November 2016 Blog Posts (55)

SPINE

In July 2015 I suffered a stroke which left me paralysed completely down the left side. l am not able to get about very much yet and keep on delaying my return to theatre going which I love so much. I have however found an unlikely ally through my close friend Chris Brady who went to see Spine at the Sheffiel Crucible last Thursday.What follows is his review only touched on the edges by my editorial pen. I hope first of all you like it but most of all you are inspired see it for…

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Added by CHRIS HOWELL on November 8, 2016 at 0:38 — No Comments

ROSIE WYATT - WELCOME BACK TO WALES

On the 18th and 19th of November Rosie Wyatt makes a welcome return to Cardiff in a Soho Theatre and Francesca Moody presentation of the award winning production of SPINE. An unmissable event.

Added by CHRIS HOWELL on November 8, 2016 at 0:28 — No Comments

Introducing... Paul Burgess, Designer for Light Waves Dark Skies by We Made This

The design process for Light Waves Dark Skies, like the overall devising process, was in two distinct parts. First of all, there was a very open research and development period, where we worked with Gabriel García Márquez’s short story Light is Like Water. This was effectively a starting point for a series of experiments and investigations into a set of themes including light and water, and what they have in common, as well as how the childhood imagination intersects with scientific reality……

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Added by Kelly Barr on November 7, 2016 at 7:00 — 1 Comment

Hello from the Chair of TEAM Panel

Hello!



Welcome to my first blog (of many, I hope!) as Chair of TEAM Panel.



TEAM Panel is a group of TEAM members - from all sorts of artistic disciplines and a diverse range of backgrounds - who together help to shape the way that TEAM is run and how it plays its part within National Theatre Wales. It's very exciting to be part of such an energetic and enthusiastic group of individuals who all very much enjoy being part of TEAM.



I am a playwright and have been a… Continue

Added by Tom Wentworth on November 7, 2016 at 2:10 — 2 Comments

Can Yr Adar/Birdsong at Theatre Mwldan Cardigan

Last night I went to see 'Can yr Adar/Birdsong' and afterwards joined in on my first critical chinwag.



The show tells a story of a Welsh rainforest found in Powys Wales. A story told through the medium of soul-folk and jazz. The main focus being on an amazing young singer called Kizzy Crawford who was accompanied by a beautiful orchestral backdrop.



I had no idea what to expect from this performance, but was very pleasantly surprised. The use of intertwining songs and… Continue

Added by Leah Jeremy on November 6, 2016 at 10:55 — No Comments

Can yr Adar/Birdsong-Critical Chinwag 5th November

So-last night I was lucky enough to take part to take part in my first Critical Chinwag at Theatr Mwldan in Cardigan. Here are some thoughts, opinions and ramblings on 'Can yr Adar/Birdsong':

Upon arrival at the theatre last night, I felt quite unsure of what to expect-but knew that I was in for a unique experience. 'Can yr Adar/Birdsong' promised a collaboration between some fantastic Welsh musicians-jazz musician Gwilym Simcock, singer/songwriter Kizzy Crawford and young orchestral…

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Added by Hope Dowsett on November 6, 2016 at 5:30 — No Comments

2 Free networking events for, critics, venues, funders, promoters, ambassadors, volunteers, advocates, workshop leaders and more!

2 Great Networking Events
Saturday 12 November, Wales Millennium Centre, Cardiff.
BSL Supported event
 
Creative Citizens Cymru,  Get The Chance  10-12pm
A morning…
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Added by Guy O'Donnell on November 5, 2016 at 21:51 — No Comments

Golf Course War Machine

“I have doubts, but that’s not what’s on my face. I have the face of a barbaric celt.”

September 2014. Remember the helicopters? The metal fences? The international press? 

Obama is in Wales. 

Wales - oh, is that in England? No. 

Right now Wales is the centre of the world.

Cut to Pippa, who is protesting, alone, on a roundabout outside the Celtic Manor. Her life has been shaped by the political decisions that came before. She doesn’t…

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Added by Isabelle Paige on November 5, 2016 at 7:00 — No Comments

Critical Chinwag - LIGHT WAVES DARK SKIES - 30th NOVEMBER - CHAPTER ARTS CENTRE

Hello! It's that time again... Yes, it's Critical Chinwag! So do come and join me for TEAM's always popular social and review event.



This time I'm very excited to be hosting the Critical Chinwag for We Made This' production Light Waves Dark Skies.



Light Waves Dark Skies is a new work by We Made This, exploring the beauty and power of light and water, and our place in the universe amongst the stars.



Two parents pack up their lives and drive away from the… Continue

Added by Tom Wentworth on November 5, 2016 at 3:47 — No Comments

Introducing... We Made This

We Made This is an…

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Added by Kelly Barr on November 5, 2016 at 1:00 — No Comments

Feel Good Friday

The theme of this weeks Feel Good is belief.

Belief is such a powerful attribute to have and can hugely help throughout life as we embark on this crazy journey.

Self belief, believing in others, having others believe in you. It all helps!

Dreams and success doesn't happen overnight as I have previously said. It takes hard work and determination but also self belief. You have to believe you can accomplish what you set out to do otherwise what is the… Continue

Added by Connor Allen on November 3, 2016 at 23:53 — No Comments

Opportunity delivered by Sgil Cymru - Production Manager / Cyfle darperir gan Sgil Cymru - Rheolwr Cynhyrchiad

Want to work as a Production Manager in the film industry?
For professionals looking to…
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Added by Hannah John on November 3, 2016 at 23:00 — No Comments

An insight into the processes of World Renowned Theatre Director, Thomas Ostermeier.

After a short residency at Edinburgh back in August this year (2016) 12 Directors across the UK were selected to spend time with the Artistic Director of Schaubühne Theatre Berlin, Thomas Ostermeier, to research and question European methodology and directing processes in practice.

Here are some notes and reflections on the link below of the key insights that were shared..…

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Added by Ffion Haf on November 2, 2016 at 22:13 — No Comments

AUDITION NOTICE - No Boundaries' Christmas Project

We are looking for a diverse and exciting cast of emerging Cardiff-based artists to be involved with our next project; think the most dreary, mouldy, and yet unwillingly loveable Christmas party you've ever been to at your local pub, throw in a handful of talented Wales-based writers, and as many Mince Pies as a man can handle, and you've got No Boundaries' very own Christmas Party Scratch Night!



We like to shake things up a little here at No Boundaries, so we're taking your typical…

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Added by No Boundaries on November 2, 2016 at 1:00 — No Comments

Who let you in here? Taking Flight Theatre Company present a clowning residency with John Wright

Who let you in here?

Clowning is empowering. Contrary to popular opinion, Clowning isn't about finding a character and it isn't about wit or cleverness either, being a clown is the direct opposite of being a stand up comedian. Clowning was originally a form of street  entertainment. 

Clowning is about playfulness. In fact clowning is the key to playfulness because clowning is about being laughed at. It’s the art of exploiting your own stupidity…

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Added by Elise Davison on November 1, 2016 at 12:04 — No Comments

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