Find out what’s going on in South Wales this week
Fancy carrying on the fun after the Easter whirlwind is over? Enjoy events going on in your local area by checking out this week’s list of top 10 things going on in South Wales this week!
Tonto Evans – 11th April (Newport)
Fancy a laugh to kick off the week? Look no further, Welsh playwright Frank Vickery brings us Tonto Evans (Vickery) a bed bound character who dreams of visiting America. If you dream of visiting Newport to watch this then hurry up and get your tickets! Priced at £13 per ticket, or £11 if eligible, this Richard Tunley directed play will fill your evening with humour.
Joseph Tong – 12th April (Cardiff)
Maisie Lewis Young Artist Award winning pianist Joseph Tong will be performing a lunchtime concert in Cardiff’s St Davids Hall. With tickets prices at £5.75 in advance or £6.75 on the day with £1.00 off entry for those entitled, this is a great, affordable start to an afternoon with the family.
An Inspector Calls – 12th April (Cardiff)
This week, the New Theatre is the host of J.B. Priestley’s classic whodunit, An Inspector Calls, Directed by Oscar nominee Stephen Daldry. If you haven’t seen it already, the thriller that’s won more awards than any other play in history is a must. It’s captured audiences from Broadway to the West End – now you. The ticket prices range from £12.50 to £132 depending on seat preference, which are becoming limited but are available to view on the website. Group Bookings of 8+ please call the Box Office on Cardiff (029) 2087 8889.
Let It Be – 13th April (Swansea)
Feel like going old school? Why not go back to the 60’s in Swansea this week, by going along to the international hit show that celebrates the world’s most successful rock ‘n’ roll band, The Beatles. The show has delegated itself as one of West Ends most popular shows as it has now been seen by over one million people worldwide. Tickets range between £15 – £30.50 and the show begins at 7.30pm.
An Evening With Lulu – 13th April (Aberdare)
Let Grammy nominated singer Lulu take you on a musical journey throughout her 50 year career this week. Lulu will showcase some of her own hits such as Relight my Fire and Shout, but she will also be performing songs from musical legends Charles and Otis Reading. Not only this, but Lulu will entertain the audience not just through her music but personal anecdotes and experiences with the audience. Tickets for this nostalgic night are priced at £35 and starts at 8.00pm.
Marinksy Ballet – 14th April (Cardiff)
Wales Millennium Centre is yet again the host of the Marinksy Ballet this spring, which will be the only UK performance from the Marinksy Ballet in 2016. With the show’s age guidance being 11+, this is sure to be a sophisticated night of beautifully crafted performances. Tickets range from £13.50 to £83.50
Museum Family Trail – 15th April (Newport)
Still stuck for something to do with the kids? Why not pop along to the Newport Museum and Art Gallery where families can explore the rooms which are riddled with clues. Pop along for a day out, it’s completely free!
5 Seconds of Summer – 15th & 16th April (Cardiff)
Australia’s answer to One Direction, 5 Seconds of Summer kick off their UK tour this spring, coming to Cardiff along the way. Tickets are available but limited, however the night is sure to feature their hit UK singles from their No.1 album Sounds Good Feels Good.
The Glee Club – 16th April (Cardiff)
The Glee Club, no, not the cast of America’s teen drama, feature four comics at the top of their game who’ll fill the night with their wit and humour. Just head over to Cardiff Bay when the doors open at 7.00pm and your Saturday night is sorted as there’s food available and plenty of bars around! Tickets are priced at £16.95 in advance or just £10 if you’re a full time student, minimum age 18.
RHS Flower Show- 17th April (Cardiff)
Enjoy your Sunday walking around the visually stunning Bute Park enjoying the Royal Horticultural Society’s flower show. To the general public the advance tickets come in at £9, but not to worry as on the door tickets to the public are just above at £12.
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