Orbitâs production of âShrek the Musicalâ landed in the New theatre last night and exceeded all of my expectations. It was on par with the other mainstream touring productions, I have seen in the past. This production was fun for the whole family. Not only was this show appropriate for children, as there were jokes …
Marvelâs Avengers S.T.A.T.I.O.N. Extends Residency in Cardiff
Due to phenomenal demand, the world-class interactive exhibition will be extending in Cardiffâs St. Davidâs Shopping Centre until November 10, 2019. After an overwhelming response from fans in Cardiff, Marvelâs Avengers S.T.A.T.I.O.N. will be extending its stay in Cardiffâs St. Davidâs Shopping Centre. The news follows a hugely successful run for S.T.A.T.I.O.N. in London, New York, …
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Write To Kill
Okay, a little bit of shameless self promotion. If you've read any of my previous articles written for the Valley Times, featuring TV programmes such as Sanditon and Keeping Faith with Eve Myles, singer/songwriters like Amy Wedge (who wrote the theme for Keeping Faith), and actress and author Jessica Martin, you may or may not …
NOMINATIONS ANNOUNCED FOR THEBRITISH ACADEMY CYMRU AWARDS IN 2019
NOMINATIONS ANNOUNCED FOR THE BRITISH ACADEMY CYMRU AWARDS IN 2019 Documentary feature film Anorac leads with six nominations Netflix feature Apostle and S4C television drama Enid a Lucy each receive five nominations 19 first time nominees confirmed as record entries received 5 September 2019: The British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) in Wales, BAFTA Cymru, has announced today the nominations …
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ANNIE THE MUSICAL UK REVIEW
Straight from the West end, âAnnie The Musical UKâ, opened at the Wales Millennium Centre this week, starring BBCâs strictly come dancingâs, Mr nasty himself, Craig Revel Horwood, taking the role of âMiss Hanniganâ. Annie is also a family loved film and tells the tale of an orphaned, larger than life, young lady, named Annie, …
BRIDGEND Q POPUP FROM CHEF TOM MARTIN
âThe Q Pop Upâ will be hosted at Heol-y-Cyw Rugby Football Club on the evening of August 30th and the evening of September 6th. The idea of the pop up is to provide High Quality Restaurant food at an accessible price all the while supporting local producers, Farmers and Artisans. Our aim is to provide …
CLUB TROPICANA THE MUSICAL REVIEW
The colour, glitz and glamour, Of the 80s, landed in a Cardiff last night, but didnât stop there, as we were just picked up and jetted off, to the outrageous âClub Tropicanaâ hotel! JOE MCELDERRY AS GARRY The plot is based on a struggling hotel, set at a holiday resort in Spain, that pulls out …
Keeping Faith
So, I kept faith with Keeping Faith (original title in Welsh Un Bore Mercher, translates to One Wednesday Morning) and oh boyo, what a dramatic second series. Keeping Faith, written by Matthew Hall, is located in rural Wales, with stunning scenery. Directed by Pip Broughton and Andy Newbery, Keeping Faith series one was watched by …
TUCKED (15) Written and Directed by Jamie Patterson Starring Derren Nesbitt, Jordan Stephens, Steve Oram, April Pearson UK DVD & DIGITAL HD RELEASE DATE: MONDAY 9th SEPTEMBER
TUCKED is a raw and tender drama about an ageing 80 year old drag queen who forms an unlikely friendship with a younger queen, both struggling with their own issues of gender identity & mortality. As they discover more about each other, they realise how to truly be themselves. A story about love, loss and friendship …
Let the sunshine in! 30 things to try at The Red Dragon Centre as temperatures rise
THIS IMAGE IS LICENSED TO THE RED DRAGON CENTRE FOR PR, COMMUNICATION AND MARKETING USE ONLY. Š Roger Donovan, Media Photos Tel: 02920 361126 Mobile: 07711 325100 e-mail: roger@mediaphotos.co.uk http://www.mediaphotos.co.uk Summertime is upon us; the days are brighter, and everyone is excited to spend time together with friends and family as summer is here. For anyone staying …
A Brighter Future at Cynon Valley Museum
The Cynon Valley Museum is now brighter than ever before. All three galleries this week have seen extensive investment in their lighting. This has included replacing older inefficient lights with new energy efficient LEDâs and expanding the number of lights in the galleries improving the visitor experience and making the museum more accessible than ever …
Review of âThe Little Mermaidâ.
