Until 18 May ‘About the Art Collection’. Discover the history behind the collection, see the earliest and most recently collected paintings. Until 8 June ‘Top 10 Treasures’. Until 8 June ‘My Generation’ Pictures from the fifties to the noughties. Open Tues-Sat 10.30am-4.30pm.

Old Chapel Gallery, Pembridge 01544 388842 3 March - end of April ‘Sing a Song of Sixpence’. New work by MARY ROSE YOUNG - pastels. JULIA MANNING - etchings. KAY LEVERTON scraperboards. MARGARET GARDINER - vapour-glazz ceramics. SHIRLEY VAUVELL - mixed media sculpture. GILL LAVERICK - porcelain jewellery. DEBBIE MASON - hand-painted glass panels. Mon-Sat 11am-5pm, Sun 11am-4pm.

Shellhouse Gallery, 36 Homend, Ledbury 01531 632557 2 March - 6 April NICKY ARSCOTT. Open Tues-Sat 10am-5pm.

30 March Easter Bazaar - a selection of vintage inspired stalls offering gifts, clothing, artwork and more. Open Tues - Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 9am-1pm.

Leominster Library, 8 Buttercross, Leominster 01432 383290 5 - 16 March PHILIP ROUSE - oil paintings. Open Sat 9.30am-4pm, Sun & Mon closed, Tues & Fri 9am-5.30pm, Wed & Thurs 9am-7.30pm.

The Old Surgery Gallery, 11 High St, Clun, Craven Arms 01588 640506 1 - 17 March SOPHIE BIGNALL; BRIAN FLETCHER; JACQUELINE FLETCHER; DAVID HARBAN; PAUL HIPKISS; PAULINE KITELEY; RUSSELL MORRIS; TIM NASH; KEITH POINTON; ANNA RAVENSCROFT; JOHN SCOTT MARTIN; NOEL SHEPHERDSON; ANN-MONIQUE STELLINGA; JACQUE WAKELY; DAVID WHITE AND GORDON YAPP. From 22 March open seven days a week; The JACQUELINE FLETCHER Exhibition accompanied by SOPHIE BIGNALL; DAVID HARBAN; PAUL HIPKISS; RUSSELL MORRIS; TIM NASH; ; ANNA RAVENSCROFT; JOHN SCOTT MARTIN; NOEL SHEPHERDSON; ANN-MONIQUE STELLINGA; JACQUE WAKELY; DAVID WHITE AND GORDON YAPP. 22 March Exhibition of locally made crafts including jewellery with semiprecious stones, ceramics, treen, silk and embroidery items.

Apple Store Gallery 3 Bridge St, Hereford 01432 378436 Until 23 March ‘Fine StART’ is an exhibition that’s showcases the work of Hereford College of Arts students in their second year FDA and BA(Hons) Fine Art degrees. The work of these creative individuals is engaging in its variety. Tues-Fri, 9.30am-4.30pm, Sat 10am-1pm. Other times by arrangement. SHROPSHIRE SpArC Teme Leisure, Bishop’s Castle 01588 630243 March ‘Lean on Me’ SHARON GRIFFIN - a new collection of portraits. Open Mon 4-9pm, Tues 7am- 9pm, Wed 4-9pm, Thurs 4-9pm, Fri 7am3pm, Sat CLOSED, Sun 10am-noon. The Edge Arts Centre, Much Wenlock 01952 728911 4 March - 8 April ‘InteriMA13’. MA ART & DESIGN STUDENTS FROM THE UNIVERSITY OF WOLVERHAMPTON - mixed media. Open Mon-Fri 9am-4pm and theatre times. The Brasserie, The Clive Restaurant, near Ludlow 01584 856565 March BRONTË WOODRUFF. Until 5 April VICKI NORMAN recent paintings. Open Mon-Fri 12-3pm, 6.30-9.30pm (last orders), Sat-Sun 12-9.30pm (last orders). Assembly Rooms, Ludlow 01584 878141 8 March - 3 May ‘Animals in Myth and Folklore’. MICHAEL LEACH & MARY O’LAND - wildlife photographs. Open theatre times. THEGALLERY, 32 High St, Bishop’s Castle 01588 630555 March Contemporary arts and crafts including glass, ceramics, metal and wood, textiles, paintings, prints and jewellery. Thurs-Sat 11am-5pm. The Hive, 5 Belmont, Shrewsbury 01743 234970 1 March ‘Conversation Pieces’. SVETLANA ELANTSEVA, CARLA BOULTON, ALEXEY GILAROV, VASILI ROCOV - mixed media paintings. 14 March - 19 April ‘Youthful Landscapes’.

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YOUNG ARTIST OF THE YEAR COMPETITION 2013 Theme: Imagine the world. Are you aged between 11-16 years old and have a passion for art? Hereford College of Arts in partnership with Hay Festival are looking for young, talented artists to win one of amazing prizes! Cllosing date 26th April. www.youngartcomp.blogspot.com PRINTMAKING AND CREATIVE WORKSHOPS Day, weekend and weekly courses in Lino cutting, Etching, Drypoint, Embossing and Monoprint. Courses also available in collage, papermaking and lefthanded knitting for beginners. Contact Rebecca Davis, Almeley, Herefordshire, atelier.r00@gmail.com 01544 340688. CREATIVE WILLOW Weekly classes exploring willow weaving techniques for basketmaking, garden structures and sculpture. Gladestry, Clyro and Builth Wells. Also one and two day workshops throughout the year. Mary Zammit, 01982 552072, mary@marywillowgarden.co.uk March, April & May SIDNEY NOLAN TRUST 7 March - Jake Hobson, The Art of Pruning. Assembly Rooms, 7pm, £5, students £3.

9 & 10, 16 & 17 March - Mould Making & Plastercasting Workshop. For any one with a clay head to cast. Castle Hill Pottery, Knucklas, £45 per day + £25 materials, 01547 529670. 15 March & 15 April - Book arts Workshop, ‘What is An Artist’s Book?’ A thought-provoking day-long workshop led by Lin Charlston. 17 March, 6 & 28 April, 18 May Introduction to Intaglio/Colour Inking/ Collagraph with tutor, Mike Clements, 4 days £120, 3 days £96, 2 days £68, 1 day £36. 11 & 12 April - Improvers’ Lithography with tutor Gini Wade, £70 for 2 days. 13 April - Coach Trip: David Nash at Kew Gardens, £20 per person, admission to Kew, £12.70. 8-10 May - Introduction to Lithography with tutor Gini Wade, £105 for 3 days, SNT members £90. Sidney Nolan Trust, The Rodd, Presteigne, 10am-4pm, £30, SNT members £25 for each day, 01544 260149. Sat 2 March INTRODUCTION TO JEWELLERY MAKING FOR ADULTS Workshop with Sara Withers. Suitable for complete beginners or those with a little experience. Glasbury Village Hall, 10.30am-4pm, £40/£25, 01497 847426. Glasbury Arts.

Sat 2 March PHOTOGRAPHY THROUGH THE SEASONS BY KEITH POINTON 10.30am – 4.30pm at Brynmawr Farm, Newcastle on Clun. A beginners course for those new to their camera or SLR’s. The course will cover how to use your camera, edit pictures on the computer and composition. Bring your camera, warm clothes and a packed lunch, hot drinks will be provided. Cost £70 Contact Jacky Harrison on 01588 630666 or jackyharrison51@hotmail.com.

Sat 2 & Sun 3 March - followed by six consecutive Thurs, ﬁnishing 11 April WEAVING FOR BEGINNERS Tutored by Liz Davies. Arts Alive Centre, Crickhowell, £80 for eight days weaving, including training, equipment and materials, 01874 611883. Until Thurs 14 March Y.ART! Exciting art project for young people 11-25 years old. Thursday 5-7pm at Teme Valley Youth Project, Wigmore.

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Fri 15 March DRAWING AND SKETCHING ANIMALS FROM LIFE BY EVA DUTTON For beginners and advanced artists to capture movement and the personality of the animal. Material needed includes sketch pads, pencils, pens or any medium that you feel comfortable with. Bring warm clothes. Bynmawr Farm, Newcastle on Clun. 10.30am4.30pm. Hot drinks and soup will be provided. Cost £50. 01588 630666 or jackyharrison51@hotmail.com.

Sat 16 March CUT LETTERS & EMBOSSING Expand your lettering skills. Tutor Mark L’Argent. Monkland Village Hall, 10am-4pm, £18 members, £21 visitors, 01885 483186. Marches Scribes. Wed 27 March BLOCK PRINTING WORKSHOP With Drusilla Cole. Printing on to paper and card. The Cadet Hall, Station Street, Bishop’s Castle, 10am-4pm. £40 including some materials. For booking and info: email druvcole@aol.com, 01588 638458, www.drusillacole. co.uk Sat 30 & Sun 31 March EASTNOR POTTERY POTTER’S WHEEL WORKSHOPS Spend the weekend relaxing and creating pots on the potter’s wheel. £190 includes all materials, refreshments and lunch. 01531 633886 or email admin@eastnorpottery.co.uk for more details. Tues 2 April ECO-FASHION WORKSHOP Spend a day with a fashion designer to create stunning pieces of textile art with recycled materials. Make stylish home and fashion accessories. For ages 8-13 year olds. The Hive, 5 Belmont, Shrewsbury, 10am-3.30pm, £17.50, 01743 234970.

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Mon 8 - Fri 12 April OFF THE WALL WORKSHOPS A two day papier maché workshop led by Ardyn Grifﬁn www.ardyngrifﬁn.co.uk Goodrich Village Hall, HR9 6HX Learn a new skill and meet other interesting people. No previous experience required. £60 for two days. All materials provided. Refreshments included, advance booking essential info@offthewallworkshops.org.uk / 01989 770776. ASSEMBLY ROOMS WORKSHOPS Sat - SmART, art and craft club for 8-14 years, 10.30am-12.30pm, £35 per term, Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 01584 878141.

WORKSHOPS BY THE RIVER WYE IN WOOLCRAFT From ﬂeece to item: including spinning, plant dyeing, weaving and felting. Also traditional Indian block printing with natural dyes. Workshops from April through till mid September. Jane Meredith on jane@plantdyedwool.co.uk, www. plantdyedwool.co.uk. 01981 590370. Mondays & Wednesdays KNITTING CLUB & CRAFT CLUB Trumpet Corner Tea Rooms, Trumpet Crossroads, Ledbury, £3 per session + materials if needed, 07813 350826. Wednesdays KNITTING GROUP At the Workhouse Cafe, Presteigne, 2-4pm, 10% discount on food and drinks. All welcome, 01544 267864.

Glasbury Arts Introduction to Jewellery Making for Adults workshop with Sara Withers Saturday 2 March 2013 Glasbury Village Hall 10.30am-4pm Sara is the author of eight books of bead jewellery projects. The workshop has 12 places for would be jewellers, and is suitable for complete beginners or those with a little experience. Ticket Prices £40 (full price) £25 (Concessions for under18’s, students, unwaged and over 60’s).

Street Dance workshops for young people with 2Faced Dance Company Saturday 9 March 2013 Glasbury Village Hall

The Company is a pioneering dance company producing dance works that fuse athletic contemporary dance with hip-hop elements and have performed on a world stage. Two workshops, 7-11 year olds 11am to 12.30pm; 12+ 1.30pm to 3pm Ticket price £7.00

Annual Art Lecture (Postponed from January) Sarah Siddons: Her life and portraits – lecture by William Gibbs with actress Caroline Mitchell Saturday 23 March January 2013 Glasbury Village Hall 10.30am to 2pm

The 18th century Brecon born actress Sarah Siddons was widely painted by the leading artists, including Gainsborough. The lecture will be illustrated with some of the 250 pictures of her as woman and actress. 10.30-11am – coffee/tea • 11am-12.30pm – lecture • 12.30-2pm – buffet lunch

Will & Lottie O’Leary Upper House, Knucklas, Knighton, Powys

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Free Transport available between Hay and venue, must be booked in advance on 01497 847426 Ticket prices £16(full price)/£13(Concessions for under 18’s, students, unwaged and over 60’s) – price includes coffee, lunch and a glass of wine. Tickets: by telephone on 01497 847426; in person at Old Forest Arts,The Craft Centre, Hay-on-Wye; or by email to boxofﬁce@glasburyart.co.uk

cinema BORDERLINES FILM FESTIVAL Runs from 1st to 17th March. Each year the Borderlines Film Festival, the largest rural film festival in the UK, centred on Hereford’s Courtyard Arts Centre but also spread across numerous venues in Herefordshire, Shropshire and Powys, brings us a vast selection of new and old films. See also the comprehensive website at www.borderlinesfilmfestival.co.uk.

ABERGAVENNY FILM SOC. 13 March LA SOURCE DES FEMMES (THE SOURCE) (15) 27 March LE GAMIN AU VELO (THE KID WITH A BIKE) (12A) The Melville Theatre, Drama Centre, Pen-y-Pound, Abergavenny, 7.30pm, doors open 6.45pm, 01874 623166.

ASSEMBLY ROOMS, LUDLOW 1 - 7 March THE IMPOSSIBLE (12A) 4 & 5 March MIDNIGHT’S CHILDREN (12A) 5 & 18 March STARBUCK (15) 7 March YOU WILL BE MY SON (12A) 8 & 9 March THE IMPOSSIBLE (12A) 8 - 21 March SONG FOR MARION (PG) 11 - 13 March LIFE OF PI (PG) 15 March MYSTERY FILM! Bringing back one of your favourite ﬁlms 19 & 21 March MCCULLIN (15) 22 March PEOPLE National Theatre live 23 & 27 March ZERO DARK THIRTY (15) 28 March ALICE’S ADVENTURES IN WONDERLAND Royal Opera House live. 29 & 30 March, 1 - 6 April LES MISERABLES (12A) 30 March, 1 - 3 April WRECK IT RALPH (PG) 4 - 6 April SAMMY’S GREAT ESCAPE (U) Details 01584 878141

BISHOP’S CASTLE FILM SOC. 6 March DREAM OF LIGHT 20 March THE ANGELS’ SHARE 3 April GOODBYE FIRST LOVE Three Tuns, Bishop’s Castle, 8pm. Join £35, £17.50 students. Guests £4/£2. Details 01588 680445

BOOTH’S BOOKSHOP, HAY 2 March SIGHTSEERS (15) 3 March QUARTET (12A) 17 March HITCHCOCK (12A) Booth’s Bookshop Cinema, Hay-on-Wye 01497 820322

BRECON FILM SOCIETY

4 March ALBERT NOBBS 8 April THE ANGELS’ SHARE At Brecon Coliseum Cinema. Doors open at 7.15pm, start at 7.30pm 01874 623166

CONQUEST, BROMYARD

1 March MOONRISE KINGDOM (12A) 9 March TO ROME WITH LOVE (12A) 17 March BEASTS OF THE SOUTHERN WILD (12A) 5 April HOPE SPRINGS (12A) All at 8pm. Details 01885 488575.

COURTYARD, HEREFORD 1 & 2 March BABETTES FEAST (U) 1 & 4 March BARBARA (12A) 1 & 2 March SIGHTSEERS (15) 1 March CHRIS MENGES IN CONVERSATION Borderlines, 8.15pm 2 March ELENA (12A) 2 March PARSIFAL by Wagner - Met Opera live 3 & 6 March MIDNIGHT’S CHILDREN (12A) 3 & 5 March 5 BROKEN CAMERAS (15) 3, 5 & 12 March STARBUCK (15) 3 & 4 March HOLY MOTORS (18) 3 & 15 March THE LODGER Introduced by Bryony Dixon. Restored Hitchcock silent ﬁlm with recorded soundtrack by Nitin Sawhney. 4 & 5 March KES (U) 4 & 11 March SEVEN PSYCHOPATHS (15) 4 & 6 March SISTER (15)

4 & 7 March MY BROTHER THE DEVIL (15) 4 & 5 March QUARTET (12A) 4, 5, 7 & 9 March LIFE OF PI (PG) 4 - 8 March QUARTET (12A) 5 March THE HUNT (15) 5 March THE CONFORMIST (15) 5 & 6 March SILVER LININGS PLAYBOOK (15) 6 March BLACKMAIL Hitchcock silent movie, Stephen Horne accompanist. 6 March MCCULLIN (15) 6 March CAN YOU SEE ME? Premiere of a powerful and compelling new ﬁlm that explores teenage relationship abuse. Rural Media Company. 6 & 9 March THE THREE BURIALS OF MELQUIADES ESTRADA (15) 7 March AMARCORD (15) 7 March A LIAR’S AUTOBIOGRAPHY: THE UNTRUE STORY OF MONTY PYTHON’S GRAHAM CHAPMAN (15) Plus meet the directors. 8 March A WORLD APART (PG) 8 March SHADOWLANDS (U) 8 March CHASING ICE (12A) 8 & 9 March IN THE HOUSE (15) 8 & 10 March WHAT RICHARD DID (15) 8 & 13 March THE SESSIONS (15) 9 March THE IMPOSSIBLE (12A) 9 March BICYCLE THIEVES (U) 9 & 10 March VILLAGE AT THE END OF THE WORLD (PG) 10 March THE SUN-BEATEN PATH (PG) 10 March CARAVAN OF SOUNDS 10 March SIR DEREK JACOBI On Stage and screen with Francine Stock. 10 March LOVE IS THE DEVIL (18) 10 March TONY MANERO (18)

THE HUNT Here in Film Soc. Corner we love a good, moody psycho-drama, especially if it’s Scandinavian, and Thomas (FESTEN) Vinterberg’s THE HUNT ticks all the boxes. It’s a disturbing account of a teacher falsely accused of sexual abuse by his best friend’s daughter, 5 year-old Klara (an extraordinary Anna Wedderkopp), and the mounting hysteria that ensues. Mads Mikkelsen won Best Actor at Cannes 2012 playing the initially incredulous but ultimately enraged Lucas, a newly divorced supply teacher who despite Klara’s retractions is viliﬁed, ostracised and then arrested only to have the evidence exposed as patently phony. But that doesn’t end his ordeal for, as if in denial of their own guilt, the community continues to punish him and his loyal son, Marcus (Lasse Fogelstrøm) with often violent consequences and a masterful ﬁnal twist.

SIGHTSEERS An unlikely amalgam of Mike Leigh’s NUTS IN MAY and Terence Malick’s BADLANDS, director Ben Wheatley’s third film finds mousy Brummie Tina (Alice Lowe)eagerly embarking on a caravan holiday with creepily considerate new boyfriend Chris (Steve Oram), whose exacting schedule embraces such cultural enticements as Derwent’s Pencil Museum and Crich Tramway Village. At the latter, Chris deliberately reverses his caravan over a serial litterbug, thus launching his career as a serial killer. Initially horrified, Tina finds herself sexually aroused by Chris’s casual homicide, something quickly fulfilled aboard their bouncing love-wagon. Further deaths occur just because Chris wants “to be feared and respected. It’s not too much to ask from life, is it?” Co-scripted by its lead players, SIGHTSEERS melds the British passion for holiday discomfort with equally uneasy aspects of damaged humanity, and to hilarious effect. All reviews by Mark Williams 10 March THE LAST PROJECTIONIST (12A) 11 March SHORT FILMS Herefordshire Media Network - Supporting new and local talent. 11 March BULLHEAD (18) 11 March ROADKILL Created by young participants of the Shoot Out Summer School with film professionals. Rural Media Company. 11 March JIRO DREAMS OF SUSHI (PG) 11 March GETTING CLOSE & A LETTER EVERY DAY Hereford Media Network - supporting new & local talent. 11 March POST TENEBRAS LUX (18) 11 & 12 March TU SERAS MON FILS (ctbc) 11 & 12 March THE KILLING FIELDS (15) 12 March POST MORTEM (15) 12 March HEREFORDSHIRE ON FILM 12 & 13 March SIDE BY SIDE (15) 12, 15 & 16 March ZERO DARK THIRTY (15) 13 March PSYCHO (15) 13 & 14 March WADJDA (12A) 13 & 14 March NO (15) 14 March AURORA (12A) 14 & 17 March TESS (12A) 15 March WAR WITCH (15) 15 - 17 March HITCHCOCK (12A) 15 & 17 March A LATE QUARTET (15) 16 March FRANCESCA DA RIMINI Met Opera live. 16 & 17 March I WISH (PG) 17 March THE SPIRIT OF ‘45 (PG) Details 01432 340555.

