Theatr Brycheiniog Autumn 2011

THEATR BRYCHEINIOG BRECONlABERHONDDU AUGUST - DECEMBER l AWS - RHAGFYR 2011

RUSSELL MID WALES OPERA KANE MADAM BUTTERFLY NATIONAL DANCE COMPANY WALES THE MANFREDS AL MURRAY

BRECON BAROQUE FESTIVAL THE PUB LANDLORD

THE STATE BALLET ACADEMY OF MINSK - THE NUTCRACKER

AN EVENING OF BURLESQUE

JETHRO ROY ORBISON THE MAGIC OF MOTOWN

DR & THE MEDICS XMAS PARTY

PIAF - THE SONGS JOE PASQUALE

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EXHIBITIONS AUTUMN 2011 IN THE ANDREW LAMONT GALLERY TUESDAY 6 SEPTEMBER 11.00AM - 4.00PM

A SHOWCASE FOR TALENT - ARTS AND CRAFTS EXHIBITION BRECKNOCK NADFAS Members of Brecknock NADFAS are displaying a wide range of their own original work throughout the gallery. Open to the public and refreshments are available all day.

ENTRANCE £1.00 WEDNESDAY 7 SEPTEMBER - WEDNESDAY 5 OCTOBER

WHERE THE AIR IS RAREFIED A COLLABORATION BETWEEN PRINTMAKER PAT GREGORY AND POET SUSAN RICHARDSON This exhibition examines the metaphorical significance of ‘the North’ a concept that has very different resonance for different geographies and cultures.

FRIDAY 7 OCTOBER - THURSDAY 22 DECEMBER

SPACE INTO PLACE: LANDSCAPE TO PAINT A SERIES OF EXHIBITIONS BY PATTI KEANE AND FRIENDS OCTOBER: An exhibition of watercolour/pen and ink illustrations and drawings.

NOVEMBER: CARLY DONNA EVANS/PATTI KEANE A two man show from Carly Donna Evans and Pattie Keane of large paintings/prints and constructions , abstracted from landscape, featuring a totally new body of work from both artists.

DECEMBER: A collection of paintings, prints, relief sculptures and dreamings, as Christmas approaches and the animals in the zoo peep through their cages at a frosty world.

BRECON ARTS FESTIVAL

22 - 30 OCTOBER WWW.ARTBEATBRECON.CO.UK Patti Keane, who will be exhibiting at Theatr Brycheiniog, will be holding a workshop day for children on Thursday 27 October covering cartoons and illustration, using storyboarding, comic strip and more...

Contact Cathey Morgan on 01874 622838

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WYNEB NEWYDD YN THERE’S CHANGE IN THEATR BRYCHEINIOG! THE AIR AT THEATR B! Mae Andy Eagle, cyfarwyddwr y theatr ers un mlynedd ar ddeg, wedi gadael i gymryd swydd newydd yng Nghanolfan Gelfyddydau’r Chapter, ^ y byddwch am ymuno â ni i Caerdydd. Rwy’n siwr ddiolch iddo am ei holl waith caled yma yn Aberhonddu, ac yn arbennig am ddenu rhai cynyrchiadau gwych i’r rhan yma o Bowys, a dymunwn yn dda iddo i’r dyfodol.

Y cyfarwyddwr newydd yw Paula Redway, gynt o’r Ludlow Assembly Rooms yn Swydd Amwythig sy’n dod i Theatr Brycheiniog gyda llwyth o brofiad a chynlluniau cyffrous i’r dyfodol. Estynnwn groeso cynnes iddi i Aberhonddu ac edrychwn ymlaen at weld y lle gwych hwn yn mynd o nerth i nerth.

Mae Theatr Brycheiniog yn edrych ymlaen at eich croesawu chithau hefyd. Mae rhywbeth at ddant pawb yma yn y ganolfan gelfyddydau yn Aberhonddu yr hydref hwn!

Andy Eagle, the theatre’s director for eleven years, has departed to take up a new post at Chapter Arts Centre in Cardiff. I am sure you will join us in thanking him for all his hard work here in Brecon - in particular for some of the outstanding productions he has brought to this corner of Powys - and wishing him all the best for the future.

The new director is Paula Redway, formerly of Ludlow Assembly Rooms in Shropshire, who comes to Theatr Brycheiniog with a wealth of experience and exciting plans for the future. We welcome her to Brecon and look forward to her carrying on the success of this fabulous venue.

And Theatr Brycheiniog looks forward to welcoming you too. There’s something for everyone this autumn - why not take a look.

Recognised as a Regional Performing Arts Centre by the Arts Council of Wales Cydnabyddir gan Gyngor Celfyddydau Cymru fel Canolfan Ranbarthol y Celfyddydau Perfformio

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WEDNESDAY 31 AUGUST 7.30PM

THURSDAY 1 - SATURDAY 3 SEPTEMBER

WIBIDI

HARP SUMMER SCHOOL

PLUS SPECIAL GUESTS

A new project founded by Super Furry Animals members Daf and Cian. They’re back to the street, starting afresh with something very special. This is a new musical collaboration from some top musicians.

TICKETS £8.00 IN ADVANCE BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50P

Presented by Theatr Brycheiniog and Glasbury Arts, this three day event features Katherine Thomas, Harriet Earis and Gwenan Gibbard as tutors and performers. There will be workshops and masterclasses.

THURSDAY 1 & FRIDAY 2 SEPTEMBER

MASTERCLASSES AND WORKSHOPS AT GWERNYFED HIGH SCHOOL Designed to provide learners with a wide range of ability and experience. A unique opportunity to improve harp playing across a number of the instrument’s genres, including Welsh harp, classical harp and jazz harp.