Disneyâs 1989 smash hit âThe Little Mermaidâ, has truly been brought, to life, at the âCardiff Open Air Festivalâ, in Sophia gardens. Telling the wonderful story, of how a teenage mermaid, longs to live, a human life and gives up a great deal, to achieve that. The role of âArielâ was played by âCadi Mullaneâ, …
REVIEW OF JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR
The legendary âJesus Christ Superstarâ from Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice, was brought to life, once again, last night, at the âCardiff Open Air Theatre Festivalâ, which is part of the âEveryman Theatreâ. This biopic, stage production, tells the story, of Jesus Christâs, final week on earth, which includes, scenes of love, heartache and …
Lion King musical is coming to Cardiff in 2020
The incredible stage production of "The Lion King", will visit Cardiff during July and August 2020, for a 7 week run. This explosive musical, based on Disney's hit 1994 film and now 2019 film, featuring the voices, from the likes of "BeyoncĂŠ Knowles" and "Seth Roger", last visited Cardiff in 2014 and was hugely successful, …
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Sanditon
I have a confession to make. I'm not one to sit and watch period drama's. Yes, I confess now. BUT....... this Autumn I will be sitting comfortably in front of the television to watch a new adaptation of an unfinished novel by Jane Austen. In January 1817, Jane began work on a new novel she …
CHICAGO FROM KINETIC SCHOOL OF PERFORMING ARTS REVIEW
CHICAGO CAST Local esteemed theatre group, Kinetic, opened its much anticipated production of âChicagoâ last night, at the âRoyal College of Welsh Dramaâ and what a Chicago style opening it was! Chicago the musical, tells the story of how two showgirls, are arrested for murder, one for the murder of her husband and her sister, …
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FRONT ROW REVIEW OF KINKY BOOTS THE MUSICAL
The smash west end hit "Kinky Boots", landed at the glorious, Wales Millennium Centre last night and what a landing it was! We were taken on a journey of heartache, passion, sheer determination, with lots of high wrenching sass, thrown in! PRICE & SONS LTD SHOE FACTORY Kinky Boots tells the story, of Northampton based …
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REVIEW OF WELSH PROMSâ âONE SMALL STEP…â
The legendary Welsh Proms, opened at St Davidâs Hall last night and what a superb opening it was. We were taken on a journey, celebrating 50 years of the iconic moon landing, which is something very special indeed. Classical music played a big part of this momentous occurrence and Welsh Proms certainly celebrated this. Artistic …
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Everybodyâs Talking About Jamie coming to the WMC Next May
Happy Friday everyone! đ We're super excited to announce that...Everybodyâs Talking About Jamie, the smash-hit, West End musical is coming to the Centre 18 â 23 May 2020 as part of its first UK tour! The brilliant Layton Williams (OFFICIAL) (Bad Education, Billy Elliot the Musicals l) stars as Jamie New and Shane Richie (Alfie …
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Review of âour generationâ by Shine Theatre School
Shine theatre school shows titled âit's our generationâ and âtime to shineâ, in Wales Millenium Centre dance house, were two fantastic shows that demonstrate what âShineâ the company was all about. Every cast member, including the little ones, performed fantastic dance routines, great vocals and entertaining acting schemes. On top of this, every child was …
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Cardiff Metropolitan University and Primary School Pupils Design Wellbeing App
Cardiff Metropolitan University has launched a wellbeingapp designed by primary pupils with university students to support schools and parents in enhancing childrenâs wellbeing. The iValue U Wellbeing App, which recently became available to download from the Apple App Store, was developed by Welsh primary pupils for other children. iValue U resulted from a year-long project between Cardiff Metropolitan Universityâs School of Education and Social Policy and schools across South Wales. …
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Keeping Faith Record-breaking drama returns for a second series on BBC One on 23 July
Eve Myles returns as Faith Howells, the much-loved lawyer, wife and mother whose life was turned upside down by the unexplained disappearance of her husband, Evan (Bradley Freegard). Now, 18 months later, Faith is drawn into a new mystery as she takes on the case of Madlen Vaughan (Aimee-Ffion Edwards), a local farmer accused of …
GHOST TO BRING âTHE ULTIMATE TOUR NAMED DEATHâ TO EUROPE THIS NOVEMBER/DECEMBER TICKETS ON SALE FRIDAY 12 JULY AT 10AM
Following the coveted Special Guest slot on Metallicaâs 26-date summer European stadium tour âWorldWired,â and a 32-date Fall headline arena tour of North America, Ghost will bring its âUltimate Tour Named Deathâ to European arenas starting November 16 at the Motorpoint Arena in Nottingham, England. The company will travel across the UK and Europe over …
JOHN BARROWMAN REVIEW ST DAVIDâS HALL
