Theatr Brycheiniog Spring 2012

THEATR BRYCHEINIOG BRECON l ABERHONDDU JANUARY - APRIL l IONAWR - EBRILL 2012

HONOR SOUTH POWYS

BLACKMAN YOUTHMUSIC CATRIN FINCH & TOUMANI DIABATÉ LONDON COMMUNITY

GOSPEL CHOIR COSI FAN

TUTTE A NIGHT OF DIRTY DANCING JAZZ IN THE BAR

BOOTHBY GRAFFOE & NICK PYNN

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EXHIBITIONS SPRING 2012 IN THE ANDREW LAMONT GALLERY THURSDAY 9 – FRIDAY 31 JANUARY

HOME CREATING TOGETHER All the art in this exhibition is created by adults with a learning disability in weekly workshops in Brecon, Howey and Ystradgynlais. Created by building up layers of recycled material before paint is applied, these eye catching scenes are inspired by what home means to the members.

SATURDAY 1 – THURSDAY 27 FEBRUARY

LIQUID TRANSPORT LESLEY LILLYWHITE & GROUP A celebration of 200 years of the Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal from the artist’s perspective. Thirteen local artists have collaborated to present their differing impressions of the life of this spectacular canal set 600 feet above sea level.

THURSDAY 1 – SUNDAY 11 MARCH

BRECON WOMEN’S FESTIVAL An exhibition of paintings, prints and sculpture to mark International Women’s Day. Participating artists include: Julia Harris, Velvet Duffield, Susan Adams, Hilda Benham, Janet Foster, Jenny Joice, Julia Blazer, Olivia Williams, Karin Mear, Jilly Tinniswood, Sue Hiley Harris, Antonia Spowers, Veronica Gibson, Averil de Vee, Janet Hamer, Eve Hendra and Lorraine Bewsey. www.breconwomensfestival.co.uk

TUESDAY 13 MARCH – MONDAY 16 APRIL

REFLECTIONS AND PERCEPTIONS MAGUEL ALIKHSANDER A collection of photographic images taken on the canal in the vicinity of Theatr Brycheiniog during 2011. Challenging our perceptions of the water and surroundings, they capture vibrant colours and striking patterns and textures at a deeper level of awareness giving rise to a sense of peace, beauty and wonder.

Access to the gallery may be restricted due to other activities taking place.

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WELCOME

Hoffwn fanteisio ar y cyfle hwn i ddweud diolch i bawb sydd wedi rhoi cymaint o groeso i mi ers dechrau gweithio yn y theatr ym mis Medi.

Yn ogystal ag edrych ymlaen at gwrdd â chynulleidfaoedd newydd, rwyf yn edrych ymlaen at y cyfle i weithio gyda staff a gwirfoddolwyr sy’n parhau gyda’r gwaith rhagorol sydd wirioneddol wedi gosod Theatr Brycheiniog - ac Aberhonddu - ar fap diwylliannol Cymru.

Gan symud ymlaen yn awr at fusnes! Tymor newydd a gwell yn Theatr Brycheiniog!

O’r ffefrynnau lleol sef Westenders.

Ysgol Uwchradd Aberhonddu a Ffederasiwn Clybiau Ffermwyr Ieuainc Sir Frycheiniog at Hofesh Shechter, Honor Blackman, Catrin Finch a Toumani Diabaté, mae rhywbeth yn sicr at ddant pawb yn y theatr wrth y gamlas y gwanwyn hwn.

Gan edrych ymlaen at yr haf hwn, mae ^ ieuenctid Theatr Brycheiniog yn cynnal gwyl gyntaf Aberhonddu, ac rydym angen pobl i gymryd rhan. Os hoffech chi gymryd rhan neu berfformio, edrychwch ar dudalen 24 am ragor o fanylion.

Mwynhewch!

I would just like to take this opportunity to say thank you to all those who have made me feel so welcome since I started working at the theatre in September. As well as looking forward to meeting new audiences, I am relishing the prospect of working with the staff and volunteers to continue the excellent work that has really put Theatr Brycheiniog - and Brecon on the cultural map of Wales.

And now to business! A new season at Theatr Brycheiniog - and its a belter!