TICKETS (INCLUDES REFRESHMENTS) £50.00

Prosiect cerdd newydd gan aelodau’r Super Furry Animals

SATURDAY 3 SEPTEMBER

‘HAVE A GO’ DAY AT THEATR BRYCHEINIOG

Age14+ (ID required)

If you’ve ever wondered what it would be like to play the harp, this is your chance. Everyone welcome, no experience necessary. The sessions will be led by students of The Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama.

FREE ENTRY

To book or for more information, please contact Cathey Morgan on 01874 622838 SATURDAY 3 SEPTEMBER

CONCERT AT THEATR BRYCHEINIOG A day of rehearsals for Harp School Students will be followed by an evening concert featuring a varied programme performed by students and tutors.

TICKETS £10.00 CONCESSIONS £7.50 UNDER 18S £5.00 BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50P

Ysgol Haf y Delyn

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SUNDAY 18 SEPTEMBER 7.00PM

SOLOISTS OF THE

MID WALES CHAMBER ORCHESTRA Clarinet Quintet Flute and Harp Concerto (chamber arr. by Derek Smith) Brahms Clarinet Quintet Weber Mozart

Marcia Crayford (violin), Jessica Beeston (viola), Moray Welsh (cello), Keith Slade (clarinet), Jasna Nadles (flute), Lucy Gould (violin) and Katherine Thomas (harp) SATURDAY 10 SEPTEMBER 7.30PM

THE JOHNNY CASH STORY BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND With backing from The Lazy Boys, Roger Dean will keep you spellbound with his knowledge of the country music legend. Between singing classic numbers such as Big River, Ring of Fire, I Walk the Line, Sunday Morning Coming Down and Hurt, Dean describes Johnny’s rise from poverty stricken beginnings in rural Arkansas to world stardom.

MWCO opens its 2011/12 season with two great chamber works for clarinet alongside Mozart’s glorious Flute and Harp Concerto in a wonderful new arrangement by Derek Smith.

MWCO IS ORCHESTRA IN RESIDENCE AT THEATR BRYCHEINIOG TICKETS £14.50 CONCESSIONS £12.00 UNDER 18S £2.50 BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50P

Cyngerdd o gerddoriaeth glasurol gan Gerddorfa Breswyl Theatr Brycheiniog

If you saw the film Walk The Line, then you will not want to miss this fantastic show!

‘Tenderness and fun, style and verve… and oh, what songs!’

The Financial Times Ayton West © 2011

TICKETS £16.50 CONCESSIONS £14.50 BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50P

Teyrnged i seren poblogaidd canu gwlad.

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TUESDAY 20 SEPTEMBER 8.00PM

FRIDAY 23 SEPTEMBER 7.45PM

RUSSELL KANE

ROCK’N’ ROLL PARADISE

MANSCAPING

Join Fosters Comedy Award Winner and star of loads of stuff on telly, Russell Kane as he mercilessly explores the ridiculous state of masculinity in the modern world.

He shaves his chest fur; you watch and laugh.

‘A seriously good comedian’ The Times TICKETS £17.50 BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50P

Comedi digrifwr byd y teledu

There’s no plot, no storyline, simply a rock ‘n’ roll show where the music plays the leading role.

An incredibly talented cast bring to life the hits of Elvis Presley, Buddy Holly, Jerry Lee Lewis, Roy Orbison, Eddie Cochran and The Big Bopper. Backed by a superb 5 piece band, this show will have you up on your feet dancing in the aisles. Prepare to rock your socks!

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Noson hoff ganeuon Roc a Rôl

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SATURDAY 24 SEPTEMBER 7.30PM

MID WALES OPERA

MADAM BUTTERFLY

BY PUCCINI With some of the most sumptuous music ever written for the opera stage, including the dramatic soprano aria One Fine Day, this brand-new production will be an intimate, beautiful and heart-rending experience for opera-goers old and new.

Sung in English.

TICKETS £19.50 CONCESSIONS £17.50 BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50P

Opera mawreddog gan gantorion gborau Canolbarth Cymru.

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TUESDAY 27 SEPTEMBER 7.45PM

Twelve spectacular dancers perform Ohad Naharin’s Black Milk & B/olero, the gorgeous Quixoteland by Gustavo Ramírez Sansano and a brand new work from choreographer and dancer Eleesha Drennan with a production that delights the senses.

‘Pure contemporary genius’ The Guardian There is a 1.00pm open class available for artists and photographers to sketch or photograph company dancers. Free to ticket holders.

TICKETS £12.50 CONCESSIONS £11.50 UNDER 18S/ SCHOOLS £6.00 BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50P

Cwmni o fri yn cyflwyno dawnsiau newydd cyfoes

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Neus Gil Cortés. Photography: Roy Campbell-Moore

NATIONAL DANCE COMPANY WALES

SUNDAY 2 OCTOBER 7:30PM

THE MANFREDS HITS, JAZZ & BLUES TOUR

Original Manfred Mann members Paul Jones, Mike Hugg and Tom McGuinness are joined by Rob Townsend, Marcus Cliffe and Simon Currie as the exciting new line-up of The Manfreds. They will be performing many of their hits along with a mix of jazz and blues songs from some of their best-known albums.