John Barrowman's tour titled âfabulousâ is only at the St Davidâs Hall for two nights (one of which sold out a few days after the tickets were released) and I would advise that if you haven't already, and if there are tickets available, to book a ticket to this fantastic celebration of Barrowmanâs career. I …
THE ST DAVIDâS GIN LOUNGE FESTIVAL
The Hayes is set to be transformed into a gin lovers paradise this August, with the St Davidâs Gin Lounge Festival heading to the heart of the city centre. St Davidâs is teaming up with the Gin Lounge, a band of gin enthusiasts to put together a jolly, gin-filled interactive event to celebrate some of …
Review of âHello Cabaret in the Parkâ as part of the Everyman Open Air theatre festival
âHello Cabaretâ returned to Sophia Gardens on Sunday night for the third year running, performing their cabaret in the park, closing the first weekend of the Everyman Open Air Theatre Festival (on until the 3rd August). The show promises âpopular show tunes, spellbinding stories and hidden gems performed under the starsâ, and for the most part, …
REVIEW OF THE POTTED PIG VEGAN TAKEOVER
I was thrilled to be invited to attend the sold out "vegan takeover" at The Potted Pig. I'd never visited the restaurant before so I was very excited to be a part of this event. The restaurant is located in the city centre of Cardiff, neighbouring the beautiful Cardiff Castle. Inside the venue is a …
WEST END SUPERSTAR KERRY ELLIS PERFORMS AS PART OF RAFT
KERRY ELLIS OUTSIDE THE PARK & DARE THEATRE TREORCHY West end superstar Kerry Ellis, famous for playing Elphaba in smash west end hit âWickedâ landed not in Oz, but in the beautiful Rhondda valleys last night and this was one landing, Wizard of Ozâs Dorothy Gale would never have forgotten. Kerry Ellis shot to fame …
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13 GRAVES – THE MOVIE
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qeWLbrYECmU The Official 13 GRAVES Trailer Yes, it's me again. It's been awhile, well a week, but I'm back! Today I want to let you know about a movie premiere I was invited to on Monday night at a packed Cineworld in the vibrant Leicester Square in the heart of London, with guests that included …
WRONG PLACE WRONG TIME â THE BOOK AND MOVIE THAT EVERYONE IS TALKING ABOUT!
LONDON AUTHOR CELEBRATES PUBLISHING SUCCESS OF HIS AMAZON BEST-SELLING NOVEL WITH A BOOK TO MOVIE PROJECT! From wrongly imprisoned life-saver to self-published Amazon No 1 bestselling author, David P Perlmutterâs debut novel, WRONG PLACE WRONG TIME, also edited by his partner Julie Tucker is now a book to movie project with Golden Mile Productions and …
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The Late Late Show with James Corden
The Late Late Show with James Corden broadcasting from London with Mumford & Sons performing. Airing June 20th, 2019 (12:37-1:37 AM, ET/PT) Photo: Craig Sugden/CBS Š2019 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved The fourth episode of the London edition of The Late Late Show with James Corden airs tonight at 10pm on Sky One and NOW TV. The Late …
WWE MOVING TO BT SPORT
đ¨ ANNOUNCEMENT đ¨ BT Sport will be the new home of WWE in the UK and Ireland from January 2020. Raw đ´đĽ SmackDown đľđ WWE's monthly pay-per-view events, including WrestleMania, will be available on BT Sport Box Office. https://t.co/xutPHiW6q1 We spoke to some huge WWE fans here in Wales and they stated this has come …
POSTER AND TRAILER REVEALED FOR NEW ARE YOU PROUD? DOCUMENTARY
Peccadillo Pictures has revealed the new poster and trailer for the new UK documentary Are You Proud? The film is released in cinemas on 26th July and VOD/DVD on 29th July, including in US.You can watch the trailer here:  https://youtu.be/aL1hTa7R9ps The LGBTQ+ movement in the UK has fought bruising battles for equality. Directed by Ashley Joiner, …
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Sky announces upcoming original Christmas special, Cinderella: After Ever After, starring David Walliams, Sian Gibson, Celia Imrie and Sir Tom Courtenay
This Christmas, Sky One turns the classic Cinderella story on its head, thanks to new Sky original comedy Cinderella: After Ever After starring David Walliams. Sian Gibson, Celia Imrie and Sir Tom Courtenay also join the all-star line-up in this King Bert Productions special. All fairy tales end with âhappy ever afterâ but what happens after ever after? …
Lady Taverners host inter-school sports fun day for special schools
Around 120 children from 6 special schools competed in The Lady Taverners inter-school sports day at the National Indoor Athletics Centre in Cyncoed. Heronbridge, Meadowbank, Ty Gwyn, Riverbank, Ysgol y Deri and The Hollies competed in sports from wheelchair races, long jump, table tennis, skittles and egg and spoon races. The event finished a relay …
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Caroline Sheen & Amber Davies To Star in 9 To 5 The Musical at Wales Millennium Centre Theatre
The producers of Dolly Partonâs 9 To 5 The Musical have announced that Caroline Sheen will star as Violet Newstead and Amber Davies will star as Judy Bernly when the smash hit musical plays at Wales Millennium Centre during autumn 2019. Caroline Sheen played the role of Violet Newstead to rave reviews when this production …