1 March TO ROME WITH LOVE (12A) Dorstone VH 01981 550451 1 March GINGER AND ROSA (12A) Dilwyn Cedar Hall 1 March THE DECOY BRIDE (12A) Cound Guildhall 01743 761451 1 March A CAT IN PARIS (PG) Clungunford Parish Hall 01588 660126 1 March ANNA KARENINA (12A) The Simpson Hall, Burghill 01432 760816 1 March ANNA KARENINA (12A) Clun Memorial Hall 01588 640254 1 March SKYFALL (12A) Cawley Hall, Eye 01568 615836 1 March TWO MEN WENT TO WAR (PG) Fownhope Memorial VH 01432 860717 1 March SKYFALL (12A) Cawley Hall, Eye 01568 615836 1 March A ROYAL AFFAIR (2012) (15) All Stretton VH 01694 723378 2 March MONSIEUR LAZHAR (12A) Moccas VH 07776 121956 2 March MONSIEUR LAZHAR (12A) Brilley VH 01544 327227 2 March GINGER AND ROSA (12A) Playhouse Cinema, Community Centre, Leominster 01568 612583 2 March BEASTS OF THE SOUTHERN WILD (12A) St Mary’s Hall, Ross-on-Wye 01989 720341 2 March BEASTS OF THE SOUTHERN WILD (12A) Market Theatre, Ledbury 01432 383666 2 March ONCE UPON A TIME IN ANATOLIA (15) Garway VH 01600 750465

2 March BEASTS OF THE SOUTHERN WILD (12A) WRVS Hall, Hereford 2 March SALMON FISHING IN THE YEMEN (12A) Withington Parish Room 01743 709236 3 March AFRICAN CATS (U) Bedstone & Hopton Castle VH 01547 530282 3 March THE MAN WHO FELL TO EARTH (18) Market Theatre, Ledbury 01531 631338 4 March BEASTS OF THE SOUTHERN WILD (12A) Playhouse Cinema, Community Centre, Leominster 01568 612583 4 March ANNA KARENINA (12A) Cawley Hall, Eye 01568 615836 4 March UNTOUCHABLE 915) Church Stretton School 01694 724330 4 March BEASTS OF THE SOUTHERN WILD (12A) Edge Arts Centre, Much Wenlock 01952 728911 5 March ANNA KARENINA (12A) Escleyside Hall, Michaelchurch Escley 01981 510696 5 March THE IMPOSTER (15) Acton Scott VH 01694 781260 5 March THE HUNTER (15) Playhouse Cinema, Community Centre, Leominster 01568 612583 6 March MAO’S LAST DANCER (12A) Cardington VH 01694 771295 6 March THE SAPPHIRES (PG) Moccas VH 07776 121956 6 March MAO’S LAST DANCER (12A) Cardington VH 01694 771295 7 March MONSIEUR LAZHAR (12A) Brilley VH 01544 327227 7 March THE IMPOSTER (15) Community Centre, Leominster 01568 612583 7 March 7 DAYS IN HAVANA (15) Incorporating shorts, offers seven fascinating stories. Market Theatre, Ledbury 01531 631338 7 March MOONRISE KINGDOM (12) Gorsley VH 01989 720358 7 March THE SAPPHIRES (PG) Pudleston VH 01568 760606 7 March UNTOUCHABLE (15) SpArC, Bishop’s Castle 01588 630243. 8 March A ROYAL AFFAIR (15) Market Theatre, Ledbury 01531 631338 8 March THE SAPPHIRES (PG) Community Centre, Leominster 01568 612583 8 March MOONRISE KINGDOM (12) Bodenham Parish Hall 01568 797451 8 March THE IMPOSTER (15) Market Theatre, Ledbury 01531 631338 9 March BEASTS OF THE SOUTHERN WILD (12A) Chapel Lawn VH 01547 530530 9 March BEST EXOTIC MARIGOLD HOTEL (12) Tibberton VH 01952 550582

THE IMPOSSIBLE Plots don’t come much more dramatic than a tidal wave sweeping the main characters into a chaotic battle for survival, in this case the 2004 Boxing Day tsunami that devastated Thailand’s coastline. In a visually staggering tourde-force, Henry (Ewan McGregor), Maria (Naomi Watts) and their three young boys are separated by the mountain of water crushing their hotel, the eldest of whom, Lucas, (Tom Holland, the original BILLY ELLIOT), manages to find his badly injured mum. His desperate efforts to get help are matched by Henry’s search for his family, a quest increasingly hindered by over-stretched authorities trying to cope with the tsunami’s physical and human wreckage. Director Juan Antonio Bayona’s first English-language film is a tense, affecting account of hope overcoming huge adversity, made especially compelling by uniformly stirring performances.

9 March ANNA KARENINA (12A) Lady Emily Hall, Tarrington 01432 890720 9 March A ROYAL AFFAIR (2012) (15) Moccas VH 07776 121956 10 March RUST AND BONE (15) Community Centre, Leominster 01568 612583 10 March GINGER AND ROSA (12A) Leintwardine Community Centre 07973 746223 10 March WHERE DO WE GO NOW? (12A) St Mary’s Hall, Ross-on-Wye 01989 720341 11 March TO ROME WITH LOVE (12A) Cawley Hall, Eye 01568 615836 11 March ANNA KARENINA (12A) The Edge Arts Centre, Much Wenlock 01952 728911 12 March RUST AND BONE (15) SpArC, Bishop’s Castle 01588 630243. 12 March OUTSIDE BET (12A) Ashford Carbonell VH 01584 831574 12 March ANNA KARENINA (12A) St Mary’s Hall, Ross-on-Wye 01989 720341 12 March THE SAPPHIRES (PG) Much Birch Community Hall 01981 580298 12 March WHERE DO WE GO NOW? (12A) Garway VH 01600 750465 13 March ANNA KARENINA (12A) Hope Bowdler VH 01694 723648 13 March HOPE SPRINGS (12A) Market Theatre, Ledbury 01531 631338 14 March ANNA KARENINA (12A) SpArC, Bishop’s Castle 01588 630243. 15 March IN THE LOOP Little Wenlock VH 01952 505888 15 March MONSIEUR LAZHAR (12A) Bedstone & Hopton Castle VH 01547 530282 15 March GINGER AND ROSA (12A) All Stretton VH 01694 723378 15 March RUST AND BONE (15) Clungunford Parish Hall 01588 660126

15 March ONCE UPON A TIME IN ANATOLIA (15) Market Theatre, Ledbury 01531 631338 15 March SKYFALL (12A) Dilwyn Cedar Hall 01544 319363 15 March HOPE SPRINGS (12A) Dorstone VH 01981 550451 15 March UNTOUCHABLE (2011) Ewyas Harold Memorial Hall 01981 240565 15 March MONSIEUR LAZHAR (12A) Bosbury Parish Hall 01531 640415 15 March MOONRISE KINGDOM (12) The Simpson Hall, Burghill 01432 760816 16 March THE WEDDING VIDEO (15) Everest Hall, Llanfair Waterdine 01547 510625 16 March OUTSIDE BET (12A) Trefonen VH 01691 657011 16 March THE HELP (12A) Bayston Hill Memorial Hall 01743 247933 16 March HOPE SPRINGS (12A) Cleobury Mortimer Parish Hall 01299 270830 16 March TO ROME WITH LOVE (12A) St Mary’s Hall, Ross-on-Wye 01981 720341 16 March SKYFALL (12A) Yarpole VH 01568 780253 16 March TO ROME WITH LOVE (12A) Community Centre, Leominster 01568 612583 16 March SAMSARA (12A) Garway VH 01600 750465 16 March A ROYAL AFFAIR (2012) (15) Lady Emily Hall, Tarrington 01432 890720 17 March SAMSARA (12A) Community Centre, Leominster 01568 612583 17 March BEASTS OF THE SOUTHERN WILD (12A) Leintwardine Community Centre 07973 746223 18 March KILLER JOE (18) The Edge Arts Centre, Much Wenlock 01952 728911

20 March SKYFALL (12A) Myddle VH 01939 291030 20 March THE SAPPHIRES (PG) Pencombe Parish Hall 01885 400611 20 March MOONRISE KINGDOM (12) Escleyside Hall, Michaelchurch Escley 01981 510696 21 March PEOPLE National Theatre live. SpArC, Bishop’s Castle 01588 630243. 21 March PEOPLE National Theatre live. Aston on Clun VH 01588 660545 21 March PEOPLE National Theatre live. The Edge Arts Centre, Much Wenlock 01952 728911 21 March IN LOVE WITH ALMA COGAN (12A) Claverley VH 01746 710528 21 March SKYFALL (12A) Kinnerley Parish Hall 01691 682282 21 March THE IDES OF MARCH (15) Gorsley VH 01989 720358 22 March SKYFALL (12A) Stoke Prior VH 01568 760326 22 March SKYFALL (12A) Priest Weston VH 01938 561425 22 March UNDERTAKING BETTY (12) Little Dewchurch VH 01432 840421 23 March PROMETHEUS (15) Chapel Lawn VH 01547 530530 23 March GREAT EXPECTATIONS (2012) Aston on Clun VH 01588 660545 23 March SKYFALL (12A) Clun Memorial Hall 01588 640254 23 March MONSIEUR LAZHAR (12A) Ryton VH 01743 718237 23 March AMOUR (12) Moccas VH 07776 121956 25 March SHADOW DANCER (15) The Edge Arts Centre, Much Wenlock 01952 728911 26 March SIGHTSEERS (15) Acton Scott VH 01694 781260 28 March BEASTS OF THE SOUTHERN WILD (12A) Goodrich VH 01600 890609 28 March MONSIEUR LAZHAR (12A) Almeley VH 01544 327195 28 March ALICE’S ADVENTURES IN WONDERLAND Royal Ballet live. Market Theatre, Ledbury 01432 383663 28 March HOPE SPRINGS (12A) Bagley Social Club 07773 983963 29 March SKYFALL (12A) Market Theatre, Ledbury 01531 631338 29 March ANNA KARENINA (12A) Bodenham Parish Hall 01568 797451 30 March GREAT EXPECTATIONS (2012) (12A) Cawley Hall, Eye 01568 615836 3 April MADAGASCAR 3: EUROPE’S MOST WANTED (PG) Market Theatre, Ledbury 01531 631338 5 April WATER (12) Market Theatre, Ledbury 01531 631338

5 April SKYFALL (12A) Clungunford Parish Hall 01588 660126 5 March GAMBIT (12A) Cound Guildhall 01743 761451 5 April PIRATES! ADVENTURE WITH SCIENTISTS (U) The Simpson Hall, Burghill 01432 760816

MONTGOMERY MOVIE CLUB 10 March ANNA KARENINA 24 March UNTOUCHABLE The Dragon Hotel, Montgomery, 8pm. 01686 668442

OLD MKT. HALL, SHREWS. 1 - 7 March THE IMPOSSIBLE (12A) 8 - 21 March SONG FOR MARION (PG) 22 - 28 March LINCOLN (12A) 29 March - 14 April WRECK IT RALPH (PG) 29 March - 4 April LIFE OF PI (PG) 5 - 11 April ZERO DARK THIRTY (15) Details 01743 281281

PRESTEIGNE FILM SOC. 1 March BEASTS OF THE SOUTHERN WILD Fundraiser 8 March RUST AND BONE (15) 22 March PREMIUM RUSH (12A) 12 April BARBARA (12A) Assembly Rooms, Presteigne, 8pm, 01544 370202 or 01544 260577

REGAL CINEMA, TENBURY 4 & 5 March THE IMPOSSIBLE (12A) 4 - 6 March GAMBIT (12A) 6 March SILVER LININGS PLAYBOOK (15) 11 - 13 March LES MISERABLES (12A) 16 March RUBY SPARKS (15) 18 - 20 March LINCOLN (15) 25 March DJANGO UNCHAINED (18) 26 & 27 March QUARTET (12A) 28 March ALICE’S ADVENTURES IN WONDERLAND Royal Opera House live. 30 March ALICE IN WONDERLAND (1951) (U) 1 & 2 April WRECK IT RALPH (PG)

1 - 3 April LIFE OF PI (PG) 8 April FLIGHT (15) 8 & 10 April SAMMY’S GREAT ESCAPE (U) 9 & 10 April HITCHCOCK (12A) Regal Cinema, 47 - 49 Teme Street, Tenbury Wells. Details 01584 811442

SAVOY THEATRE, MONMOUTH 2 March PARSIFAL Met Opera live. 16 March FRANCESCA DA RIMINI Met Opera live. 21 March PEOPLE National Theatre live. A new play by Alan Bennett. Savoy Theatre, Monmouth, 01600 772467

THE SCREEN AT HAY 1 March THE SKIN I LIVE IN (15) 5 April PATHER PANCHALI (U) Richard Booth’s Bookshop Cinema, Brook St, Hay-on-Wye, 7.30pm for 8pm. Details 01497 831189

SHREWSBURY FILM SOC. 8 March MONSIEUR LAZHAR 22 March MAN WITH A MOVIE CAMERA Plus an additional screening of Night Mail 5 April THE SKIN I LIVE IN The Hive, Shrewsbury, 8pm, 01743 234970 or email shrewsburyﬁlmsociety@gmail.com

WEOBLEY CINEMA

20 March THE HUNT Hopelands, Weobley Village Hall, Weobley. Sunday ﬁlms - doors open at 1.45pm, start at 2pm. Wednesday ﬁlms - doors open at 7pm, start at 7.30pm. Details 01544 318322

WYESIDE, BUILTH WELLS 1, 3 & 5 March HYDE PARK ON HUDSON 1, 6 & 7 March DJANGO UNCHAINED 2 March PARSIFAL by Richard Wagner. the Met Opera live, 5pm. 2 & 3 March LES MISERABLES

6 & 7 March A LIAR’S AUTOBIOGRAPHY: THE UNTRUE STORY OF MONTY PYTHON’S GRAHAM CHAPMAN 8 - 10, 12 - 14 March CLOUD ATLAS 13 & 14 March HITCHOCK 15 - 17, 19 - 21 March BEAUTIFUL CREATURES 16 March FRANCESCA DI RIMINI Metropolitan Opera live. 15 & 20 March FLIGHT 21 March PEOPLE National Theatre live. A new play by Alan Bennett. 22 - 25 March SONG FOR MARION 23 March PSYCHO 28 March THE ADVENTURES OF ALICE IN WONDERLAND Royal Opera House live. 30 & 31 March OZ THE GREAT & THE POWERFUL 3D Details 01982 552555

WORKSHOPS

Tues 9 April ANIMATION WORKSHOP Explore digital and stop-frame techniques. Produce your own plasticine characters and colourful sets. For ages 8-13 year olds. the Hive, 5 Belmont, Shrewsbury, 10am-3.30pm, £17.50, 01743 234970. Wednesdays INTERMEDIATE FILM MAKING Aimed for those with slightly more advanced skills than beginners. The Courtyard, Hereford, 5-7pm, £70 per term, 01432 340555. Thursdays BEGINNER FILM MAKING CLUB Learn to direct, edit and even star in your own short ﬁlm. The Courtyard, Hereford, 5-7pm, £70 per term, 01432 340555.

dance Dance Performance

Sun 3 March CREATED BY DANCEFEST A stunning evening of choreography featuring performances by youth dance companies and schools across the region, alongside professionals to create new dance work. Swan Theatre, Worcester, 7pm, £7/£5, 01905 611427. Tues 5 March COPPELIA MOSCOW BALLET. Could love between a doll and a human be for real... or is it just a fairy tale? Imagination with passion, humour and magic of the ballet. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £23/£21, 01743 281281. Thurs 7 March TRANSITIONS DANCE COMPANY Twelve of the best young dancers from across the world will perform a mixed bill of choreography devised by international artists; Lauri Stallings, Tom Dale and Augusto Corrieri. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 8pm, £14, students £7, 01743 281281. Thurs 7 March OUT OF HIS SKIN 2FACED DANCE COMPANY. Using their trademark urban contemporary language. Unpredictable, ﬁerce, visceral and tender, the country’s leading all male contemporary company explores society’s obsession with the extreme and reminds us what it means to just be normal. Theatr Hafren, Newtown, 7.45pm, £10/£8, 01686 614555. Wed 13 & Sat 30 March RUSSIAN COSSACKS

Sat 23 March EKALYA SONIA SABRI COMPANY. Kathak is an exhilarating dance form; an astounding display of precise footwork, eloquent gesture, rapid turns and intricate rhythms. Wem Town Hall, 7.30pm, £9/£7, 01939 238279. Arts Alive. Sun 24 March DANCE FOR ALL MARGARET MORRIS MOVEMENT. A dance spectacular for all ages and abilities. The Edge Arts Centre, Much Wenlock, 2pm, £8, 01952 433738. Tues 26 & Wed 27 March MOLE IN A HOLE JIGSAW 2013 PRODUCTION. Jigsaw is a biennial integrated dance project led by Dancefest in collaboration with The Music Pool. The performance by dancers with and without disabilities is the culmination of 11 weeks working with schools and groups thoughout Herefordshire. The Courtyard, Hereford, 7.30pm, £9/£6, family £25, 01432 340555. Wed 27 March GET BOYS DANCING POWYS DANCE. Powys schoolboys and their teachers show that there’s more to dance than meets the eye. Theatr Hafren, Newtown, 2pm, free, 01686 614555. Thurs 28 March 5 X 60 DANCE FESTIVAL LLANDRINDOD WELLS & BUILTH WELLS HIGH SCHOOLS. With help from local companies and encompassing a range of styles, a day for young people to learn, explore and perform dance. Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 01874 611622.

RUSSIAN STATE DANCE ENSEMBLE. The Cossacks’ ﬁery dances and songs are as true and honest as the souls of their country folk. 13 March - Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 8pm, £18.50/£16.50, 01874 611622. 30 March - The Courtyard, Hereford, 7.30pm, £19.50/£18.50, 01432 340555. Wed 13, Fri 15 - Sun 17 March WENLOCK OLYMPIAN LIVE ARTS FESTIVAL 2013 Music, Creative Writing and Dance. For more information and entry forms go to www.wenlock-olympian-society.org. uk/live-arts. The Edge Arts Centre, Much Wenlock, 01952 728911.

Thurs 21 March FREEDOM JASMIN VARDIMON COMPANY. Exploring notions of what keeps our imagination free, this production promises physicality and detailed characterisation. Performed by a versatile company of international dancers. Suitable for ages 14+. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £15.50-£13.50, students £10, 01743 281281.

Get Boys Dancing

Dance Workshops

Single listings are free. Year round entries £40 Sat 9 March STREET DANCE WORKSHOP FOR YOUNG PEOPLE With 2Faced Dance Company. 11am-12.30pm for 7-11 year olds. 1.30pm-3pm for 12+ year olds. Glasbury Village Hall, £7, 01497 847426. Glasbury Arts.

Starting Wed 13 March A TASTE OF SALSA A new ten week beginners salsa course. Titley Village Hall, 6.30-8pm, £4 per session, all ages and abilities welcome, 01544 260703 or dandgsaunton@hotmail.co.uk DANCE CLASSES Latin American, ballroom and freestyle disco dance classes for children and adults in Knighton, Lyonshall, Eardisley and Kington, 01544 239119. TANGO IN MID WALES AND THE MARCHES Thematic seminars, small group classes by arrangement and private lessons for individuals and couples. Tango con La Tanagalesa. Professional dancer and teacher recently returned from Buenos Aires, 079 5119 1907. EVERYBODY DANCE Seeks three talented performers for a new aerial dance work. Open to male and female, disabled and nondisabled artists. Applicants should have professional aerial and/or dance experience with performance skills and a sense of curiosity. Application deadline 19 Feb, audition 2 March, rehearsals starting 8 April, www.everybodydance.org.uk. This opportunity is paid. Mon BREAKDANCE With 2Faced Dance Company. 4-5pm 4-7 year olds, 5-6 7-11 year olds, 6.15-7.15pm 11+ year olds. The Courtyard, Hereford, £60 per term, 01432 276807. Mon, Wed & Thurs DANCE CLASSES Belly Dance at Dimore Village Hall, Mondays, 7- 8.30pm. Zumba classes at Leominster Community Centre Thursdays at 5.45pm, Yarpole Village Hall Mondays 11.30am and Thursdays 7.30pm, Ivington school Wednesdays 6pm and GP Martial ﬁtness Leominster Mondays 10am. Tel 07800 922 662 www.bellydancesensation.co.uk Tues DANCE WITHOUT INHIBITIONS All styles of dance for fun and ﬁtness. Powys Dance Centre, Llandrindod Wells, 7-8pm, 07779 281831. Tues DANCE @ THE COURTYARD Contemporary Dance for Adults 6.30-7.30pm, £48 per term or £5 per week. Junior Youth Dance for ages 7-11 4.15-5.15pm, Senior Youth Dance for ages 12-18 5.15-6.15pm, £40 per term or £4.20 per week. 01905 611199. Tues DANCE FACTORY All styles of dance, jazz, hip-hop, street and contemporary for ages 6-11 years old. Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 5.30-6.30pm, £20 per half term, 07504 860774. Thurs URBAN DANCE CLUB WITH 2FACED DANCE COMPANY Ages 7-11 years 4-5pm, ages 11+ 5-6pm. Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 01584 813711. Fri CHANCE TO DANCE A gentle programme of creative dance for the over 50s. The Courtyard, Hereford, 10.15am-11.15pm, £3.50 per session, 01432 340555. Fri DANCING TOTS Drop-in sessions. No need to book. The Courtyard, Hereford. 11.30am-12.15pm, £4 per parent and toddler, £1 for an additional child, 01432 340555.

Mid

BORDER

ARTS FRIDAY 15 MARCH

BUDRUS

Budrus is an award-winning feature documentary about a Palestinian community organiser who unites Fatah and Hamas members with Israeli supporters in an unarmed movement to save his village. Assembly Rooms Presteigne 7.30pm £5 from The Rowan Tree, Presteigne & The Upholstery Shop, Knighton or 01547 529301. Presented by Knighton - Palestine Links Group with the support of Presteigne Film Society

SATURDAY 16 MARCH

SPIRO

Spiro belong at the more experimental end of the acoustic folk scene. The chugging, insistently repeating rhythms - reminiscent of the Penguin Cafe Orchestra - and strands of clearly folk-derived melody are interweaved in tightly arranged patterns to beguiling effect. www.spiromusic.com Assembly Rooms, Presteigne 8pm £10 reservations 01544 267163 With partnership funding from Sheep Music

SATURDAY 23 MARCH

NOW. HERE.

