Welsh Country March-April 2017

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Arts & Crafts
MWO’S Magical Flute On Tour In March
Mid Wales Opera’s brand new production of Mozart’s much loved classic The Magic Flute is on the
road this March and April with shows in Aberystwyth, Bangor, Pontardawe and Newport. MWO’s
production introduces some astonishing new talent as well as some MWO favourites including Bala
born bass Sion Goronwy as the High Priest of the Temple – Sarastro. Sion recently made his Royal
Opera House debut performing in Shostakovich’s The Nose.
The widely anticipated first production by MWO’s new artistic team - director/designer Richard
Studer and conductor Jonathan Lyness - launches a new era in the company’s history and promises to
astonish audiences, both young and old, with a production definitely aimed at family fun.
Artistic Director Richard Studer said : “The new production of Mozart’s mythical and magical
opera owes more than a nodding debt to the art of pantomime, a surreal world of heroes and villains,
myth and magic : high drama, high art, high notes and high camp mix in a blaze of colour, comedy
and puppetry as we enter the ever inventive battleground of Mozart’s imagination where the forces of
good pursue victory over the evil Queen of the night.”
A true testament if ever there was one to Mozart’s genius, The Magic Flute is packed with some of
the composer’s most recognisable music, from heartfelt duets and comic exchanges to one of operas
most formidable and memorable arias, that of The Queen of the Night. U
For further information please visit: www.midwalesopera.co.uk.
Cynth Weyman’s ‘Creative Journeys’
State of the art Theatr Ffwrness, Llanelli is hosting Cynth Weyman’s ‘Creative Journeys’ major solo
exhibition which runs until 8 th April, (closed Sundays). Paintings, prints and Intaglio Strati textile
relief art quilts displayed with a theatrical difference!
Starting in the foyer – you’ll need to look upwards and then follow the trail to the first floor bar
area and beyond. Zoned areas will show collections of themed artworks: Carmarthenshire - Castles,
Abbeys & Towy Valley; Pembrokeshire National Coastal Path; ‘Rock Woman’; ‘Hidden Strengths’ and
‘Diary of an Artist’. Artworks in paint, textiles and print will appear in the bar, corridors and mini
galleries – some suspended in the air! Queuing for Stwdio Stepney? No problem – there’ll be pictures
along the corridor too.
TV and digital screens plus a List of Artworks to take away will help you on your way. You’ll even
see some images on the large screen outside – that’s a first for Cynth Weyman! Many artworks are for
sale at the box office or you can buy on line via the Theatr Ffwrness website. It’s all techno this time.
The exhibition is in a theatre after all. U
For the latest news visit: inspired2collect.co.uk
A Unique Artist Workshop Upon The Sea
Launched last summer, Artists Boat Trips offers groups of artists the opportunity to spend time
observing and sketching the wide variety of wildlife and dramatic coastline of the Pembrokeshire
islands. Run by Pembrokeshire artist Sarah Jane Brown and Ffion Rees of Falcon Boats, these
specialist trips combine an informal style workshop together with professional tuition, making for a
truly unforgettable experience.
Passionate about sharing her experiences of being in the Pembrokeshire coastal landscape, Sarah Jane
believes that these trips will be of real benefit to others developing their own creative practice. These
bespoke tours can be tailored to suit an interest in landscapes, seascapes or wildlife, and are perfect
for motivating creativity and inspiring new ideas.
Ideal for art clubs, school or college groups, Artists Boat Trips cost £75.00 per person for 2 hours,
based on 8 - 9 people per trip. Please note that as these trips are bespoke, the boat needs to be full in
order to sail. Season: March - October (dependant on weather). U
Please book directly with Sarah Jane Brown on 07874 219942 or artist@sjbart.com or visit: sjbart.com.
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