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MEET THE BAND: Tigercats in the spotlight Page 2

FAMILY SHOW: Sooty visits Cardiff for Easter Page 5

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competition - page 4 COMPETITION: Mounties tickets to be won Page 3 2 Friday, March 27, 2015 Music Follow us on Twitter @Argus_The Guide Time’s just Meet The Band : Tigercats right for a UK return

SIXTIES LEGEND: Billy J Kramer “IT WAS just a matter of the right time, the right place and things lining up with my sched- ule,” Billy J Kramer recently told Andy Howells, as they talked about his return to the UK to perform his first concerts in 18 years. The original Merseybeat era star, who now resides in the USA, explains why he hadn’t toured the UK for so long: “I did a lot of touring and I thought it was best to leave it off. I didn’t want to do one tour after another as I thought people would get fed up with me!” Billy couldn’t be any more wrong as he discovered recently when performing to appre- ciative fans at several Beatles Fests in the USA. Billy plays St David’s Hall as MYSTERIOUS: Tigercats part of the Solid Silver Sixties Show on April 1. Call 029 2087 TIGERCATS will be taking part in Wales Go Can you tell us about your new 8444 for details. Pop! Festival in Cardiff on April 4. ANDY HOWELLS meets Tigercats ahead of release? The band teamed up with director Our new album is a collection of songs Thomas James (Fat White Family, Taman their Cardiff show on April 4 that each have an enigma at their heart. Shud) of Black Teeth Productions to bring It’s like a musical crossword puzzle. out the dark side of their songwriting in Superbly crafted and full of personality, Where are you from? Rockney Where can people hear your music? the new video for their single, Sleeping in Tigercats’ second album suggests that London by way of Kent, Sussex and the Backseat. A ride in the country takes they won’t remain a mystery much longer. Australia. On the internet, in all the usual place. a nightmarish turn in this slickly brutal Andy Howells recently entered the sur- Outside the open window of any young duo return homage to 1960s British horror films, with real world of Tigercats. How would you describe your music trendsetter, roundabout dusk. murderous consequences. style? What can people expect from your CHAS & Dave are back in Known for their bright and lively DIY Who are you and how did you come We play fancy music for fancy people. promos for previous singles Full Moon Wales Goes Pop gig? Wales, bringing their On The together? Reggae Party and Junior Champion, the We are Tigercats and we started play- What’s been your best live experience? We will be loud, we will play hard and Road tour to Swansea’s Grand darkly mysterious tone is as much a de- ing music together in a basement. When My favourite live experience is always fast but we also know when to be gentle. Theatre on April 2. parture as the mature sound of new al- we were ready, we came out of the base- watching Jonny, our drummer, setting up We will try to make you dance and/or cry. Chas & Dave first arrived on bum Mysteries, out now on Fortuna Pop!, ment. his kit. He has elevated setting up kits to Bring a handkerchief. the music scene in the ‘70s, and reveals a new side to the band. an art form, its a privilege to witness it. with hits such as Gertcha and For details, visit tigercatsband.com Rabbit. The show features all the classics, plus songs from their new On the Road album. It saw Chas and Dave not only return to the UK album charts, but also return to their roots Hip-hop giants are back with a collection of early R&B, skiffle and rock ‘n’ roll classics Twist really was indie, Ratworld is alongside new takes on songs CD Reviews It’s difficult to keep track of energetic, loud and slightly of their own. the amount of musical styles out of phase but brilliant Wu-Tang Clan – A Better being used throughout this for it. Time for the great record. Dub is fairly constant pretenders to move over; Tomorrow Drop Outs is among one of Launching straight into but is fused with soul, jazz, reggae, hip-hop, samba and the many album highlights. Contact Us Ruckus In B Minor, this even turntablism. Despite the EDITOR: proves that some bands never wide range of sounds, this re- Meghan Trainor – Title Nicole Garnon lose the ability to put out good Try as you can to avoid 01633 777203 records. Understated or in cord flows seamlessly from track to track without ever it, some pop is almost too nicole.garnon@gwent-wales.co.uk your face in equal measure, this record is classic Wu-Tang feeling crowded or disjoint- infectious to ignore, but EDITORIAL AND DESIGN: Clan. The intercut samples ed. A blend of Bonobo and then that’s always been the Andy Howells taken from Kung-Fu movies De-Phazz springs to mind. case. Meghan Trainor had [email protected] is a staple. While this new- This is an example of mak- already been riding high in est album doesn’t have quite ing a record to be listened to the US before her singles ADVERTISING: the same funk as tracks like in its entirety, with the bass started to scratch the sur- Andrea Hall Uzi or the complete feel of 36 turned right up. A fantastic face of the UK charts with 01633 777285 Chambers, there’s enough of debut effort. Lips Are Movin’ and All [email protected] what made them great. There Dan Barnes About That Bass. Catchi- is a pleasing blend of classic ness continues with her de- ONLINE: 90s hip-hop and more modern Menace Beach – Ratworld but album Title, including www.southwalesaargus.co.uk turntablism and sampling to Ratworld is Leeds combo new single Dear Future Hus- www.twitter.com/argus_theguide keep the sound fresh. Menace Beach’ guitar-psyche band, already a big smash fuelled debut. Harking back in America. CATCHY: Meghan Trainor Nubiyan Twist – Nubiyan to the days when indie music Andy Howells Friday, March 27, 2015 3 Follow us on Twitter @Argus_The Guide Music Line-up boasts broad Single takes its range of jazz styles cue from 1990s

CARDIFF DATE: Young Kato SIX piece band Young Kato are inspiration from Australian set to release Children of The electro pop – the track offers Stars – the anthemic new sin- a slightly different flavour to gle to be taken from the bands’ their previous releases. Lyri- debut album Don’t Wait ‘Til cally, it juxtaposes the theme Tomorrow - through Republic of Impatience, a theme that of Music (You Me At Six, Tame runs throughout the entirety Impala) this May. of Don’t Wait ‘Til Tomorrow, Children of the Stars is a rose offering a slightly different tinted look back at the bands’ songwriting approach. youth, relating to 90s kids alike Catch Young Kato at Car- STARS: GoGo Penguin who wish to live in that period diff’s Full Moon Club on April of time forever. Taking heavy 7. THE BRECON Jazz 2015 pro- man in the sublime setting of rican diasporan history. gramme has possibly the Brecon Jazz the Chapter Stage @ Brecon Brecon Jazz has always been most international line-up in Cathedral. keen to promote Welsh jazz the event’s 31 year history. Satch show – a tribute to New GoGo Penguin’s album V2.0 talent, and this year is no ex- Win tickets to see Big name American head- Orleans music