Coppafeel Charity
Me again! Sorry, but as I mentioned in my previous article, I was kindly invited to two events this week in London, the first, being Jessica Martin's book launch, the second, last nights charity event at Myla. It was a social gathering in aid of CoppaFeel breast cancer charity, hosted by the stunning lingerie shop, …
Jessica Martin
It's Friday. Who's happy about that? I'm sure many of you are, unless you're working over the weekend. Anyway, I hope your week has been a good one. I've had a busy one, not only with meetings about the new children's book I'm writing, writing my new fiction book, plus chats with the production companies …
Another Sky Life Was Coming In Through The Blinds Release date: Friday, June 14th 2019
Today Another Sky release their âLife Was Coming In Through The Blindsâ EP on Fiction Records. A stunning body of work, setting the band firmly within their own creative lane, the four-track release focuses on resilience and celebration in the darkest of times, loosely inspired byâThe Wisdom Of No Escapeâ, by Pema Chodron. A woman …
COSY CLUB CARDIFF BAY
COSY CLUB OPENS ITS DOORS IN CARDIFF BAY The newest addition to the Cardiff Bay food and drink scene has flung open its doors in spectacular style, creating 40 jobs for local people. Cosy Club Mermaid Quay celebrates the joys of relaxed dining, drinking and lounging in a fabulous, welcoming setting: think aristocratic abundance with …
The Red Dragon Centre invites families to enjoy âOne Great Dayâ at Cardiff Bay
The Red Dragon Centre is joining organisations nationwide to celebrate âOne Great Dayâ, a charity fundraising day in aid of local childrenâs health charities that support families, including Tš Hafan. The entertainment centre is inviting families and friends to Cardiff Bay on Saturday 22 June in celebration of One Great Day between 12pm and 4pm. With Toy Story …
Planet Earth II Live In Concert 2020 UK and Ireland Arena Tour
Hosted by Liz Bonnin Music by Hans Zimmer, Jacob Shea & Jasha Klebe For Bleeding Fingers Music City Of Prague Philharmonic Orchestra, Conducted by Matthew Freeman Planet Earth II Live in Concert, from BBC Studios and the acclaimed BBC Natural History Unit that created TV sensations, Blue Planet II and Dynasties, has announced a UK & Ireland arena tour for Spring 2020. Experience …
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FORMER FIRST LADY MICHELLE OBAMA JOINS SKY ONEâS THE LATE LATE SHOW WITH JAMES CORDEN IN LONDON
Former First Lady Michelle Obama will join James Corden for an epic international dodgeball game that will kick off The Late Late Show with James Corden in London, airing Tuesday 18 June to Friday 21 June, exclusively on Sky One and streaming service NOW TV in the UK. This is the third UK trip for The Late Late Show with …
HORMONAL HOUSEWIVES REVIEW
This hilarious three women show visited the Coliseum in Aberdare last weekend and what a visit it was! Focusing on mainly female related issues of all ages, it was really well received by the pro-dominantly female audience. Starring Vicki Michelle, who starred in classic BBC sitcom âAllo Alloâ the hilariously funny Julie Coombe (Co-writer of …
DIRTY DANCING THE MUSICAL REVIEW
âDirty Dancing the Musicalâ landed at our prestigious New Theatre Cardiff last night and what a storm it brought with it! Based on the iconic âDirty Dancingâ movie and currently performing a UK tour, I was taken on a magical journey, that felt extremely special. I was fortunate enough to be sitting in the second …
Breaking Down Societyâs Barriers: Tolerance vs Inclusion
Art and design are powerful tools to raise awareness and inform observers of societal issues. Thatâs what Stephen Burridge focused on for his final piece at Cardiff Metropolitan University. The 28-year old just completed his undergraduate in Graphic Communication at the Cardiff School of Art and Design and will showcase his completed design work,âToleranceâ, at the schoolâs summer show. His exhibition looks to educate visitors and fixates on the difference between tolerance …
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Authors – Actors and The Kray Twins
You know what itâs like when youâve been invited to an event or party months in advance of the event date, and youâre looking forward to it so much and for so long but in the end, the party is so disappointing, it feels like fireworks disintegrating without an Ohhh or an Ahh on the stroke of midnight? Well, …
THE KINGDOM CHOIR REVIEW
The sensational Kingdom Choir landed at our iconic St Davidâs hall in Cardiff this week and what an incredible landing it was! This remarkable choir, were sadly performing their final show of their current tour, which I was honoured to witness, but Iâm sure theyâll be back with another phenomenal production! THE KINGDOM CHOIR PERFORMING …
Gok Wan amongst first acts announced for Pride Cymruâs Big Weekend
Pride Cymru has revealed the first set of performers for its annual Big Weekend, celebrating diversity and unity. Over a set of three days in August, more than 75 acts will come to Cardiff, providing a variety of entertainment that ranges from music acts to drag performers to comedians. Among the performers is one of Britainâs favourites, GokWan, …
