CALON LÂN THE MUSICAL
Grand Theatre, Swansea
Fri 28 June-Sat 6 July
Premiering at the Grand Theatre this month, Calon Lân is based on the true story of Evan Roberts, a young miner from Swansea supposedly called upon by God to lead a world revival and save one hundred thousand souls. The musical is set against the backdrop of early industrial Wales, and depicts Roberts finding himself fighting against union leaders, mine owners, and members of the church with nothing but his faith and a group of teenage girls dramatically named The Singers Of Dawn to aid him.
In charge of musicality is Welsh favourite Mal Pope, one of the most storied writers of musical theatre around. Pope has written both the lyrics and the score for the show, so the production promises to be an authentic Welsh experience with a bit of edge. Olivier Awards 2018 nominee Maxine Evans, known for her unflinching re-tellings of Welsh history, has taken the role of director, and the cast includes an array of Welsh talent including West End performer Claire Hammacott. In Swansea’s 50th year as a city, the musical will no doubt cast a light on the rich history Wales has to offer.
Tickets: £13-£25. Info: 01792 475715 / swanseagrand.co.uk
words Fern Tregoning- Liddle