legend Louis was nominated for the Mercu- ception. liners, exclusive performanc- Armstrong. ry Prize in 2014, and this 21st Wales’ own Huw V Williams es, intriguing crossovers and Headlining Sunday night at century piano trio will treat presents HON, an exciting global artists from Scandina- Brecon Jazz is Robert Glasper us with their unique and ex- new project by the double via through Romania, Brit- Mounties play live who is fast bringing jazz to a citing acoustic-electronica bassist and composer who tany and Catalonia to Brazil whole new generation. sound of skittering break- is the latest recipient of the that reflect jazz music’s global The pianist, bandleader, beats, telepathic interplay Jazz4Jed bursary in honour Competition reach, are all prominent fea- composer and producer, Rob- and a penchant for anthemic of Brecon’s great artistic di- tures of this summer’s event melody. rector Jed Williams. ert combines the language of MOUNTIES, the musical home in the beauty of the Brecon There is the serene beauty Huw’s music is played by the jazz mainstream with an of Hawksley Workman, Ryan Beacons. edgy command of the urban of the Grammy nominated a phenomenal collective of New for 2015 is an addi- Dahle, and Steve Bays who music, bagging a Grammy for trio of jazz voice Norma Win- London’s finest young impro- tional venue, Brecon Elim stone MBE, Italian pianist visers featuring Laura Jurd first met in 2009 and evolved Church, with a 200 capacity Black Radio on Blue Note, and from a group hug into a spec- setting a new benchmark for Glauco Venier and German on trumpet, Alam Nathoo on and a pedigree in staging con- reeds player Klaus Gesing, tacular improvised two-week jazz in the 21st century. tenor saxophone, Elliot Gal- certs of its own, where the presenting music from their recording session. At Brecon this August, vin on accordion and Pete Ib- Western Power Kid Zone will highly acclaimed ECM album betson on drums. The band are happy to an- Glasper returns to the acous- engage local children in mak- Stories Yet to Tell. Huw Warren’s Tails for nounce they will be heading tic piano trio format that name, address and contact ing music. Special performances in- Wales reunites the artist-in- to the UK in April. First song, characterised his early break- details on a postcard to Mount- Plus there will be a Brecon clude multiple award-win- residence with fellow Per- Headphones reached #9 at Al- through. ies Competition, Editor’s PA, Jam late night opportunity ning composer, pianist and fect Houseplant Mark Lock- ternative radio in Canada. South Wales Argus, Cardiff for musicians to unwind and Courtney Pine makes a lifelong Dudley Moore fan, heart, multi-instrumentalist We are giving four readers welcome return to Brecon, Road, Newport, NP20 3QN. show off their improv skills. Neil Cowley returning to The- Mara Lamburn, and a Welsh the chance to win a pair of Or text MOUNTIES plus your presenting, Song (The Bal- The Market Hall is the venue atr Brycheiniog with a spe- rhythm section of Huw V Wil- tickets to the Clwb Ifor Bach answer, name and address to on Saturday August 8 for the lad Book), in an intimate, cial homage to the star with a liams and Zoot Warren. gig on April 14. To be in with 80360 . Messages cost 50p plus iconic Dr. John, who brings to stripped back performance of show entitled The Other Side Nia Lynn’s Bannau Trio is a chance, tell us the title of normal text chargeTerms and Wales his critically acclaimed his favourite ballads, featur- of Dudley Moore. very close to home, as Nia is Mounties’ first single: a) Head- conditions at southwalesar- Ske-Dat-De-Dat: The Spirit of ing the great pianist Zoe Rah- To celebrate their twen- a native of Brecon and former phones; b) Earphones; c) Mo- gus.co.uk/competitions. Clos- tieth anniversary, Digby nominee for Jazz Musician of bile phones. send your answer, ing date: 6th April. Fairweather’s Half Dozen the Year at the Globe Music bring their newest show The Foundation Awards.In a regu- Swing’s the Thing to Brecon, lar series at Brecon’s Guild- FrankieValli and TheFourSeasons Tribute promising an unforgettable hall, The Guildhall Welsh evening of swinging sounds, Jazz Club Concerts this year favourite songs, Latin jazz have as their theme The Jazz and gorgeous selections from Guitar, with a Sunday line-up the Great American and Brit- that includes Major Swing ish Songbooks. (Brittany) with guest Remi MOBO award winners Sons Harris; Martin Taylor Solo; of Kemet are four of the UK and Deirdre Cartwright Band jazz scene’s brightest stars, & Friends. whose electrifying live perfor- These are sold as individual mance of rhythm from a tuba, tickets, or as part of a special saxophone and two drum kits £35 Sunday Stroller ticket. RETURN: TRIBUTE: spans jazz, rock, dub, Carib- For festival tickets visit ComingtoTheFerns 30th May Courtney Pine Dr John bean folk and traditional Af- breconjazz.com £10 perticket -Tickets behind thebar or Call 01633 271419 4 Friday, March 27, 2015 Music Follow us on Twitter @Argus_The Guide The Mice ANDY HOWELLS chats to Dean Elliott about his tribute show to Simon & Garfunkel that roar in UK return Feeling groovy with duo Interview IT’S been 50 years since the most successful folk-rock duo of all time Simon & Garfunkel re- corded their first US number one single ‘The Sound of Silence’. Fol- lowing its West End success at the Leicester Square Theatre, in February 2015, ‘The Simon and Garfunkel Story’ is currently the biggest and the most successful SHOW: Of Mice & Men touring theatre show celebrating OF Mice & Men play Bristol’s the lives and career of the duo. O2 Academy this evening as Featuring seasoned West End, part of their biggest UK head- award-winning leading man line run to date. Dean Elliott (Buddy Holly in “We’re so excited to be com- ‘Buddy - The Musical’) and a full ing back and headlining in the cast of talented actor-musicians, United Kingdom. This will be ‘The Simon and Garfunkel Story’ our biggest tour to date and takes you to the groovy times of we’re not holding back,” says the 1960s. It tells the story of drummer Valentino Arteaga. both Paul Simon and Art Garfun- “We’ve been busy in the stu- kel from their humble beginnings dio working on new material as rock and roll duo ‘Tom and and you can bet you’ll be hear- Jerry’, right through their mas- ing some new songs and old fa- sive success, dramatic break- vorites.” up and reformation at the 1981 Of Mice & Men have had a Central Park concert. phenomenal 2014, from gracing Using a huge projection the covers of Rock Sound and screen, the show features pho- Kerrang! magazines to winning tos and film footage whilst a full Metal Hammer’s Breakthrough live band perform all their hits, Artist’ of the Year award. Not including ‘Mrs Robinson’, ‘Ce- ON STAGE: The Simon & Garfunkel Story Picture: Jacqui Elliot-Williams to mention sold out world tours cilia’, ‘Bridge Over Troubled Wa- ter’, ‘Homeward Bound’, ‘Sound and support slot Linkin Park lent portrayal of Buddy Holly. Some of the later stuff is diffi- Is the show family friendly? inviting him to see the show? on their Arena tour. of Silence’ and many more. Andy Howells recently put What’s it been like stepping cult