TICKETS £18.50 CONCESSIONS £16.50 BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50P ^ Grwp pop Prydeinig yn perfformio

THURSDAY 29 SEPTEMBER 7.45PM

PATRICIA ROUTLEDGE AND PIERS LANE ADMISSION: ONE SHILLING

The extraordinary story of Myra Hess and her famous wartime National Gallery concerts.

In Dame Myra’s own words (compiled by her greatnephew, composer Nigel Hess) with piano music by Bach, Beethoven, Schubert, Brahms, Schumann and Chopin, we hear how the ‘great adventure’ of these 1600 lunchtime concerts began, and how it continued while bombs rained down on London.

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WEDNESDAY 5 OCTOBER 7.30PM

A MAPPA MUNDI / THEATR MWLDAN CO-PRODUCTION

MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING Shakespeare’s popular comedy tells of two pairs of lovers. Headstrong Beatrice and proud Benedick live in staunch denial of their true feelings for each other, whilst lovesick Claudio and sweet, naive Hero are head over heels with devotion. But the path of true love never runs smooth...

Set in post-war Britain, this classic play promises plenty of scope for Mappa Mundi’s unmistakable style.

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Supported by the Welsh Assembly Government and the Arts Council of Wales through the National Performing Arts Touring scheme.

TICKETS £14.50 CONCESSIONS £13.50 BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50P

Un o’r hoff ddramâu Shakespearaidd gan gwmni gwych

SATURDAY 8 OCTOBER 7.30PM

PAUL ZERDIN Arguably Britain’s most talented and leading ventriloquist and comedian. Paul was by far the stand out performer of the 2009 Royal Variety Show and after a complete sell-out Edinburgh Fringe Festival, he is taking his show on a UK tour.

Come and see Paul and friends, the cheeky and lovable Sam, Albert, Baby and a few new tricks up his sleeves…

FRIDAY 7 OCTOBER 7.30PM

‘It is Zerdin’s sharp script that is the heartbeat of the show’ The Times

SPEAKERS FROM THE EDGE

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JULIE SUMMERS

Sesiwn doniol yng nghwmni tafleisiwr adnabyddus.

EVEREST NEEDS YOU, MR IRVINE

The disappearance of Mallory and Irvine close to the summit of Mount Everest in June 1924 is perhaps the most compelling, the most romantic and the greatest unsolved mountaineering mystery of all times. Writer, broadcaster and historian Julie Summers, Irvine’s great niece and biographer, brings alive one of the most exciting stories linked to Mount Everest.

‘This is a truly wonderful lecture...’ Sir Chris Bonington TICKETS £14.50 CONCESSIONS £12.50 BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50P

Straeon cyffrous â chysylltiad â Mynydd Everest BOOK TICKETS ONLINE www.theatrbrycheiniog.co.uk

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THURSDAY 13 & FRIDAY 14 OCTOBER 7.45PM

EARTHFALL

AT SWIM TWO BOYS To coincide with the 10th anniversary of the same title novel by Jamie O’Neill, Earthfall revive their award-winning production.

‘Violence, tenderness, passion and humour collide in this super, charged performance’ The Times

Staged entirely in water, and set against the backdrop of the Easter Rising in Ireland, this tender and visually beautiful production previously toured to sell-out audiences.

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Set in Ireland in 1916, the work juxtaposes the developing love affair between two young men with political turmoil in Ireland and the slaughter on the Western Front – contrasting the dream of national liberation and the search for personal freedom.

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Datganiad dawns o stori garu drasig.

An Earthfall/Theatr Brycheiniog co-production

SATURDAY 15 OCTOBER

OXJAM

Oxjam Brecon, now in its third year, is a multi venue charity music festival in aid of Oxfam GB. There will be over fifty music and comedy acts appearing in Brecon between 2.00pm and 11.00pm.

Festival tickets gain access to all six venues and are available in advance from the Theatr Brycheiniog Box Office or online via www.oxjambrecon.com FESTIVAL TICKETS £7.00

SUNDAY 16 OCTOBER 6.30PM

LLANDOVERY COLLEGE SENIOR SCHOOL PRODUCTION

LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS Books & lyrics by HOWARD ASHMAN Music by ALAN MENKEN Based on the film by ROGER CORMAN Screenplay by CHARLES GRIFFITH Originally produced at the Orpheum Theatre, New York City, by the WPA Theatre, David Geffen, Cameron Mackintosh and the Shubert Organisation.

This amateur production is presented by arrangement with JOSEF WEINBERGER LTD. On behalf of MUSIC THEATRE INTERNATIONAL of NEW YORK. TICKETS £6.00 CONCESSIONS £4.00 BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50P

Aelodau coleg lleol yn canu hoff ganeuon o’r sioeau cerdd

MONDAY 17 OCTOBER 2.00PM

THEATR WILDCATS

LOST AND FOUND A Powys People First project that explores the themes of lost and found through film and live performance, followed by a chance to discuss the rehearsal and creative process with the cast and their supporters.

TICKETS £5.00 BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50P

Ffilm a pherfformiad byw BOOK TICKETS ONLINE www.theatrbrycheiniog.co.uk

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THURSDAY 20 OCTOBER – MONDAY 24 OCTOBER

BRECON FESTIVAL THEATR BRYCHEINIOG THURSDAY 20 OCTOBER 7.00PM

WELSH BAROQUE ORCHESTRA TUESDAY 18 OCTOBER 7.30PM

UP ‘N’ UNDER THE WELSH TOUR A NEW ADAPTATION BY JOHN GODBER DIRECTED BY RICHARD TUNLEY An award winning comedy, set in the heart of the South Wales Valleys and the competitive world of amateur rugby union.