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RAFT 2019
The 2019 Rhondda Arts Festival (RAFT) opens next weekend with a month long series of arts events across the regions, as organisers reveal a trio of additional events to add to their high profile roster.Blackadder & Time Teamâs Sir Tony Robinson joins Wicked star Kerry Ellis and award winning comedian & actor Omid Djalili in headlining the festivalâs second year, which runs from June …
LAST SUMMER FILM WELSH PREMIERE
Set in Welsh countryside during the 1970s, with the prospect of a long, hot summer ahead of play and friendships, four boys find their own adventure until unexpected tragedy strikes with devastating consequences. Catapulted into the adult world, they strive to take matters into their own hands. Will the boys learn the value of their childhood …
REVIEW OF DONBASS BODERLAND
When we heard of this Russian film about the current situation in the separatist Donbass region of Ukraine and former Imperial Russia, we envisaged the potential for a possible piece of open pro-Russian propaganda. What we witnessed instead however at the joint U.K. premieres in Chapter Arts, Cardiff and at the Redhouse Cymru, as part …
Happy birthday Sir Ian McKellen (Winner of the first ever Valley Times living legend award)
The inspirational Sir Ian McKellen, CH, CBE, celebrated his 80th birthday recently and coincidentally, Stonewall, (LGBT rights charity) which he co-founded, celebrated their 50th birthday! Furthermore we are extremely proud to announce, that we are awarding the first ever Valley Times living legend award to Sir Ian, for his sensational contribution to the world of Arts …
A NIGHT AT THE MOVIES WITH ONLY MEN ALOUD AND THE CORY BAND
The sensational Only Men Aloud and the magnificent Cory band, showcased their âA Night At The Moviesâ show last night, at the iconic St Davidâs hall Cardiff and what a superb show it was! The evening was a celebration of the worldâs most loved films, especially focusing on the wonderful music, from legendary American composer, …
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REVIEW OF SOUL LEGENDS
Soul Legends visted St Davidâs Hall last night, which promised to bring back to life all the soul legends of yesteryears, which it most definitely did, in fact, my aunty, who attended the show with me, said it took her back to when she was a child and so obviously successfully managed to rebuild the …
New Cygnet arrivals hatched for the Summer
Letâs raise a glass to the brand new Cygnet additions âlandingâ safely at the distillery this week. Following on from the huge success of the debut 70cl craft gin from the Welsh gin company, Cygnet, the South Wales Distillery have announced not one, but two brand new Cygnet products which are now available to buy. The …
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NON-BULLSHIT INNOVATION
Last week I was invited to a book launch at a very cool book shop in London. Designed by Spanish architects SelgasCano, the book shop, called Libreria, was located just off Brick Lane, in the very trendy Shoreditch. The launch was for author, David Rowan, who happily signed copies of his debut book "NON-BULLSHIT INNOVATION" …
WALES MILLENNIUM CENTRE LAUNCHES WEEKLY âSATURDAY SUPPER CLWBâ
Supper Clwb launches on 1st June 2019 and features monthly cabaret nights of drag, musicals, burlesque and comedy, with great food and drink Saturday Supper Clwb, a new evening of food and the best cabaret in town presented by Wales Millennium Centre, is launching this June! Each Saturday of the month will feature an exciting …
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REVIEW OF THE NORTHERN BALLETâS VICTORIA
The New Theatre was abuzz last night. Crowds of audience members anticipating the Northern Balletâs production of âVictoriaâ created a real atmosphere of excitement as soon as you stepped foot into the building. Having never been to a professional ballet performance before, I was on tenterhooks, not quite knowing what to expect from a performance …
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EISTEDDFOD REHEARSALS
The Red Dragon Centre opens its doors for Eisteddfod rehearsals Between 27 May and 1 June, over 10,000 children will be heading to the Red Dragon Centre, where they will use the centre's facilities for rehearsals and preliminary rounds during the annual Urdd National Eisteddfod. The Urdd National Eisteddfod has become one of Europeâs most …
Peter Kitchen
Hello all. A new week, well Tuesday, but hey, only four days to go until another Bank Holiday Weekend. Talking about weekends, last Sunday I was at Wembley Stadium for the F A Trophy and even though my team, Leyton Orient lost, it didn't matter one single bit. Why you may ask, or maybe not. …
WELSH SINGING SENSATION LUCIE JONES TO PLAY LEAD ROLE ON WAITRESS THE MUSICAL
The incredibly talented Lucie Jones from Cardiff (X-Factor, UK Eurovision 2017) has had all her dreams come true, by joining the WAITRESS London cast to play Jenna, a waitress and expert pie-maker who dreams of a way out of her small town and rocky marriage. Pouring her heart into her pies, she crafts desserts that …
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Ashleigh K – Singer – Model – Leyton Orient Fan…..