Charming tale, suitable for everyone - not to be missed! In 2011 Aimee Corbett and Vanessa Hammick undertook a 200 mile Hobby Horse ride from Wales to London collecting stories from all they met on the way. After 17 days they reached Shepherds Bush, knowing that what they had discovered on their journey, both in the landscape and in the people they met, was something they needed to share. drawntostars.co.uk Assembly Rooms, Presteigne 8pm £8 /£6 reservations Judge’s Lodging 01544 260650

www.midborderarts.org.uk charity no. 1011108

Presteigne & Norton Town Council

food page A Huntin’ We Will Go! The Tally Ho, Bouldon

OR several years while exploring the villages in the southern end of Corvedale, Mr P would pass the Tally Ho and curse, for it had been closed by the owners in 2006, because, they claimed, the foot and mouth epidemic in 2001 had killed off their business. Mr Pernickety tends be sceptical of anyone who blames external factors for their failures, whether as artist, writer, chartered accountant, stock-broker or pub landlord. In the case of the Tally Ho, this scepticism is supported by the change that has recently taken place there. The former owners, having failed to provide ambience, beer or food to attract enough punters, in desperation applied to their local planning authority (South Shropshire District Council in those days) for a change of use from Pub to private dwelling, thereby to increase its value substantially over the price they had paid – a deplorable practice frequently deployed by un-public-spirited speculators (like the former licensees of the lovely old Ancient Camp at Ruckhall near Hereford), and often depriving a village of its only social amenity. In an unusual display of far-sightedness, the planning authority refused permission for change of use, and eventually the place was sold, with the option only of running a pub there. In contrast to the trickle of customers it used to serve as they passed through its forlorn, neglected bar, the Tally Ho now is thronged with jovial and contented punters enjoying all the beneﬁts and functions of a good oldfashioned country pub. There are four local real ales on offer, all good, except for the Woods. There is no heavy metal soundtrack, no bank of fruit machines, nor a 60” screen TV relentlessly broadcasting the crass exploits of spoiled, peevish footie stars. It does just what a pub should do in offering a home-from-home, in which a wide cross-section of the surrounding community can mingle in comfort and equality. It’s true to say that money has been spent in tidying up the place, but in such a way as not to lose those important characteristics. It is furnished pleasingly with unpretentious, genuine old tables and chairs and even the odd dark-lacquered ‘pub’ chair and Ikea-esque table which suggests a laudable desire not to be beholden to any Country Living style monitors. On walls papered in ’60s Sanderson patterns are arranged diverse ornaments – a few token (and possibly ironic) horse brasses, hunting boots, photos of stars of popular TV soaps and cosy old lamps. The loos, always a key guide to the essential psyche of a place, have been tastefully tiled, Farrowed and Balled with framed sepia postcards and Giles cartoons on the wall. Like the interior of the pub, the food on offer is almost self-consciously retro and un-elitist. Mr P appreciates a menu which is honest and good value and makes no grandiloquent gastro claims nor boasts in weasely terms that all ingredients have been ‘locally sourced’ and every dish is ‘home-made’. Mr P and his Lovely Companion were placed on a table near a big, comfortably warm wood-burner. Most of the starters on the menu were around £3.50, and main courses modestly priced at seven or eight quid. Mr P ordered Brie in Breadcrumbs with Cranberry sauce, the LC, Breaded Salmon Bites. Mr P enjoyed his Brie and found nothing to object to in believing it had been bought

in, especially as no misleading claims had been made. The LC, on the other hand, did grumble a little about the lack of salmon and preponderance of crumbs in her Salmon Bites. Mr P was beginning to sense a hint of irony in the style of food and its manner of serving as he was confronted with a plate containing a good rib-eye steak, cooked rare, as ordered, (although with no crisp browning on the outside) along with an array of vegetables such as he hadn’t seen for about twenty years. There was nothing about the dish to deter a rustic trencherman whose dining enjoyment is determined by the height of the food on his plate. With the steak, and almost overwhelming it, was a mountain of grilled tomatoes, battered onion rings, mushrooms, salad and chips. The LC, who had ordered a gammon, had all the above, plus an Abigail’s Party slice of pineapple. Like Mr P, she had no complaints about the meat, and admired what she judged to be the obvious home-made qualities of the chips. Sadly quite a lot of the accoutrements went back on the plate, not because they didn’t taste good, simply because there was so much of them. They also had a bottle of Tall Horse South African Cab Sauv, drinkable and agreeably priced at £11.95, the unused part if which they took home in a doggy bottle. Pudding seemed like a tall order after the agricultural proportions of their main courses, but duty demanded that they try at least one, and Mr P, following the LC’s wishes, ordered a Lemon Posset. She was frankly disappointed. There was a taste of lemon about it, but its texture, like under-hydrated Polyﬁlla, let it down, where it should, Mr P gathered, have been light, even ﬂuffy. Despite these small cavils, Mr P enjoyed his visit very much, and heartily appreciated the landlords’ efforts in offering an honest, unpretentious and very good value menu, as well as the kind of genuine pub ambience which has become sadly rare these days. And the LC is keen to go back and take advantage of the £5 children’s portions, (not for herself, but for the Children’s Menu Consultant). Mr Pernickity - www.misterpernickety.com

EVENTS

Sat 16 March THAI DINING Delicious Thai cuisine will be served in the Foyer, raising funds for the Theatre and Marmalade Festival. Conquest Theatre, Bromyard, 7.30pm, £20 (numbers limited, online booking), 01885 488575, www.conquest-theatre.co.uk Wed 20 March THE LUDLOW PUDDING EXPERIENCE A choice of main courses, followed by a selection of puddings with a vote for the best! Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 7pm, £16.95 for main course, house wine, all puds and coffee, 01584 878141. Until Fri 29 March THE FRIDAY CORN SQUARE RETAIL MARKET Each week a cost free stall is available for people new to business and market trading who would like an opportunity to see if their goods or services will sell. Leominster. Details contact Richard Brookman, 0755 1593 363.

FOOD BYTES

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AARDVARK BOOKS LTD, THE BOOKERY, MANOR FARM, BRAMPTON BRYAN, BUCKNELL 01547 530888 Cafe serving refreshments, cakes etc. Open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 10am-5pm. DELI TINTO, 6 HIGH STREET, PRESTEIGNE 0758 4474 169. www.delitinto.com Fine foods from Spain, Wales and The Marches. Tiny deli with a warm welcome, Tinto offers an eclectic mix of regional British produce and Continental deli classics. “The aroma of freshly-baked croissants is irresistible!” Mon–Thurs 9am–5.30pm, Fri 9am–6pm, Sat 9am–5pm. THE GARDEN TEA ROOM & DELI, KINGSLAND HR6 9QS (opposite the church green) Tel: 01568 709142 Open Tuesday – Saturday 11:00am – 6:00pm and Bank Holidays 11:00 – 5:30pm. Shop/deli for tasty treats. All day lunches, desserts, cakes & speciality teas and coffee. Handmade, seasonal food including many vegetarian, wheat and dairy free options. Select ‘Scrummy Bites’ dishes always available. Great venue for special celebrations. Two 6m x 4m Marquees plus crockery hire available. Vintage setting with peaceful garden and log ﬁre. HUNDRED HOUSE INN, BLEDDFA 01547 550441 Open; Tues - Sat 11.00 - 11.00 Sun - 12.00 - 10.30. Lunch 12.00 - 2.00 p.m. Dinner 6.00 - 8.30 p.m. Fully refurbished 16th. Century Free House situated in a beautiful village location, serving freshly prepared meals using locally sourced produce. Now open for afternoon teas, cakes and snacks. Visit our website for menus and forthcoming events. www.hundredhousebleddfa.wordpress.com THE HARP INN, OLD RADNOR, PRESTEIGNE 01544 350655 An unspoilt 15th century Welsh longhouse pub with fantastic views over the Radnor Valley. Delicious freshly cooked food made from locally sourced, seasonal ingredients which you can enjoy with a glass of wine or one of our traditional cask ales or local organic ciders beside our welcoming log ﬁre. Current menus are on our website www.harpinnradnor.co.uk together with details of special events such as steak nights, seasonal tasting menu nights and our annual beer festival. Open Tuesday to Sunday from 6pm and weekend lunchtimes from 12pm.

NO.46 WINE BAR, HIGH ST, PRESTEIGNE 01544 267675 Fine wine merchants. Champagne, wines, Belgian and local beer, hand-made Belgian chocolates. Local cuisine and tapas available at the wine bar. Convivial atmosphere. www.wineonline.uk.com, info@wineonline. uk.com, sales@wineonline.uk.com NUTTERS, CAPUCHIN YARD, CHURCH ST, HEREFORD 01432 277447 A friendly vegetarian cafe tucked behind Church St, near Hereford Cathedral. Home-cooked food including quiche, homity pies, burgers, pasta, soup and freshly made salads, cakes, scones and a wide variety of wheat and gluten free and vegan foods. SCRUMMY BITES - made locally with you in mind. www.scrummybites.co.uk STONELEIGH, KINGSLAND 01568 709142. Handmade dishes include delicious desserts, savouries and pastries. Ideal for busy people, family gatherings. Special menus for events of 6 to 100 people. Available from The Garden, Kingsland, HR6 9QS plus Knighton, Ludlow and Presteigne farmers markets. Many vegetarian, wheat and dairy free options. Awarded Ludlow Food Festival’s Graeme Kidd bursary 2010. SETONAIKAI, 25 THE PARADE, SHREWSBURY. SY1 1DL 01743 343517 www.setonaikai.co.uk. Specialists in authentic ingredients, cookware and tableware from Japan and the Far East, along with a range of cards, gifts and kimonos. We also have a growing range of the exotic, eclectic and the unusual from all four corners of the world. A vast selection you may not ﬁnd anywhere else. Take a look at our range of Japanese kitchenware and tableware to buy online at www.cookingjapanese. co.uk. Open Tues - Sat, 10am - 5pm. The India & China Tea Company at TOWER HOUSE GALLERY, HIGH STREET, KNIGHTON 01547 529530 www.towerhousegallery.blogspot.co.uk/ Homemade soups, breads and cakes, Italian blend coffee and over 20 different varieties of leaf tea. Wed - Sat 9.30 to 5.00, Sun 11-4 Mon & Tues CLOSED. THE WORKHOUSE CAFE, INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, PRESTEIGNE 01544 267864 Cafe gallery, light lunches, good coffee, homemade cakes. Tues - Sat 10am - 4pm. RHOS MARKET GARDEN, KNIGHTON 01547 528315 Growers & providers of organic veg, fruit & ﬂowers. Morning Market stalls Knighton Thursday & Presteigne Friday Veg boxes delivered to local area weekly. Restaurant orders welcome info@rhosorganic.co.uk www.rhosorganic.co.uk

music

MARCH Fri 1 March

GARAGE BAND Dun Cow, Shrewsbury. TAKE FAT NOT a tribute band, but a larger-than life musical parody act who perform the greatest hits of ‘Take That’ combined with hilarious sketches and character based comedy. Theatr Hafren, Newtown, 7.45pm, £14/£12, 01686 614555. STEVE EDWARDS Wine Bar, Quality Square, Ludlow, 01584 878000. WAYNE MARTIN BAND Red Barn, Shrewsbury.

Mumbo Jumbo

PUSH THE CHICKEN The Exchange, Newtown, 9pm, free. MUMBO JUMBO IN CONCERT Close-harmony, eclectic, semi-acoustic piano-led wonder. Market Theatre, Ledbury, 8pm, £8, 01432 383666. SHERYL The Stag, Llanidloes. ROSE’S PAWN SHOP IN CONCERT From LA, a tornado of Americano, alt-country, rock, folk, Celtic and Appalachian bluegrass. Priest Weston Village Hall, 8pm, £7, 01938 561425. Arts Alive. SKROOD Rock covers. Golden Cross, Sutton St Nicholas, Hereford.

CAROLINE HERRING Shrewsbury Folk Festival. The Hive, 5 Belmont, Shrewsbury, 7.15, 7.45pm start, £12, 01743 234970. THE GOLD ROOM Malthouse, Ironbridge. THE DEVIL’S VIOLIN A LOVE LIKE SALT A unique combination of live music and timeless tales. St Leonards Church, Yarpole, 7.30pm, £8/£5/£25, 01568 780874. Arts Alive. BROKEN HEROES Black Lion, Bridge St, Hereford.

Sat 2 March 3 MILE SMILE (Plastic Pantomime). Bull Hotel, Ludlow, 01584 879339. THE JOHN HARDMAN BAND The Heathgates, Shrewsbury. SKYNT Black Lion, Bridge St, Hereford. WAYNE MARTIN BAND Bird in Hand, Shrewsbury. NIEL MORGAN Guitar covers. Hollybush Inn, near Hay-on-Wye. DIRTY RAY Presents ‘The Company of Fools’. The cream of the local crop. The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 8pm, donation entry. globe@hay.org. THE CRAMS Malthouse, Ironbridge. BUILTH MALE VOICE CHOIR Together with The Gentleman Songsters of Dudley and soloist, bass-baritone, Kuys Huysmans. Builth Sports Centre, 7pm.

Sun 3 March IAN PARKER Prince of Wales, Ledbury. GARY HALL Original acoustic music. Queen’s Head, Monmouth. OPEN MIC Three Tuns, Bishop’s Castle.

Robin Nolan

Sun 3 March SOUND OF THE BASKERVILLES Open mic with Dirty Ray. Baskerville Arms, Clyro, near Hay-on-Wye. CHRIS QUINN The Grape Vaults, Leominster, 3pm. CAN YOU DIG IT? Real-life allotment holders and comic song writers Jo Stephenson and Dan Wood perform their hilarious review. Fordhall Organic Farm, Market Drayton, 7.30pm, £10/£7.50, hot meal available in interval £10, 01630 638696. Arts Alive.

Mon 4 March JAM AT THE RAD Blues, jazz and country. Bring along your instrument or come and listen. Radnorshire Arms Hotel, Presteigne, 7.30pm, 07531 300697. OPEN MIC Bridges, Ratlinghope, 8.30pm. CONCORD COLLEGE Folk music and dance from around the world in aid of The Shropshire Federation of WIs and Rotary Charities. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £10, 01743 281281. CIDER CITY JAZZMEN The Barrels, St Owen’s St, Hereford, 01432 274968.

Tues 5 March

Fri 8 March

OPEN MIC The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 8pm, free, 01497 821162, www.theglobeathay.org OPEN MIC Cafe Bar, The Courtyard, Hereford, 8pm, 01432 340555.

DAVE SWARBRICK Regarded by many as Briton’s ﬁnest folk ﬁddler, singer, songwriter. Silvester Horne Institute, Church Stretton, 7.30pm, £8 in advance or £9 on the door, 01694 720132.

ROBIN NOLAN TRIO A night of world class gyspy jazz. The Hatch, Lindridge, near Tenbury Wells, 8pm, 07814 986868, Refreshments available. www.thehatchstudio.co.uk

TRASHVILLE Dun Cow, Shrewsbury. RUBY TURNER IN CONCERT Regal, Teme Street, Tenbury Wells, 8pm, 01584 811442.

Wed 6 March

DAI ROBS Wine Bar, Quality Square, Ludlow, 01584 878000.

ACADEMY OF ANCIENT MUSIC Programme includes JS Bach’s Orchestral Suites Nos 1 to 4. St Mary’s Church, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £20, £10 for young people, 01743 281281. OPEN MIC Bull Inn, Shrewsbury. FAIRPORT CONVENTION Hailed as the originators of British folk-rock music. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £20, 01743 281281.

JAZZ @ THE BONDED WAREHOUSE Featuring Duke Jucamaya. Original numbers - ﬁne arrangements of standards. The Bonded Warehouse, Canal St, Stourbridge, 7.30pm, £7 adults, £3.50 students, 01384 377797. MR DOG Bull Inn, Shrewsbury.

JON BODEN & THE REMNANT KINGS Folk and contemporary music. Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 7.30pm, £8 in advance, £10 on the night, 01584 878141.

Thurs 7 March DAVE ONIONS Prince of Wales, Ledbury, 8pm. LOST HIGHWAY The Crown Inn, Oakengates, Telford, 01952 610888. OPEN MIC With Fight The Bear. Crown & Anchor Vaults, Bishop’s Castle. WBS MUSIC CONCERT A showcase and celebration of all the music styles taught at William Brookes School. The Edge Arts Centre, Much Wenlock, 7.30pm, £3, 01952 728911.

THE BILLY FURY YEARS A collection of musicians take you on a journey through the musical career of Britain’s best loved rock ‘n’ roll legend. The Auditoriaum, Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £17.50-£16, 01743 281281. RITA HOSKING Accompanied by Sean Feder. Lion Hotel, Shrewsbury. ROBIN NOLAN TRIO Gypsy jazz featuring UK guitarist Chris Quinn and Dutch double bass player Arnoud Van Den Berg. Walker Theatre, Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 8pm, £14, 01743 281281. DAN WALSH White Horse Inn, Clun. JOGLARESA Songes of Sinne & Subversioun. A cheerful and seductive portrait of the earthy side of medieval society. SpArC, Bishop’s Castle, 7.30pm, £8, £4 young people, 01588 630243.

WYE TANGO presents TANGO MUSIC DAY Saturday 27th April

Two morning workshops exploring Tango Music. Suitable for non-tango dancers too. Three afternoon workshops exploring how dancers can get more out of the music. All welcome to stay for lunch and/or join in the evening where an opportunity to listen to tango music and watch dancing. Teachers Ruth Zimmermann & Frank Grozelaar-Green are well qualiﬁed to lead us through this musical exploration.

AT CLEHONGER VILLAGE HALL, HR2 9RD

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Sat 9 March ROSAMUNDE TRIO All Beethoven programme, gourmet food. The Great Barn, Hellens Manor, Much Marcle, www.orpheus-events. com, 01905 570979. SMALL ENGINE REPAIR Alternative, Americana, lo-ﬁ, folk collective. The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 8pm, £4 earlybird, £5 advanced, £6 standard, globe@hay.org.

York Waites PAUL DARK The Stag, Llanidloes. NICE ‘N’ SLEAZY Golden Cross, Sutton St Nicholas, Hereford. SULTANA BROTHERS The Exchange, Newtown, 9pm, free. GRACE NOTES - A WOMAN’S WORK To celebrate International Women’s Day with songs and stories that span ﬁve centuries. Dilwyn Cedar Hall, 7.30pm, £8/£5, 01568 720226. Arts Alive.

WILL KILLEEN Cajun bluegrass blues. Hollybush Inn, near Hay-on-Wye. LAST NIGHT OF THE PROMS Featuring the Shrewsbury Light Orchestra. Song sheets and ﬂags for waving provided. Auditorium Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £12, 01743 281281. BORDERLINE BLUES BAND The Fighting Cocks, Stottesdon, near Cleobury Mortimer, 9pm.

YORK WAITES Songs and dance music from the ‘Courts and Countryside’ of 15th century Europe. New Radnor Community Hall, 7.30pm, £12, under 14s £3, 01544 350268. See workshops. STIFF WITNESS Bull Inn, Shrewsbury. THE SHEE All-female band with a diverse range of individual inﬂuences combine to produce an adventurous brew of folk, Gaelic, Scots and bluegrass. Walker Theatre, Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 8pm, £15, 01743 281281. MICRO BABY Malthouse, Ironbridge. ALLAN YN Y FAN A multi-instrumental and vocal quintet. Wyeside, Builth Wells, 7.30pm, 01982 552555.

DAI ROBS Wine Bar, Quality Square, Ludlow. THE ACCORD Black Lion, Bridge St, Hereford. SHOWADDYWADDY Savoy Theatre, Monmouth, 7.30pm, £18, 01600 772467.

Wed 13 March

The Roving Crows

OPEN MIC Bull Inn, Shrewsbury. SYNERGY Exciting, sharp Latin trio 2 guitars and percussion. The Dukes, Presteigne, 9pm, £3. Sheep Music gig. OPEN MIC With Steve Yeomans. White Horse Inn, Clun.

Thurs 14th March STARS OF THE SEA Crown & Anchor Vaults, Bishop’s Castle. BIG JOE BONE Acoustic oldtime, roots and blues duo. The Crown Inn, Oakengates, Telford, 01952 610888.

Sat 9 March DNR Bull Hotel, Ludlow, 01584 879339. JAZZ AT THE HIVE Featuring Tommaso Starace Quartet, celebrating the music of Michel Petrucciani. The Hive, 5 Belmont, Shrewsbury, 7.30, 8pm start, £10, members £8, under 16s £5, 01743 234970. RUBY TURNER Theatr Hafren, Newtown, 8pm, £16/£14, 01686 614555. MELTDOWN Black Lion, Bridge St, Hereford. WEOBLEY CONCERT Featruing bluegrass from The Down County Boys and ‘Pickin’ in the Kitchen’, gypsy jazz from the Remi Harris Trio. Weobley Village hall, 7.30pm, doors open 7pm, bar. £10 (incl. at the door). 01544 318513 or email weobleymusic@hotmail.co.uk

Sun 10 March LITTLE RUMBA Queen’s Head, Monmouth. DUNCAN HONEYBOURNE & FRIENDS Duncan presents piano works by American composers including Edward MacDowell, Samuel Barber and Ruth Crawford Seeger. Lion Ballroom, Leominster, 3pm, £10, tickets from Gill’s Gifts, Leominster or 01568 611588. TREVOR BURTON BAND Prince of Wales, Ledbury. SISTERS OF SONG Young Welsh women singer/songwriters, Kizzy Meriel Crawford, Jessie Jenkins, Lydia Howells, Asha Fletcher Peters celebrate Brecon Women’s Festival. Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 7.30pm, £6/£5, 01874 611622.

SOUND OF THE BASKERVILLES Open mic with Dirty Ray. Baskerville Arms, Clyro, near Hay-on-Wye.

CURRY & CABARET Session hosted by Rhythm Thieves. All musical styles welcome . Selfserve curry buffet and puds, 8pm, £12, please book for food. The Granary Tea Rooms, Leominster, 01568 614290.