With a talented cast of some of Wales’ finest actors, this non-stop comedy is given a genuine Welsh flavour and packed with topical humour and rugby songs.

A Black RAT, Blackwood Miners’ Institute and RCT Theatres Co-production, supported

by Arts Council of Wales

Andrew Wilson-Dickson directs a programme of works by Handel, Telemann & CPE Bach. With live dance choreographed by Katy Sinnadurai.

TICKETS £16.00 - £14.00 BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50P

THEATR BRYCHEINIOG FRIDAY 21 OCTOBER 2.30PM - 4.30PM

BAROQUE DANCE WORKSHOP TICKETS £5.00 (FREE TO BAROQUE BALL TICKET HOLDERS)

THEATR BRYCHEINIOG FRIDAY 21 OCTOBER 2011 7.30PM

THE BAROQUE BALL Evening of Baroque & traditional dancing led by Peter Brock, accompanied by the Playford Baroque Trio. Dinner and wine provided by Pilgrims Tea Rooms. Baroque costume is optional.

TICKETS £35.00 BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50P

TICKETS £12.50 CONCESSIONS £10.00 BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50P

THEATR BRYCHEINIOG SATURDAY 22 OCTOBER 7.00PM

Addasiad newydd o gomedi arobryn

ENSEMBLE MERIDIANA Young, dynamic, multi-award-winning international chamber group based in Switzerland.

TICKETS £14.00 - £12.00 BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50P

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BAROQUE 2011 CHRIST COLLEGE BRECON CHAPEL SUNDAY 23 OCTOBER 1.00PM

FESTIVAL LUNCHTIME RECITAL Claire Bracher (viola da gamba) and Jadran Duncomb (theorbo) play Marais, Handel and Telemann.

FREE EVENTS BRECON CATHEDRAL FRIDAY 21 OCTOBER 5.45PM

FESTIVAL EVENSONG BRECON CATHEDRAL SUNDAY 23 OCTOBER 11.00AM

FESTIVAL EUCHARIST For details on season tickets please contact the Theatre Box Office on 01874 611 622. www.breconbeaconsmusic.com ^ Gwyl i ddathlu treftadaeth Faróc Aberhonddu

TICKETS £10.00 - £8.00 BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50P

THEATR BRYCHEINIOG SUNDAY 23 OCTOBER 7.00PM

BRECON BAROQUE Elin Manahan Thomas (soprano) , Rachel Podger (violin), Alexandra Bellamy (oboe) and Alison McGillivray (cello) present Bach’s O holder Tag (BWV 210) and Ich bin vergnugt mit meinem Glucke (BWV 84), Violin Concerto in G minor and the ever popular Double Violin Concerto in D minor.

TICKETS £19.00 - £17.00 BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50P

THEATR BRYCHEINIOG MONDAY 24 OCTOBER 7.00PM

BRECON BAROQUE FESTIVAL ORCHESTRA Directed by Rachel Podger and featuring soprano Sian Winstanley as well as violinists Johannes Pramsohler, Bojan Cicic & Sabine Stoffer and cellist Alison McGillivray, the concert features Vivaldi’s L’estro Armonico and Handel’s Saeviat Tellus. There’s an open rehearsal in the afternoon from 2.00pm to 5.30pm, free to festival ticket holders.

TICKETS £16.00 - £14.00 BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50P

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FRIDAY 28 OCTOBER 7.45PM

BALLET CYMRU FORMALLY INDEPENDENT BALLET WALES

BEAUTY AND THE BEAST A ruined merchant, lost and desperate in a deep forest; an exquisite garden by a magical palace; an enchanted Beast, furious and lonely; a promise to the merchant’s youngest daughter, Beauty: a perfect red rose.

The scene is set for the greatest love story ever told.

A timeless love story brought to life through the company’s unique blend of classical technique and storytelling - featuring stunning costumes, breathtaking choreography and heartbreaking passion.

TICKETS £14.50 CONCESSIONS £13.50 UNDER 16S £7.00 BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50P

SATURDAY 29 OCTOBER 7.45PM

IN THE BOX FEATURING

Stori diamser yn dod yn fyw mewn perfformiad balet prydfert

JONATHAN AGNEW AND MIKE GATTING Ralph Dellor hosts this hilarious and memorable evening with Test Match Special commentators and cricketing legends as they recall their favourite anecdotes from life In The Box. TICKETS £16.50 UNDER 16S £10.00 BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50P

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Photo: Peter Teigen

Sgwrs gofiadwy yng nghwmni Sylwebyddion Test Match Special

WEDNESDAY 2 NOVEMBER 7.30PM

THOSE MAGNIFICENT MEN Chocks Away! for the hilarious, heart-stopping story of Alcock and Brown and the first ever non-stop transatlantic flight. Critically-acclaimed comedy writing duo, Brian Mitchell & Joseph Nixon, have turned a story of the race to conquer the skies over the Atlantic into a fast and furious comic tour-de-force.

‘Full of laughter, pathos and ingenuity – the production has a real feelgood-factor’ The Stage TICKETS £12.50 CONCESSIONS £11.50 BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50P

Hanes clasurol arloeswyr glew Prydain

THURSDAY 3 NOVEMBER 7.45PM

MARK KALCH

AN ADVENTURER’S TALE From kayaking the Amazon and Omo rivers to walking solo through Iran, explorer and adventurer Mark recounts journeys of discovery through some of the most diverse regions on the planet.