as Simon & Garfunkel spent Oh yes. We have the pleasure Yes. He is aware of our tour so Tickets are available from liv- from the shoes of one music a lot of time in the studio playing to be able to perform for people fingers crossed he will come. enation.co.uk questions to Dean who plays Paul Simon in the stage show. legend to another? with sounds and instrumentation who were there the first time It’s been a joy to play two of my which would be impossible with- round in the 1960s and also What’s your favourite Simon What inspired you to put The musical heroes (Paul Simon and out about 40 people on stage! educating a new generation. It’s and Garfunkel track and why? Simon & Garfunkel story Buddy Holly) on tour, around the We quite often use their live ar- beautiful. ‘The Dangling Conversation’. Rocker set together? world and in the West End. A rangements so keeping within Paul Simon once said this was I wanted to do something a dream come true! the detail they are famous for. What are your favourite his ‘masterpiece’ and I can see little bit like ‘Buddy’ but tell an moments of the show? why. It gets me every time. unanswered story of rock and How has the show been Which songs go down particu- Both ‘Bridge’ and ‘The Boxer’ to perform roll and their story is fascinating. received in the West End? larly well with the audience? get people standing up in ova- Can you sum up the show in We also wanted to take people Incredible. It was a sell out and ‘Cecilia’ and ‘The Boxer’ get tion but one of my favourite one sentence? through a journey through the we were so nervous but the au- everyone going but ‘Bridge Over moments of the show is where A West End show full of nos- at theatre 1960s which we can with our full dience were with us right from Troubled Water’ really hits the the band leave the stage, leav- talgia and memories and featur- cast and video projections. Also, the off and the whole experience spot with a lot of our audience. ing myself and ‘Art’ and we play ing some of the best songs ever I think their music is incredible was such a warm and positive Not only is it sung beautifully by some early songs, just one gui- written. and it’s a pleasure to immerse one. our ‘Art’ but it can be a very per- tar and two voices in perfect myself in their songs. sonal song for many people and harmony. lCatch The Simon & Garfun- Were there any songs which bring back a lot of memories for kel Story at St David’s Hall on You are well known on the have proved to be a challenge a lot of folks. Art Garfunkel is touring the UK Friday, April 17. Call 029 2087 touring circuit for the excel- to reproduce on stage? later this year. Will you be 8444 for ticket details. See sensational duo’s CONCERT: The Low Riders

ANDY Fairweather Low brings his band The Low Riders to The ‘groovy’ story on stage Beaufort Theatre on March 28. Since the early days with FOLLOWING it’s West End and Garfunkel song: Bridge Amen Corner, Andy has gone success, The Simon and Gar- Competition Over Troubled ...... on to work with everyone from funkel Story is currently the Send your answer, name, Eric Clapton and George Har- biggest and the most suc- beginnings, right through address and contact details rison to Bob Dylan, and Jimi cessful touring theatre show their massive success, dra- on a postcard to Simon and Hendrix. celebrating the lives and ca- matic break-up and the 1981 Garfunkel Competition, His first solo album in 24 reer of folk/rock sensation Central Park reformation Editor’s PA, South Wales Ar- years Sweet Soulful Music was Simon and Garfunkel. concert. gus, Cardiff Road, Newport, released late in 2007 followed Featuring award-winning The show features 1960s NP20 3QN or you can enter by The Very Best Of Andy Fair- leading man Dean Elliott photos and film footage by text. Start your message weather Low in June 2008. and a full cast of talented while a full live band per- with SIMGAR, leave a space Andy and his tour band The actor/musicians, The Si- form all their hits including. and then send your answer, Low Riders released Zone O mon and Garfunkel Story We have two pairs of tick- name and address to 80360. Tone in 2013 to rave reviews takes you back through the ets up for grabs for the per- Messages cost 25p plus your and there will be an opportuni- “groovy” times of the 1960s. formance at St David’s Hall, normal operator text charge. ty to hear much material from It tells the story of both Cardiff on April 17. Terms and conditions at this at the concert. Paul Simon and Art Gar- To be in with a chance of southwalesargus.co.uk/ Tickets are £18, available funkel from their humble winning, just complete the competitions. from The Beaufort Theatre Box title of the following Simon Closing date: April 7. Office on 01495 355800. Friday, March 27, 2015 5 Follow us on Twitter @Argus_The Guide Theatre Aluko is to Sooty set perform at to Sweep Riverfront into town CALL MR ROBESON: Tayo Aluko on stage SAY “yes” to mischief as Sooty and his pals come to town this half- TAYO Aluko’s one-man play term! Family show Call Mr Robeson will shortly If you’re looking for the perfect return to Newport Riverfront as part of its UK tour. way to keep the kids entertained water pistols and playing with my during the Easter Holidays then friends. Tayo looks at the life and work look no further than The Sooty What would you order down of world famous actor, singer Show, which comes to St Da- Chippy Lane? and civil rights campaigner vid’s Hall at 11am and 2.30pm on Some sausages for Sweep. Paul Robeson, one of the 20th Thursday, April 2. What records would you buy in century’s most impressive but Joining Sooty are the lovable Spillers? overlooked figures in this tour- duo of Soo and Sweep, plus Ones that don’t break easily, so de-force performance. Butch the Bulldog and Ramsbot- that me and Sweep can play Fris- The play follows Robeson’s tom the Snake. bee down Cardiff Bay. life as he is branded a traitor, harassed, and denied chances Also sharing the stage will be Have you heard of Pobol y TAKING IN THE SIGHTS: Sooty visits famous Cardiff landmarks Sooty’s friend and familiar face Cwm? to perform or travel. on CITV Richard Cadell, who will This rollercoaster journey Oui s’il vous plait. I don’t know…I usually get paid I like there to be plenty of water have his hands full keeping them What have you got planned for through Robeson’s life high- Will you be replacing custard in custard pies! available, just in case I need to the Cardiff shows? all out of trouble. pies with Bara Brith for the lights how his radical activism Who were you cheering for in refill my water pistol. I don’t want to give too much All the gang have a great show Cardiff shows? caused him to be disowned and the Six Nations? What’s your most embarrass- away, but there will be lots of in store this Easter – it’s Sooty’s It’s a good idea, but I think I disremembered, even by the I was cheering for England, but ing moment on stage? birthday party and things aren’t will stick to custard pies. They’re magical mayhem, singing, danc- leaders and descendants of the I don’t think anyone could hear When Richard’s stool broke going to plan. much messier. ing, and smelly socks! civil rights movement. me, I