Mon 11 March

Fri 15 March

JAM AT THE RAD Blues, jazz and country. Bring along your instrument or come and listen. Radnorshire Arms Hotel, Presteigne, 7.30pm, 07531 300697.

LONDON WELSH MALE VOICE CHOIR The Blake Theatre, Monmouth, 7.30pm, £15, under 16s £7.50, 01600 719401.

Tues 12 March

BORDERLINE BLUES BAND The White Horse Inn, Clun, 9pm.

OPEN MIC The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 8pm, free, 01497 821162, www.theglobeathay.org

SEAN SAYE Buddy Holly to The Clash. Golden Cross, Sutton St Nicholas, Hereford.

MID WALES CHAMBER ORCHESTRA The Story of Babar. A free concert for children which includes an introduction to the instruments of the orchestra and interaction with the musicians. Theatr Brycheiniog, 10.30am & 1.30pm, free, 01874 611622.

GLASS HOUSE & GUESTS Bull Inn, Shrewsbury.

THE ENDINGS Dun Cow, Shrewsbury.

JACQUI DANKWORTH A programme of songs from South America and Europe. Lyde Court, Hereford, £20, £12 food, 01432 357753.

Jacqui Dankworth

Brooks Williams

Spiro

RADNOR STRING TRIO Intimate chamber music. The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 8pm, £8 earlybird, £10 advanced, £12 standard, globe@hay.org. MIKE PARKER Black Lion, Bridge St, Hereford. ANDY & MEL Wine Bar, Quality Square, Ludlow, 01584 878000. THE JOHN HARDMAN BAND The Stag, Llanidloes. THE QUIRKS The Exchange, Newtown, 9pm, free. WHISKEY RIVER Borderlines Festival Party. Lyde Arundel, Hereford, £30 incl meal. THE ROVING CROWS The Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 7.30pm, £12/£10, 01584 878141.

Sat 16 March SPIRO Spiro belong at the more experimental end of the acoustic folk scene. The chugging, insistently repeating rhythms - reminiscent of the Penguin Cafe Orchestra www.spiromusic.com Assembly Rooms, Presteigne 8pm £10 reservations 01544 267163 Sheep Music gig AMY WADGE & PETE RILEY A critically acclaimed debut album ‘Rivers Apart’ and a successful UK tour has now led to a follow-up album ‘Afterglow’. Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 8pm, £12/£10, 01874 611622. BLACK HEART ANGELS Bull Hotel, Ludlow, 01584 879339. BENJI KIRKPATRICK Solo concert. Hope Village Hall, 8pm, £10, 01547 510664. Proceeds to Hands Up For Uganda. THE FABULOUS BORDELLOS Oxford Arms, Kington. KINGTON CHORAL After half-day workshop singers of all ages will sing choruses from Handel’s ‘Messiah’. St Mary’s Church, Kington, 7pm, free, retiring collection for charities, www.kingtonchoral.org.uk

SPRING CHAMBER CONCERT FOR CRASWALL Songs and instrumental music from Renaissance & Baroque, ‘Music for Troubled Times’. St Michael’s Church Michaelchurch Escley, 7.30pm, £15 from The Cart & Wheel, Craswall or 01981 510332, www.concertsforcraswall.org THE LITTLE BIG BAND Highly talented local musicians, plus glamorous vocalist, Arlette, play classic tunes and songs from big band era. Cabaret seating, dance ﬂoor, bar. Clun Memorial Hall, 7.30pm, £7.50 tickets from Davies & Son Newsagents, David Britten Ironmongers and Clun Garage, 01588 640254.

BEV PEGG AND HIS GOOD TIME JAZZ GANG Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 7.15pm, £11, 01584 878141. GARY HALL Saturday Cafe, The Courtyard, Hereford, 12-2pm free. WAYNE MARTIN BAND Green Dragon, Welshpool. SHOT GLASS HEROES Malthouse, Ironbridge.

CHORD RUSH Fusion of jazz, funk and latin. Swan Inn, Kington. BROOKS WILLIAMS American singer/songwriter. Montgomery Activity Centre, 8pm, £12 including nibbles. No bar, bring your own alcohol and glasses, 01686 668555, hmdjones@btinternet.com, tickets from Bunners shop. MEDICINE SPOON Hollybush Inn, near Hay-on-Wye. OCD Black Lion, Bridge St, Hereford. PETER COE IN CONCERT Narrative folk songs from the internationally renowned artist. Followed by an open session. The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 8pm, £10 on the door, £9 standard, £8 earlybird, 01497 821162, www. theglobeathay.org HERFORD CHORAL SOCIETY Performance of Mozart’s Solemn Vespers and Mass in C Minor. Hereford Cathedral, 7.30pm, £22-£10, www.herefordchoralsociety.org/tickets 01432 374261.

BELLADONNA Bull Inn, Shrewsbury.

Richard Jenkinson & Benjamin Frith

ROBIN NOLAN TRIO Gypsy jazz from one of the world’s greatest. The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 8pm, £10 earlybird, £11 advanced, £12 standard, 01497 821162, www.theglobeathay.org PLASTIC PANTOMIME White Horse Inn, Clun. BETWEEN THE LINES Black Lion, Bridge St, Hereford. ADAM HODSON BAND Malthouse, Ironbridge. ELECTRIC BLUES REACTION Golden Cross, Sutton St Nicholas, Hereford.

Sun 17 March RICHARD JENKINSON & BENJAMIN FRITH Cello and piano. Programme includes Frank Bridge, John Ireland, Frederick Delius and Benjamin Britten. Festival Drayton Centre, Market Drayton, 3pm, £11, £5.50 young people, 01630 654444. THE RHYTHM RATS Lichﬁeld Vaults, Church St, Hereford. MUSIC BRING AND BUY Plus live music. Three Tuns, Bishop’s Castle. JOHN HYMAS & DAVE LUKE Celebrate St Patrick’s night. The Tram Inn, Eardisley, 8pm, free. GOOD TIMES Queen’s Head, Monmouth. GARY HALL Prince of Wales, Ledbury. SOUND OF THE BASKERVILLES Open mic with Dirty Ray. Baskerville Arms, Clyro, near Hay-on-Wye. SEAN SAYE The Grape Vaults, Leominster, 3pm. MURRAY BROTHERS Wine Bar, Quality Square, Ludlow, 2-5pm, 01584 878000. SAM CARTER Folk. The Hive, 5 Belmont, Shrewsbury, 7.45pm, £12, 01743 234970.

Mon 18 March JAM AT THE RAD Blues, jazz and country. Bring along your instrument or come and listen. Radnorshire Arms Hotel, Presteigne, 7.30pm, 07531 300697.

Tues 19 March

JAZZ IN THE BAR Featuring Glen Manby (alto sax) and Dave Jones (piano). Swinging modern jazz quartet. The Bar, Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 8pm, £6 on the door, 01874 611622.

OPEN MIC The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 8pm, free, 01497 821162, www.theglobeathay.org THE HEAT DEATH Queen’s Head, Monmouth. IRISH HOUSE PARTY Packed with top musicians and Irish dancing, Dublin’s award-winning show offers you the best traditional night of Celtic celebration in true Emerald Isle style. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £19.50, 01743 281281.

Wed 20 March OPEN MIC Bull Inn, Shrewsbury.

Sat 23 March 60S BIG NIGHT OUT With Animal & Friends. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £22.50-£19.50, 01743 281281. GREGYNOG YOUNG MUSICIANS COMPETITION With five categories, 18 semi-finalists have been chosen to compete for one of five places in this Finals Concert. Gregynog Hall, Tregynon, Newtown, 7pm, £12.50, 01686 650224. www.greynogymc.co.uk JAMES HICKMAN Bull Inn, Shrewsbury.

SOUTH POWYS YOUTH MUSIC GALA DAY 11am Primary Strings open rehearsal. 12pm Shake, Rattle & Roll mother and toddler session. 2.15pm South Powys Junior Orchestra open rehearsal. 7pm Concert including works by Beethoven, Schubert, Schumann & Grieg. Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, £6 concert, sessions free, 01874 611622.

Thurs 21 March ELECTRIC BLUES REACTION Crown & Anchor Vaults, Bishop’s Castle. EUROPEAN UNION CHAMBER ORCHESTRA Programme includes Mozart, Barber and Haydn. Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 7.30pm, £18/£17, 01874 611622.

Fri 22 March SARAH SMITH TRIO Wine Bar, Quality Square, Ludlow, 01584 878000. WAYNE MARTIN BAND Wheatsheaf, Frankwell. DAI ROBS The Exchange, Newtown, 9pm, free. PAUL PARKER Dun Cow, Shrewsbury.

European Union Chamber Orchestra

Lyde Court, Hereford, HR1 3AE Venue for Live Music, Theatre and Dance

Friday 15th March

JACQUI DANKWORTH

“Butterﬂy’s Wing” The UK’s top jazz singer Jacqui Dankworth leads this enchanting and magical acoustic ensemble in a programme of songs from across South America and Europe.

Thursday 21st March

FOR ONCE

PENTABUS THEATRE perform a thought provoking play by Tim Price “A small, quiet cracker of a family drama... it has the lurking power of an unexploded bomb” The Guardian. “Wry, compassionate and thoughtprovoking” Critics’ Choice. Time Out

Friday 26th April

DON PASQUALE

POP UP OPERA return to Lyde Court in 2013 with Gaetano Donizetti’s comic opera.

See website for full details and to purchase tickets for all forthcoming events

www.LydeCourt.com Tel: 01432 357753

Lisbee Stainton

Mon 25 March JAM AT THE RAD Blues, jazz and country. Bring along your instrument or come and listen. Radnorshire Arms Hotel, Presteigne, 7.30pm, 07531 300697. THE DUBLIN LEGENDS Featuring Cannon, Campbell, Watchorn & O’Connor. Formerly of The Dubliners. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £20, 01743 281281. ENIKO MAGYA & TADASHI IMAI Viola and piano. Programme includes Bartok, Kodaly, Kosa, Liszt, Dohnanyi and Joachim. Blake Theatre, Monmouth, 7.30pm, £17.50, students £10, 01600 719401.

Tues 26 March THAT’LL BE THE DAY Unique comedy routines mixed with classic gold hits from the 1950s to 1970s. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £23-£19, 01743 281281.

Sat 23 March VIENNA PIANO TRIO Piano trios by Haydn, Ravel and Beethoven (Archduke). Ludlow Music Society, Moor Park, Ludlow, SY8 4DZ at 7:30pm. £15 (£5 student) from www.ludlowmusicsociety.org.uk, 01584 876141 or at the door. BLACK COUNTRY ROCK Malthouse, Ironbridge. DAVE ROBERTS & TOBY PARKER Shellhouse Gallery, 36 Homend, Ledbury, 6-9.30pm, £4, 01531 632557.

SCHOLA CHOIR Directed by David White with Sonia Hammond, cello play Tavener’s Svyati and other music for Holy Week. St Michael’s Church, Discoed, near Presteigne, 7.30pm, no tickets, just donations. HEREFORD CATHEDRAL CHOIR With Marches Baroque and international soloists. Bach’s St Matthew’s Passion. Hereford Cathedral, 7pm, 01432 374261.

THE TEDESCA QUARTET Hereford Concert Society. Programme includes Haydn, Mendelssohn and Dvorak. The Courtyard, Hereford, 7.30pm, £20, HCS members £17, students £5, under 16s £3, 01432 340555.

Fri 29 March THE RAIN BREAKERS Black Lion, Bridge St, Hereford. ANTHEMIC The Exchange, Newtown, 9pm, free. LIVE MUSIC Dun Cow, Shrewsbury. CUSTARD COLLECTION Bull Inn, Shrewsbury. THE MUCH ADO BAND Light-hearted fun and ceilidh dancing. The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 7.30pm, £6 earlybird, £8 advanced, £10 standard, 01497 821162, www.theglobeathay.org VELVET DUKES White Horse Inn, Clun. FRUIT MACHINE Malthouse, Ironbridge. WAYNE MARTIN BAND Hen & Chickens, Bridgnorth. WHISKEY RIVER BOYS Cajun blues. Golden Cross, Sutton St Nicholas, Hereford.

Sat 30 March

Fri 27 March

LISBEE STAINTON BBC Radio 2’s favourite singer songwriter. The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 8pm, £6 earlybird, £7 advanced, £8 standard, 01497 821162, www.theglobeathay.org

JAGGED HANDS Black Lion, Bridge St, Hereford.

SEAN SAYE Wine Bar, Quality Square, Ludlow, 01584 878000.

MINNIE’S MOOCHERS Saturday Cafe, The Courtyard, 12-2pm, free.

CRUMPLED SLIM Hollybush Inn, near Hay-on-Wye.

OPEN MIC Bull Inn, Shrewsbury.

THE WESTENDERS Mayor of Brecon Charity Concert in aid of the Alzheimer’s Society. Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 7.30pm, £10, 01874 611622.

DANIEL O’CONNELL & HIS BAND Daniel O’Donnell tribute. The Blake Theatre, Monmouth, 7.30pm, £14, students, £12, 01600 719401.

TREGWYNT CHAMBER CHOIR & ORCHESTRA JS Bach St John’s Passion. Directed by David Ponsford with soloists including Rogers Covey-Crump, Elisabeth Priday and Nicholas Gedge. St Andrew’s Church, Presteigne, 7.30pm, £16 from Presteigne Post Ofﬁce or 01544 350559.

LUDLOW JAZZ QUARTET Saturday Cafe, The Courtyard, 12-2pm, free.

Sun 24 March MATT WOOSEY Prince of Wales, Ledbury. IAN LUTHER Queen’s Head, Monmouth. SOUND OF THE BASKERVILLES Open mic with Dirty Ray. Baskerville Arms, Clyro, near Hay-on-Wye. SYNERGY The Grape Vaults, Leominster, 3pm. POPS ORCHESTRA CONCERT Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 2pm, £11/£9, 01743 281281.

OPEN MIC The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 8pm, free, 01497 821162, www.theglobeathay.org

SOUL NIGHT Malthouse, Ironbridge.

Thurs 28 March TOMMY ALLEN & JOHNNY HEWITT Prince of Wales, Ledbury, 8pm. OPEN MIC Hosted by Howard and Clare. The Crown Inn, Oakengates, Telford, 01952 610888. BALLADEERS & CHANCERS Dukes Arms, Presteigne, 8.30pm onwards. Acoustic quality from old hands and novices. To perform contact Stephe 07837 944090. THE BEEZ NEEZ Crown & Anchor Vaults, Bishop’s Castle.

HEYMOONSHAKER The Jailhouse, Hereford. SIN WITH A GRIN Black Lion, Bridge St, Hereford. THE EASTER SATURDAY EGGSTRAVAGANZA! Buskers Jamboree, Easter Egg Treasure Hunt and a visit from the Easter Bunny. Stalls and more. Market in Corn Square, Leominster. (24 cost free stalls will be available to local traders, charities and community organisations). Anyone interested in participating contact 0755 1593 363.

Swing along to the Mem! on Saturday, 16th March

at Clun Memorial Hall and enjoy listening and dancing to

THE LITTLE BIG BAND (www.toot-sweet.org.uk)

Highly talented local musicians, plus glamorous vocalist, Arlette, play classic tunes and songs in the swinging style of the big band era of

Duke Ellington, Count Basie, Glenn Miller, Benny Goodman, Tommy Dorsey, Ted Heath etc. Big band standards, beautiful ballads, film & tv themes, latin rhythms, pop classics

Music to set your feet tapping Cabaret Seating - Dance Floor - Licensed Bar

Doors open 7.30pm - Tickets £7.50 Available from Davies & Son Newsagents, David Britten Ironmongers & Clun Garage Enquiries - Box Office - 01588 640254 e-mail - dilysthorpe@clun.org.uk

Glasbury Arts Radio 3’s Ian McMillan and Private Eye’s Cartoonist Tony Husband with

‘A Cartoon History of Here’

Friday 15 March 2013, 7.30pm Drama Studio, Gwernyfed High School, Three Cocks, Nr Glasbury Ticket prices £10 (Full Price) £8 (Concessions for under 18’s, students, unwaged and over 60’s) Glasbury Arts Pre-Show Suppers at The Radnor Arms, Llowes. Book direct on 01497 847460. Free Transport available between Hay and venue, must be booked in advance on 01497 847426. Tickets: by telephone on 01497 847426; at Old Forest Arts,The Craft Centre, Hay-on-Wye; or by email toboxofﬁce@glasburyart.co.uk

Tues 2 April OPEN MIC The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 8pm, free, 01497 821162, www.theglobeathay.org

Wed 3 April PATSY CLINE 50TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR Featuring the stars of the West End production ‘Patsy’. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £19.50-£17.50, 01743 281281. OPEN MIC Bull Inn, Shrewsbury.

The Troggs

Sat 30 March

Sun 31 March

DAVE LUKE ‘Heroes of Country’. Aardvark Books, The Bookery, Manor Farm, Brampton Bryan, Bucknell, 11am-2pm. Also Easter event with Tony Hall, ‘The Giant Pot Man’, plant talks and refreshments, 10am-4pm, 01547 530888.

WILL WILDE Prince of Wales, Ledbury.

KUSCHTY RYE Three Tuns, Bishop’s Castle. VELVET DUKES The Exchange, Newtown, 9pm, free. PIG DAY Bull Hotel, Ludlow, 01584 879339. THE FLOOR Featuring resident band Red Dog plus Kim Lowings, Bob Hill, Jim Allen & Stephe Watters. St Michael’s Village Hall, Tenbury Wells, 8pm, £5, 01584 810291. WAYNE MARTIN BAND George & Dragon, Knighton. GET BACK Malthouse, Ironbridge.

BELLVILLE SWING Queen’s Head, Monmouth. SOUND OF THE BASKERVILLES Open mic with Dirty Ray. Baskerville Arms, Clyro, near Hay-on-Wye. LIVE MUSIC The Grape Vaults, Leominster, 3pm. THE GOLD ROOM Malthouse, Ironbridge. BORDERLINE BLUES BAND Nantwich Jazz & Blues Festival.

APRIL

Mon 1 April JAM AT THE RAD Blues, jazz and country. Bring along your instrument or come and listen. Radnorshire Arms Hotel, Presteigne, 7.30pm, 07531 300697. CIDER CITY JAZZMEN The Barrels, St Owen’s St, Hereford, 01432 274968.

BOB SMITH Folk, country rock and stories. Hollybush Inn, near Hay-on-Wye. THE TROGGS Supported by the Stokers. Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 7.30pm, £16/£15, 01874 611622.

PETER DYKE Lunchtime organ concert. Hereford Cathedral, 1.15pm, free admission, retiring collection.

THE PEATBOG FAERIES Traditional jigs and reels through to jazz, hip hop, reggae and more. Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 8pm, £15/£13, 01874 611622.

Thurs 4 April NIEL MCPHERSON & YOUNG BEN A touch of musical blarney and popular songs. The Crown Inn, Oakengates, Telford, 01952 610888. OPEN MIC JAM With the Wayne Martin Band. Crown & Anchor Vaults, Bishop’s Castle.

Fri 5 April CHRIS QUINN Wine Bar, Quality Square, Ludlow, 01584 878000. INDIE DOG Dun Cow, Shrewsbury. SYNERGY The Exchange, Newtown, 9pm, free. ELECTRIC BLUES REACTION White Horse Inn, Clun. AMBER LIZARD Malthouse, Ironbridge. THEATRE OF BLUES FESTIVAL 2013 Featuring Hooson, Cliff Stocker’s Legendary Slack Alice and 24 Pesos. The Lion Hotel, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £35 for 5 & 6 April events. www.theatreofblues.com

SIMON DEELEY PIANO TUITION

*Beginners to advanced standards *Preparation for Associated Board Exams *Tuition for the Associated Board Graded Jazz Exams *Also tuition for students learning electric keyboards Enjoy learning classical music or jazz, pop and easy listening music

JAZZ PIANO COURSE

A specially created course for beginners through to intermediate students. *Understand jazz chords and how to use them *Learn how to improvise *Play classic jazz tunes *Learn how to improvise in four important styles: blues, swing, mainstream/modern and Latin

For further details contact Simon Deeley A.L.C.M. Mobile: 07890 303681 email: simon.deeley@cooptel.net

www.residentadvisor.net/event.aspx?439712 Tel: 01568 620120 Mobile: 07501 724663

Trevor Davies Music

For all your musical needs 87 Etnam Street, Leominster, Herefordshire, HR6 8AE tel: 01568 613611

We stock Fender, Gibson, Ibanez, ESP, Fernandez, Epiphone, Indie, Aria, Ovation, Adamas, Martin, Taylor, Yamaha, Crafter, Burns, Washburn, Jackson, AER, Marshall, Hartke, Carlsbro, Laney, Zoom, Digitech, Tama, Casio. Plus many other brands. Approximately 500 guitars in stock and Brass, Woodwind, Drums, Keyboards, accessories and thousands of music books and sheet music.