TICKETS £10.50 CONCESSIONS £9.50 RGS & U3A £8.50 BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50P

Darlith mewn cysylltiad â’r Gymdeithas Ddaearyddol Frenhinol

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FRIDAY 4 NOVEMBER 7.30PM

TORCH THEATRE

ACCIDENTAL DEATH OF AN ANARCHIST

BY NOBEL PRIZE WINNER DARIO FO ADAPTED BY GAVIN RICHARDS IN A TRANSLATION BY GILLIAN HANNA DIRECTED BY PETER DORAN Comic, farcical and occasionally verging on slapstick, this hugely popular farce is based on events unfolding in Italy in the late 1960s and early 1970s. Gaining momentum at a cracking pace, Fo’s cleverly snappy dialogue explodes like gunfire to reveal a masterly plot in an attempt to ridicule the police and expose a cover up.

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Drama gomig, doniol sydd ambell waith yn cynnwys elfennau slapstic

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MONDAY 7 NOVEMBER 7.30PM

AL MURRAY

THE PUB LANDLORD A BARREL OF FUN EXTRA Britain’s best-known pub philosopher will be serving up his own special brew of bar room banter this autumn. See the Guv going back to basics; returning to many of the intimate venues where he made his name.

‘A magical touch’ The Times TICKETS £25.50 BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50P

Comedi Hoff Landlord y Genedl

WEDNESDAY 9 NOVEMBER 7.30PM

THE SYD LAWRENCE ORCHESTRA SONGS THAT WON THE WAR Chris Dean & The Syd Lawrence Orchestra pay tribute to the courage and tenacity displayed by a whole generation.

Bringing back great memories of lighter moments in those darker days, a time when music could be enjoyed by everyone with never to be forgotten classics by Glenn Miller, Tommy Dorsey, Geraldo, Ted Heath, Jo Stafford, Frank Sinatra and many, many more.

TICKETS £17.50 BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50P

Cyngerdd band mawr

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THURSDAY 10 NOVEMBER 7.45PM

JOE PASQUALE PULL MY FINGER There are dark days ahead and even darker nights when the sun goes down, but there’s a shining light to help you through them.

Joe Pasquale is back, from outer space, he’s just walked in to find you here with that sad look upon your face!

Well there’s no need to look sad anymore... Its time for the pull my finger tour.

TICKETS £17.50 CONCESSIONS £16.50 BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50P

Noson yng nghwmni’r digrifwr o fri

FRIDAY 11 NOVEMBER 8.00PM

THE MAGIC OF MOTOWN Back for 2011, the smash hit concert show from the States, authentically recreating the harmonies, slick moves, stylish looks and legendary musicianship that were the making of Motown. A super-talented cast, fresh from sell-out shows in London’s O2, perform hits from The Supremes, Temptations, Four Tops, Jackson 5, Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye, Mary Wells, Martha Reeves, Lionel Richie...

TICKETS £19.50 CONCESSIONS £17.50 UNDER 16S £12.50 BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50P

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SUNDAY 13 NOVEMBER 7.30PM

Photo by Edward Jay

THE STATE BALLET ACADEMY OF MINSK

THE NUTCRACKER STORY BY E.T.A. HOFFMANN MUSIC BY PYOTR TCHAIKOVSKY

One of the most popular ballets of the international repertoire, this stunning ballet tells the story of Marie, a rather sad little girl, whose godfather Drosselmeier gives her a nutcracker as a present on Christmas Eve. This turns into a prince who invites her to a journey into the Sugar Plum Fairy’s realm of sweets.

TICKETS £19.50 CONCESSIONS £18.00 BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50P

Ffefryn syfrdanol byd y balet

THURSDAY 17 NOVEMBER 8.00PM

PIAF

THE SONGS Edith Piaf has become synonymous with French cabaret of the 1940s & 50s. Her life was the stuff of legend, from her dramatic rise from Paris street urchin to international star.

As the 50th anniversary of Piaf’s death approaches, Eve Loiseau performs Edith’s songs in this powerful production as she is joined onstage by Fiona Barrow (violin) and Edward Jay, (accordion).

TICKETS £13.00 CONCESSIONS £10.00 BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50P

Mae’r caneuon hyfryd o Edith Piaf

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FRIDAY 18 NOVEMBER 7.45PM

THURSDAY 24 NOVEMBER 6.30PM & 8.30PM

THE VOICE OF

NOYE’S

ROY ORBISON A superb production featuring the sounds of ‘The Big O’ together with two hugely successful acts of this era, The Everly Brothers and Buddy Holly.

Over two hours of non-stop hits including Only The Lonely, Wake Up Little Suzie, Peggy Sue, Pretty Woman…

TICKETS £15.00 CONCESSIONS £14.00 BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50P

Cerddoriaeth i anrhydeddu pop-roc chwedl

SATURDAY 19 NOVEMBER 7.30PM

JETHRO Originally a ‘timber man’ from Lavant Tin Mine, Jethro will be performing armed with nothing more than a microphone, a stand and a small table with his favourite drink to hand. As he paces the stage from side to side, you’ll hear hilarious antics of rural comedy delivered to you in a warm, Cornish accent.

Contains adult material.

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Dychweliad y digrifwr o Gernyw

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Mid Wales Opera join Theatr Brycheiniog and Powys Music Services to present a dynamic new telling of Noah’s Flood with the words from the medieval Chester Miracle play and the music of Benjamin Britten.

A lively and witty take on a familiar story involving hundreds of young actors, singers, instrumentalists and dancers from Powys, working alongside a professional orchestra and principal singers, with choreography created by Ballet Cymru.