From local favourites Westenders, Brecon High School and Brecknock Federation Of Young Farmer’s Clubs to Hofesh Shechter, Honor Blackman, Catrin Finch and Toumani Diabaté, there’s certainly something for everyone canalside this spring.

Looking ahead to this summer, Theatr Brycheiniog hosts Brecon’s first ever youth festival - and we need participants.

If you want to get involved or perform, please check out page 24 for more details.

Enjoy!

PAULA REDWAY Director

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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SATURDAY 21 - SATURDAY 28 JANUARY

WESTENDERS 63RD ANNUAL PANTOMIME

CINDERELLA

WRITTEN AND DIRECTED BY JULIE JONES & KIM MCDERMENT The most magical, romantic fairytail of them all!

Will Prince Charming find his true love?

Will the ugly sisters EVER find a man?

And will poor Cinderella make it to the ball?

Be prepared to be amazed as the fairy godmother transforms Cinders from rags to riches right before your very eyes!

The Westenders pantomime is full of fun, frolics and fantasy guaranteed. So, come have the time of your life and remember, in panto-land, anything can happen!

SATURDAY 21 & SUNDAY 22 JANUARY 4.00PM TUESDAY 24 - FRIDAY 27 SEPTEMBER 7.00PM SATURDAY 28 SEPTEMBER 2.00PM & 7.00PM TICKETS £9.00 CONCESSIONS £8.00 CHILDREN £7.00 BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50P

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MONDAY 6 - SATURDAY 11 FEBRUARY 7.00PM

BRECKNOCK ASSOCIATION OF YOUNG FARMERS

ANNUAL DRAMA AND PANTOMIME FESTIVAL Tickets on sale from Monday 16 January 2012.

TICKETS £8.00 THREE EVENINGS OR MORE (EXCLUDING GALA) £7.00 GALA NIGHT £9.50 BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50P

MONDAY 13 FEBRUARY DOORS OPEN 7.00PM

LDN WRESTLING Featuring British Heavyweight Champion Alan Lee Travis, wrestling politician Richard Parliament, the masked man of mystery The Dark Lord and many, many more...

See the highest quality, fastest paced, non-stop wrestling action ever seen on these shores.

A fantastic family night out!

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WRESTLING WORKSHOP WITH BRITISH HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPION ALAN LEE TRAVIS

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WEDNESDAY 15 FEBRUARY 7.45PM

PAUL ROSE EXPLORE! BBC presenter Paul Rose talks about a lifetime of remarkable adventures from Antarctica to Everest via the planet’s last true remaining wilderness - her vast oceans. A professional diver, polar explorer, mountaineer and yachtsman, Paul is best known for his BBC documentaries Voyages Of Discovery, Oceans and Britain’s Secret Seas.

Paul asks the question ‘why explore?’ and inspires his audience to become explorers themselves.

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THURSDAY 16 FEBRUARY 8:00PM

GYPSY FIRE QUARTET Blazing a trail of mesmerising musicality, Gypsy Fire perform with passion and flair.

Prepare to be teased and surprised by twists and turns of harmony and rhythm.

The quartet’s magic breathes new life into the delicious dark and impish melodies from the worlds of classical, jazz, Latin, rock, blues and beyond.

TICKETS £14.00 CONCESSIONS £12.00 UNDER 26S GO FREE (LIMITED AVAILABILITY) BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50P

‘Explosive energy and unstoppable talent’ WESTMORELAND GAZETTE 6

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FRIDAY 17 FEBRUARY 7.30PM

THE FORTUNES & THE IVY LEAGUE ALSO FEATURING BOB JACKSON (BADFINGER)

A combination of slick performance, great comedy, unparalleled harmonies and lots and lots of hit records.

With their special ingredients of sophisticated orchestration, dual lead vocals and stylish countermelodies, The Fortunes contributed to some of the most enduring pop songs released during the 1960s and early 1970s.

The Ivy League, featuring the unmistakable falsetto of Dave Buckley, is one of the best comedy cabaret acts in the country.

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SATURDAY 18 FEBRUARY 7.30PM

15TH ANNUAL RORKE’S DRIFT CONCERT Over a hundred young musicians, all in glorious harmony! Fantastic entertainment from Gwent & Powys Army Cadet Force in this ever popular annual event celebrating its 15th anniversary and featuring musicians from Northern Ireland, Wales, Scotland and England.