Hello Wales, yes me, again. I just can't keep away. I hope you're enjoying all my articles, ranging from actors from Hollywood to meeting Jodie Comer from Killing Eve, to Stephen Hammett-Perlmutter founder of Origins Cuisines from Bristol and now let's meet singer and model and Leyton Orient fan, ASHLEIGH K. Having begun her music …
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BANG Saturday, 25 May BBC One Wales, 10.20pm
Winner of Best Drama at BAFTA Cymru, thrilling bilingual crime drama Bang is the story of a brother, a sister and a gun. The eight-part series begins with PCs Gina Jenkins and Luke Lloyd who discover the body of local businessman Stevie Rose in the marina. A murder investigation is launched and Gina is keen for …
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Origins Cuisine – Bristol
This is Stephen Hammett-Perlmutter collecting his award from Cllr Asher Craig who was voted to receive funding for his next adventure. Hello again WALES. I hope you're enjoying my column. I'm moving completely away from my previous article/subject about the Baftas, Jodie Comer and Hollywood actor Rich Graff to, as Kenny Everett (remember him?) would …
AN EVENING OF ERIC AND ERN
The New Theatre opened its doors on Wednesday for an âEvening of Eric and Ernâ (directed by Daniel Clarkson) an upbeat, contemporary homage to the comedy of Morecambe and Wise. Set against the backdrop of the classic red velvet curtains, Ian Ashpitel (Ernie) and Jonty Stephens (Eric) gave a stellar performance as their comedic idols, …
Bafta Winner And The Hollywood Actor…..
Jodie Comer with her Bafta award! Hello WALES, me again from London, with another update about what Iâve been up to recentlyâŚ. and have I got a story for youâŚ.. Monday, just gone, 24 hours after the Baftas on BBC. Did you watch the awards? I did. Have you seen Killing Eve? I have. Are you …
JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT REVIEW
GO GO GO JAYMI! Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webberâs fascinating musical is back on the road and, has arrived in Cardiff. The show follows Joseph, the favourite son of Jacob, after his eleven brothers sell him as a slave due to their jealousy of him receiving a technicoloured coat from Jacob. What follows is …
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Patti Boulaye – Aretha & Me!
Following the last two years of sell-outs of her show âBillie & Meâ the award-winning singer and musical theatre star Patti Boulaye, returns with her brand new one-woman show âAretha and Meâ. In this fascinating show, Patti compares and contrasts her life with that of the Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin, whose celebrated career included 17 …
A bit About Me with Wayne Clark
Good morning. Another start to a new week and I hope it's a beautiful Monday morning where you are as it's as beautiful as it is with me. Apparently it's going to be warm and sunny for the next few days. So get out and enjoy, but don't forget the sun cream. See, you even …
Take A Bow, Elliott Ross!
As mentioned yesterday in my debut column, which I hope some of you read and enjoyed, or saying that, even read at all, I was invited to attend a play at the Trafalgar Studios in London. The male lead, Elliott Ross, who kindly invited me, is a young British actor who I believe to a rising star and one to look out for in the …
NEW JERSEY NIGHTS REVIEW
New Jersey Nights landed in the iconic New theatre Cardiff last night and boy what a landing it was! This hit show is direct from the USA and drove us back to the iconic 1950s and 60s to the groovy 1980s. Frankie Valli shot to fame in 1962 as the lead singer of the Four …
RUSSELL T DAVIES YEARS AND YEARS FROM RED PRODUCTION COMPANY FOR BBC ONE, HBO AND CANAL+
YEARS AND YEARS COMING TO BBC ONEPictured: Daniel (Russell Tovey), Ruby (Jade Alleyne), Edith (Jessica Hynes), Rosie (Ruth Madeley), Muriel (Anne Reid), Stephen (Rory Kinnear), Celeste (T'nia Miller), Bethany (Lydia West) A six part upcoming drama called 'Years and Years' written and produced by the legendary 'Russell T Davies', will premiere Tuesday 14|05 at 9PM BST, …
Be Gentle. It’s My First!