FLUDDE TICKETS £10.00 CONCESSIONS £6.00 BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50P

Datganiad newydd o hanes Noa a’r Dilyw, gyda cherddoriaeth Benjamin Britten

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FRIDAY 25 NOVEMBER 7.45PM

WEDNESDAY 30 NOVEMBER - SUNDAY 4 DECEMBER

AN EVENING OF

RAINBOW VALLEY PRODUCTIONS

BURLESQUE Direct from London’s West End, these elegant showgirls combine Parisian charm with Las Vegas glamour.

Prepare to be taken on a playful journey from the fascinating art form’s music hall roots to the present day in the ultimate tease.

Strictly over 18s only TICKETS £19.50 CONCESSIONS £18.50 BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50P

Sioeferched cain yn cyfuno cyfaredd Paris gyda hudoliaeth Las Vegas

PETER Starring Welsh entertainer Owen Money, plus an all-singing all-dancing cast, this fabulous pantomime is packed full of fun, audience participation, magnificent musical numbers, and laugh-out-loud comedy. A family festive treat that is sure to delight and captivate the whole family!

Will the dastardly Captain Hook ever catch Peter and the gang? Will the crocodile still be ticking? Will Peter ever grow up?

Come fly with us to Neverland and join Peter, Wendy, Tinker Bell and The Lost Boys for this spectacular, fun-packed pantomime adventure!.

PUBLIC PERFORMANCES WEDNESDAY 30 NOVEMBER 7.00PM THURSDAY 1 DECEMBER 7.00PM FRIDAY 2 DECEMBER 7.00PM SATURDAY 3 DECEMBER 2.00PM & 7.00PM SUNDAY 4 DECEMBER 5.30PM

SCHOOLS PERFORMANCES THURSDAY 1 DECEMBER 1.00PM FRIDAY 2 DECEMBER 10.00AM & 1.00PM TICKETS £14.00 SENIOR CITIZENS £10.00 CHILDREN £10.00 FAMILY OF FOUR £42.00 SCHOOLS £6.50 (£5.50 IF PAID BEFORE 21 OCTOBER) BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50P

Hwyl y pantomeim gyda Owen Money

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WEDNESDAY 7 SATURDAY 10 DECEMBER 7.30PM

PAN

BRECKNOCK LITTLE THEATRE

THE BOY FRIEND

BY SANDY WILSON

A musical comedy with lavish costumes, a purpose built set, and featuringa wealth of young talent, together with more experienced performers well known to Brecon audiences.

With music, song, dance and comedy, this spectacular production faithfully recreates the spirit and style of the ‘Roaring Twenties’.

TICKETS £10.00 CONCESSIONS £8.00 FAMILY TICKET AVAILABLE £25.OO BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50P

Cynhyrchiad drama cymunedol

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WEDNESDAY 14 DECEMBER 11.00AM

THURSDAY 15 DECEMBER 7.30PM

THEATR IOLO

DR & THE MEDICS XMAS PARTY PLUS SPECIAL GUESTS THE SPARTANS,

VISITING KATT AND FREDDA WRITTEN AND TRANSLATED

BY INGEBORG VON ZADOW

A funny family friendly play with live music about 2 friends living side by side in harmony with 2 of everything, 2 spoons, 2 plates, 2 chairs.

Both children and adults will see the funny side of the frustrations of friendship and the ups and downs of 2 becoming 3.

For 6-10 year olds TICKETS £4.50 BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50P

Theatr lawn hwyl i blant

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BOLIAU LLAWEN & TALYBONT DAU Dr and the Medics are staging an Christmas party show to celebrate the 25th Anniversary of their massive hit Spirit In The Sky, which sold over 24 million copies and was Number 1 in nineteen countries! A host of home grown talent will join the band and are guaranteed to get the party swinging!

TICKETS £12.50 IN ADVANCE/ £15.00 ON THE DOOR BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50P

Caneuon mwyaf llwyddiannus y band roc seicodelig

SATURDAY 17 DECEMBER 8.00PM

THURSDAY 22 DECEMBER 7.30PM

PAUL BOWEN AND THE AMAZING TREDEGAR BIG BAND

CHAMBER ORCHESTRA OF WALES

CHRISTMAS IN SWING Back by popular demand, local singer and entertainer Paul Bowen teams up with Britain’s No1 Big Band for a night of big swing numbers with a festive twist.

CHRISTMAS

BY CANDLELIGHT

TICKETS £10.00 BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50P

Cerddoriaeth a chwerthin

CONDUCTED BY ALWYN HUMPHREYS Celebrate this magical season with Wales’ foremost chamber orchestra as they bring their popular series of Candlelight Concerts to Brecon.

Warm up on a winter’s evening and get into the festive spirit with well known music and laughter.

TICKETS £14.00 CONCESSIONS £13.00 UNDER 16S £5.00 BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50P

Noson o straeon a cherddoriaeth yn ymwneud â’r Nadolig

MONDAY 19 DECEMBER 12.30PM

CWMNI MARTYN GERAINT A THEATRAU RHONDDA CYNON TAF

JAC A’R GOEDEN FFA Fel arfer mi fydd y sioe yn addas i bawb rhwng 3 a 300 mlwydd oed, yn llawn o gyfleon i ryngweithio gyda’r gynulleidfa, ac yn frith o ganeuon newydd, caneuon adnabyddus a rhai o ganeuon poblogaidd MG.

A Welsh-language production of Jack and the Beanstalk.