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FRIDAY 24 FEBRUARY 7.30PM

MIKE DOYLE Join us for a night of hilarious comedy with the stunning voice of Wales’ premier entertainer Mike Doyle.

The British Comedy Award-winning comic, West End star and BBC Television sensation delivers a night of pure musical excellence and belly-aching laughter that will refresh parts you never knew you had!

‘Incredible!...received a twelve minute standing ovation...no wonder they call him the UK’s best all round entertainer’ THE WESTERN MAIL TICKETS £15.00 BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50P

TUESDAY 21 THURSDAY 23 FEBRUARY 7.30PM

BRECON HIGH SCHOOL SHOW An amazing musical production from Brecon’s local high school.

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WEDNESDAY 29 FEBRUARY SATURDAY 3 MARCH 7.30PM SATURDAY 3 MARCH MATINEE 2.30PM

MUNDO PARELELO

NOFIT STATE CIRCUS & NATIONAL THEATRE WALES What happens when one of the world’s leading contemporary circus companies abandons the Big Top and invades a theatre?

Mundo Paralelo transports you to a parallel world of upside-down jugglers, infinite wire walkers and aerial acrobats – a place where extraordinary is everyday and weird is wonderful.

Created as part of National Theatre Wales’ opening year programme, this is one of very few opportunities to see this critically acclaimed company in Wales this year.

With Serbian director Mladen Materic at the helm, and a world class cast, Mundo Paralelo promises a spectacular experience – a sensory joy and visual delight.

TICKETS £15.00 CONCESSIONS £12.50 FAMILY TICKET £11.00 PER HEAD (MINIMUM 4) GROUP TICKET £10.00 PER HEAD (MINIMUM 10) BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50P

Mundo Paralelo is a NoFit State, National Theatre Wales, Théâtre Tattoo production created with the support of The Torch Theatre and Senart

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TUESDAY 6 MARCH 7.45PM

PAUL DANIELS HAIR TODAY, GONE TOMORROW WITH DEBBIE MCGEE & MARTIN DANIELS

Paul Daniels is without doubt one of the most accomplished magicians in the world - and certainly one of the most exciting. Add his unmistakable comedy style and you have the complete entertainer.

In the world of television, no-one has enjoyed more success than Paul. From the moment he burst onto the ITV network, and later switched to the BBC, his magic shows topped the ratings. He is, without doubt, the most successful British magician of the 20th century.

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FRIDAY 9 MARCH 7.30PM

MID WALES

CHAMBER ORCHESTRA THE SOLDIER’S TALE Conductor James Slater Violin Marcia Crayford Cello Moray Welsh

Sonata For Violin And Cello (1922) Stravinsky The Soldier’s Tale (1918) Ravel

The Sonata For Violin And Cello started life as a one movement duo dedicated to Claude Debussey.

Expanding the piece into a fullblown four movement sonata, Ravel declared it a turning point in his career.

The work is striking for its harmonic restraint and pared down musical language.

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SATURDAY 10 MARCH 7.30PM

A CONCERT AT BRECON CATHEDRAL

TANYA WALKER BREAKING THE FEAR WALL Moving from hauntingly beautiful to contemporary and unexpected; from popular themes, to rhythm driven walls of sound; this is a powerful new work, composed and performed by award-winning singer/songwriter Tanya Walker.

Stravinsky’s extraordinary The Soldier’s Tale was inspired by the challenge of making musical theatre in wartime Europe as orchestras were disbanded and theatres closed down. A work to be ‘read, played and danced’ by musical ensemble, narrator, actors and a dancer, the piece draws on the rhythms and sounds of jazz, tango and Viennese waltzes.

Fronted by Tanya on lead vocals, grand piano, flute and acoustic guitar, Breaking The Fear Wall will feature powerful harmonies sung by The Brecon Cathedral Choir, a live rock & contemporary classical ensemble and inspirational film imagery.

A co-production with the support of Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon Town Council, Brecon Cathedral and Brecon Brewing.