BROOKS WILLIAMS American Singer Songwriter

“Breathtakingly beautiful Guitarist with astonishing technique” (Blues Revue)

Montgomery Activity Centre Sat. 16th March 8pm Limited numbers

£12 including savoury nibbles No bar please bring own Alcohol/Glasses Soft drink/coffee available

hmdjones@btinternet.com 01686 668555 Tickets from Bunners Shop NEXT GIG 20th April REMI HARRIS TRIO

Sat 6 April THE NEW 4 POOFS AND A PIANO An opportunity to see this talented and exciting new line-up strut their stuff. Savoy Theatre, Monmouth, 7.30pm, £14, 01600 772467. RESTLESS DOG Malthouse, Ironbridge. STASIO SLIWKA & THE MONKS OF BELMONT ABBEY An Easter celebration of Plainchant and organ. Belmont Abbey, 7.30pm, 01432 374747. PHIL HARTNOLL (ORBITAL) Plus Aubrey Fry + Jamie Parnell. Phil Hartnoll is one of the most prominent players in the electronic music scene and prominent solo DJ. Baskerville Hall, Clyro, near Hay-on-Wye, 8pm, £20, over 18s only. www.residentadvisor.net/event.aspx?439712. OPEN DAY Belmont Abbey, 10am-4.30pm, free. RHYDIAN ROBERTS From X Factor fame. The Blake Theatre, Monmouth, 7.30pm, £22.50, 01600 719401. THEATRE OF BLUES FESTIVAL 2013 Featuring the winner of the Shropshire Battle of The Blues, Bex Marshall & The Drivetones, plus Tim Aves Wolfpack, Fuschi 4, Dani Wilde and Buddy Whittington. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 2pm, £35 for 5 & 6 April events, 01743 281281, www.theatreofblues.com THE BEST OF BRECON A scintillating mix of song, dance, music and drama. In aid of St David’s Hospice Care. Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 7.45pm, £10, under 18s £6, 01874 611622.

Music Workshops

Sat 9 March SING WE AND CHANT IT Early music workshop for singers and instrumentalists with Deborah Catterall and Tim Bayley of the York Waits. Music from the late Tuodor / early Jacobean period. Community Hall, New Radnor, near Presteigne, 10.30am, £16/£14, bring packed lunch, 01547 560394 or 01544 231732 or www.bmemf.org.uk Music in New Radnor. Sat 9 March CHORISTER OPEN MORNING Boys aged 6-8 years and their families who have considered joining the choir to attend a morning rehearsal. Hereford Cathedral, 10am, 01432 374238. Sat 16 March COME-AND-SING CHORUSES FROM HANDEL’S ‘THE MESSIAH’ Experience singing in a large choir with professional organist and soloists under the baton of MD Roger Langford. Singers of all ages and abilities welcome. Culminating with an evening performance. Singers £10, under 25s £5. Registration 1.30pm, workshop 2-5.30pm, public performance 7pm. St Mary’s Church, Kington, www.kingtonchoral.org.uk Sat 23 & Sun 24 March UKULELE CHOO CHOO WORKSHOP With Ukulelezaza (Remco HoutmanJanssen) from Belgium and one of Europe’s top players. Gleanings, Gravel Bank, Near Minsterley, 01743 891412, www.gleanings.co.uk CASTLE VOICES SINGING WORKSHOP Join us to explore vocal harmonies from around the world. Tuesdays 6.30 to 8pm. Usually every week in school term in top room at Three Tuns, Bishops Castle. Please ring or email for details:- Anne Loughran 01547 520339 anneloughran@gmail.co.uk

Monday FUN & PLAY WITH RHYTHM & HARMONY And songs from all over. All taught by ear so no need to

read music! Folk meet 8pm term time Mondays at the Methodist chapel in Leintwardine. Email charlotte@charlottebulleymusic.info or call 01547 540603. Monday BANDAMANIA Fabulous traditional dance music from far and wide. Community band welcomes all and sundry. Assembly rooms, Presteigne 7.15pm, Sue Harris 01547 560950 Tuesday WHITTON VOICES Mixed community choir. Songs from around the world, traditional and contemporary. Raising the roof with rich harmonies in the Presteigne Assembly Rooms, 8-10pm, £5. All welcome Led by Sue Harris, 01547 560950. Tuesday DOLAU MIXTURES Mixed choir. Dolau Community Hall, near Llandrindod Wells, 8pm, 01597 851427. Wednesday LUDLOW LARKS COMMUNITY CHOIR Led by Polly Bolton. Songs from around the world - from the Beatles to Bulgaria. Ludlow Women’s Centre, £3-£5 per session, 7.30pm-9.30pm. For dates contact Polly on 01584 823609 OR info@oak-barn.co.uk or check our website www.jollypages.co.uk/larks First Thursdays BLACK HILL TUNE CLUB 2pm at the Crown Inn Longtown. Free. New members always welcome. 01432 263495. Thursday fortnightly WILD ANGELS Informal community choir led by Sue Harris. All welcome. Traditional songs from around the world. Deﬁnitely good fun and healthy. Llanidloes, 7.30-9.30pm 01686 625980. Friday MUSIC TIME A session of music and movement for the under 5s and their parents or carers. The Hive, 5 Belmont, Shrewsbury, 10.30am-11.30am, £5 per child, siblings £4, parents free, 01743 234970. Friday FAMILY MUSIC MAKERS Fun sessions for parents and toddlers 12.30-2pm, £4 per adult and child pair, 50p for additional child, under 1s free. The Courtyard, Hereford, 01432 340555.

SESSIONS

First Saturday of month FOLK & IRISH SESSION Harp Inn, Glasbury-on-Wye, 8.30pm, free, 01497 847373. First Saturday of month PICKIN’ AT THE BIRD Acoustic session. The Bird in Hand, Coton Hill, Shrewsbury, 01743 357484, 9pm onwards. 3rd Saturday HARPSONGS SINGAROUND SESSION Harp Inn, Glasbury-on-Wye, 8.30pm, free, 01497 847373. Every Sunday SESSION Rose & Lion, New Road, Bromyard, 01885 483425. Every Sunday FOLK/ROOTS SESSION Stag, Llanidloes, 6.30pm, 01686 414824. 2nd Sunday ACOUSTIC MUSIC SESSION Jill and Mark (from the Rhythm Thieves) hosting. All styles welcome. The Sun Inn, Leintwardine. 2nd Sunday FOLK SESSION Powys Arms, Poolquay, near Welshpool, 7.30pm, 01691 831162. 2nd & 4th Sunday OPEN MIC NIGHT George & Dragon, Knighton, 01547 528532. Last Sunday OPEN MIC The Herbert Arms, Kerry, 8pm, all welcome, 07970 135378. Last Sunday OPEN MIC NIGHT All welcome. The Retreat, Ledbury, 01531 632766. Every Monday ACOUSTIC NIGHT The Golden Lion Hotel, Llandysilio, near Welshpool, 01691 830295. Every Monday JAM AT THE RAD Blues, jazz and country. Radnorshire Arms, Presteigne, 7.30pm, 07531 300697.

Every Monday OPEN MIC NIGHT Bull Inn, Shrewsbury, 01743 344728. Every Monday nights BRECON TOWN BAND Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 7-9pm. 07779 390954. Every Tuesday BLUES NIGHT The Golden Lion Hotel, Llandysilio, 01691 830295. Every Tuesday TUESDAY JAM SESSION Open to all acoustic musicians. The Falcon Hotel, Bromyard, 8-11pm, 01885 483034. Every Tuesday OPEN MIC All welcome, from about 9pm. The Retreat, Ledbury, 01531 632766. Every Tuesday OPEN MIC NIGHT Hosted by Pete Keeley and Dangerous Dave. The Back Bar, The King’s Head, Bishop’s Castle, 9pm onwards, 01588 630770. 3rd Tuesday FOLK NIGHTS The Crown Inn, Longtown. Other occasional folk events organised by Folk Workshops. Register for e-Newsletter with john.baxter87@virgin.net. Last Tuesday of every month JAZZ NIGHT The Golden Lion Hotel, Llandysilio,Oswestry, 01691 830295. Every Wednesday in Feb & March OPEN MIC NIGHT Baskerville Hall Hotel, Clyro Court, near Hay-on-Wye, 7pm for bar, restaurant and bar snacks, music from 8.30pm, free, 01497 820033. First Wednesday JAZZ NIGHT The Golden Lion Hotel, Llandysilio, 01691 830295. Every Wednesday OPEN MIC NIGHT Black Lion, Bridge St, Hereford, 01432 266000. First Wednesday HEREFORD BLUEGRASS SESSION The Victory, 88 St Owen St, Hereford, 8pm, details from Martin 01432 342018 or 07846 669890. Every Wednesday FOLK SESSION Railway Inn, Forden, near Welshpool, 8pm, 01938 580120. Every Wednesday ACOUSTIC SESSION Prince of Wales, Ledbury, 8.45pm, 01531 632250. 2nd Wednesday OPEN MIC NIGHT Stockton Cross Inn, Kimbolton, near Leominster, 8.30pm, 01568 612509. 2nd Wednesday JAM SESSION White Horse Inn, Clun, 8.30pm onwards. 01588 640305. 3rd Wednesday FOLK/ACOUSTIC SESSION Any style, Crown Inn, Clunton, 9pm, 01588 660226. Every Thursday JAZZ JAM Queen’s Head, St James St, Monmouth, 01600 712767. 1st Thursday SESSION The Alma, Linton, 8.30pm, all welcome, 07779 144005. 1st Thursday OPEN MIC NIGHT The Bridge, Tenbury Wells, call to book your slot, all welcome, 01584 810434. 3rd Thursday FOLK NIGHT Castle Inn, Knucklas, 7pm till late, 01547 528223. 4th Thursday ACOUSTIC MUSIC Folk, blues, 60s or any other genre welcome. The Sun, High St, Clun, 9pm. Contact Dave Wright 01588 640552. 1st Friday ACOUSTIC SESSION The Unicorn, Corve St, Ludlow, 8:30pm. Contact: Ann Gray 01584 879 348. 3rd Friday TRADITIONAL SESSIONING, DANCE CLASSES & LIVE BANDS A band will play at the beginning of each night from 8pm and lead an open session afterwards. Llanfyllin Workhouse, 01691 649062. 3rd Friday ACOUSTIC FOLK MUSIC & SONG SESSION The New Inn, Bartestree, Hereford.

VENUES ASSEMBLY ROOMS, Mill Street, Ludlow 01584 878141 BARRELS, St Owen Street, Hereford 01432 274968 BASKERVILLE ARMS, Clyro, near Hay-on-Wye 01497 820670. BASKERVILLE HALL HOTEL, Clyro Court, near Hay-onWye 01497 820033. BELL HOTEL, Commercial St, Newtown 01686 625540 BAYHORSE INN, BROMYARD 01885 482600. BELL INN, Etnam St, Leominster 01568 612818 THE BRIDGE HOTEL, Tenbury Wells 01584 810434. THE BRIDGE, Ludlow 01584 872963 CAFE LOCO, The Station, Old Kerry Road, Newtown, 01686 624477 CARAD, East St, Rhayader, 01597 810192 CHARLTON ARMS, Ludlow, 01584 872813 THE COURTYARD, Edgar St, Hereford. 01432 340555 THE DUKES ARMS, Presteigne 01544 267318 DUN COW, Shrewsbury 01743 356408 THE EXCHANGE, Newtown 01686 621814. GARWAY VILLAGE HALL, Hereford 01981 580056 THE GEORGE & DRAGON, Knighton 01547 528532 GLEANINGS, near Bishop’s Castle, 01743 891412 THE GOLDEN CROSS INN, Sutton St Nicholas, Hereford 01432 880274. GRAPE VAULTS, Broad St, Leominster 01568 611404. THE GRANARY, Leominster 01568 614290. THE GROVE HOTEL, Bell Vue, Shrewsbury, 01743 271227 THE HERDSMAN, Widemarsh St, Hereford, 01432 277330 HOLLY BUSH INN, Near Hay-on-Wye, 01497 847371. HOPE & ANCHOR, Rope Walk, Wye St, Ross-on-Wye. 01989 563003. KNIGHTON & DISTRICT COMMUNITY CENTRE, Knighton 07751 221487. LICHFIELD VAULTS, Church St, Hereford. 01432 266821 LION BALLROOM, Broad St, Leominster. 01568 611588 THE LOWFIELD INN, Marton, Welshpool 01743 891313 THE MALTHOUSE, Ironbridge, 01952 433712 MINER’S ARMS, Priest Weston 01938 561352 NELSON INN, Ludlow 01584 872908 OAKENGATES THEATRE, Telford. 01952 619020 THE OXFORD ARMS, Duke St, Kington 01544 230322 THE PLOUGH INN, Whitecross Road, Hereford 01432 273868 THE RETREAT, Ledbury, 01531 632766. ROSE & CROWN, Tenbury Wells, 01584 811336 ROYAL OAK, Presteigne, 01544 260842. TALBOT HOTEL, Tregaron, 01974 298719 THEATR BRYCHEINIOG, Canal Wharf, Brecon 01874 611622 THEATR HAFREN, Llanidloes Road, Newtown 01686 625007 THE THREE ELMS, Hereford. 01432 273338. THREE TUNS, Bishop’s Castle. 01588 638797 THE VICTORY, 88 St Owen St, Hereford 01432 274998 VOLUNTEER, Harold St, Hereford 01432 276189. WHITEHORSE INN, The Square, Clun. 01588 640305. WHITE SWAN, Eardisland, 01544 388577 WYESIDE ARTS CENTRE, Builth Wells, 01982 552555 YORKSHIRE HOUSE, St Mary’s St, Shrewsbury 01743 362622

Last Friday OPEN MIC NIGHT With Big String Music. Sun Inn, Leintwardine, 8pm, 07885 467673.

band directory THE BAGGAGE HANDLERS - acoustic duo playing classic covers from the likes of R.E.M. to Johnny Cash, Snow Patrol to The Jam. We can be contacted at www.facebook.com/thebaggagehandlers www.myspace. com/baggagehandlersmusic or simply ring 07824 787168. BANDAMANIA Bright and Breezy traditional music for ceilidhs, local and special events. Multi-instrumental community band with own caller Contact Sue Harris 01547 560950 MARTIN BLAKE: Fingerpickin’ good guitar, banjo and vocals, solo or with a variety of bands from duo to six piece, including Whiskey River (a 5/6 piece playing swamp music from America’s Deep South with fiddle, Cajun accordion and sax), The Whiskey River Boys (a duo version of the same), Blakes III (an eclectic acoustic trio with fiddle, clarinet, guitar and 3 part harmony) and The Blake Plowman Hot Band (a red hot 4 piece rocking country band). Pubs, Clubs, Weddings, Divorces, etc. Contact: 07846 669890 or 01432 342018, martyblake@btinternet. com, www.whiskeyriver.co.uk BETWEEN THE ACTS Top notch country dance band for ceilidhs, barn dances, country dance, jigs and reels from Ireland and Galicia songs from yesterday and today. Email us at betweentheacts1@googlemail.com. Telephone Mandy on 07818066075 or Google… Between the Acts barn dances RUTH BOWEN'S Gardenia Swing - smooth vocals/d.bass led jazz & swing. From duo to sextet. 01874 754565 or email ruthbowenjazz@btinternet.com, website www.ruthbowenjazz.com CANOL folk band. From Welsh and Irish to American old time and French Canadian played on fiddle, mandolin and guitar. Ceilidhs, twmpathau, barn dances, festivals, concerts, parties, birthdays, weddings, anything, anytime, anywhere. www.canolmusic.co.uk. Phone Kevin on 01597 840659 or email: kevin@canolmusic.co.uk CUCKOO ALE CEILIDH BAND Not just an ordinary ceilidh band, but an extraordinary ceilidh band! Squeeze box, keyboard and percussion with expert calling. See www. cuckooaleband.co.uk or email bev.langton@talk21.com or phone 07799 408297. 2CV Contemporary and classic female vocal. (Winehouse, Duffy, Corinne Bailey Rae, Imelda May, Sade, Motown, etc); rousing r ‘n’ b and/or cool Latin-tinged jazz. 5-piece band or 3-piece with virtual backing for small spaces. Check us out on www.2cvmusic.co.uk. Call Neil on 07906 691267 or 01584 877559, or email contact via website. STEADY EDD & THE BOOGIEMEN Boogie Woogie and its best, jazz and soul - let the good times roll! Contact Edd, on 01432 769077. DEJA VU are a totally live three piece band using guitars, keyboards, electronic drums and vocal harmony to create their unique blend of 60s nostalgia, classic pop, etc. Like the music they play, they have matured well! To see and hear us visit our website www.dejavutenbury.com or contact Bill Pitt on 01584 819394. THE DETAILS Intriguing four-piece acoustic band around highly original songwriters Andy Morton and Dave Carroll. Songs to savour range from the heartfelt to the hilarious; from delta blues through wistful ballads to pacey rockers. A listening band (or duo) for pubs, clubs, arts centres , book fairs, festivals. Hear more on www.facebook.com/pages/ The-Details/12127146467011 Tel 01531 670623 or email david@carroll.org.uk

DIRTY RAY Renegade roots. ‘Gut-bucket, workbench blues’ Mojo. ‘Plug him in and watch him go!’ Sheep Music. 01982 560710 / 07904 079469 www.dirtyray.co.uk DR. JAZZ Trad jazz at it’s best. Guarranteed to get those feet tapping. Available for bookings 01544 350646. Musicians wanted, age immaterial. sosvisionary@hotmail.com FFONIC: with foot-stomping rhythms and haunting harmonies, Ffonic plays an uplifting, eclectic repertoire of traditional music from just about everywhere for fairs and festivals, celebratory parties, ceilidh dances, charity events etc. Affordable prices. Contact Mark on 01686 412307 or email: ffonic@lineone.net. Website: www.ffonic.co.uk FLATWORLD Roots ‘n’ grooves from Eastern Europe and beyond. Lively five-piece band with magnificent tunes and kicking rhythm for your festival, wedding, party or pub. Also circle dancing with caller. Contact Neil on 01684 569611 or 07866 021489; visit www.flat-world.org.uk or email info@flat-world.org.uk THE FLOK Duo/Trio/Band suitable for most occasions. Kate Thomas lends her stunning voice to a refreshing mix of material from the likes of KT Tunstall, Pink and Mumford & Sons, ably supported by Dave Luke (guitar/mandolin/vocals) and a solid but subtle rhythm section. Dave 07967 029159 Kate 07817 019918 daveluke1@hotmail.com - or like us on Facebook! THE HERBERT SPLIFFINGTON ALLSTARS featuring SATCH DIXON Excellent ska, reggae, calypso and jazz 5/8 piece with Satch Dixon, charismatic Jamaican vocal/percussionist who has worked with Bob Marley. Also The Art Blank Combo - groove/latin/jazz/reggae 4 piece + Sir Lord Herbert - World Music DJ. 0781 2512891, pete.beresford@yahoo. co.uk. HOT CLIMATE Ultimate party band, best 6-piece line up ever. For top musical entertainment at your party/ wedding/festival or corporate function. Book now! New footage on www.hotclimate.co.uk. Contact Charlie 01568 613895 or mobile 07702 528088 anytime! HOT FEAT Sensational seven-piece soul band performing covers of all the soul greats, including Aretha, James Brown, Wilson Pickett and Sam and Dave. As well as more recent artists like Adele and Amy Winehouse. Tel: 07984 816847 or www.hotfeat.org.uk THE JACKHAMMER BLUES BAND 3 piece acoustic blues band, acoustic guitars, resonator guitars, mandolin, washboard & percussion. Playing songs of Robert Johnson, Blind Blake, Tampa Red, Sleepy John Estes et al, laid back to foot-stomping. Samples at www.myspace.com/thejackhammerbluesband. Contact Mark on 07884 242925 or thejackhammerbluesband@myspace.com THE JOHN HARDMAN BAND Uncompromising power rock and heavy blues. Featuring the legendary John Hardman on guitar and vocals. We play some originals + Tull, The Stones, The Who, Hendrix and much more. We’re a hungry new band made up of experienced musicians. We play pubs, halls, weddings, festivals. Give Tim a ring on 07581 420869. See on myspace.com/johnhardmanband. JON WATSON - Boogie Woogie, jazz and blues piano and vocals. Taking bookings now. Solo or trio available 01432 266591 or 07954 288163 jon.watson4@talktalk.net LITTLE RUMBA A classy four piece band featuring Hugh, John Jacqui & Pete, from The Tango Band and The Rumbajax, playing moody, melancholy music everything from East European and South American to the Blues. Viola, violin, accordion, saxophones, guitar, vocals and bass. 01547 520339 www.littlerumba.com

BOB MARSHALL "The Entertainer" Solo vocalist/ guitarist/entertainer, performing an assortment of covers from 50s to the 90s, from The Monkees to Meatloaf and all sorts in between. Available for pubs, bars, weddings and parties etc. With over 25 years experience. “The Entertainer” always delivers a good time. Please phone for more details 01981 250775 / 07990 800217. Email: bob1marshall@hotmail.co.uk MELOMANICS Really fun duo, trio, or full Ceilidh band, more than just great music - stilts as well if appropriate! Modern, traditional and original tunes with a cosmopolitan flavour. (Specialité: Timoléon pour vos soirées Françaises). Ideal for parties, weddings, fund raising events, festivals, shows, pubs, restaurants etc. For info call Tim on 01743 719438 or Rich 01743 718612, email tim@melomanics.co.uk, website www.melomanics.co.uk A MONTH OF SUNDAYS With electric and acoustic guitars, mandolin, harmonicas, pipes, percussion and vocals, this Ledbury-based four/five piece ensemble plays fresh interpretations of folk, jazz and blues classics with a sprinkling of effulgent originals thrown in for good measure. For festivals, parties and pub bookings, call Marcus on 01531 635650 or Nick on 07938 889976, email info@amos-uk.co.uk, website amos-uk.co.uk facebook.com/amonthofsundaysuk MOSTLY JOHN CEILIDH BAND Cast aside that economic gloom. Why not let our merry minstrels, aided by the lovely Pammy (“no, no, no!”) restore your joie de vivre at your party, wedding or knees-up. Contact John 01588 661096. MUCH ADO - The band for your ceilidh or barn dance. 5-piece band with caller for ceilidhs, barn dances, weddings, parties, shows, fetes, etc. Contact Alan Oberman 01982 570432, email alan.oberman@gmail.com or Peter Watts 01497 831424, email peterwatts135@btinternet.com. See website www.muchadoband.com PICKIN’ IN THE KITCHEN PITK presents acoustic bluegrass music from the ‘Appalachian Mountains of Herefordshire’, featuring tight harmony singing, sparkling foot-tapping instrumentals and plenty of witty banter. This is a traditional six piece band, featuring fiddle, mandolin, 5 string banjo, guitars and double bass, playing classic American bluegrass (“folk music in overdrive”). Contact: pitk@banquo.co.uk or Bob on 01544 318513 or Ian on 01432 860221. SEAN SAYE Music from the 50’s, 60’s and 70’s. Great party music, capturing the retro vibe. Contact tel: 07588 409059 or email seansaye@yahoo.co.uk. Website www.seansaye.com. RHYTHM THIEVES Funky, folky and fun, The Rhythm Thieves, who have been gigging locally and nationwide, are a lively ‘must see’ band. Blending exceptional musicianship, intricate melodic counterpoint with John’s banjo to create an unforgettable but highly entertaining night out. Tel: 01568 770 134 www.rhythmthieves.co.uk SILVER BRANCH Ceilidh/folk band, complete with caller and PA system. Multi-instrumental 5-piece band playing traditional Irish/world music and contemporary tunes. David: 01981 540832, Anna: 07980 961187. SOLD ON SOUL Soul music function band available for weddings, parties, pub gigs and more! Playing all the great soul hits with a modern twist! Call 07761 387169 for bookings or email: soldonsoul@gmail.com SOUL SUPPLY 6-piece soul, Motown and R & B Party Band. Guaranteed to turn your event into a hive of nonstop dance floor activity. Available for weddings, parties and corporate events. Full PA, lights, staging and disco as required. 079905 75531 or 01568 708868 www.soulsupply info@soulsupplyband.co.uk