DAVID P PERLMUTTER As you begin to read this, you may just be wondering how on earth, a North London boy, (aged 54) has ended up with his own exciting (I hope you will think so) column in the Valley Times. Well after a few conversations with Brett Salway, (you just may have heard of …
Iris prize on stage
Having established itself as one of the major LGBTQ+ film festivals in the world, The Iris Prize Festival invites you to an evening of scratch performances as it ventures out of film and onto stage. Drawing inspiration directly from the LGBTQ+ community within Wales, both established and emerging talent bring you an exciting evening of …
CALENDAR GIRLS REVIEWING
A film. A play. And now a musical, touring the UK. Ever since seeing the cast of Calendar Girls The Musical opening the Olivier Awards back in 2018, I have wanted to see this show. A collaboration between Gary Barlow and Tim Firth brings us an enchanting musical, hitting all the right emotions. The opening scene brings …
LGBTQ+ community members share messages and support for Lesbian Visibility Day
LGBTQ+ people around the world, along with politicians and advocacy groups, have been raising awareness and support for the 11th annual Lesbian Day of Visibility. Held on April 26 every year, Lesbian Visibility Day showcases women-loving-women, providing a platform for lesbian role models to speak out on the issues facing female sexual minorities. Happy Lesbian Visibility day đłď¸âđđ
VOICES OF WALES: A FREE 360O FILM EXPERIENCE COMES TO WALES MILLENNIUM CENTRE
2 â 4 MAY 2019 @ GLANFA, WMC Showcasing Walesâ dramatic and diverse landscape and the vibrant music scene embedded within it, Voices of Wales is an innovative short film experience with spine tingling performances from Walesâ emerging musical talents. From the mountains of Snowdonia to the inner-city clubs of Cardiff, audiences will enjoy a gloriously immersive …
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ETC PENARTH VEGAN NIGHT
As a vegetarian of eight years moving onto a vegan lifestyle of four years, I had the great pleasure of attending âEtc'sâ first ever Vegan night, housed in Penarth, the heart of the Vale of Glamorgan, to taste five courses of their unique vegan food and cocktails. The demand for vegan food and drink has …
AVENGERS END GAME
This week sees the dramatic conclusion to 'Avengers Infinity War'. Picking right up where half of the galaxy has been wiped out, by the all powerful 'Thanos', it will follow the story of how this group of extraordinary people, will unite together to stop 'Thanos', along with the help of the incredible 'Captain Marvel'. You …
RICK YALE INTERVIEW #LGBTQ+ đłď¸âđ
Star of âInvoluntary Activistâ Rick yale, talks about his recent role and how this short film has a very important message. The film was made in Wales by the winner of the Iris Prize. HEREâS THE INTERVIEW LINK âŹď¸âŹď¸ http://bit.ly/2YJLzUl
THE BODYGUARD UK TOUR REVIEW
The 'Bodyguard The Musical' landed at the 'Wales Millennium Centre' Cardiff last night and what a STAGGERING landing it was! THE ORIGINAL 'THE BODYGUARD' FILM POSTER Based on the iconic hit 90s film 'The bodyguard', starring the late 'Whitney Houston' and Hollywood legend 'Kevin Costner', the film has been transitioned to the stage and given …
IRIS PRIZE FELLOWSHIP EVENT
IRIS PRIZE FELLOWSHIP AWARD EVENT
HAIR THE MUSICAL REVIEW
HAIR THE MUSICAL 50TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR REVIEWThis exuberant award winning show landed in full glory last night, at the iconic 'New Theatre' Cardiff and what a hair raising experience it was! It was the winner of the âWhatsOnStageâ 2018 award. Featuring an all star cast, including reality TV star 'Jake Quickenden' who plays the role of …
SISTER ACT REVIEW
âSISTER ACTâ performed by the Harmonic Arts Company, St Peters Hall, Roath, 3 and 4 AprilLast Thursday I attended this excellent production of âSister Actâ by an entirely teenage cast. Most of you will have heard of the famous film, âSister Actâ, featuring Whoopi Goldberg, which was a huge hit in 1992. However you may …
GAME OF THRONES SEASON 8
The world wide phenomenon âGame Of Thronesâ returns tonight! Tune in to to Sky Atlantic or Now TV at 2.00 GMT, for the premiere of the last ever season, of this incredible fantasy drama.