TICKETS £10.00 CONCESSIONS £8.00 SCHOOLS £7.00 BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50P

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THE CANALSIDE MONTHLY 8.00PM

JAZZ BRYCHEINIOG TUESDAY 13 SEPTEMBER

GETHIN LIDDINGTON QUARTET Outstanding tumpet-led modern standards jazz - unmissable first!

TUESDAY 25 OCTOBER

CHRIS HODGKINS QUARTET South Wales tour of this ever creative London-based quartet trumpet, guitar, sax, string bass.

SESSIONS

TUESDAY 22 NOVEMBER

MONTHLY 7.30PM

CATHY JONES & FRIENDS Stunning Latin & bossa nova vocals with solid jazz backing lineup - wonderful voice.

DRAMA IN THE BAR

TUESDAY 13 DECEMBER

SARAH SMITH TRIO Gypsy jazz, violin and guitar-led sounds - hugely popular trio returning by audience demand!

ENTRY ÂŁ5.00 ON THE DOOR

Ymlaciwch i seiniau Jazz unwaith y mis yn Theatr Brycheiniog

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Informal drama evenings in the theatre bar led by local actor Ian Milton.

THURSDAY 8 SEPTEMBER THURSDAY 6 OCTOBER

FREE ENTRY

Nosweithiau drama anffurfiol yn y bar theatr.

THE CANALSIDE CLASSES WEEKLY MONDAY, THURSDAY, SATURDAY

MID WALES DANCE ACADEMY LESLEY WALKER 01874 623219 WEEKLY REHEARSALS MONDAY

BRECON TOWN BAND DAVE JONES 01874 623650 WEEKLY TUESDAY

DAWNS POWYS DANCE DEE STOTT 01597 824370 WEEKLY WEDNESDAY

BRYCHEINIOG B-BOYS & B-GIRLS CATHEY MORGAN 01874 622838 WEEKLY WEDNESDAY

BRYCHEINIOG YOUTH THEATRE

DIRECTORY BRECKNOCK LITTLE THEATRE IAN MILTON 01874 610002 BRECKNOCK MUSEUM & ART GALLERY 01874 624121 WYESIDE ARTS CENTRE, BUILTH WELLS 01982 552555 THEATR HAFREN, NEWTOWN 01686 625007 THE COURTYARD, HEREFORD 01432 340555 THE BOUROUGH THEATRE, ABERGAVENNY 01873 850805 BRECON TOURIST INFORMATION CENTRE 01874 622485 BRECON BEACONS NATIONAL PARK VISITOR CENTRE 01874 623366 DRAGONFLY CRUISES 07831 685 222

GARETH PHILLIPS 07919 318 809 WEEKLY THURSDAY

UNIVERSITY OF THE 3RD AGE IAN ASHTON 01982 553335 WEEKLY FRIDAY

BALLROOM & LATIN DANCE TERESA GODMON 07791 780 350 MONTHLY

NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF DECORATIVE & FINE ARTS DORCAS CRESSWELL 01497 847262

BIKES & HIKES

MALCOLM JONES 01874 625110

Bikes will be available to hire from the canal basin every weekend and bank holiday. Alternatively bikes can be booked in advance for delivery to the theatre.

COLEG POWYS PERFOMING ARTS DIPLOMA

Telephone: 01874 610071 Mobile: 07790660621 Web: www.bikesandhikes.co.uk

WEEKLY WORSHIP SUNDAY

ELIM CHURCH

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CRIW CYMRU

WORKSHOPS Have you got what it takes? Are you an aspiring B-boy or B-girl? Would you like to learn some hip hop skills and design some cool graffiti?

If so, these are the workshops for you! No experience necessary.

Over three days you’ll be able to have a go at a load of exciting moves and skills with national experts in their fields. Sessions will include street dance – locking, popping, hip-hop, graffiti and more...

TUESDAY 9 AND WEDNESDAY 10 AUGUST Hip hop skills from locking, break to lyrical hip hop dance.

THURSDAY 11 AUGUST Graffiti art

Ages 10 upwards Please contact Cathey Morgan on 01874 622838 for further details FREE ENTRY

Gweithdai brêc-ddawnsio

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@ BRYCHEINIOG FEATURED IN THE GOOD FOOD GUIDE 2011

Times each day: 10.30AM – 12.30PM; 1.00PM – 3.00PM

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TIPPLE’N’TIFFIN

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RELAX WITH A GLASS OF ONE OF OUR MODERN STYLE WINES AND A LIGHT DISH OR TWO BEFORE THE SHOW; OR STAY WITH US FOR A HEARTIER MEAL AND ENJOY THE FULL RANGE OF OUR CAREFULLY CHOSEN MENU WITH SOMETHING TO SUIT EACH AND EVERY TASTE.

to yourself - its up to you! We just want you to enjoy your food, your wine and being together.

Whether you’re looking for a great night out with a party, a business lunch, an intimate dinner or a pre-show supper, Tipple’n’Tiffin provides the perfect location.

Tel: 01874 611866

Prepared with fresh, local ingredients, the dishes complement each other and can be combined in a way you choose. It’s a chance to experiment with something new.

NEW!

Or perhaps enjoy an old favourite with a twist. You can share each dish with the rest of your party or keep your plate

TIPPLE’N’TIFFIN WILL BE OPEN ON SUNDAYS THIS SUMMER.

SUMMER SUNDAYS

MONEY SAVERS

ACCESS/MYNEDIAD

CONCESSIONS Unless indicated otherwise, concessions are available if you are under 16, a student, a senior citizen (60 yrs+), claiming disability benefit, an Equity member or registered unwaged. Please bring proof of eligibility to the performance.