TICKETS £7.00 IN ADVANCE ON THE DOOR £8.00 BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50P

TICKETS £14.50 CONCESSIONS £12.00 UNDER 18S £2.50 BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50P

Mid Wales Chamber Orchestra is Theatr Brycheiniog’s orchestra in residence and this performance is supported by the Esmée Fairbairn Foundation 6.15PM – 7.00PM

PRE-CONCERT TALK

with award-wining Stravinsky biographer Professor Stephen Walsh FREE TO TICKET-HOLDERS

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SUNDAY 11 MARCH 7.30PM

HONOR BLACKMAN

THIS IS THE REAL THING Honor Blackman – one of Britain’s most loved performers – stars in her latest one person show. It is truly Honor as herself, as she tells the story of her life interspersed with songs, sketches and scenes. An astonishing sixty-year career makes for a fascinating autobiography – the one she has never written but is happy to perform.

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MONDAY 12 MARCH 7.00PM

COLEG POWYS

THE PERFO

ARTS ACA Two short, sharp, witty and provocative plays where the drama of teenagers’ lives take centre stage.

Teechers by John Godber A group of school leavers perform an account of their time at Whitewall High, specifically their time with Mr Nixon, a new ‘fresh out of the box teacher’ who ignites their passion for drama.

Chatroom by Enda Walsh In cyberspace a group of teenagers type and chat. A chilling and powerful tale of manipulation and the ultimate act of teenage rebellion.

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THURSDAY 15 MARCH 10.00AM & 1.30PM

MID WALES CHAMBER ORCHESTRA PETER & THE WOLF / PEDR A’R BLAIDD Conductor James Slater Director Sue Best Narrator & Animateur Elinor Wyn Reynolds Peter & The Wolf comes to life in a new bi-lingual version by poet Elinor Wyn Reynolds, designed and performed by local primaryschool children. The programme also includes work by Mozart, Rossini and Tchaikovsky.

This concert is open to South Powys primary schools. Tickets are free but must be booked in advance through box office.

Mid Wales Chamber Orchestra is Theatr Brycheiniog’s orchestra in residence and this performance is supported by the Ashley Family Foundation and Powys County Council

RMING

ADEMY

Performed by Level 3 BTEC National Diploma students who are undertaking vocational performing arts training at Theatr Brycheiniog. For more information about courses please contact the Academy Coordinator on 0845 4086 400 or viv.buckley@coleg-powys.ac.uk.

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SATURDAY 17 MARCH 8.00PM

AMY WADGE & PETE RILEY Sample the natural musical match of Amy Wadge and Pete Riley at Theatr Brycheiniog this spring.

Amy is widely regarded as one of the country’s most successful female singer-songwriters. Her astonishing voice has a breathtaking range and emotional impact while her writing continues to surpass most of her contemporaries.

Pete Riley is best known for his work with Treehouse in the 1990s and the ten years he spent touring the USA with the iconic American artist Edwin McCain.

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FRIDAY 16 MARCH 7.30PM

BRECKNOCK SOCIETY AND MUSEUM FRIENDS

15TH SIR JOHN LLOYD MEMORIAL LECTURE Conquerors, Courtiers and Careerists: The Struggle For Supremacy In The Lordship of Brecon 1093-1287 Dr. David Stephenson Bangor University Admission is free but there will be a voluntary collection to support the educational work of the Brecknock Society and Museum Friends.

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STOP PRESS! WEDNESDAY 21 MARCH 7.00PM

SOUTH POWYS YOUTH MUSIC GALA CONCERT

Featuring South Powys Youth Orchestra, Choir, Wind Band, Percussion Group, String Machine and South Powys Bach Group.

THURSDAY 22 MARCH 7.00PM

THE BAND OF THE WELSH GUARDS The Band Of The Welsh Guards return to Wales and to Theatr Brycheiniog for the first time since performing at the wedding of The Duke & Duchess of Cambridge.

The band, one of the most popular and highly regarded military ensembles in the world, will perform an evening of traditional military music accompanied by popular and modern classical selections.

In aid of The Welsh Guards Afghanistan Fund & other local charities.