SPIRIT OF TANGO Stylish café-jazz trio with a Latin/ French flavour featuring Phil Bond (accordion), Dave Carroll (guitar), and Mike Green (double bass).Polished, ear-catching performances in styles from samba to Django unfailingly provide a lively ambience at private parties, weddings and corporate functions. Check us out at www.spiritof tango. co.uk Tel 01531 670623 or email david@carroll.org.uk STOMPING GROUND Lively 3 piece covers band. Classic soul, rock ‘n’ roll, funk, classic pop (Tom Jones, Spencer Davis etc). Fronted by drummer vocalist Richie Lund ex Soul Survivors. Just give us a corner of your bar or lounge and we WILL entertain you. Ideal for parties. Contact Richie 01584 811500 / 07817 620644 www.stomping-ground.co.uk SULTANA BROTHERS Fine R & B from one of the best bands around. Not to be missed! The ultimate foot-tappin’, hip-swingin’ party band. 01568 750633. Facebook facebook.com/thesultanabrothers TAFRAF (formerly A Band ‘n Hope). This long established local Youth Ceilidh Band can provide all you need for your Charity Ceilidh, wedding or private party. Contact Caller, Dave Rogers, on 07776 395070 for availability and rates. THE BOY & THE FLATPACK BAND: The Boy (aka Clive Williams) casts his ironic, lazy eye over the burning issues of today, whilst the Flatpack Band backing rummages through the toybox of pop with intricate horn & woodwind arrangements. Zany, relevant and danceable, this sustainably funny band is ideal for a party, festival or any environmentally conscious event. We can also offer a pedal-powered, off-grid PA option that won’t cost the Earth!! Telephone Richie on 01544 231236 or email: richie@momentary-lapse.co.uk THE TRENSETTS ROCK BAND: Good dancin’ good listenin’. Real authentic music. For parties, weddings, clubs, pubs. Reasonable fees. Contact Gwyn on 01686 625665 /07831 557292. THE VILLAGE QUIRE Thrilling unaccompanied harmonies - this twelve-voice ensemble bring you music from the West Gallery, Folk and Shape-note traditions, all woven together with words and stories from a time gone by performed by local actor Phil Smith. A selection of programmes and West Gallery workshops available to suit your event. “I liked the first song you did, then I liked the second... I kept waiting for one I wouldn’t like but there wasn’t one!” Dave/Cheryl on 01497 847676 or visit www.villagequire.org.uk to find out more. THE WAYNE MARTIN BAND Guitar slinging, sweat flying, energetic blues/rock ‘n’ roll. Featuring slide guitar, hammond organ, drums, bass and sax. 07747 877011, www.myspace.com/waynemartin. WHEN IN ROME Female fronted 4-piece. Songs to dance to from 60’s to present day. Available for pubs, parties and weddings. https://www.facebook.com/WhenInRomeTheBand info@cobnashstudio.com 07929 367366 or 07811 819871. PAUL WRIGHTSON Professional singer-guitarist with extensive repertoire; pop, rock, blues, standards, instrumentals and original compositions. Accomplished performer with wide experience of functions, parties and festivals. Tel 01584 876584, mobile 07729 059847, email paul.wrightson@gmail.com XL'S Maximum R'n'B, Feelgood Rock & Roll. 01588 650686. ZIGGY STARDUST EXPERIENCE The Spiders from Kington play early Bowie; from “Space Oddity” to “Aladdin Sane” in full costume! Available for festivals, gigs and parties. Release Your Inner Starman - Let All The Children Boogie! Call Richie Cotterill on 07777 661252.

theatre PERFORMANCE

March FOR ONCE PENTABUS THEATRE. A tender, heartbreaking and comic play which, through a series of intertwining accounts, cuts to the heart of a family and a community turned upside down by tragedy. 1 March - SpArC Theatre, Bishop’s Castle, 01588 630321. 2 March - Leintwardine VH, 01547 540627. 6 March - Pentabus Theatre, Bromﬁeld, 01584 856564. 7 March - Clee St Margaret VH, 01584 823609. 8 March - Farlow & Oreton VH, 01746 718642. 9 March - Edge Arts Centre, Much Wenlock, 01952 728911. 13 March - University of Worcester, 01905 855000. 14 March - Spring Bank Arts Centre, New Mills, 01663 308202. 15 March - Shardlow VH, 01332 792514. 16 March - Great Witley VH, 01299 896613. 21 March - Lyde Court, Hereford, 01432 357753. 22 March - All Stretton, 01694 723378. 23 March - Shobdon, 01568 708873. Arts Alive.

Thurs 7 & Fri 8 March THE BEAUTY MANIFESTO CONQUEST YOUTH THEATRE. In a near-future where difference is unacceptable, the Beauty Ambassadors strive to create beauty in all people and at any cost. Conquest Theatre, Bromyard, 7.30pm, £5, 01885 488575.

Until Tues 12 March BRECON WOMEN’S FESTIVAL A celebration of women in performance, art, literature, food, well-being and more... To mark International Women’s Day. www.breconwomensfestival.co.uk 01874 622800.

Fri 8 March SOLDIERS’ WIVES Five wives living on an army base somewhere in England. A front-line incident ricochets through their lives and each woman is forced to confront hidden and painful truths. Theatr Hafren, Newtown, 7.45pm, £10, 01686 614555.

Fri 1 & Sat 2 March FACADE THE CRASHMAT COLLECTIVE WITH TIPPLE’N’TIFFIN. An intimate and theatrical three course meal and circus performance, during which stories unfold in thrilling and touching ways, encircling you as you dine. Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 7.30pm, £25/£23 includes three-course meal, 01874 611622.

Fri 8 & Sat 9 March THE GOVERNMENT INSPECTOR ABERYSTWYTH ARTS CENTRE. Dubious political dealings, a rioting populace, mishandled money, panic. This fast-paced, entertaining black comedy features an electrifying cast and live Balkan-fused music. Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 7.30pm, £14/£12, 01874 611622.

Sat 2 March NUN THE WISER A true story of a showbiz agent who swapped premieres for prayers and spent a year in a convent. Written and performed by Triona Adams. Regal, Teme Street, Tenbury Wells, 7.30pm, 01584 811442. Sun 3 March WEST MIDLANDS YOUNG FARMERS DRAMA COMPETITION Made up from clubs throughout Herefordshire, Shropshire, Staffordshire, Warwickshire and Worcestershire. The Courtyard, Hereford, 01432 340555.

The Government Inspector

Tues 5 March FARM BOY NEW PERSPECTIVES & SCAMP THEATRE. Michael Morpurgo’s compelling sequel to the award-winning ‘War Horse’ is a moving account of the changing face of the British countryside. For ages 8+. Wyeside, Builth Wells, 8pm, £12/£10, 01982 552555.

Tues 12 & Wed 13 March THE GOVERNMENT INSPECTOR ABERYSTWYTH ARTS CENTRE. Dubious political dealings, a rioting populace, mishandled money, panic - sounds familiar? Theatr Hafren, Newtown, 7.45pm, £10, 01686 614555. Wed 13, Fri 15 - Sun 17 March WENLOCK OLYMPIAN LIVE ARTS FESTIVAL 2013 Music, Creative Writing and Dance. For more information and entry forms go to www.wenlock-olympian-society.org. uk/live-arts. The Edge Arts Centre, Much Wenlock, 01952 728911. Wed 13 - Sat 16 March NOT NOW DARLING OFF CENTRE THEATRE present this madcap British farce about mistresses and minks set in the London fur salon of Bodley, Bodley and Crouch. Savoy Theatre, Monmouth, 7.30pm, £8, 01600 772467. Thurs 14 March BACKGAMMON FOR BEGINNERS SO & SO CIRCUS. A military jet arrives in London and a bemused looking Iranian man steps on to the tarmac. He brings with him a complicated past from a culture which doesn’t slot very neatly into this one. Fusing drama, breathtaking acrobatics, live music and puppetry. Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 8pm, £10/£8, 01584 878141.

Thurs 14 - Sat 16 March HEREFORD COUNTY DRAMA FESTIVAL A showcase of local Herefordshire talent. The festival will see six winning one-act plays performed. The Courtyard, Hereford, 7pm, £8, or £21 for all three evenings, 01432 340555.

Thurs 21 - Sat 23 March CALENDAR GIRLS NORBURY THEATRE PLAYERS. When Annie’s husband dies of Leukaemia, she and her best friend resolve to raise money for a new settee in the local hospital.. Conquest Theatre, Bromyard, 8pm, £10/£9, 01885 488575.

Fri 15 March THE HUMAN RACE / A MOTHER’S RANSOM OWEN LEWIS’ PORTABLE THEATRE COMPANY present two one-act plays. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 8pm, £10, 01743 281281.

Fri 22 & Sat 23 March THE CURSE OF SHERLOCK HOLMES By Dhanil Ali. Somewhere between the fact and the ﬁction. The Curse of Sherlock Holmes follows Jeremy as he ﬁghts for his sanity... Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 8pm, £14/£12, 01743 281281.

Fri 15 March AR EICH MARCIAU (ON YOUR MARKS) THEATR ARAD GOCH. Performed in Welsh. Wyeside, Builth Wells, 2pm, 01982 552555. Thurs 21 March SHUTTERLAND Award-winning comedic, physical theatre. Unmissable. The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 7.30pm, £7 earlybird, £8 advanced, £10 standard, 01497 821162, www.theglobeathay.org Thurs 21 - Sat 23 March THE FULL BRONTE LITERARY CABARET SCARY LITTLE GIRLS. Cabaret-style celebratrion of the Brontes, their lives and times! Suitable for ages 12+. 21 March - The Talbot Theatre, Whitchurch, 7.30pm, £8/£7/£6/£25, 01948 660660. 22 March - Clungunford Parish Hall, 7.30pm, £8/£5, 01588 660126. 23 March - Garway Village Hall, 8pm, £8/£6/£25, 01981 580056. Arts Alive.

Sat 23 March HEREFORDSHIRE PERFORMING ARTS FESTIVAL The show will celebrate the highlights of the week with a performance of music, drama and dance. The Courtyard, Hereford, 7pm, £8/£6, 01432 340555. Sat 23 March NOW. HERE. DRAWN TO STARS. Dreaming of a voyage to ﬁnd ‘now’ and here’ Aimee Corbett found a Bayeux-style hobby horse called Marmalade and undertook a 200 mile Hobby Horse ride from Wales to London. This show is a what they discovered on their journey, both in the landscape and in the people they met. Assembly Rooms, Presteigne, 8pm, £8/£6, from Judge’s Lodging, 01544 260650 . Sat 23 & Sun 24 March LITTLE FOOT AND BLACK OUT INTERMEDIATE YOUTH THEATRE presents a double bill of work from the National Theatre’s Connections Festival. These are gritty pieces of theatre from mature young performers. Studio Theatre, The Courtyard, Hereford, 7pm, £5, 01432 340555.

For Once by Tim Price

A tender, heart-breaking and comic family drama about growing up and being alive.

‘A small, quiet cracker of a family drama... it has the lurking power of an unexploded bomb’.

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Thurs 28, Sat 30 March & Fri 26 April FINDING JOY VAMOS THEATRE presents its new full mask touring production: a funny, touching and heroic tale of adventure and dementia. 28 March - Brilley Village hall, 7.30pm, £8/£5, 01544 327227. 30 March - Market Theatre, Ledbury, 8pm, £12, students £6 for ages 12+, 01432 383663. 26 April - The Edge Arts Centre, Much Wenlock, 7.30pm, £10/£9, 01952 728911. Arts Alive. Fri 29 March GROWING OLD DISGRACEFULLY Written and performed by Virginia Ironside. When an angony aunt reaches sixty, she can lie like a trooper, jump off a bridge or take to the stage. Free drugs, fun funerals, grandchildren and sex. Blake Theatre, Monmouth, 7.30pm, £10, 01600 719401. Fri 5 April PUPPETRY OF THE PENIS An unforgettable evening of comic brilliance as two strapping Australians manipulate their genitals into various shapes, objects and landmarks. Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 8pm, £19.50/£18.50, 01874 611622.

MUSICAL THEATRE & OPERA Until Sat 2 March THE GONDOLIERS HEREFORD GILBERT & SULLIVAN SOCIETY. Set in Venice, with a witty storyline and lively songs. The Courtyard, Hereford, 7.30pm, Sat 2.30pm & 7.30pm, £16/£14, 27 Feb £14, matinee £14/£12, 01432 340555.

Fri 1 March WHEN ABEL MET CAIN RAPHAEL RODAN. An intense and gripping performance of myth, tales of wonder and real life stories. A powerful portrayal of the Israel/Palestine conﬂict. Suitable for ages 13+. 28 Feb - Burton Borough School, Newport, 7.30pm, £8/£5, 01952 386543. 1 March - Shipton Village Hall, 7.30pm, £8/£5/£25, 01746 712330. Arts Alive. Fri 1 & Sat 2 March BAD GIRLS - THE MUSICAL LUDLOW COLLEGE. The story of Wing Governor Helen Stewart as she battles with Prison Ofﬁcer Jim Fenner and falls for charismatic Nikki Wade. Contains strong language. Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 7.30pm, £8/£5, 01584 878141. Sat 2 March IN THE SPOTLIGHT THE VIV KELLY YOUTH THEATRE COMPANY. A showcase of music, song and dance featuring the talents and creativity of this vibrant young company. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £10, 01743 281281. Thurs 7 March THE GOOD OLD DAYS OF MUSIC HALL & VARIETY Starring Jimmy Cricket and support of singers, speciality acts, live band and songs. With special guest stars Sheps Banjo Boys. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 2.30pm & 7.30pm, £13.50, 01743 281281. Tues 12 March ELEMENTS THE HAMMOND, CHESTER. Highly talented graduate students perform a wide range of dance and musical theatre. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £12/£8, 01743 281281.

Wed 13 - Sat 16 March CHESS SHREWSBURY AMATEUR OPERATIC SOCIETY. Set at the height of the Cold War; Chess tells the extraordinary story of a romantic triangle that engulfs two top players, competing in the World Chess Championship. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, Sat matinee 2.30pm, £18.50-£12.50, 01743 281281. Thurs 21 - Sat 23 March ANNIE NEWTOWN MUSICAL THEATRE COMPANY. Set in New York City in 1933, ‘Annie’ tells the heart-warming ragsto-riches story of the lovable young orphan, who is determined to ﬁnd the parents that abandoned her. Theatr Hafren, Newtown, 7.30pm, Sat matinee 2.30pm, £11, family ticket £40, 01686 614555. Fri 22 March BACK TO BROADWAY Set against the back drop of New York’s Times Square. Featuring songs from Mamma Mia, Dirty Dancing, Les Miserables, Phantom of the Opera and more. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £19.50-£17.50, 01743 281281. Thurs 14, Fri 15, Fri 22 & Sat 23 March LONDON OMNIBUS WORCESTER GILBERT & SULLIVAN SOCIETY. A London based evening of music and laughter starting with ‘The Zoo’, an hilarious Victorian musical melodrama. The second half has songs from favourite musicals. 14 & 15 March - Conquest Theatre, Bromyard, 7.30pm, £8, 01885 488575. 22 & 23 March - Market Theatre, Ledbury, 7.30pm, £8, 01432 383663. Tues 26 March BTEC PERFORMING ARTS SHOWCASE An evening of song, dance and drama by Coleg Powys Performing Arts students. Theatr Hafren, Newtown, 7.30pm, £6/£4, 01686 614555. Wed 27 March GILBERT & SULLIVAN ABRIDGED Fun, zaniness and humour can be found while performing all fourteen operetta’s in ninety, hilarious minutes! Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £18-£16, 01743 281281. Thurs 4 April RENT GET YOUR WIGLE ON. A rock opera based on Puccini’s La Boheme and focuses on a group of impoverished young people living in the shadow of AIDS. For ages 15+. All proﬁts will be donated to the Severn Hospice. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £13, 01743 281281. Thurs 11 April THE WIND IN THE WILLOWS IMAGE MUSICAL THEATRE. An opportunity for everyone to take part. Some children will play rabbits, ducks and weasels on stage while the audience learns the chorus of songs. Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 2.30pm, £8, under 26s free, for ages 4+, 01874 611622.

CHILDREN’S THEATRE

Sun 10 March & Thurs 11 April THE ELEPHANT BRIDESMAID PEOPLE’S THEATRE COMPANY. This magical musical about weddings and wombats and the loveliest elephant in the world. 10 March - Market Theatre, Ledbury, 2.30pm, £8, children £7, family £28, 01432 383666. 11 April - Theatr Hafren, Newtown, 2.30pm, £8.50 adults, £7.50 children, family £28, 01686 614555.

Fri 29 March TIDDLER & OTHER TERRIFIC TALES FROM JULIA DONALDSON & AXEL SCHEFFLER. Sea, over land, on the farm and in the jungle, these tales are woven together with live music, songs, and puppets. The Courtyard, Hereford, 2pm, £10, family £36, 01432 340555. Wed 2 & Fri 5 April KID CARPET & THE NOISY ANIMALS Technological wizardry turns ordinary everyday toys into magical superstars with the aid of video camera, comedy and punk rock. 2 April - Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 2pm £10/£8, 01584 878141. 5 April - Wem Town Hall, 11.30am, £6/£5, 01939 238279.

DRAMA WORKSHOPS

Wed 26 March STAGE COMBAT Led by Hugh Farey. This workshop will cover the principles of stage fighting and encourage participants to develop or direct a fight of their own. Conquest Theatre, Bromyard, 7pm, free, but limited numbers, 01885 488575. Mondays YOUTH THEATRE Conquest Theatre, Bromyard. Ages 6-11m 4.30-5.30pm, ages 11-14 6-7.30pm, ages 14-18 7.30-9.30pm, £25 & £30 per term, 01432 340555. Mondays during term time PLAYHOUSE YOUTH THEATRE for 10-16 year olds. Develop performance, drama skills and confidence. New members welcome. 6.30-8.30pm at Leominster Community Centre. Termly/half termly fees, 01568 612583. Mondays APPLETREE THEATRE DRAMA CLUB Youth theatre workshops. Ages 7-11, 5.30-6.30pm, 11-16, 6.30-8pm. £50 per term. Ludlow Assembly Rooms, 01584 878141. Tuesdays THE ITC / IMPROV THEATRE For ages 11-25, quick-fire comedy theatre groups, £24 for 6 week block. SpArC, Bishop’s Castle, 3.45-5.15pm, 01588 630243. Tuesdays YOUTH THEATRE IN WIGMORE Wigmore group runs at Teme Valley Youth Project, 3.30-4.30pm for 6-11 year olds, 5-6.30pm for 11-16 years old. £40 per term. 01568 770110 or visit www.courtyard.org.uk Tuesdays MID POWYS YOUTH THEATRE 14-24 years. 7-9.30pm, The Drama Centre, Llandrindod Wells, 01597 824444.

