WHAT’S ON 2018 -19
Bringing our community together
WELCOME TO THE INAUGURAL ISSUE OF 'WHAT'S ON'. This brochure captures the sheer breadth of experiences and opportunities that are available to our pupils between September 2018 and July 2019 and we welcome our parents and Old Breconians to come and enjoy them with us. CCB is an incredibly vibrant and exciting place to be and the activities and opportunities outside the classroom are just as important as academic studies. We invite you, our wider CCB community, to come and share in all that goes on at this wonderful school. If you see particular events you would like to come to, please do get the dates in your diary and we look forward to welcoming you in the coming months. Gareth Pearson Head CHRIST COLLEGE BRECON | WHAT’S ON 2018/19
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SEPTEMBER 2018
THE SOCIETY OF FRIENDS FAMILY SHEEP RACING NIGHT 15 September 2018 After the success of last year’s event, the Family Sheep Racing night is back! Bring the kids, meet new people, have some fun and a flutter, this is a great way for families to socialise. Bring a plate of food to share.
Y Neuadd Goffa: The Memorial Hall, 6pm Free - contact ruthbowenjazz@btinternet.com
1993 OB REUNION 15 September 2018 The Class of 1993 will return to Christ College after 25 years and revisit old haunts.
Dining Room, 7pm Contact Huw Richards on oba@christcollegebrecon.com
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THE SOCIETY OF FRIENDS OF CHRIST COLLEGE BRECON AGM 16 September 2018 You are warmly invited to the Friends Annual General Meeting. Cheese and wine reception. All welcome, especially new parents.
Clive Richards Room, 6pm friends@christcollegebrecon.com
CARDIFF OB LUNCH 21 September 2018 The annual Cardiff lunch takes place again at the Cameo Club in Pontcanna. Many thanks to owner and OB Huw Davies (DHB, 81-84). All local OBs welcome.
Contact Huw Richards on oba@christcollegebrecon.com
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OCTOBER 2018 MUSIC AWARD HOLDERS’ CONCERT 5 October 2018 Solo and ensemble items from pupils across the school who currently hold a Music award.
Y Neuadd Goffa: The Memorial Hall, 7pm Tickets are complimentary but please book via
Ticketsource. For more information please contact music@christcollegebrecon.com
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LORD ATKIN LECTURE 12 October 2018 This year we welcome Gerard Elias, CBE QC who is a leading criminal barrister with a career spanning almost 50 years and an involvement in some of the most important cases on the Welsh Circuit. His practice since 1996 has largely been dominated by major public inquiries including the North Wales Child Abuse Inquiry, where he was leading counsel; the Bloody Sunday Inquiry and the Baha Mousa Inquiry. He was a Deputy High Court Judge and a Recorder and is a former Leader of the Wales and Chester Circuit. He chaired Sports Resolutions UK.
Y Neuadd Goffa: The Memorial Hall, 7pm Tickets are free and parents are welcome, but please register your place by emailing head@christcollegebrecon.com
SWANSEA OB LUNCH 12 October 2018 The annual Swansea lunch takes place at The Dragon Hotel. All local OBs welcome.
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INTER HOUSE INSTRUMENTAL COMPETITION 19 October 2018 The annual house competition for instrumental solo and ensemble performers takes place in Y Neuadd Goffa: The Memorial Hall. Parents and friends of the school are welcome to attend. There are no tickets for this free event. Early arrival is recommended as pupils from the houses will also want to attend to support their friends and space will be limited.
Y Neuadd Goffa: The Memorial Hall, 7pm
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NOVEMBER
CRAWSHAYS
WELSH YOUTH RFC 21 November 2018
OCTOBER
RUGBY REUNION 19 October 2018 The 1st XV from 60, 50, 40 and 30 years ago return to reminisce over past victories and exploits.
Dining Hall, 7pm Contact Huw Richards on
oba@christcollgebrecon.com
This is an invitational side without a home ground, encouraging young rugby talent from all over Wales. Traditionally the club plays fixtures against Welsh independent schools, although they often visit other countries too. A key fixture in the Welsh rugby calendar.