OPENING TIMES/ ORIAU AGOR The Box Office is open Monday to Saturday from 9.30AM to the start of the performance (until 5.00PM otherwise).

When a performance is scheduled on a Sunday or a Public Holiday, the Box Office will open from one hour before show starts ./ Mae Theatr Brycheiniog ar agor o ddydd Llun i ddydd Sadwrn o 9.00AM tan 11.00PM ar nosweithiau lle bydd perfformiad (9.00AM tan 5.00PM fel arall). Pan fydd perfformiad ar ddydd Sul neu ar wˆyl Gyhoeddus, bydd y theatr yn agor awr cyn i’r sioe ddechrau.

GROUP Reduced rates are available at many performances when you bring a party of ten or more - check box office for details.

ARBED ARIAN CONSESIYNAU Oni nodir yn wahanol, mae consesiwn ar gael os ydych o dan 16 oed, yn fyfyriwr, yn bensiynwr (60 oed neu hyn), yn hawlio budd-dal anabledd, yn aelod o Equity neu wedi’ch cofrestru’n ddigyflog.

Dewch â phrawf eich bod yn gymwys i’r perfformiad.

HOW TO BOOK/ SUT I GADW LLE TELEPHONE On 01874 611622 and pay with a debit/credit card.

GRWPIAU

ON-LINE www.theatrbrycheiniog.co.uk FFÔN Ar 01874 611622 a thalu trwy gerdyn credyd/debyd rhwng 9.30AM a 5.00PM o ddydd Llun i ddydd Sadwrn.

Mae cyfraddau rhatach ar gyfer nifer o berfformiadau os byddwch mewn grwp o ddeg neu fwy - gofynnwch yn y swyddfa docynnau am fanylion.

AR-LEIN www.theatrbrycheiniog.co.uk PLEASE NOTE The Theatre reserves the right not to accept cheques.

The information on this leaflet is correct at the time of going to press. Theatr Brycheiniog reserves the right to make alterations if necessary.

Tickets cannot be refunded (unless an event is cancelled).

Tickets may be exchanged for different tickets for the same show. A £2.00 fee per ticket will be charged for all exchanges.

NODIADAU Mae’r wybodaeth yn y llyfryn hwn yn gywir adeg cyhoeddi.

Gwnewch yn siwˆr fod ffonau symudol a galwyr (pagers) wedi’u diffodd cyn mynd i mewn i’r awditoriwm. Efallai y byddwn yn gofyn i rai sy’n hwyr aros am adeg gyfleus cyn mynd i mewn i’r awditoriwm.

SEE WEBSITE FOR FULL TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Ni cheir ysmygu yn Theatr Brycheiniog.

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THEATR BRYCHEINIOG

Thursday 20 - Monday 24 October

Brecon Baroque Festival

Wednesday 26 October 7.30pm KT Tunstall SOLD OUT Friday 28 October 7.45pm

Beauty And The Beast

Saturday 29 October 7.45pm

In the Box

BRECON l ABERHONDDU NOVEMBER AUGUST - DECEMBER l AWS - RHAGFYR 2011 Wednesday 2 November 7.30pm

AUGUST

Thursday 3 November 7.45pm Wibidi Friday 4 November 7.30pm

Wednesday 31 August 7.30pm

SEPTEMBER Thursday 1 Saturday 3 September

Those Magnificent Men Mark Kalch Accidental Death of an Anarchist

Monday 7 November 7.30pm Harp Summer School

Al Murray

Wednesday 9 November 7.30pm

Syd Lawrence Orchestra

Saturday 10 September 7.30pm

Johnny Cash Story Thursday 10 November 7.45pm Joe Pasquale Sunday 18 September 7.00pm Soloists of the Mid Friday 11 November 8.00pm The Magic of Motown Wales Chamber Orchestra Sunday 13 November 7.30pm The Nutcracker Tuesday 20 September 8.00pm Russell Kane Thursday 17 November 8.00pm Piaf Friday 23 September 7.45pm Rock’n’Roll Paradise Friday 18 November 7.45pm Roy Orbison Tribute Saturday 24 September 7.30pm Madam Butterfly Saturday 19 November 7.30pm Jethro Tuesday 27 September 7.45pm National Dance Company Wales Thursday 24 November 6.30pm & 8.30pm Noye’s Fludde Thursday 29 September 7.45pm

OCTOBER Sunday 2 October 7.30pm Wednesday 5 October 7.30pm Friday 7 October 7.30pm Saturday 8 October 7.30pm

Patricia Routledge Friday 25 November 7.45pm An Evening of Burlesque and Piers Lane Wednesday 30 November Sunday 4 December Peter Pan The Manfreds

Much Ado Wednesday 7 About Nothing Saturday 10 December 7.30pm Julie Summers Wednesday 14 December 11.00am Paul Zerdin

Thursday 13 & Friday 14 October 7.45pm Saturday 15 October Sunday 16 October 6.30pm Monday 17 October 2.00pm Tuesday 18 October 7.30pm

DECEMBER The Boy Friend Visiting Katt and Fredda

At Swim Thursday 15 December 7.30pm Two Boys

Dr & The Medics Xmas Party

Oxjam Saturday 17 December 8.00pm Little Shop of Horrors Monday 19 December 12.30pm

Paul Bowen

Lost and Found Thursday 22 December 7.30pm Up ‘n’ Under

Jac A’r Goeden Ffa Chamber Orchestra of Wales

BOX OFFICE l SWYDDFA DOCYNNAU 01874 611622 www.theatrbrycheiniog.co.uk