have a very quiet voice. Sooty and Sweep get messy What is better Torchwood or and he sat on it. That was very Describe yourself in three It features much fiery oratory baking the birthday cake, and Doctor Who? What’s your secret to staying embarrassing (for him). words and some of his famous songs, will Soo ever decide which dress I quite like Doctor Who, but I so young? What is your best magic trick? Magical teddy bear. including Ol’ Man River. to wear? think Torchwood is too grown-up I recommend good fabric sof- The one where I make a pot The Sooty Show is suitable for Aluko describes the show as Find out for yourself at St Da- for teddy bears. tener, and magical teddy bear plant appear on Richard’s head. all children aged 2-7. “a one-man play about Paul vid’s Hall – there’s even a chance What Tom Jones tracks do you powers. Could you beat Sweep in a Tickets are still available priced Robeson, complete with his to meet Sooty and Richard after sing at karaoke? What would be your policies if water pistol fight? £14 for adults and £12 for chil- songs, his politics, his trials, the show. The Young New Mexican Pup- you were Prime Minister? Yes. I would distract him with dren. A Family Ticket of 2 adults tribulations and triumphs. A Make sure to bring your magic peteer and Golden Days. I would campaign for magic sausages, and then move in for and 2 children is £42 (all prices play that seeks to put him up wand – Izzy Wizzy let’s get busy. Where are Sooty & Co staying classes to be introduced into the the soaking. are subject to an additional £2.95 there where he belongs — with The Guide caught up with in Cardiff? National Curriculum. I would also What do you do to unwind after ticket service charge per trans- the very best of humanity.“ Sooty this week to find out more We normally sleep in our Sooty have free honey on demand for a busy tour? action). Call Mr Robeson will be at about the magical bear. truck, alongside all of the props. all teddy bears. I like to take long baths with Book your seats at stdavidshall- Newport Riverfront on April 24 What’s your perfect day? Is Sooty on more money than What are your backstage lots of bubbles for me to splash cardiff.co.uk or call the box office and 25 at 7.45pm One that involves custard pies, Gareth Bale? demands when on tour? around. on 029 2087 8444. Call 01633 656757 to book. Disco stage show Broaden your mind CLOD Ensemble’s Performing Medicine Season 2015 is a series of workshops and is sure to be a ball talks that provide an opportunity to ex- amine our expectations of the health- Live Performances ATTENTION Disco Kings and competition, their lives begin care profession, to share responsibility Queens. An unstoppable out- to change forever. for its evolution, and to enrich the ways Sinfonia Cymru &Laura van der break of Saturday Night Fe- The role of Tony Manero is in which we think about and experience Heijden ver is predicted to hit Cardiff played by Danny Bayne, who our own bodies. Saturday 28 March, 3pm from 31 March – 4 April. made his West End debut No previous arts or performance expe- Classical £12, Reducion s£10, Under 27s £4 This spectacular new stag- as Danny Zuko in Grease at rience is required, and events are open to ing of the iconic musical is London’s Piccadilly Theatre those interested in health, medical edu- packed with legendary hits after winning ITV’s Grease is cation, and arts. Whatever the Weather from the Bee Gees includ- the Word. He starred in the The workshops continue on April 11, Thursday 2April 1.30pm &3.30pm ing the classics Stayin’ Alive, West End for two years and at The Preseli Room, Wales Millennium £6.50, Family Ticket £22 Night Fever, Jive Talking, performed the role on tour. Centre, with Written in the Body at 2pm. How Deep is Your Love? and He returns to the role of Tony In this workshop legendary performer NEW: Performing Medicine Family You Should Be Dancing. Manero after touring the US Peggy Shaw describes how her recent During her career she has worked exten- How the Koala Learnt to Hug The date is 1976 and in New in Saturday Night Fever. solo performances have been inspired by sively with the Welsh National Opera as Wednesday 8April, 11.30am &2.30pm York, Tony Manero, a young Naomi Slights plays Steph- her experiences of being in touch with well as Glyndebourne, English National £6.50, Family £22 man from a tough Brooklyn anie. Her credits include her own body and by having a stroke. Opera, Wexford Festival Opera and neighbourhood with a dead- Mamma Mia! in the West End, Through a series of creative writing ex- Swansea City Opera, Travelling opera end job and an extraordinary 20th Century Boy, Thank You ercises participants will find the weird and opera box. Kate has given workshops ability to dance, has only one For The Music at Hyde Park, and wonderful stories hidden in their in singing across the UK and has worked ambition in life – to become and she returns to the role own bodies and consider how a person’s with the women in Holloway prison and Circus Fesival -HITCH the disco king. Every Sat- of Stephanie after starring sense of identity might affect their expe- set up a male voice choir in the biggest Thursday 16 April, 7.45pm urday night, Tony dons his in Saturday Night Fever at rience of being in hospital. male prison in Wales. S Circus £10, Reducion £8.50 flares and hits the dance floor, Frankfurt’s English Theatre. On May 7, the workshops conclude with he was awarded the Inspirational Wom- creating a stir as he wows the Saturday Night Fever is Music and Dementia between 7pm-9pm. an Of the Year 2102 for her work with crowds with his phenomenal at the New Theatre from 31 An introduction to the work of the For- The Forget-Me-Not chorus for dementia Join The Riverfront’s email lists and book moves and routines. When March – 4 April. Tickets are get Me Not chorus, a charity that sup- sufferers and their carers. tickets by visiting... he meets Stephanie, who also on sale now, costing £10.00 to ports people with dementia and their She teaches singing at the Royal Welsh www.newport.gov.uk/theriverfront dreams of a world beyond £34.50. For details and tickets families through weekly singing and cre- College of Music and Drama. or calling... For booking details contact wmc.org.uk Brooklyn, and they decide visit newtheatrecardiff.co.uk ative workshops. Kate Woolveridge is one Booking Line: 01633 656757 Transaction Fees Apply to train together for a dance or call (029) 2087 8889. of Wales’ most popular mezzo sopranos. or 02920 636464. 6 Friday, March 27, 2015 Advertisement Feature Follow us on Twitter @Argus_The Guide Easter Out And About Where everyone is small... Exciting, rain or shine stars as never before, dis- Title cover more about the con- stellations and some of the IT’S AN Easter Eggstrava- myths that surround them ganza at Techniquest! as you take a close-up look Saturday March 28 – Sun- at the solar system. day April 12. 