Christ College Brecon, kick-off 2.30pm
For further details please
contact james.reynolds @christcollegebrecon.com
DECEMBER
CCB 1ST XV V THE ORATORY SCHOOL IN CARDIFF
5 December 2018 The fourth annual match v 1st XV Oratory School in Reading. Open to all parents, pupils and OBs.
Cardiff Arms Park, kick-off 7pm Contact james.reynolds
@christcollegebrecon.com
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NOVEMBER 2018
INTER HOUSE SINGING COMPETITION 21 October 2018 The House Singing Competition is a highlight of the Christ College Music calendar. Not only is this event a celebration of House spirit, teamwork, and musical talent, but it also tests courage, commitment, organisation, and ingenuity. Each House will perform a unison song and a part song, and before the adjudication there will be some musical entertainment from an instrumental ensemble. The event takes place in the Sports Hall and tickets are strictly limited to two seats per family (three tickets for those with children in the school).
Sports Hall, 7pm Tickets are free but please book via Ticketsource.
Contact music@christcollegebrecon.com for more information
ORCHESTRAL & CHORAL CONCERT 23 November 2018
Christ College singers and instrumentalists come together for a spectacular celebration of the joy of music making in Brecon Cathedral. As well as instrumental items, the concert features a performance of the Africaninspired Zimbe! by Alexander L’Estrange, for SATB Choir, Children’s Choir and the Call Me Al Jazz Quintet. Christ College musicians will be joined by young singers from several other invited schools. 8
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Brecon Cathedral, 7pm Tickets are £10 for adults and free for under 18’s. Please book via Ticketsource. Contact: music@christcollegebrecon.com for more information
DECEMBER 2018 SENIOR SCHOOL PRODUCTION, THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA 6/7/8 December 2018 In collaboration with the Music department this year’s senior school production will be The Phantom of the Opera which promises to be a thrilling and entertaining night out at the theatre. Don’t miss it!
Y Neuadd Goffa: The Memorial Hall, 7pm For full ticket information please contact music@christcollegebrecon.com Tickets can be booked via Ticketsource.
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CAROL SERVICE, BRECON CATHEDRAL 14 December 2018 Join us at Brecon Cathedral for a memorable service to celebrate the festive season. Families are warmly encouraged to attend. There will be refreshments in the dining hall afterwards.
Brecon Cathedral, 10.30am More information will follow from the Head’s office
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JANUARY 2019 FOUNDERS LUNCH IN CARDIFF 11 January 2019 A wonderful event at the Cardiff & County Club to celebrate this most important date in the school’s history. Open to all OBs and parents.
Drinks at 1pm followed by lunch Contact Huw Richards on oba@christcollegebrecon.com CHRIST COLLEGE BRECON | WHAT’S ON 2018/19
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FEBRUARY 2019
THE SOCIETY OF FRIENDS BLACK TIE DINNER AND AUCTION 16 February 2019 This glittering event will take place at The Castle in Brecon to raise money to benefit the pupils of CCB. The evening will start with a drinks reception and music from pupils. Guests will enjoy a three course meal and will be able to bid for some wonderful items and experiences, led by our charismatic auctioneer Andrew Morgan. Sponsored by Alcait Investments Ltd.
The Castle Brecon, 7pm £35 per person or £385 for table of 12 if booked by 31 Oct 2018. Ticket
price includes drinks reception, three course meal with wine. There will also be a bar. Contact: Rhian Pearson on rhianpearson@outlook.com
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TOURNAMENT 24 February 2019
CCB’s Invitation Senior Rugby 7s is the most prestigious schools rugby competition in Wales. It welcomes 20 of the top rugby playing schools in Wales and England including many who will expect to win the National 7s at Rosslyn Park. This will be the 28th year that this competition has been held and it is a firm favourite in the sporting calendar.
For more information please contact
james.reynolds@christcollegebrecon.com
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MARCH 2019
INTER HOUSE ART 14 March 2019 Viewing of this year’s House Art Competition exhibition, including winners’ announcement and prize giving. All parents welcome.
Powell Gallery, 6pm Tickets not needed
CHRIST COLLEGE INSTRUMENTALIST OF THE YEAR COMPETITION
18 March 2019 The annual search to find the outstanding solo instrumental performer in the senior school. The Intermediate round takes place in the afternoon, before the Advanced round in the evening.
Y Neuadd Goffa: The Memorial Hall, 4pm and 7pm Tickets not needed. Complimentary glass of fizz provided, courtesy of the Society of Friends
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INTER HOUSE
SPEECH & DRAMA FESTIVAL 28 March 2019 A chance to see the spectacular array of student-led work from this year’s festival.