Every Thurs ADULT DRAMA CLUB AT THE GLOBE IN HAY for anyone interested in having a lot of fun trying out some performance skills with Janine Sharp. The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 7-30pm-9-30pm. £6. Janine on 07733 055430. Alternate Wednesdays APPLESTROODLE IMPROVISATION THEATRE WORKSHOPS FOR GROWN-UPS! (16 plus). Elim Church Hall, Lower Galdeford, Ludlow, SY8 1RN. Term starts 19 Sept, 7.30-9pm, £5/session. No experience required, just sense of humour. Details on www.appletreetheatre.co.uk Wednesdays KINGTON YOUTH THEATRE With Kington Primary School. Wed - Years 5 & 6, 4-5.30pm. Years 7,8 & 9 5.30-7pm. Senior 7.15pm-8.45pm, £40 per term, 01432 340555. Wednesdays THE COURTYARD KIDS For reception - Year 2, led by Helen Durant, £65 per term. The Courtyard, Hereford, 01432 340555. Wednesdays and Fridays INTERMEDIATE YOUTH THEATRE Year 10s Wed and Year 11s Fridays. The Courtyard, Hereford, £60 per term, 01432 340555. Thursdays LUDLOW DRAMA WORKSHOP Appletree Theatre & Film, 15 Lower Galdeford, Ludlow, 7.30pm, all welcome, £5 per session, info@appletreetheatre.co.uk Thursdays and Saturdays SHROPSHIRE YOUTH THEATRE Providing training in a range of theatre skills for ages 5-25. All abilities welcome. The Hive, Belmont, Shrewsbury. Contact Maggie Love: 07813 026367. Tuesdays SENIOR YOUTH THEATRE The Courtyard, Hereford, £62 term, 01432 340555. Thursdays IMPULSIVE THEATRE COMPANY Theatre games and performance to develop the fundamental skills of improvisation theatre, including teamwork, storytelling, character development and more. For ages 13-19. The Hive, 5 Belmont, Shrewsbury, 5-6.45pm, 07916 277928. Fridays and Saturday JUNIOR YOUTH THEATRE For Year 3 - 9 led by either David Durant or Ellen Dorsett. The Courtyard, Hereford, £75 per term, 01432 340555. Saturdays PETERCHURCH DRAMA AND FUN CLUB Open to all abilities. For ages 6-12, 10am-11.30pm, £3 per session, 01432 340555. Every Saturday HAY YOUTH THEATRE AT THE GLOBE IN HAY for ages 7-11. Excl. half term, 10.30-12.30pm, £6. Loads of fun! Call Janine Sharp on 07733 055430.

Tuesdays YOUTH THEATRE Drama workshop for 7-14 year-olds after school. Ledbury Market Theatre, 01432 346526 or 01531 633760.

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Saturday 2nd March FUNNY WOMEN POETRY & BAKE FOR BOOKS With poets, Win Saha, Emma Purshouse and Jane Seabourne from Offa’ Press. This hilarious poetry event is free but tickets are limited and they are going fast. Tea and cakes on sale too to raise funds for Bookaid International. Hereford Library Woolhope Room, 2pm. Tickets are available from Hereford Library 01432 383600. www.facebook.com/herefordshirelibraries Until Tues 12 March BRECON WOMEN’S FESTIVAL A celebration of women in performance, art, literature, food, well-being and more... To mark International Women’s Day. www.breconwomensfestival.co.uk 01874 622800. Fri 8 March INUA ELLAMS’ THE 14TH TALE Fringe First winner Fuel Theatre brings a tale of hilarious exploits from the clay streets of Nigeria to the roof tops of Dublin and ﬁnally to London. Inua vividly recreates the characters that punctuated his upbringing in deft and beautiful poetry. Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 7.30pm, £10/£8, 01584 878141. Thurs 14 & Fri 15 March RED NOSE DAY 24 HOUR POETRY MARATHON Non-stop poetry reading led by Tigerﬁsh Tony Walton. Drop in any time, listen and/or read a poem yourself. Green Dragon Hotel, Hereford, 4pm Thurs to 4pm Friday, free, donations for Comic Relief. Fri 5 - Sun 7 April WENLOCK POETRY FESTIVAL 2013’s headliners include Benjamin Zephaniah, Ian McMillan, Matthew Sweeney, Frieda Hughes, Pascale Petit, Imtiaz Dharker, Sean Borodale, Martin Bell, Owen Sheers and Poet Laureate and Festival Patron Carol Ann Duffy. Workshops and quirky poetic happenings will be everywhere in this lovely town. Much Wenlock, www.wenlockpoetryfestival.org. 07561 208841. Sat 6 April EDWARD STOREY & TONY WALTON: A SHARED EXPERIENCE Two locally-based Pisces poets share a stage to read alternately poems of theirs that have something to say to each other in their themes and preoccupations. Bleddfa Centre for the Creative Spirit, 3pm, £10 includes light refreshments, 01547 550377.

Ian McMillan & Tony Husband Sat 6 April ANIMAL FARM Guy Masterson ignites this famous yarn brining a modern sinister relevance to Orwell’s masterwork using nothing but a bale of hay, some amazing sound effects and brilliant physical and vocal dexterity. Market Theatre, Ledbury, 8pm, £12, students £8, 01432 383663.

Comedy

Sat 2 March ANDREW LAWRENCE IS COMING TO GET YOU As seen on ‘Live at the Apollo’ and ‘Stand Up For A Week’. Savoy Theatre, Monmouth, 8pm, £15, students £13, 01600 772467. Fri 8 & Sat 9 March MATT HARVEY - WONDERMENTALIST Expect wordplay and wistfulness, poignancy and po-faced cheek, with poems and stories about IT and potatoes, petty theft and public nudity, streakers, superheroes and slugs. 8 March - Steiner Academy, Much Dewchurch, 7.30pm, £8/£5/£20, 01981 540221. 9 March - Chelmarsh Parish Hall, 7.30pm, £9/£6, 01746 861593. Arts Alive. Sat 9 March SEAN LOCK - PURPLE VAN MAN Filled with gags, opinions, deft observations and some silly voices. Savoy Theatre, Monmouth, 8pm, £17.50 from Car Care and DS Music, Monnow St or info@monmouthfestival.co.uk. Part of Monmouth Festival. Sun 10 March SEVERN JESTERS Featuring John Scott, Dan Bland, Jason Cook and MC Dan Nightingale. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 8pm, £8 in advance, £9 on the door, 01743 281281. Tues 12 March COMEDY & CURRY - TELFORD COMEDY CLUB Featuring headline act Masai Graham and your host, Ben Doyle. The Crown Inn, Oakengates, Telford, 8pm, 01952 610888. Fri 15 March IAN MCMILLAN & TONY HUSBAND WITH ‘A CARTOON HISTORY OF HERE’ The two top funny men reﬂect upon local stories, legends, rivers and romance, presenting poems and cartoons to go in a ‘fast-ﬂowing, rapid-rafting adventure’, offering cartoon, comedy, poetry and improv. Drama Studio, Gwernyfed High School, 7.30pm, £10/£8, 01497 847426. Glasbury Arts.

Sun 17 March CHRIS ADDISON Daftness! Whimsy! Jokes! Smartarsery! All present and correct. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 8pm, £20, 01743 281281. Mon 18 March COMEDY NIGHT One compare, three comedians, chicken and chips! Housmans Cafe Bar, Church Stretton, £12 including food. Food 7.15pm, comedy 8pm, 01694 724441. Thurs 21 & Fri 22 March RUSSELL KANE - POSTURING DELIVERY ‘What if I’m one of the guys who never has a baby? Why is this not a male subject?’ Russell plans to give birth live on stage and then raise it! The Courtyard, Hereford, 8pm, £18.50, 01432 340555. Wed 27 March COMEDY CLUB Featuring MC Erich McElroy, with Rich Wilson, Adam Hess, Harriet Kemsley and Loretta Maine (aka Pippa Evans). Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 7.30pm, 01584 878141. Mon 8 & Tues 9 April LEE HURST - TOO SCARED TO LEAVE THE HOUSE Lee Hurst casts his comedy eye over the many end-ofthe-world scare stories from acid rain and global warming to bird ﬂu and mad cow disease. 8 April - Theatr Hafren, Newtown, 8pm, £14/£12, 01686 614555. 9 April - Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 8pm, £14/£12, 01874 611622. Fri 22 March JIM DAVIDSON - THE LEGEND CONTINUES New stories and new gags. For ages 18+. Regal Cinema, 47-49 Teme St, Tenbury Wells, 7.30pm, £20, 01584 811442.

Fri 1 March KERALA & THE COLOURFUL KATHAKALI THEATRE A talk and slide presentation by Robin Thorndyke. Larruperz Centre, Ross-on-Wye, 7.30pm, all welcome, members £2.50, visitors £4.50 including interval refreshments, 01432 840294. Ross Arts Appreciation Society. Sat 2 March TONY DITCHAM Tony Ditcham will be signing and chatting about his new book ‘A Home on The Rolling Main: A Naval Memoir, 1940-1946’ Courtyard Antiques, High St, Presteigne, 11am-1pm. Sat 2 March JUST A (MARMALADE) MINUTE As part of the annual Marmalade Festival, an evening of entertainment where contestants are challenged to speak for one minute without hesitation, deviation or repetition on any subject, all with a vaguely marmarlade theme. Conquest Theatre, Bromyard, 7.30pm, £8, 01885 488575. Tues 5 March & Tues 2 April BRECKNOCK DECORATIVE & FINE ARTS SOCIETY LECTURES 5 March - Shafts of Light: The Phenomenon of Mining Art. 2 April - The Turner Prize Explained. Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 2.30pm. Annual membership £40, visitors £7.50 per lecture, 01874 731221, www.bdfas.org.uk Tues 5 & 12 March LUDLOW LECTURE 5 March - South Shropshire Churches since the Reformation. Talk by Tim Bridges. 13 March - The Story of Church Stretton. Talk by Tony Crowe. Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 10am, £4 per lecture, 01584 874990.

Sat 23 March LLOYD LANGFORD - RARE BIT Expect a delicious mix of jokes, stories, observations, ad-libs, one-liners, accents, theories, topical gags and self-depreciation. Savoy Theatre, Monmouth, 8pm, £9, 01600 772467. Sat 23 March & Sat 20 April JOSH WIDDICOMBE Josh deals with his inability to embrace adventure in his life, his continued frustration with everything he comes into contact with. 23 March - The Edge Arts Centre, Much Wenlock, 8pm, £12, 01952 728911. 20 April - Wyeside, Builth Wells, 8pm, 01982 552555. Fri 5 & 19 April COURT LAUGHING COMEDY CLUB 5 April - Ed Gamble, Mark Smith and MC Phil Wang. 19 April - Tom Craine, Haley Ellis and MC Ahir Shah. The Courtyard, Hereford, 8.30pm, £11.50/£10.50, 01432 340555.

Talks

Fri 1 March BORDERLINES FILM FESTIVAL Chris Menges in Conversation with Francine Stock. With two Oscars for cinematography, (The Killing Fields and The Mission). The Courtyard, Hereford, 8.15pm, £6.80/£5.80, 01432 340555.

Thurs 7 March & Thurs 4 April LUDLOW ART SOCIETY TALK 7 March - Annual General Meeting. 4 April - A Brush with my Pad. Talk by Tom Crowe, an artist who uses his iPad as an effective tool to capture art. Members £2, non-members £3 on the door. Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 7.30pm, 01584 878141. Thurs 7 March JAKE HOBSON: THE ART OF CREATIVE PRUNING Sidney Nolan Trust Sculpture Programme. Combining technical skills, anecdotes and beautiful images, Jake Hobson gives a fresh perspective on pruning to inspire gardeners and artists alike. Assembly Rooms, Presteigne, 7pm, £5, students £3, 01544 260149. Sat 9 & 16 March THE VERY REVD NICK BURY Formerly Dean of Gloucester Cathedral, will be discussing the art historical representation of the Last Supper to coincide with The Last Supper exhibition at St Michael’s Church Discoed. St Andrew’s Hall, Presteigne, 4.30pm, no prior booking required, donations only. Tues 12 March SAME SEX MARRIAGE A seminar led by Very Revd. Dr Jeffrey John, Dean of St Alban’s. College Hall, Hereford Cathedral, 7pm, free, though donations invited. Booking required, 01432 374225. Wed 13 March LUDLOW CIVIC SOCIETY LECTURE Sean Ward lectures at St Lawrence’s Church, Ludlow, 7.30pm, open to all, £2 members, £3 non-members, 01584 878141. Thurs 14 March KENTON COOL EVEREST! Kenton will be talking about his many Everest experiences. Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 8pm, £14/£12, 01874 611622. Fri 15 March A CARTOON HISTORY OF HERE Radio 3’s Ian McMillan and Private Eye’s cartoonist Tony Husband. Drama Studio, Gwernyfed High School, Three Cocks, near Glasbury, 7.30pm, £10/£8, 01497 847426. Glasbury Arts. Fri 15 March THE BRECKNOCK SOCIETY & MUSEUM FRIENDS The Llangorse Crannog and Vicking Age Britain by Dr Mark Redknap. Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 7.30pm, free, 01874 611622. Wed 20 March TEME VALLEY DECORATIVE AND FINE ARTS SOCIETY LECTURE ‘The Pre-Raphaelites and their Women.’ Lecture by Ms Viven Heffernan BA, tutor at Essex and Cambridge Universities. Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 2/15pm, £6 on the door, 01584 711477. Thurs 21 March CHRIS PACKMAN’S WILD NIGHT OUT! An entertaining and informative look at some of nature’s most popular and interesting species, illustrated with his superb photographs. Suitable for all the family, with time for questions at the end. Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 7.30pm, £12/£10, 01584 878141.

Fri 22 March KEVIN WALKER: A WALK IN THE PARK A professional walking guide, outdoor instructor and author of many books. In this illustrated talk, Kevin will guide his audience around the Brecon Beacons National Park. Wyeside, Builth Wells, 7.30pm, 01982 552555. Sat 23 March ANNUAL ART LECTURE Sarah Siddons: Her Life & Portraits. An illustrated lecture by William Gibbs with actress Caroline Mitchell. Glasbury Village Hall, 10.30am coffee, 11am lecture, 12.30pm buffet lunch, £16/£13, 01497 847426. Glasbury Arts. Mon 8 April THE MAPPA MUNDI A start of a series of four weekly lectures on the Mappa given by Sarah Arrowsmith, the cathedral’s Education Ofﬁcer. College Hall, Hereford Cathedral, 7pm, free, donations invited. Thurs 11 April ISRAEL & PALESTINE: THE HOLEY(?) LAND Canon John Armson, Vice-Principal of Westcott House Theological College talks about his ﬁrst-hand experience of the Israel/Palestine situation. Library Reading Room, Hereford, 7pm, £5, booking essential, 01432 374225.

Workshops & Courses 9 March WRITING AS A CREATIVE PROCESS Four sessions with tutor Annette Ecuyere. Paradise Farm, Slough Rd, Presteigne, 07795 112431. Course with University of Aberystwyth Lifelong Learning. Wed 13, Fri 15 - Sun 17 March WENLOCK OLYMPIAN LIVE ARTS FESTIVAL 2013 Music, Creative Writing and Dance. For more information and entry forms go to www.wenlock-olympian-society.org. uk/live-arts. The Edge Arts Centre, Much Wenlock, 01952 728911. STORYTELLING WORKSHOPS IN HEREFORD Learn a new skill and develop personal creativity. Dates for 2013 - March 16th, May 18th and 19th and Oct 6th. Also sessions for Early Years; Primary Schools; Forest Schools; Special Needs and new Community Performances. www.storyspace.co.uk Every Tues READING ROOM The Courtyard, Hereford, 10.30am-12.30pm, £48 per term, 01432 340555. First Wednesday of the month AYMESTREY POETRY GROUP Bring a poem to share or your own or an old favourite. The Riverside Inn, Aymestrey, 8pm. Tony Walton 01568 770177 or Meg Cox 01568 708160. First Wednesday of the month POETRY CAFE Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 7pm, 01584 878141. 1st & 4th Thurs of each month PHILOSOPHY CAFE With philosopher Sean O’Donaghue. The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 8pm, free, 01497 821762. 4th Thurs of each month HAY-ON-WYE AMNESTY GROUP The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 7-8pm, 01497 821153. International Poetry Writers’ Collective: Abergavenny 01873 856350 Leominster Writers' Circle, Leominster Community Centre, 01568 610451. Mid-Border Arts Writers’ Circle, Presteigne 3rd Tue, Assembly Rooms, 7.30pm. 01544 260255 Tenbury Writers’ Group Tenbury Library, 01584 812585. Border Poets 01547 530380.

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Went’s (Wentes) Meadow & The Community Orchards E

VERY place has a history. It is a history that we tend to tell from the perspective of fellow humans, but if the Pale Tusker moth, recently found living happily in the community orchards of Went’s Meadow, were able to speak, perhaps it would tell a very different tale. I don’t actually know. This particular moth has refused to speak to journalists. Presteigne has a proud and turbulent history, including battles and sieges and all manner of skirmishes between Marcher lords, famous Princes and the spirited Owain Glyndwr, not to mention numerous town council elections and other local incidents. By the 19th century, the Went family appears in the pages of Presteigne history. Francis Went, for example, was a blacksmith and he had the contract for “ironing” the prisoners in the County Gaol. William Went 1791 - 1857, on the other hand, was a baker and inspector of weights and measures. This is the family who gave their name to Presteigne’s much loved meadow. Skipping a century or so, the Presteigne time team re-appears, tardis-like, in the year 1990 AD. In this year, Colin Kirkby approached Trevor Price who kindly agreed to sell Presteigne and Norton Town Council the three acres of Lower Went’s Meadow, which was opened for the use of the Town in 1992. Then, in 1996, Arthur Wilding kindly offered to sell Upper Went’s Meadow to the town. Eddie Taylor organised the fundraising and funds were found to buy it in 1997. Today, it is community land, owned and maintained by Presteigne and Norton Town Council and lying between the south bank of the River Lugg and the north-western edge of Presteigne. Over the years, the meadow has acquired a community barn surrounded by the Ligne garden (dedicated to our Twinned town in France), a skate board park, a mountain bike track, allotments, a stage area, a totem pole carved by a wood carver called Harry and a big wooden crocodile or is it actually a giant lizard? Green Door is not sure. Many events are held in Went’s Meadow, including the fantastic annual festival called Sheep Music. But this is the story of the Community Orchard on Went’s Meadow. Millennium Orchard & Mill End Cider Orchard 2000 Traditional orchards are a much loved and important part of our countryside, providing delicious fruit to eat, and also refuge for all kinds of plants, insects, birds and small animals. Sadly, although they were once a common sight in the landscape, many traditional orchards have now gone. So in December & January 2000/01 the Town Council planted a new orchard on Went’s Meadow, which was paid for by a grant of £725 from The Trees for Life Programme.

Old Mayor’s Orchard 2011/12 In January 2011, Colin Kirkby, Mayor at that time, got the funding to plant another group of trees opposite the Cider Orchard. Unfortunately these trees were all stolen and never traced, in spite of a reward being offered. Bulmers then kindly donated 3 dessert apple trees and John Wilding gave 4 damsons, 2 walnuts, a mulberry and a quince to replace them. In early spring 2012, this section was extended, with more half-standard trees bought from the Bulmer’s nurseries. The trees are widely spaced to leave ample spacing for events. When the fruit is ripe, it’s there for anyone to help themselves. Presteigne’s Orchardeers hold regular seasonal events on the meadow: Pruning in spring Apple Day in autumn Wassail in winter The group have mapped and named all the trees too, with the details available in Presteigne library. This March you are invited to attend the all-important annual Presteigne Community Orchard Pruning session, Saturday 2 March, 11am - 1pm On Went’s Meadow, Presteigne. Everyone welcome. Come along and help and learn how to prune fruit trees. Rachel Francis, Sharpening Pencils

Green Events MEDITATION, TAI CHI AND LAUGHTER THERAPY DAY RETREAT One day retreat taster of therapeutic activities taught by experienced teachers. Camp ﬁre, refreshments, nature walks and activities at The Gleanings. £45. Contact Julia Walling for booking and info on 01584 874636 E: info@woodsforwellbeing.com Sat 2 March PRUNING SESSION Community Orchard, Wentes Meadlow, Presteigne, 11am - 1pm. Come along to learn, help or just watch for 10 minutes or as long as you can spare. Bring sharp secateurs & loppers. 01544 267997. Thurs 7 March WOOD MATTERS An evening of talk and discussion on today’s wood fuel industry in Wales and the Marches, covering environmental, commercial and domestic issues. With speakers, Andy Grundy from Midlands Wood Fuel; a speaker from Organic Energy, Welshpool and a speaker from Woodfuel Wales. Montgomery Town Hall, 7pm, free, but donations welcome, 01588 630683, www.lightfoot.org.uk Fri 8 March THE GLOBE MYSTERY MOVIE An award-winning documentary with a recycling theme. The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 8pm, free, 01497 821162, www.theglobeathay.org

Sun 31 March - Fri 5 April OUTBACK2BASICS PRIMITIVE LIVING SKILLS With guest tutor, Lynx Vilden. Six-day basic primitive skills course for anyone who enjoys being outside and has an interest in learning sustainable skills. Little Wenlock, £375 all inclusive. www.outback2basics.co.uk or email outback2basics@gmail.com or 01952 878135. Tues 2 April ECO-FASHION WORKSHOP Spend a day with a fashion designer to create stunning pieces of textile art with recycled materials. Make stylish home and fashion accessories. For ages 8-13 year olds. The Hive, 5 Belmont, Shrewsbury, 10am-3.30pm, £17.50, 01743 234970. March - May BEEKEEPING FOR BEGINNERS Interested in keeping bees but need more information before you do? Our six meeting ‘Bee Ready’ course covers all that you’ll need to know before getting your own bees in 2013. Four theory sessions in March, based in an award-winning eco-café on the Herefordshire/Worcestershire border, and two opportunities to handle bees under supervision in our own apiary in April/May. Knowledge, advice and plenty of encouragement for all would-be beekeepers. Details, contact Robin Hill on 01886 884752 or email hill_phillipson@btinternet.com.