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Sunday April 12, daily from techniquest.org for details, dom, a tiny land where flower www.newtheatrecardiff.co.uk Wales’ only digital Plan- Techniquest is open every 10am to 5pm, including the or you can ring 029 20 475 and grass rise high above or call the Box Office on (029) etarium – experience the day of the school holidays two Bank Holidays and 475. them and every day is an ad- 2087 8889. Be show guest ‘BE Our Guest’ this Easter and entertain the whole family by joining Caldicot Musical Theatre Society in celebrating some of the best musical numbers from stage and screen. This musical show, directed by Amy Gibbs and mu- sically directed by George Fradley and Gareth Williams, features classics from Mary Pop- pins, Beauty and the Beast, Annie, Oliver and Chitty Chitty, Bang Bang, with more modern numbers from The Muppets, Mamma Mia and Frozen. It promises to be a wonderful evening of music, dance and merriment performed by a talented cast from your community. Your support will enable the society to raise funds for Oliver, which is scheduled for Octo- ber. Be Our Guest is on Saturday, April 18 at Caldicot Choir Hall at 2.30pm and 7pm. Tickets at £5 or £6 are available by calling 07858 472437. Friday, March 27, 2015 7 Follow us on Twitter @Argus_The Guide Advertisement Feature Easter Out And About Easter courses for youngsters at the theatre Exciting Workshops Easter for SHERMAN Theatre will once again be offering dedi- cated workshop days for children interested in film, children drama, art and dance during the Easter Holiday from THIS Easter the Dean Heritage 30 March – 2 April. Centre will be an exciting place The tailored workshops to visit as the centre will be in are ideal for those young full activity mode. Alongside people who would like to the Room on the Broom wood- further their interest or try land trail the centre’s daily something new while keep- events will include egg hunts, ing them occupied over the arts and crafts, adventure holiday period, offering a challenges, traditional artisan retreat for parents too. workshops, children’s play area Each day Sherman Thea- and family activities. Lookout tre will offer a different for visits from Elsa ,Olaf and daily activity: STICK MAN: Brian Hargreaves (Musician), Mark Kane the Easter bunny. The popular Monday 30 March: Drama (Stick Man), Peta Dennis (Stick Lady Love) will be at the Easter petting zoo will be at the (8-12 years) run by Sherman Sherman Theatre in a new production written by the Heritage centre over the week- Sherbets Tutor, Actor and creators of children’s favourite The Gruffalo FOR THE KIDS: Stick Man is coming soon end of April 11 and 12 April, a Director Elgan Rhys. perfect event for all the family Tuesday 31 March: Dance And for the tired legs of Monday 30 March to Thurs- cess of Sherman Cymru’s Gruffalo. Stick Man is ideal where you get to see, feed and (11-16 years) run by dancer mums and dads we have day 2 April, 10am-3pm. The Ugly Duckling, later in entertainment for little ones hold all different animals from Cet Haf. comfy chairs, an excellent- For full details and listings April, Sherman Theatre is aged 3+ for an hour. Stick chicks and rabbits to skunks Wednesday 1 April: Film- ly-stocked café bar and free of shows please visit sher- thrilled to have Scamp The- Man will be at Sherman and reptiles. Set in five beauti- making (11-16 years) run by wifi in our foyer. mancymru.co.uk or contact atre’s Stick Man, which has Theatre on 14 & 15 April. ful acres this interactive mu- Paul Whittaker The workshops are £30 per Sherman Cymru’s Ticket been written by Julia Don- For further details please seum with on-site cafe is a must Thursday 2 April: Arts & day which includes a packed Office on 029 2064 6900 aldson and Axel Scheffler, contact Sherman Theatre visit for all the family. Open Crafts (6-10 years) run by lunch for children as well. the same creators of The on 029 2064 6900 or online at Daily from 10am-5pm. www. Zoe Hewett The workshops run from Following the sell-out suc- shermancymru.co.uk. deanheritagecentre.com 01594 822170

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SEVENTH SON (12A) den), who must pick a bride JEFF Bridges plays Master at the behest of the dying John Gregory, the last re- King (Derek Jacobi). So the maining knight of a noble Prince throws a lavish ball and mystical order called where Ella makes her grand the Spooks, who defend hu- entrance then disappears as manity by containing the the clock chimes midnight, creatures of the dark. He leaving behind footwear that imprisons a powerful witch would surely pose a health and safety risk in any other called Mother Malkin (Ju- film. Helena Bonham Carter’s lianne Moore) but the rise fairy godmother isn’t quite of a Blood Moon empow- as eccentric as she or we ers the diabolical hag, who would like as she engineers transforms into a dragon the film’s best set-piece with and escapes. Gregory and a flick of her wand. But Cin- his apprentice Billy Bradley derella will enchant a genera- (Kit Harington) attempt to tion of girls, who dream of contain the witch but their donning the tiara of a Disney heroic efforts culminate in princess. tragedy. Rating: Four stars As Malkin’s powers grow, Gregory visits the home of Malcolm and Mam Ward THE SPONGEBOB (Timothy Webber, Olivia MOVIE: SPONGE OUT Williams) and offers the parents a small fortune to train OF WATER (U) their boy Tom (Ben Barnes) – SPONGEBOB (voiced by the seventh son of a seventh Tom Kenny) flips burgers in son – as his new apprentice. a diner run by the irrepress- The Wards agree. The young ible Eugene Krabs (Clancy man begins his tutelage in Brown), where he is custo- earnest, aided by Gregory’s dian of the secret recipe of troll-like friend Tusk (John the Krabby Patty. Arch rival DeSantis). Meanwhile, Mal- Plankton (Doug Lawrence) kin despatches her niece, attempts to steal the list of in- Alice (Alicia Vikander), to gredients, but the recipe van- spy on the Spook and his ishes. In the absence of the protegee as she gathers her famed Krabby Patty, Bikini most-trusted allies includ- SEVENTH SON: Jeff Bridges stars as Master Gregory Bottom teeters on the brink ing fierce lieutenant Urag of apocalypse. Everyone (Jason Scott Lee) and blade- blames Plankton but Sponge- wielding warlock Radu (Dji- Brie) is the daughter of com- With 30 days to prepare for US dollars to toughen him signed to the kitchen by Bob knows he is innocent. mon Hounsou). pany chairman Martin Clark a stint behind bars, James up, so Darnell passes himself vindictive stepmother Lady It transpires that a greedy Rating: Two stars (Craig T Nelson), who is turns to Darnell Lewis (Hart), off as a tough-talking men- Tremaine (Cate Blanchett) pirate called Burger Beard poised to make his future son- owner of a car wash busi- tor using insider informa- and brattish stepsisters, Ana- (Antonio Banderas) has stolen the recipe using a magical in-law a partner in the firm. ness, who the shamed trader tion gleaned from his jailbird stasia (Holliday Grainger) GET HARD (15) cousin (Tip “T.I.” Harris). Get book. Unable to restore bal- JAMES King (Will Ferrell) James is wrongfully presumes must have served and Drizella (Sophie Mc- Hard limps from one moment ance from beneath the waves, is a trader at Walthrop Fund charged with 43 counts of time because he is African- Shera). Emboldened by the of uncomfortable, deathly si- SpongeBob, loyal starfish pal Management, who can spec- fraud and 30 counts of embez- American. In truth, Darnell dying words of her mother lence, where there should be Patrick (Bill Fagerbakke), Mr ulate 28 million US dollars zlement. The company law- is a hard-working family (Hayley Atwell) Ella tries to Krabs, Sandy and curmudg- laughter, to the next. profit in a single day and yer (Greg Germann) advises man, who intends to build a rise above the bullying. When eonly Squidward Tentacles Rating: One star believes that society reduces James to plead guilty but he better future for his wife the name-calling becomes (Rodger Bumpass) venture to “rich or poor, white or... refuses and is subsequently (Edwina Findley Dickerson) too frightful, she escapes and onto dry land to defeat the pil- miscellaneous”. His pam- handed a 10-year sentence at and daughter (Ariana Neal). CINDERELLA (U) catches the eye of the dash- fering pirate. pered fiancee Alissa (Alison a maximum security prison. James offers Darnell 30,000 ELLA (Lily James) is con- ing Prince (Richard Mad- Rating: Three stars