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SATURDAY 24 MARCH 8.00PM

SHOCK’N’AWE PERFORMANCE COMPANY

MUSCLE Script and direction Choreography and direction Music Design Images

Greg Cullen Phil Williams Benjamin Talbott Angharad Matthews Kim Fielding

Love us or loathe us, men are everywhere. We have the habit of popping up, often unexpectedly, in your beds, wombs, wars, worst nightmares and fondest memories. We come for better, or for worse, in guises as disparate as drag artiste, soldier, priest and lover, yet apparently we all hail from Mars!

No wonder being a man is problematic; it’s dangerous, pressured, ridiculous, often funny and sometimes tragic, but it’s also capable of being something beautiful.

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Muscle is a richly textured, emotional rollercoaster of theatre, dance, music, film and animation inspired by extraordinary interviews with Welsh men and performed by an eclectic all male cast who also play the characters from Venus.

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‘The comedy is rich and genuinely funny’ THE WESTERN MAIL 5.30PM - 7.00PM

WORKSHOP WITH THE CAST TICKETS £5.00 (£3.00 FOR TICKET HOLDERS)

TUESDAY 27 MARCH 8.00PM

CATRIN FINCH & TOUMANI DIABATÉ A stunning music collaboration featuring two world class virtuosos.

Catrin and Toumani are from two very different cultures and the harp occupies a vital place in the incredibly rich culture of both. The West African harp – the kora – played by Toumani is made from a dried gourd and fishing line; the Welsh harp, played by Catrin, is one of the most iconic symbols of a nation steeped in music.

Bjork and the late great Ali Farka Touré with whom he won a Best Traditional World Music Album GRAMMY Award in 2006.

Catrin Finch is one of Wales’ leading international musical ambassadors. Her concert appearances with the world’s top orchestras span the globe and she has worked with artists including Bryn Terfel, Sir James Galway and Julian Lloyd-Webber.

Toumani Diabaté is one of Africa’s most important musicians and widely considered the world’s finest living kora player. He has collaborated with Damon Albarn, Taj Mahal,

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Cyd-gynhyrchiad Theatr Mwldan Astar Artes co-production

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THURSDAY 29 MARCH 8.00PM

FRIDAY 30 MARCH 7.00PM

BOOTHBY GRAFFOE & NICK PYNN

BBC NATIONAL ORCHESTRA OF WALES

IS THIS YOUR VEHICLE, SIR? Boothby Graffoe is a very rare breed – a comedy singer-songwriter who is exceptionally good at everything!

An evening with this multi-talented, darkly hilarious, grade A British eccentric is sure to twist your funny bone one minute and break your heart the next.

‘Sings songs that are both beautiful and funny’ THE GUARDIAN TICKETS £12.00 CONCESSIONS £10.00 BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50P

A Makin Projects production in association with Theatr Mwldan

FAMILY FAVOURITES

Conductor Grant Llewellyn Soloist Sophie Evans Featuring music by Bernstein, Coates, Strauss and songs from The Sound of Music and The Wizard of Oz. Join Grant Llewellyn and the BBC National Orchestra Of Wales for a concert of popular melodies and songs including Strauss’s Trish Trash Polka and Leroy Anderson’s Clarinet Candy and featuring Welsh West End Star Sophie Evans, currently performing Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz in the West End. TICKETS £9.50 DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50P

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SATURDAY 31 MARCH 7.45PM

A NIGHT OF

DIRTY DANCING Not the West End and touring musical, but the brand-new sensational, inspirational box office smash concert show of the year. Come and experience the brand-new spectacular featuring all the hits from everyone’s favourite dance movie Dirty Dancing.

Take a trip back to the summer of ‘63 and re-live Patrick Swayze and Jennifer Grey’s sizzling performance in the ultimate coming of age romance.

It’s the sexiest song and dance sensation of 2012 featuring all the hits: She’s Like The Wind, Big Girls Don’t Cry, Hey Baby, Wipeout, Do You Love Me, Be My Baby, Hungry Eyes and, of course, the Oscar-winning (I’ve Had) The Time of My Life.

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THURSDAY 19 APRIL 7.30PM

VAMOS THEATRE

MUCH ADO ABOUT WENLOCK A full mask show - to be enjoyed by all ages - featuring original music and a combination of theatre and dance.