Local Environmental Groups Presteigne Freegle (formerly Presteigne Freecycle) Terry Wells 07766 097600 www.freegle.in/presteigne Transition in Hay-on-Wye, Stephen Ainsleigh Rice, 01497 820332 and tthayonwye@googlemail.com Hay-on-Wye Friends of the Earth, meets on 3rd Thursday every month at Kilverts Hotel, Hay-on-Wye. 01497 82153 gareth@cyrusgardendesign.co.uk Hereford Christian Ecology Group, usually meets on 2nd Tuesday evening of the month. 01432 279740. Transition Ledbury Paul/Beverley Kinnaird 01531 634788 or transitionledbury@googlemail.com. Transition Leominster, Regular meetings, contact Ann Ashley, 01885 420473 or Anne Adams, 01568 780886. Wasteless Society - www.wasteless.org.uk - WS Office - 01588 630683 or 01588 630760 - info@wasteless.co.uk Knucklas Castle Community Land Project (KCCLP), secretary Kevin Jones, 01547 520266, www,knucklascastle.org.uk, info@knucklascastle.org.uk Hereford Carbon Rationing Action Group www.carbonrationing.org.uk - Vey Straker - T: 01432 840955 - M: 07961 125470 - vey.straker@virgin.net Kington Local Environment & Energy Network (KLEEN) meets regularly 2nd Thursday of every month, 7.30pm, The Oxford Arms, Kington. Planning local action, supporting initiatives, open to all. Contact kleen@momentary-lapse.co.uk Teme Valley Environment Group - Anne-Mary Davies 01547 528833 Will O’Leary - 01547 528792 amdskyborry@hotmail.com www.tveg.org.uk Transition Presteigne meets first Thurs of every month, (except Jan, April & Aug), Wine Bar, Presteigne, 7.30pm, 01544 267768 or email transitionpresteigne@gmail.com Green Presteigne - Nigel Griffin - 01544 267437 - nigel. griffin@btopenworld.com www.greenpresteigne. wikispaces.com. Ludlow Cycling Support Group - Peta Sams, 01584 876818, ludlowcsg@gmail.com. Aims to encourage, promote and develop cycling as a safe, healthy and popular means of transport within Ludlow and its environs. Ludlow LA 21 - David Currant - 01584 875501 davidcurrant@phonecoop.coop, www.ludlow21.org.uk Shrews. Friends of the Earth - http://www.shrewsfoe.org. uk- Frank Oldaker 01743 260971 frankoldaker@yahoo.co.uk

Herefordshire Friends of the Earth - http://www.herefordshirefoe.org.uk - Paige Mitchell - 01432 277857 co-ordinator@herefordshirefoe.org.uk Household Energy Service, The Old Primary School, Church St, Bishop’s Castle - T: 01588 630683, email: info@h-e-s.org, website www.h-e-s.org Herefordshire Action for Mammals (HAM) Dave Smith, 7 Primrose Close, Hereford HR2 7QX. Tel. 01432 266937 davetreesmith@aol.com https://sites.google.com/site/herefordshiremammals/ Abergavenny & Crickhowell Friends of the Earth www.monmouthshiregreenweb.co.uk - Barry Greenwood - 01873 852245, bgreenwood@ntlworld.com LLES – Llanidloes Energy Solutions - www.lles.co.uk - Diana Berriman - 01686 411128 - ofﬁce@lles.co.uk Brilley Mountain Eco - (Brilley and Michaelchurch Environment Group) - Peter Davies, 01497 831376, peterandgilldavies@hotmail.com Golden Valley Environment Group - Vanessa Hembling, 01981 550377, golden_valley@mail.com, www.goldenvalleyenvironmentgroup.org.uk Transition Hereford - Charlotte Lake 01432 343577 www.transitionhereford.org Rea Valley Environmental Group (ReaVEN) Aims to promote sustainability and environmental concerns throughout the Rea Valley. reaven@live.co.uk. Radnorshire Wildlife Trust - 01597 823298, info@rwtwales.org, www.rwtwales.org Presteigne Freecycle for Presteigne and surrounding area, groups.yahoo.com/group/presteignefreecycle. For other areas www.freecycle.org Upper Onny Wildlife Group. Meetings at The Crown Inn, Wentnor, Bishop’s Castle. Species surveys, recording and training (mostly summertime). John Muller email: jmuller983@gmail.com

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ACCREDITED COUNSELLOR AND THERAPIST, experience of all ages including young people, and of individuals, couples and groups, offers confidential sessions, short or long-term, in the Knighton and Presteigne areas. Richard Lewis MSc (Intergrative Psychotherapy), PG Dip (Supervision), MA, FTCL, FRSA, British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy and United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy. 01547 510360 or 07951 304457. A is for ACUPUNCTURE with Joanna Bruce RGN, B.Ac, M.B.Ac.C. Traditional Acupuncture for pain management, acute and/or chronic health problems. Phone for free initial discussion on 01568 709142. Stoneleigh, Kingsland, HR6 9QS. registered and insured with the British Acupuncture Council since 1986. ACUPUNCTURE. Sandy Sandaver Lic Ac MBAcC. I practice an integrated style of acupuncture using 5 element and TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) and am a member of the British Acupuncture Council. I also carry out home visits. Hay Acupuncture Clinic, Rose Cottage, Cusop Dingle, Hay-On-Wye 01497 821625/07980 596218 sandysandaver@onetel.com or www.hayacupunctureclinic.co.uk A.P. VET LTD Veterinary Acupuncture and Physiotherapy, broad range of conditions treated including Musculoskeletal, gastrointestinal, respiratory and skin. Team approach to rehabilitation for horses and dogs to get your athlete back into action. www.ap-vet.co.uk, 01497 851608. ALEXANDER TECHNIQUE in Hereford. Individual lessons and small groups with Ann Rowan MSTAT. BA. ARCM, 01432 279536. ALEXANDER TECHNIQUE in Leominster HR6 8QJ. Individual lessons with Janet Jameson MSTAT. 01568 613467. ALLERGY TESTING: Susan Hough Dip.A.E.T. qualified 1999, uses the Vega system to test over 100 items. For an appointment or further information call 01584 819507, susanhoughallergy@yahoo.co.uk, www.susanhoughallergy.co.uk ALTERNATIVE THERAPIES combined with energetic healing enhance own ability to heal oneself. Background in nursing and midwifery. Works from Eardisley, Herefordshire, HR3 6NJ. Reflex therapy (Reflexology), Baby reflex, preparation for a gentle birth (Geyarani method), Crystal therapist, Flower and Crystal remedies. Ring Judith Davies 01544 327022. Creative-healing@talktalk.net AROMATHERAPY & REFLEXOLOGY TREATMENTS OFFERED IN LUDLOW. Aromatherapy is the use of essential oils extracted from plants, which have a number of properties, that may when used help improve overall emotional health. Reflexology can be a wonderfully relaxing treatment that in turn may help relieving everyday tension. Both treatments may aid you in your overall improve sense of well being. Contact Emily Baker BA Hons, MIFPA, MAR and CNHC registered, on 01584 529053 or 07775 652993. ATHENE COUNSELLING - specialising in issues related to baby loss, infertility, chronic ill health, rape, abuse, accidents, other traumas and crises. Leominster, can do home visits locally. Alison Sutton (PG Dip Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy, MSc in Advanced Nursing, RGN). 07789 322771 or athene.counselling@gmail.com BEAUTY AND HOLISTIC THERAPIES with our highly qualified and experienced Therapists at Herbfarmacy, 22 Broad Street Hay-on-Wye. We have regular monthly offers, more details on our website www.herbfarmacy.co.uk or phone 01497 820749. BOWEN TECHNIQUE - JOY PEARMAN. Also reflexology, Pilates and Zumba classes. Ledbury, Bromyard, Ludlow,

Leominster, Hereford areas. 01432 820484. JENNY BULLOUGH Yoga tuition and therapy. Small group classes & individual tuition for special needs. 01497 831416 CLAIRVOYANT MEDIUMSHIP AND TAROT READINGS with Gina Murray, also animal mediumship and animal communication within Hay on Wye tel:07812 /035459 www.ginalmurray.com or email ginalmurray@gmail.com. COGNITIVE BEHAVIOUR THERAPY for depression, anxiety, panic, stress, OCD, relationship problems and more! Also, couple counselling, relationship counselling and individual counselling for most issues. Sessions held in the Presteigne area, Leominster and Hereford. Please contact Gail Venables on 01544 350384 or see webpage for more info www.cbtgail.co.uk. mbacp (Accred). CHIROPRACTIC:McTimoney technique Phil Elliott BSc(Hons) Chiropractic MMCA, LCC. Registered with the General Chiropractic Council McTimoney Chiropractic is a gentle whole-body manipulative technique, which aims to realign the body, relieving pain and increasing mobility. For conditions, including back, neck and shoulder pain, that can benefit from chiropractic see the McTimoney Association website at www.mctimoneychiropractic.org. I also use massage techniques to complement the McTimoney technique. Clinic in Leominster. To talk, book or arrange a free 20 min discussion: 07840 733275 CHILD & ADOLESCENT PSYCHOTHERAPY Specialist in treating & assessing children & young people with mental health or behavioural issues or dealing with distressing situations. I also offer support to parents, carers and adopters (providing them with a space to think separately about their children) or work with parents/carers and children together. I am also able to help mothers and babies with attachment issues. I can provide supervision to other therapists, consultations and training to professionals. Based in Hay-on-Wye and Hereford, I can provide services throughout the area. ACP accredited. Valérie Mortin BSc. 07961 885646 or 01981 500500. E: vivalavie@yahoo.com COUNSELLING... WITH A DIFFERENCE Empathic, confidential counselling from an experienced and fully qualified counsellor using Emotional Freedom Technique to help release blocked emotions and traumas. Sarah Amatt MBACP. E: www.thinkingfreedom.co.uk. T: 07964 448203. Shrewsbury & Bransford (Worcester). COUNSELLING: Space for you to explore issues that are troubling you in a confidential, safe, supportive and nonjudgemental environment. I offer short and long term, low cost, individual integrative counselling. I have experience of working with a range of issues including anger, anxiety, bereavement, depression, disability, eating disorders, low selfesteem and confidence, illness, relationship problems, selfharm, sexuality and stress. South Shropshire/Powys borders. Alison Trott FdA (Counselling), MBACP registered. Contact space4ucounselling@yahoo.co.uk 07791 013587. COUNSELLING IN LUDLOW area. Talk in complete confidence, with warmth and without judgement, with Julia Walling BA(Hons), PGCE, Dip.EH.P.NLP (BHR), MAC. In private practice for 25 years, I am trained in a wide variety of therapies and combine them to meet your needs. Clients consistently report improvements in wellbeing within a few sessions. Panic/anxiety specialist. Short and long term for individuals, couples and families. 01584 874636 07796 596451 julia.walling@btinternet.com and www.juliawalling.co.uk

COUNSELLING & PSYCHOTHERAPY. Therapist with 14 years experience working with individuals and couples. Integrative approach. Short or long term. Available Hereford, Leominster and Presteigne area. Marian Gillett M,A. (Psychotherapy) Dip. (Psychotherapy) Cert. Couple Counselling (Relate), MBACP, UKCP registered 01547 517169. COUNSELLING PSYCHOTHERAPIST. Confidential 1-1 person-centred counselling for all individuals. Short or long-term. Space for you to look at any aspects of your life that are troubling you. South Shropshire/Newtown area. Home visits available. Alison Trott FdA (Counselling), CBT (cert), Bereavement (cert), MBACP registered. trott912@btinternet. com or 07791013587. CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY with Mike Hadden RCST, based In Hereford, a gentle but profound way to reconnect to Health and well-being. To find out more tel: 01432 261222 or email: mike@herefordcraniosacral.co.uk EMOTIONAL THERAPY Anne Cummings MFET (Adv Dip) BAoG (Dip). Safe, effective therapy to improve and enhance personal potential. Specialist knowledge and experience with panic attacks, anger issues, severe anxiety, bullying, bereavement and depression. If you have difficulty relating to others, or persistent, troublesome emotions call Anne on 01547 530977. See also www.thewritetofeel.com ESOTERIC SOUL HEALING in Bishop’s Castle. A transformational healing method for helping a wide range of spiritual, emotional and physical difficulties. Gentle, safe and nourishing. Contact Philomena Houlihan-Wood B.A., Cert. ESH, Dip.Couns. Tel: 01588 638242. Philomena@soul-healing.net Web: www.soul-healing.net FLOWER ESSENCES THERAPY. Essences provide us with a readily accessible means to support and maintain our emotional well-being. One-to-one sessions for personal development, and small group workshops (introductory and advanced) in Ross-on-Wye. I work with a wide range of essences from the UK and around the world. Contact: Jill Stern, BFVEA (adv), KFRP : 01989 563147 www.bfvea.com HAY CLINIC, THE CENTRE FOR NATURAL HEALTH: Acupuncture, Colonic Hydrotherapy, CrainoSacral Therapy, Massage, Reflexology, Hopi Ear Candling, Facials, Waxing, Mediumship, Tarot Readings etc. The Pavement, Hay on Wye, HR3 5SS tel. 01497 847808. HEALING ENCOUNTERS: Soul Realignment, Soul Profiles, clearing restrictions at a Soul level. House Healing - geopathic stress, earth energies. We can tune-in to you and change energies. Tel 01584 892049. Healingencounters.co.uk HOLISTIC MASSAGE with Jessica Pailthorpe MTI Helping you to feel more aligned, spacious, looser, grounded and calm. Can also help with problems/injuries. Jess is an experienced therapist who has studied a range of bodywork approaches which she integrates into her practice. Clinic in Leominster. To talk or book: 01544 387950 www.touchtreetherapy.co.uk HOLISTIC MASSAGE Marian at Silvan Massage and Bodywork (MTI). Therapeutic touch through massage, stretching and releasing techniques. For relaxation of tight muscles, improved circulation, greater flexibility, reduction of stress and the bringing about of a quieter mind. Clinics in Presteigne and Clun with home visits and on-site available. marian@silvanmassage.com or 07816 981454. HOMOEOPATHY: Annabel Stacey ACH. Homoeopathy supports the body’s own efforts to heal itself and can be used effectively to treat both emotional and physical disorders. Treatment is adapted to the individual needs of each patient, taking all their symptoms into account. If you would like to find out more or make an appointment please contact me on 07960 865564 or annabelstacey@yahoo.co.uk (clinics in Ludlow and Shrewsbury).

HOMOEOPATHY Sandy Underhill RSHom. Homoeopathy is a system of medicine which involves treating the individual with highly diluted substances, given mainly in tablet form, with the aim of triggering the body’s natural system of healing. Based on their individual symptoms, the homeopath will match the most appropriate medicine to each patient. Clinics in Llandrindod Wells, Kington and Presteigne. 01597 851021. JENNIFER HODGE DO Registered Osteopath. Cranial Osteopath. The Old Rectory, New Radnor 01544 350241. KUNDALINI YOGA IN & AROUND KINGTON Yoga and meditation classes for adults, pregnancy, babies, tots and teens. Beginners welcome! Georgie also teaches in schools, offers private yoga therapy and doula birth and breastfeeding support. 01544 231304 or 07807 550653. www.healingspirits.co.uk. LEOMINSTER NATURAL HEALTH CENTRE: Qualiﬁed therapists offer acupuncture, structural re-alignment, medical herbal medicine, remedial and holistic massage, reﬂexology, ear candling, reiki, psychotherapy, cognitive behaviour and couple counselling, hypnotherapy, health kinesiology, nutrition at the Leominster Natural Health Centre, Community Centre, Leominster, 01568 616411, www.leominstercommunitycentre.com. MARIE HUDSON. Yoga classes in Presteigne and Titley. One-to-one tuition available for individual needs. Registered Association for Yoga Studies practitioner. Registered with Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council for Yoga Therapy. 01544 260352. MASSAGE THERAPY Injuries, stress, relaxation. Claire Williams I.T.E.C. / N.I.M. 01544 267172. Clinics in Presteigne, Ludlow and Hereford. MEDITATION FOR WELLBEING Meditation is a gentle but powerful tool for health, wellbeing, problem solving and a better quality of life. I have been teaching meditation for 25 years to individuals and groups and can now offer A UNIQUE TRAINING for you to set up and run your own group. Easy organisation, minimal cost, ongoing support. I can visit you by arrangement. For info. please contact Julia Walling on 01584 874636, 07796 596451, julia.walling@btinternet.com or via www.meditationforwellbeing.co.uk

The Yoga Practice Small group classes, individual tuition Jenny Bullough (Hay-on-Wye) 01497 831416 jennybullough@hotmail.com Marie Hudson (Presteigne) 01544 260352 marieh279@googlemail.com Mike Young (Golden Valley) 01981 541003 mike@yogaskies.co.uk Belinda Jobst (Hereford) 07971 677113 be@nutritionalshift.com Nicky Jaques (Moccas) 07817 268689 nixen60@hotmail.com Jill Bonner (Ross-on-Wye) 01989 750410 healthyspineyoga@gmail.com Louise Grifﬁths (Brecon/Sennybridge) 07891 689957 yogalouise@live.co.uk

Body. Breath. Mind. Heart. www.theyogapractice.org.uk

NUTRIONAL THERAPY Would you like to know how to make the most of what you eat? Would you like help with choosing the foods that might suit you best? Would you like to understand why your food choices are important? Do you simply have an interest in how foods may affect you and your body? Phaedra Bushby 07794 476892. Consultants available in Leominster, New Radnor and Worcester. bushbybaby@hotmail. co.uk, www.phaedrabushby.webs.com PHYSIOTHERAPY, CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY, REFLEXOLOGY & YOGA with Hermione Evans, Chartered Physiotherapist at Radnor Physiotherapy. For all back and neck pain, headaches, sports injuries, RSI, stress related illness and more. To discuss your needs or to make an appointment, please phone 01544 350691 or email contact@radnorphysiotherapy. co.uk or view www.radnorphysiotherapy.co.uk PAMELA SPENCELEY MNIMH Medical Herbalist and Allergy Therapist 01568 770614 / 01584 878123 PSYCHIC READINGS: Clairvoyance, Tarot & Astrology (tape inc). Gifted & compassionate reader with over 20 yrs professional experience. Personal readings from home (near Hereford); at Zenith in Leominster on Thursdays; & telephone readings. ROWIE (M.BPRB) 01432 820684. REFLEXOLOGY including auricular reflexology and fertility/ maternity reflexology. Qualified 2003. Experience of working with people with physical and learning disabilities. Catherine Brown, FHT MA, 07960 989894. Home visits available, (Ludlow area). SIAM SMILE TRADITIONAL THAI MASSAGE BY (GAN) JANYARAK MORRIS. Stressed out? Neck and shoulders tension from too much time on computer? Low back pain? Or just want to pamper yourself? I can help! I am qualifiled in Traditional Thai Massage, Reflexology-Foot Massage, and Aromatherapy. Certificates recognized by the ministry of education in Thailand. Ground Floor, 3 Broad Street, Knighton LD7 1BL. Tel: 07538 572123 or (eve) 01547 550249 www.siamsmile.org.uk SOUND HEALING TRAINING & VOICE WORKSHOPS: UK College of Sound Healing training Parts 1-5; Primrose Earth Centre, near Hay-on-Wye; regular Monday evening Sound and Voice workshops 8-10pm, contact Paul Benham: 01497 847636; paul.benham33@gmail.com www.primroseearthcentre.co.uk SPIRITUAL HEALER Naturally gifted in releasing emotional grief in present and past lives. 22 years professional experience with physical and mental health. Private healing sessions and talks given. Gillian Williamson, MNFSH. Field House, Kinnerton. 01547 560874. SPIRITUAL MEDIUM - Emily Baker, clairvoyant, clairsentient, and clairaudient, spiritual art, offering individual or party bookings. For more information call Ludlow 01584 529053 or 07775 652993.

“NUTTERS” LICENSED WHOLEFOOD COFFEE SHOP

We are a friendly wholefood cafe tucked behind Church St. near Hereford cathedral in our own walled garden which is ﬁlled with ﬂowers in the summer. All food is homemade in our kitchen. Some of the scrummy things we produce are quiche, homity pies, sweet potato slice, Moroccan pie and soup, all served with fresh tasty salads. Come in for a great coffee and indulge in a piece of cake or a delicious scone. Wheat free and vegan diets catered for too!

Visit us at Capuchin Yard, Church St, Hereford Telephone (01432) 277447

Workshops WORKSHOP LISTINGS - Single listings are free. Year round, ongoing workshops will cost £40 per year for inclusion in the magazine and website. Mon 4 & Tues 5 March MOVEMENT INTO MEDITATION We will explore how sound, movement and meditation can lead us into deep relaxation and stillness. Christmas Cottage, Adforton. Mon 6.30-7.30pm, Tues 10am-11am, £5 per session. For further information contact Annette 01568 770436 email gooldena1@btinternet.com Fri 15 March JUNG & SPIRITUALITY A lecture with Julienne McLean. Depth psychology and the Christian contemplative tradition. College Hall, Hereford Cathedral, £10, further details 01981 510393. Mondays YOGA AT MOCCAS VILLAGE HALL Small group class in the evenings, suitable for anyone, with or without experience. Please contact Nicky Jaques for further details 07817 268689, nickyjaquesyoga@gmail.com Wednesdays MINDFUL MEDITATION Upstairs at Ludlow Women’s Centre. Every Wednesday at 3pm. Just come along or contact Julia Walling for more info on 01584 874636. Fridays MEDITATION CLASSES IN LUDLOW New for 2012 these meditation classes are suitable for everyone, including beginners. Classes are led by Kadampa teacher Mandy Nicol and include guided meditations and discussion. 1.00 - 2.30pm at the Friends Meeting House, St Mary’s Lane, Ludlow SY8 1DZ, cost £5 (£3 unwaged). For more information call 01384 569956 or visit www.meditatejlc.org.

Volunteers Urgently Needed

Just an hour a week with the Powys Good Neighbours Scheme can reduce isolation and make a huge difference to someone who has no friends or relatives living close by. This valuable service provides practical support to older and vulnerable people and enables them to reconnect with their local community and remain independent.

Can you help?

For further details please call 01597 824931 or visit wrvs.org.uk Full training will be given and out of pocket expenses reimbursed.