National Museum & Gallery, Cardiff / National Waterfront Museum, Swansea
Sun 12 Mar
This international celebration of the achievements and contribution of women and the women’s movement will take place on Sun 12 Mar in both Cardiff and Swansea. Following the UN’s ‘Be Bold For Change’ theme, the focus for this year’s programme events will be on the theme of ‘Creating An Equal Future’ by The Women’s Equality Network (WEN) Wales and Fizzi Productions. The voices of younger women and girls will be the main emphasis, alongside increasing awareness of equal rights. The event will also celebrate the incredible contribution women have made to Welsh society.
Both locations will offer an exciting programme of workshops, live performances, exhibitions and talks. Performing at both venues will be alternative pop singer Della Lupa, from Brighton. Joining her are spoken word artists Hanan Issa and Durre Mughal, along with circus performers, comedians and much more, all in aid to inspire by sharing their stories.
In Cardiff, there will be a special International Women’s Day ticketed event in the Weston Studio, Wales Millennium Centre from 7.30-10pm. This event will hold interviews with inspirational participants from guest speakers, artists, dancers and more.
To inspire the next generation of female musicians, BBC presenter Bethan Elfyn has called on various people from the UK’s music scene to attend this year’s event. Individuals from BBC 6Music, Amazing Radio, BBC Introducing and record labels will share their thoughts and musical inspirations. An incredible event for women from South Wales to come together to share and be inspired.
Admission: free. Info: 029 2039 7951 (Cardiff) / 01792 463980 (Swansea) / www.wenwales.org