SATURDAY 14 APRIL 7.30PM

HERMAN’S HERMITS

Herman’s Hermits have chalked up ten hit albums, over 23 Top Twenty single records, three major movies and countless television shows and concert tours all over the world – up to date they have total record sales of over 75 million.

Since 1971 and the departure of Peter Noone to pursue a solo career, the group has never stopped. Original member Barry Whitwam has guided the group from strength to strength into one of the hardest working bands in the business – they still average more then 200 one-night stands per year.

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In the year 1850, the small Shropshire town of Much Wenlock hosted its very own ‘Olympian Games’, an event that was to be an inspiration for the modern Olympics that began 46 years later.

Audiences will delight at the characters from the local community as they train for, and compete in, this amazing annual event: the butcher practises his hammer throw with un-plucked pheasants; the postman uses his letters and parcels to perfect his discus; the whole Victorian household is going for gold.

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Presented in association with the Everyman Theatre, Cheltenham

SATURDAY 21 APRIL 7.30PM

SWANSEA CITY OPERA

COSI FAN TUTTE Swansea City Opera make a welcome return with a production of Mozart’s popular and uproarious comic opera.

Beautifully staged in English with elegant classical 19th century costumes and performed by some of the finest singers and orchestral players in the country, Così fan tutte contains some of Mozart’s most ravishing music and makes for an enchanting and hilarious evening’s entertainment - a feast for the eyes and ears.

‘Utterly glorious’ SOUTH WALES EVENING POST TICKETS £19.50 CONCESSIONS £17.50 BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50P

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WEDNESDAY 25 APRIL 7.45PM

HOFESH SHECHTER DANCE COMPANY POLITICAL MOTHER

Astonishing unisons, percussive grooves and a raw and honest physicality mark Hofesh Shechter as one of the most exciting artists to emerge in recent years.

Political Mother is performed by ten dancers and accompanied by Shechter’s cinematic score featuring a band of live drummers and electric guitarists.

Since exploding onto the dance scene with Uprising/In Your Rooms, Shechter and his young and talented dance company have established themselves as a leading force in the UK dance scene. Following a career as a dancer, Shechter moved to the UK in 2002 and made his choreographic debut in 2004.

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A former drummer in a rock band, Shechter creates the musical scores for each of his dance creations and his atmospheric, groovy music alongside his company’s unique physicality has earned his work acclaim around the world.

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Supported by Arts Council England, Brighton Dome and Outset

THURSDAY 26 APRIL 8.00PM

LONDON COMMUNITY GOSPEL CHOIR Inspirational and invigorating, the UK’s top gospel choir comes to Brecon for the first time.

Highly sought-after throughout the world, their concerts are full of songs and spirituals that will soothe the mind, heal the spirit, uplift the soul and cheer your heart.

Featuring Oh Happy Day and His Eye is On the Sparrow from Sister Act, Amazing Grace, Hallelujah and many, many more.

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FRIDAY 27 APRIL 7.30PM

IN AID OF ALZHEIMER’S SOCIETY

MAYOR’S VARIETY CONCERT TICKETS £8.00 CONCESSIONS £7.00 BOOKING FEE PER TICKET 50P

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JAZZ IN THE BAR TUESDAY 10 JANUARY 8.00PM

TUESDAY 20 MARCH 8.00PM

GARDENIA SWING TRIO

DAVE COTTLE TRIO

Ruth Bowen’s top jazz vocals from the classic songbook and featuring Andrew Jones on guitar and Richard Bowen on drums.

TUESDAY 14 FEBRUARY 8.00PM

PAUL MUNNERY’S SWING STREET BAND Trombone-led, with keyboard, vibes, and some special guests - a fun night to celebrate St Valentine’s with JITB!

Maestro Dave leads on piano, trumpet and sings too! Always a very popular and enjoyable jazz programme.

TUESDAY 17 APRIL 8.00PM

JONATHAN CRESPO QUARTET Top modern jazz lineup includes Jon Crespo on trumpet, Jim Barber on piano and Ian Poole on drums.

TICKETS £6.00 STUDENTS & YOUTH £3.00 NOW AVAILABLE IN ADVANCE FROM THE BOX OFFICE

A BRAND NEW EVENT FOR THE SUMMER...