Y Neuadd Goffa:
The Memorial Hall, 7pm
Tickets not needed
CHRIST COLLEGE SINGER OF THE YEAR COMPETITION 25 March 2019 14
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This evening always shows off singing at its very best in the gloriously supportive acoustic of the Christ College Chapel. We are most grateful to Creative Risk Solutions for their generous sponsorship of the Christ College Singer of the Year Competition. The winner of the competition receives The Dargavel Trophy, a magnificent prancing horse which is named after the late Tom Dargavel, who did so much to support the Creative Arts here at Christ College. The Intermediate round takes place in the afternoon, before the Advanced round in the evening.
The Chapel, 4pm and 7pm. Tickets not needed
SPORTS DAY
MAY 2019
4 May 2019 The Senior School Sports Day, a lovely event to kick off the bank holiday weekend, will once again be held at Penlan athletics track in Brecon. Families are invited to cheer on their sons and daughters and the Society of Friends will be on hand selling refreshments.
Penlan Athletics Track, Brecon More info to follow from the Head’s office
2009 REUNION 11 May 2019 We welcome back the class of 2009 for their 10 year reunion
Dining Hall, drinks 7pm followed by dinner Contact Huw Richards on oba@christcollegebrecon.com CHRIST COLLEGE BRECON | WHAT’S ON 2018/19
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MUSIC DEPARTMENT CONCERT 17 May 2019 A celebration of the work of our regular ensembles, including: Symphony Orchestra; String Orchestra; Senior String Quartet; Senior and Junior Wind Sinfonias; Brass Ensemble; Guitar Ensemble; Senior, Intermediate and Junior Percussion Ensembles. The concert also features performances from the winners of the Lent term solo competitions.
Y Neuadd Goffa: The Memorial Hall, 7pm Tickets are complimentary but please book via Ticketsource.
For more information please contact music@christcollegebrecon.com
OB DAY 12 May 2019 Our older Breconians return for the day which starts with Matins in the Chapel at 11.00am, followed by lunch and COBS v 1st XI cricket match in the afternoon.
The Chapel, 11am Contact Huw Richards on
oba@christcollegebrecon.com
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20TH ANNIVERSARY OF DONALDSON’S HOUSE 11 May 2019 For all past and present Donnies girls, please join us for a celebration of 20 years of Donaldson’s House. Cream tea and bubbly in the Dining Hall plus of course a visit to Donnies and much more. More details to follow.
Dining Hall, 3pm Contact: emma.blatt@christcollegebrecon.com
JUNE 2019
THE SOCIETY OF FRIENDS
ELECTRIC 80S TRIBUTE BAND 8 June 2019 Come and join us for an evening of live 80s music. Philip Jones and his band take a break from performing in Cardiff to come and perform 80s classics that you won’t be able to stop yourself from dancing along with!
Y Neuadd Goffa: The Memorial Hall, 7.30pm Contact: friends@christcollegebrecon.com for ticket information CHRIST COLLEGE BRECON | WHAT’S ON 2018/19
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ALWAY PRODUCTION:
BEAUTY & THE BEAST 28/29 June 2019 Once again Alway present a delightful musical theatre performance which is sure to be an uplifting treat for all.
Venue: Y Neuadd Goffa: The Memorial Hall, 7pm, 2pm Complimentary tickets but please book via Ticketsource 18
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JULY 2019 ART EXHIBITION 5 July 2019 Before the end of the year celebrations, the Art department will display the wonderful work from this year’s Art and Photography exam submissions.
The Powell Gallery, 7pm Tickets not needed
END OF YEAR CONCERT 4 July 2019
We mark the departure of some of our most senior musicians with a concert of solo and chamber music, as well as a traditional finale of light-hearted and poignant fun from the Chamber Choir.
Y Neuadd Goffa: The Memorial Hall, 7pm Tickets are complimentary but please book via Ticketsource.
Contact music@christcollegebrecon.com for more information.
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SENIOR SCHOOL
PRIZE DAY & LEAVERS BALL 6 July 2019 A wonderful opportunity to look back at the year and celebrate academic and co-curricular achievements with a guest speaker, formal speeches and prize-giving. This is followed by the leavers ball in the evening for all lower and upper sixth formers and their parents.
Sports Hall and Marquee More info to follow from the Head’s office
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