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By GERAINT Cerys returns In The Spotlight DAVIES to ballet show CRITICS Circle Award winning company, Ballet Cymru Competing keeps brass will present an extraordinary double bill of new work at the Sherman Theatre on May 14, featuring live performances from Cerys Matthews and Catrin Finch. players up to their best Following the sell out success of Ballet Cymru’s team WHEN it comes to musical in- via the excellent local website There was much local suc- still regularly performed. up last year with Cerys Mat- fluences, there is no doubt in 4barsrest cess at the Wales Regionals However, much brass band thews’, the company reprise my mind that it is the music It is a bit like following the at the Brangwyn Hall on Sat- repertoire has not stood the the iconic work TIR for one of one’s youth, more than any football results at times, es- urday, with Gareth Ritter’s test of time. night only. other, that leaves the biggest pecially at this time of year Ebbw Valley Brass – winners Interestingly, most choirs Cerys’ iconic album of mark. when the respective bands of the second section -– going have tended to move away Welsh Folk Music is the inspi- I remember Welsh hymns, compete and hope to qualify from strength to strength. Ab- from competing. I suppose ration for TIR and choreogra- my father’s stentorian bass for the National finals which ertillery Youth and District this is understandable, as phers Darius James and Amy singing Verdi and Schubert are held annually at the Royal and Usk bands will also be cel- there is often more to be lost Doughty have used 11 of the as I stumbled my way through Albert Hall in October. ebrating, after their qualifica- than gained from the experi- songs from the album to cre- the accompaniments, the pop Contesting is at the heart tion in the fourth section. ence – weeks or months can be ate a unique work especially music of the time, scratchy of the genre and it has its Many from outside the band spent preparing for an event for the dancers of Ballet Cym- records that introduced me to own pyramid system (much world will probably look at all that brings euphoria for few ru. Cerys herself will play the the recordings of the Classics like football,) as bands vie to this with a slightly puzzled and big anti-climax for the music live on stage with the that have remained with me move up through the sections expression. When did music majority. company. ever since. – fourth to third to second and become a competitive sport? Personally, I feel that it is a Ballet Cymru will follow TIR The other sound that most so forth up to the ‘big boys’ Does all this ‘sound and fury’ pity as it has led to a drop in by teaming up with harpist impacted on my psyche was in the championship section, signify anything? standards for many, as rigour and composer Catrin Finch that of the local brass band in who compete to be at the tip of Among all these test pieces and attention to detail become and orchestra Sinfonia Cymru which I struggled to play third that pyramid, and then on to (created specifically for put- less critical. Complacency can to produce a new work based cornet and probably made lit- the European Championships. ting bands through their paces all too easily set in. The brass on Catrin’s first composition, tle contribution. But I loved it As I have often reported, ) is there anything of any last- band fraternity will argue that Celtic Concerto. BALLET: TIR and continue to do so. Wales currently heads the ing musical worth? it is the striving for excellence Featured on the No 1 selling Even nowadays,long after world with Philip Harper’s Great composers such as that ensures the maintenance album, Blessing, Celtic Con- bers of Sinfonia Cymru live my last practical involvement, Cory Band, and Ian Port- Holst and Vaughan Williams of high standards and, at the certo is a once only opportu- on stage. Tickets are available I still keep abreast of develop- house’s Tredegar Band not far were drawn to the medium top end, produces some world- nity to see Ballet Cymru dance ments in the field – usually behind as world number 3. and Elgar’s Severn Suite is class music-making. with Catrin Finch and 10 mem- from shermancymru.co.uk 10 Friday, March 27, 2015 What’s On Follow us on Twitter @Argus_The Guide

Friday ginners. £6. Tel: 01633 Cwm The Crosskeys. L&L 766066 6:15pm. The Riverside Club. Karaoke every Satur- March 27 Newport Live entertainment and day, 8pm. Tel: 01633 Share Centre, Stow dancing, 7pm onwards 264373 Hill. Middle Eastern every Saturday Newport dance classes, 7pm. Cwmbran Ringland Labour Club. £4. www.hipsunch. Skippys. Live music Live entertainment eve- Concerts/Music co.uk every Saturday ry Saturday plus bingo Blackwood Pontypool Cwmbran and spot tote. Mem- Miners Institute, High St Marys Church Hall, WEEKEND The Waterloo Inn. Dis- bers and associates Street. The Rob Lear The Highway, New Inn. co/karaoke with DJ very welcome. Band, Up the Creek. Friends For Life - Old Steve Newport and Phil Cooper. Tel: Time Tea Dance. Mu- Cwmbran The Potters. Live enter- 01495 227206 8:00pm. sic, dancing and re- Cwmbran Workmen’s tainment every Satur- Cwmbran freshments all includ- Band Club, Oldbury day. Tel: 01633 223311 Congress Theatre, ed in the fee. £3.50 Rd. Live entertain- Newport Gwent Square. Magic, 1:00pm. Tel: 01495 WHAT’S ON ment every Saturday. Malpas Unionist Club. A Kind of Queen. Tel: 774455. Members and guests Live entertainment eve- 01633 868239 7:30pm. Rogerstone welcome. Tel: 01633 ry Saturday. Members Monmouth St Johns, Church Hall. Submit your events online at : southwalesargus.co.uk/events 483328 and associates warmly Savoy Theatre, Church Sequence dancing or e-mail [email protected] Cwmbran welcome. Road. Andy Fairweath- every Friday. Admis- Hollybush and Coed Newport er Low and the Low sion £1.50 8:00pm Eva Community Hall. The Clarence Club. Ka- Riders. Tel: 01600 The Greyhound Inn, Tom Williams band plus Luncheon club, Road Cycling club. Johnny Cash Road- Zumba class with Lisa, raoke bingo and tote 772467 8:00pm. Christchurch. Play guests, 8.30pm. Free 12.30pm-2pm. £2.20 Free7:00pm. dean- show. Tel: 