BRECON YOUTH FESTIVAL 2012 MUSIC DANCE THEATRE ART CRAFTS TALKS ACTIVITIES

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We’re very keen to hear from young people and get your input into what goes into the festival at the planning stage. If you have any ideas or would like to take part in any way, please get in touch, we would love to hear from you. Please just pop in, tweet us, write in, email us, or give us your ideas via our Facebook page.

Email: youthfest@brycheiniog.co.uk Telephone: Box Office 01874 611622

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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

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 BOROUGH THEATRE ABERGAVENNY 01873 850805 BRECON TOURIST INFORMATION CENTRE 01874 622485 BRECON BEACONS NATIONAL PARK VISITOR CENTRE 01874 623366 DRAGONFLY CRUISES 07831 685 222

BRYCHEINIOG YOUTH THEATRE 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

BIKES & HIKES MONTHLY

NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF DECORATIVE & FINE ARTS DORCAS CRESSWELL 01497 847262

COLEG POWYS PERFOMING ARTS DIPLOMA 0845 4086400 / www.coleg-powys.ac.uk BOOK TICKETS ONLINE

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.

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

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PHOTOGRAPHY JUSTIN HARRIS

TIPPLE’N’TIFFIN @ BRYCHEINIOG As featured in the hit ITV1 show Britain’s Best Dish: The Chefs and The Good Food Guide 2012

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.

Prepared with fresh local ingredients, the dishes at this acclaimed canal-side restaurant may be shared or combined in any way you choose.

Enjoy an old favourite with a twist. Experiment with something new.

Its entirely up to you!

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CALL TO BOOK TICKETS

01874 611622

www.tipplentiffin.co.uk

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.

FFÔN Ar 01874 611622 a thalu trwy gerdyn credyd/debyd rhwng 9.30AM a 5.00PM o ddydd Llun i ddydd Sadwrn.

ON-LINE / AR-LEIN www.theatrbrycheiniog.co.uk

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

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.

BOOK TICKETS ONLINE

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THEATR BRYCHEINIOG

Monday 12 March 7.00pm

Coleg Powys

Thursday 15 March 10.00am & 1.30pm

Mid Wales Chamber Orchestra

Friday 16 March 7.30pm

Sir John Lloyd Memorial Lecture

BRECON l ABERHONDDU JANUARY-APRIL l IONAWR-EBRILL 2012

Saturday 17 March 8.00pm

JANUARY

Wednesday 21 March 7.00pm

Saturday 21 - Saturday 28 January

Cinderella

Amy Wadge & Pete Riley South Powys Youth Music Gala

Thursday 22 March 7.00pm

Band Of The Welsh Guards

Monday 6 Saturday 24 March 8.00pm Saturday 11 February 7.00pm Brecknock YFC Festival Tuesday 27 March 8.00pm Monday 13 February 7.00pm LDN Wrestling

Muscle

FEBRUARY Wednesday 15 February 7.45pm

Paul Rose Thursday 29 March 8.00pm

Thursday 16 February 8:00pm Friday 17 February 7.30pm Saturday 18 February 7.30pm

Gypsy Fire Quartet Fortunes And Friday 30 March 7.00pm The Ivy League

Brecon High School

Friday 24 February 7.30pm

Mike Doyle

Wednesday 29 February Saturday 3 March

NoFit State Circus

Friday 9 March 7.30pm Saturday 10 March 7.30pm Sunday 11 March 7.30pm

BBC National Orchestra Of Wales A Night Of Dirty Dancing

APRIL Saturday 14 April 7.30pm

Herman’s Hermits

Thursday 19 April 7.30pm

Much Ado About Wenlock

Paul Daniels Saturday 21 April 7.30pm

Swansea City Opera

MARCH Tuesday 6 March 7.45pm

Boothby Graffoe & Nick Pynn

Rorke’s Drift Concert Saturday 31 March 7.45pm

Tuesday 21 Thursday 23 February 7.30pm

Catrin Finch & Toumani Diabaté

Mid Wales Wednesday 25 April 7.45pm Chamber Orchestra Tanya Walker at Brecon Cathedral

Thursday 26 April 8.00pm

Honor Blackman Friday 27 April 7.30pm

Hofesh Shechter London Community Gospel Choir Mayor’s Variety Concert

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