ETC PENARTH REVIEW
I visited 'Etc' to experience their Motown supper club and it was truly superb. I was really impressed with the opulent âGATSBYâ decor, which really heightened the elegant ambiance. The fusion inspired restaurant and cocktail bar was really inviting and had plenty of staff to cater for your every need. I felt really comfortable and …
ST DAVIDâS DEWI SANT #BigNightOut
The iconic St David's shopping centre hosted its 2019 #BigNightOut and what a great success it was! The night was a celebration of all things retail and really gave something back, to the thousands of customers that visit the centre weekly. The centre is home to over 150 shops, restaurants and cafes! And is a …
Octopus Soup Live Review
The latest addition to the British farce scene made its way to Cardiff on Tuesday evening, with an eagerly anticipated opening night at the New Theatre. Despite the title sounding like a starter at an upmarket restaurant, Octopus Soup is in fact a story of burglary, insurance fraud, and mob bosses â with the occasional …
Review of Airbnb property in Cardiff
Set on Amesbury RD in Penylan, Cardiff, is this charming Victorian family home, which is being offered on the Airbnb platform. It has 3 bedrooms, that will comfortably sleep a family of six /party of six and has some superb facilities. Upon entering this beautiful house, you're greeted with a sensational period tiled floor, which …
PAULUS:BETA REVIEW
"I Was Never Born, I Was Discovered" Paulus from BBC hit show 'ALL TOGETHER NOW' and a regular performer at our very own 'Cardiff Cabaret Club' brought his sensational 'One Person Musical' to the 'FFRESH BAR AND RESTAURANT' in Cardiff on Saturday, at the iconic 'WALES MILLENNIUM CENTRE' and what a show he delivered! Accompanied by a superb 3 piece band, 'Paulus' …
#FEELSLIKESUMMER @ SOPHIA GARDENS
What a line-up of events here in Cardiff this summer and the #FeelsLikeSummer concert at 'SOPHIA GARDENS' is set to be a real hot summer sensation! BANANARAMA Headlining the event are 80's pop group sensation 'BANANARAMA', who still continue to entertain people all over the world and are launching their latest album called âIn Studioâ, …
COLLABRO ST DAVID’S HALL CARDIFF REVIEW
Collabro Review On Friday night, St Davidâs Hall in Cardiff became the 41st venue of Collabroâs Road to the Royal Albert Hall tour; the quartetâs largest tour to date. In a city and country that knows a thing or two about male-voice groups, the 2014 Britainâs Got Talent winners entertained a lively crowd with a …
THE KILLERS CARDIFF TOURIST GUIDE
The âKILLERSâ have just announced that they are performing an outdoor concert at the iconic Cardiff Castle on Friday the 28th of June! This will be the first time the killers have performed in Cardiff in 7 years! We have put together some recommendations on where to Stay, Eat, Drink and things To Do whilst …
THE DEAD CANARY GIN DINNER PART ii
I was invited down to experience the Dead Canary's Gin dinner and felt like I was transported back in time, to the opulent 1920s. The evening was hosted by one of the representatives from Fields, Morris & Verdin named 'Ruairidh Muir", who has a superb knowledge of the Gins on offer and made the guests …
Wales Millennium Centre CO-PRODUCTIONS Excite And Inspire The World in March 2019
Walesâs number 1 visitor attraction has had a hugely successful March and really keeps Wales at the foreground of the arts sector. Set over its 7.5 acre site in the heart of Cardiff Bay, with its main theatre being able to accommodate 1900 people. The centre plays a hugely important role, in wales' arts and …
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MOTOWN THE MUSICAL REVIEW AT THE WALES MILLENNIUM CENTRE
The iconic âMotown The Musicalâ hit Cardiff this week and was a colossal event! This heart warming musical, tells the story of how âBerry Gordyâsâ âMotown Record Corporationâ,who brought some of the worldâs most recognisable stars, into the limelight , such as Marvin Gaye, Dianna Ross, Stevie Wonder, Jackie Wilson, The Jackson 5 and The …
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CHAPEL 1877 GIN TASTING SESSION
My most recent discovery took me to Chapel 1877 Bar and Restaurant, which is located on Churchill Way, Cardiff. It is a grade II listed building which maintains all its original gothic charm. The converted chapel is tastefully decorated whilst maintaining many original features. The building has an overwhelming feeling of grandeur due to its …
BENIDORM NEW THEATRE REVIEW
Wow!! Derren Littenâs iconic tv series âBenidormâ has a new home, the classic theatre stage! Opening the show at Newcastle theatre royal in 2018, itâs had rave reviews and we were extremely excited to see it here at Cardiff times. It had that recognisable British humour that we all know and love and it was …
CAPTAIN MARVEL REVIEW
The iconic Marvel franchise has hit us with its latest superhero movie film âCaptain Marvelâ. The opening credits play tribute to Marvelâs primary creative leader âStan Leeâ by combining all his iconic Marvel film scenes, into the Marvel logo. This was a real special and moving moment and one that wonât be forgotten in a …