01873 9am £3. All welcome. every Saturday. Tel: Newport Entertainment Your Cards Right every Pontypool per person. [email protected] Tel: 850805 7:30pm. Cwmbran 01633 662727 St Mary’s Church, Stow Friday. The Crown, Sebas- Ebbw Vale 07902368028. Ebbw Vale The Halfway, Old Cwm- Newport Hill. Music at St Mary’s, Abergavenny Newport topol. Karaoke/disco Lower Welfare Hall, Beaufort Theatre. Andy bran. Gazzy’s All New The Ferns Club, lunchtime concert. with Mardy Hall. Bingo eve- The Ship and Pilot. every Friday Carmel Town, Beaufort. Fairweather Low and Karaoke/Disco every Lliswerry. Live enter- Michael Elliott and Paul ry Friday, cash prizes, Open mic night. Tel: Pontypool Beaufort Male Choir Theatre the Lowriders, 7.30pm. Saturday. Admission tainment every Satur- 7.30pm. Tel: 01873 07786 527274 The Scrum Half 2. Rehearsal 7pm-9pm. Tickets £18 Green along with Clare Abergavenny free. All welcome. day. Tel: 01633 271419 Drewett (soprano) 852176 Newport Karaoke every Fri- Langstone Newport 8:00pm. Pontymister Cwmbran The Banc, Maindee. day, 9pm. Tel: 01495 Village Hall. Wellspring Borough Theatre, The Riverfront, Bristol 1:00pm. Cross Street. The Ebbw Vale The Masons Arms. Live The Waterloo Inn. Ka- FNL with DJ Karlos, 758885 Christian Fellowship, Packet Wharf. Sinfo- Cwm Riverside Club. entertainment every raoke with DJ Steve. 8pm-1am. All welcome. Pontypool: prayers 7.30pm. Tel: Harri-Parris. Tel: 01873 nia Cymru. Tel: 01633 850805 7:30pm. Cabaret and Dance Saturday Cwmbran Newport Pontnewynydd Com- 01633 817275 656757 3:00pm every Saturday. All very Pontypool Dances Coed Eva and Holly- The Riverside. Live jazz munity Association, Newport Cardiff Wales Millennium Cen- welcome. Greenway Social Club, Caerleon bush Community Cen- with The Camelia Jazz Zion Hill. Bingo every Alcoholics Anonymous Fleur de Lys Griffithstown. Live en- Caerleon Town Hall. tre, Hollybush Way. Band every Friday, Friday, doors 7pm for Struggling on the al- tre, Mermaid Quay. Man to Man. Tel: 02920 Dance Fleur de Lys RFC. 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Flashes Club.Live entertain- Buyers - 7.00 am - 12.00 noon cared for. Visitors wel- Pontnewynydd Cricket come along, all wel- Pontypool Abergavenny Disco and Foam Party, ment every Saturday. No admission fee for buyers Club. Jazz and Blues come. 7pm-1am every Satur- Tel: 01633 662023 come, no admission Panteg Sports and Borough Theatre, fee. Tel: 01495 304609 every Friday with the Cwmcarn Social Club Pontypool Cross Street. The day. Tel: 01443 830223 Newport Cafe ~ Toilets ~ Hard standing OAP Welfare Hall. Friday, March 27, 2015 11 Follow us on Twitter @Argus_The Guide What’s On Meetings Walk The Halfway, Old Cwm- Pontypool Tredegar bran. In house poker Pontypool Method- Trinity Spiritualist Cwmbran Newport night. All welcome. Tel: ist Church, Nicholas Church. Divine Wor- Glenside Commiunity Civic centre, upper car 01633 766982 7:00pm. Street. Cafe style youth ship every Sunday, Hall, Pontnewydd. New park. Newport Outdoor Cwmbran worship. Informal wor- 6pm. Visiting medium, Saturday Club. every Group meeting. leave The Waterloo Inn. Quiz ship in cafe style with address and clair- Saturday for ages 5-14 9.30am for the Hungry night and open the refreshments, music, voyance. Tel: 01495 years. Lots ov activi- Man’s Walk, 11 miles box. activities and prayer. 726518 for any further ties, karaoke, dance, 9:30am. Crumlin All welcome. Free details arts and crafts, com- Crumlin RFC. Karaoke 5:00pm. ken.bailey@ puter games. Admis- with Phil Walker, 7pm btconnect.com Tel: sion £1. All welcome Sunday every Sunday. 07808172717. Roller Disco 10:00am. Cwmbran Pontypool Cwmbran March 29 Cwmbran Workmen’s Pontypool Method- Risca Croesyceiliog Com. Band Club, Oldbury ist Church, Nicholas Risca Leisure Centre. Stagecoach Theatre Rd. Live entertain- Street. Methodist morn- Roller disco 2-4pm, all Arts holds its Cwmbran Bargain Hunting ment every Sunday. ing service. Friendly welcome. Skates avail- School on Saturday Goytre Members and guests worship for all ages fol- able to hire. Proceeds mornings. Tel: 01633 Main Rd (A4042). Car welcome. Tel: 01633 lowed by refreshments. in aid of Cardiff City 662283 for informa- boot sale every Sun- 483328 Free 11:00am. Rollers, skating club tion. 10am. cwmbran@ day, 2pm. Tel: 07746 Cwmbran Pontypool stagecoach.co.uk 628477 The Bush Inn, Upper Pontrhydyrun Commu- Newport Cwmbran (newly re- nity Hall. Sport Alcoholics Anonymous Beyond Imagina- opened). Quiz every Bassaleg Struggling on the al- tion Ministries Cafe Sunday. All welcome. Whiteheads Sports cohol merry-go-round? Cat Adoption Church,7pm. All wel- Llanhilleth and Social Club . City Local Alcoholics Anon- Day Llanhilleth RFC. Free come. Tel: 07765 ymous open meeting, of Newport Archers. Blackwood entertainment in the 267682 12.30pm-14.00pm. All Target Archery for Ambulance Hall, Gor- bar every Sunday. All Spandau Ballet, one of Britain’s most iconic bands, has announced a concert All welcome. welcome. Tel: 0845 beginners and expe- don Rd. Gwent Cats welcome. at Westonbirt Arboretum, July 11 as part of the Forest Live Music series. Tick- Pontypool 769 7555 or visit: www. rienced archers. All Protection, cat adop- Newport ets on sale today. Tel: 03000 680400 or visit forestry.gov.uk/music to book Pontypool Spiritualist alcoholics-anonymous. welcome. Beginners tion day, 2pm. Many The George. Disco/ka- Church, Pontnewynydd org.uk lessons available. beautiful cats looking raoke from 4pm. Community Centre. Newport All necessary equip- for kind, new homes. Newport The Scrum Half 2. Live cense, choir and or- Local Alcoholics Anon- Maindee Spiritual Cen- Open from 6.30pm Tredegar House, and ment supplied during Tel: 0345 371 2747 for The Greyhound Inn, artist every Sunday gan. Worship with ymous open meeting, tre, Good Companions every Sunday. All wel- grounds. British mili- lesson period. 3pm. further details Christchurch. Quiz 3.30pm, karaoke 6pm. Catholic style and Gos- 8pm-9pm. All welcome. Club, Archibald Street. come. tary fitness outdoor [email protected] night every Sunday. Tel: 01495 758885 pel teaching. Families Tel: 0845 769 7555 or Visiting mediums every Pontypool class every Saturday Tel: 01633 252789. Newport and children welcome! visit: www.alcoholics- Sunday, 6pm-7.15pm. Penygarn Baptist 10:00am. Pontypool The Banc. Karaoke/ Pontnewynydd Sports n/a 9:30am. info@tiller- anonymous.org.uk £2 on the door. Tel: Chapel. Service every Newport Dances disco Newport and Social Club. Live ychurches.com Tel: Newport 01633 665973 Sunday, 11am. All wel- Bettws in Bloom, Abercarn The Ferns, Lliswerry. entertainment plus bin- 01495 212246. Duckpool Rd Baptist Newport come Walks Bettws Centre. Sin- Nantpennar Club. Mod- Bingo every Sunday, go and tote every Sun- Bedwas Church. Family Service Orchard Lane Com- Risca Caerleon gle Parents Club, ern Sequence dance 7pm. Tel: 01633 271419 day. Visitors welcome. Hephzibah Baptist and Young Church. munity Centre.Newport Alcoholics Anonymous Cold Bath Rd, car park. 2pm-5pm. Tel: 01633 every Sunday, 8pm. All Newport Chapel. Praise and 10.30am. Evening Ser- Christian Spiritual- Struggling on the al- Caerleon Amblers. 661614 Rogerstone very welcome. Maindee Conservative The Rising Sun, Risca worship every Sunday vice 6.30pm. All warmly ist Church,. Service, cohol merry-go-round? Caerleon Amblers Newport Bassaleg Club. Artist, bingo and Road. Sunday Quiz 10.30am. All welcome, welcome. www.duck- 6.30pm. Tel: 01633 Local Alcoholics Anon- meet 10am every Sun- Wales National Velo- Whitehead Sports tote, 7.30pm every Sun- Night. weekly quiz with Blaenavon pool.org.uk 546706 ymous open meeting, day (weather permit- drome. Newport Judo and Social Club. Se- day. All welcome. Brian Lewis. Tel: 01633 Workmens Hall. Spir- Newport Newport 8pm-9pm. All welcome. ting) for an easy/mod- Club meet every Sat- quence/ballroom Newport 895126 8pm. itual evening, 7pm. last Ebeneser Welsh Charles Street Spir- Tel: 0845 769 7555 or erate walk. Appropriate urday. Juniors, youth social dance, 8pm- The Riverside. Rockin Sunday of the month. Church, Stow Park. itualist Church. Even- visit: www.alcoholics- clothing and footwear male or female, 10am- Sofrydd 10.30pm. No partner Roger’s music quiz All welcome Service held in Welsh. ing of philosophy and anonymous.org.uk essential. Newcomers 12noon, boys’girls Sofrydd Social Club. required. All welcome. : every Sunday every Sunday. All clairvoyance, 6.30pm. Risca always welcome. Tel: ages 5-9, 12 noon- Live entertainment with Caerleon 01633 273491 for fur- warmly welcome. Tel: All warmly welcome. Old Council Offices, 01633 421565/420686 1.30pm. Tel: 01633 Newport dancing every Sunday. Lodge Farm Church. ther details 01633 852690 3:00pm. St Mary St.Risca Male for further details 278097/671497 The Crosskeys, Market £2.50 Sunday Services: Sun- Newport Pontypool St. L&L Karaoke every day Clubs, 9.30am, Newport St Julians Baptist Choir rehearsals, 6pm- Newport Newport Usk PILCS, Griffithstown. Sunday, 8pm. Morning Service, St Teilo’s Church, Al- Church, Beaufort Rd. 8pm. Civic centre, lower car JJB Fitness Club. Bel- The Inn Between. Mu- Modern Sequence 11am, Evening Service way. Parish Commun- Meeting every Sun- Rhiwderin park. South Gwent lydancing Class, Be- Newport sic quiz every Sunday. Dancing, 8pm- 6pm. Warm welcome ion Service and Junior day, 10.30am and 6pm Community Hall. Faith Ramblers leave 9.30am ginners, 3pm. Mem- The Stonehouse, St 10.30pm. All welcome. to all. Church. Young families Tel: 01633 258042. All Community Church for a 12 mile strenuous bers only Brides Rd. Pub Quiz every Sunday. every Family Fun Cwmbran and children welcome warmly welcome. 10.30am every Sunday walk at Gutto’s cave. Sunday 8pm. Fairwater Leisure Cen- 10am. Newport Entertainment Newport Ebbw Vale tre. Wyebother canoe Newport Trinity Presbyte- Sport Festival Park Abertillery Le Pub, Caxton Place. club, coaching awards, Ebbw Bridge Bap- rian Church, Malpas. Caerleon Quiz Night. Every Sun- The Owl Sanctuary trips, pool sessions, tist Church. Morning Meetings every Sun- The Commercial Hotel. opens daily 10am-4pm. Caerleon, The Club- Live entertainment with day. All welcome. 7pm. 7.30pm. Tel: 01495 Worship and Sunday day 11am and 6pm. house Yew Tree Lane Newport Large variety of owls 760090. School, 11am, Evening Come and experience The Whole Hogg, 8pm,. and other birds includ- Caerleon. Girls Rugby Free. Maindee Conservative Cwmbran Worship, 6.30pm. God’s love. Tel: 01633 Training. Newport Girls Club. Quiz Night every ing eagles, hawks, Holy Trinity Church, Newport 673539 Abertillery kestrels, parrots and Rugby Centre for De- The Six Bells. Quiz and Sunday. Tel:01633 Pontnewydd. Holy St. Mary Street Baptist Newport velopment Under 15s. 664023 chickens are being Communion, 10am, Church, St. Mary Street Newport church of karaoke. Tel: 01495 cared for. Visitors wel- We are always looking 212568 Newport Evensong 6pm. All Baneswell. Christ, East Usk Rd come, no admission warmly welcome. Tel: Services every Sunday and Riverside. Bible for new players. Come Abertillery Ringland Labour Club. fee. Tel: 01495 304609 01633 482300 for fur- at 11am and 6,30pm. Class and Sunday and join us. www. The Railway Inn. Chil- Live entertainment eve- ther information Morning fellowship in- School, 10am-11am. npt-hsob-girls.co.uk drens karaoke, 3pm- ry Sunday plus bingo cludes Sunday School. Worship 11am-12noon. 10am. info@npt-hsob- 5pm, Dragon puppets, and spot tote. Mem- Cwmbran A warm welcome All warmly welcome. girls.co.uk Tel: 07763 6pm followed by live bers and associates Meetings Cwmbran United Re- form Church, Old Cwm- awaits all.’ Newport 338436. entertainment, every very welcome. Abergavenny bran. Service every Newport Emmanuel Evangelical Newbridge Sunday. Newport Sir John Herbert Me- Sunday, 10.30am. A St Julians Methodist Church, Rutland Place. Leisure Centre. New- Blaina Baneswell Social Club. morial Hall, Llanover. warm welcome extend- Church, Caerleon Rd. Sunday Services bridge Raiders under The Tilers Arms. Kara- Ian’s Jazz, 8pm on- Joyce Marshall Acad- ed to all. Morning worship and 10.30am and 6.30pm 16 and under 18 bas- oke every Sunday. 50p wards every Sunday. emy of Performing Arts. junior church 10:30am. with Pastor Bernard ketball training, 9am- per song, proceeds to Newport launch of new branch. Langstone evening worship first Lewis. All warmly 11am. New players local communities first Pill Harriers Club. Bin- Tel: 07531 150199 or Langstone Methodist and third Sunday of the welcome. Tel: 07840 needed. Tel: 01443 projects go, artist and dancing visit www.joycemar- Church, Catsash Rd. Evening worship, 6pm. month, 6.30pm. . 672394 267931 Caerleon every Sunday. £1. shallacademy.co.uk Newport Newport Newport The Hanbury Arms. Pontypool for further details Langstone: Summerhill Baptist Havelock Street Beechwood House. Quiz, 9pm. Tel: 01633 The Unicorn Inn, Albion 10:30am. Langstone, Village Hall. Church, Albert Avenue, Church. Service every Mixed ability yoga 420361 Rd. Live entertainment Abertillery Wellspring Christian Fellowship meeting. Maindee. Services eve- Sunday, 11am. All class, 11am-12pm. Tel: Croesyceiliog and open mic session St Pauls Church Cw- Tel: 01633 817275 ry Sunday, 11am and warmly welcome. 01633 273502 Croesyceiliog Cricket every Sunday. with mtillery, Church Lane 11:00am. 6.30pm.Sunday Club Ponthir Pontypool and Rugby Club. Bingo Tom Williams Jazz and Cwmtillery. Sung Com- for Children, 11am. All Ponthir Baptist Church, Active Living Centre. every Sunday. Doors, Blues Band. Admission munion. Simple friend- Newport warmly welcome. Tel: Station Rd. Morning Usk Valley Trampoline 7.30pm, eyes down, free. 5:00pm. ly traditional service. St Thomas’ Church, 01633 223400 for fur- Worship and Junior Club, 10am. For fun 8.30pm. All welcome Newport n/a 11am. info@tillery- Maesglas Sunday service, ther details Church every Sunday and fitness and you Crumlin Man of Steel. Men’s churches.com Tel: 10.30am. All warmly Newport 10.30a.m. All welcome. can train for awards Crumlin RFC. Bingo pool night. 01495 212246. welcome. St Michael’s RC Pontypool and competing Tel: every Sunday Pontypool Abertillery Newport Church, Clarence St. Ebenezer URC, Cwmf- 07952 584240 Cwmbran The Crown, Sebas- St Michaels Church Alcoholics Anonymous Sung mass every Sun- frwdoer. Sunday ser- Skippys. Live music topol. 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