YOUR complete guide to music, art, and theatre events happening near you...
WEDNESDAY, MAY 12
• Malcolm Edwards RCA Broagwch A Love for my Land exhibition will be showing at the Royal Cambrian Academy, Conwy
Showing in the Upper Gallery until May 23, this selection of solitary ruins, dwellings, and farms captures the essence of the landscape.
• The Rising Slowly exhibition will be on display at the Library Gallery, Denbigh
Taking oceanographic and scientific research as a starting point, Angelsey based Helen Grove-White explores climate change and sea level rises in this powerful video on display until May 22.
• My Community exhibition will be held at the Library Arts Centre, Rhyl
Running until June 12, this assorted collection of photography, poetry and arts and crafts brings together a selection of work by local artists.
• An exhibition titled Reflections will be showing at Venue Cymru, Llandudno
Running until May 26, this visually stimulating and thought provoking collection brings together new works from the award-winning photographer Llinos Lanini and new pieces of exquisite jewellery from Andrew Coomber.
• 7:30pm - The Sound Of Music will be showing at Venue Cymru, Llandudno
The classic musical starring Connie Fisher will be coming to North Wales for a 19 date run. For more information or to book tickets contact the Box Office on 01492 872000 or visit the website at www.venucymru.co.uk
THURSDAY, MAY 13
• 1:30pm - Art Classes will be held in Dan's Den Shop, Colwyn Bay
Running every Thursday, the classes will be held in the shop by WH Smith. All materials are supplied including oils, acrylics and watercolours. Admission costs £5 with proceeds going towards Dan's Den. For more information call 01492 546346.
• 2pm - The Solid Gold Variety Afternoon will be held at the Queens Hotel, Llandudno
Running every Thursday, entertainers Jill and Alun Taylor will be presenting an afternoon of bingo, a nostalgia music quiz, spot prizes,mixed dancing and music. Everyone is welcome to come along, with admission costing £2. For more information, call Jill on 07798 565042.
• 7:30pm - Mark Beaumont will be appearing at the Pavilion Theatre, Rhyl
Having circumnavigated the globe on his bicycle, Mark will be recounting his amazing tests of endurance complete with pictures and film clips in this colourful talk. For more information or to book tickets contact the Box Office on 01745 330 000 or visit the website at www.rhylpavilion.co.uk
• 8pm - Welsh Male Voice Choirs will be performing live at St John's Methodist Church, Llandudno
Stunning music by celebrated choirs will be performed every Tuesday and Thursday until October 27. Tickets are available on the door.
FRIDAY, MAY 14
• 10am - Ballroom Dancing to live music will be held at the Community Centre, Craig Y Don
Phil & Margaret Hampson will be hosting the event each week including refreshments. The couple will also be holding a Tea Dance every Friday afternoon between 2pm-4pm at St John's Methodist Church Hall.
• 7:30pm - Blooming Marvellous will be performing live at the Pavilion Theatre, Rhyl
• 8pm - A Charity Band Night will be held at he Rhyl Naval Sports and Social Club, Rhyl
This special fundraising gig in aid of The Joshua Foundation will feature live music by Junebug, The Red Comets, Gary Nelson, Jay Garnett, Gary Whitehead, Simon Burrows and Kris J Davis. Admission costs £3 and is strictly over 18s only. For more information call Kat on 07814573812.
• 8pm - Global Parasite will be performing live at The Dudley Arms, Rhyl
• 8:30pm - Andy Stine will be performing live at the Departure Lounge, Abergele
• 9pm - Steamy Windows will be performing live at The Cottage Loaf, Llandudno
SATURDAY, MAY 15
• 10am - Adults Art Club will be held at The Craft Workshop behind Boots, Llandudno
Every Saturday enjoy experimenting with acrylics, oils and watercolours. For more information call Rachel on 01492 873404.
• 10am - Betty Mill's charity exhibition will be on display at Y Tabernacl, Llandudno
This collection of work by a local artist will be raising funds for St David's Hospice and Pensychnant Nature Conservation Centre. It will be showing on Tuesday and Saturday throughout May.
• 7:30pm - The British Philharmonic Big Band will be performing live at the Pavilion Theatre, Rhyl
From the sounds of Buddy Rich to the music of Frankie Sinatra, this sensational show promises to feature all the best big band hits. For more information or to book tickets contact the Box Office on 01745 330 000 or visit the website at www.rhylpavilion.co.uk
• 8pm - Stormy Mondays will be performing live at The Gladstone, Dwygyfylchi
• 8pm - The Cellar Dwellers will be performing live at The Jolly Sailor, Prestatyn
SUNDAY, MAY 16
• 8pm - A Grand Dance will be showing at Venue Cymru, Llandudno
Venue Cymru Fundraising Committee will be holding a special ballroom, latin and sequence dancing in the main hall. For tickets contact the Box Office on 01492 872000 or for more information call 07968957177.
MONDAY, MAY 17
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TUESDAY, MAY 18
• 7:30pm - Abergele Theatre Group meeting at Church House, Groes Llwyd, Abergele
The dramatic group - open to anyone interested in any aspect of amateur theatre - meet every Tuesday and Thursday. Everyone is welcome to come along.
• 7:30pm - An Appointment With Fear And Laughter will be showing at Penrhyn Old Hall, Penrhyn Bay
• 8pm - Tuesday In Llandudno will be showing at the Town Hall, Llandudno
Featuring Irish songs, country and western music, cabaret and a touch of comedy, this sensational show featuring Rachel Silva, Bryn Chamberlin and Bobby Gold will be showing each week until May 25. For more information or to book tickets contact the Box Office on 01492 870623. Proceeds will go towards Happy Faces children charity.
• 8pm - BBC Radio 1 Big Weekend Fringe Events at Speakers Corner, Colwyn Bay
Live music by Kixxstart Kitty, Leucine, Bastions and Die! Chihuaha! Die will be held ahead of the Bangor event.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 19
• 1:30pm - Beca will be showing at the Pavilion Theatre, Rhyl
• 8pm - Llandudno Showplayers will be performing live at Gloddaeth United Church, Llandudno
The renowned group will be performing their 13th summer season with this sparkling show by local talented singers and musicians combined with light-hearted entertainment. Running until October 6, it promises to be a show not to be missed. Tickets are available on the door for £5, or from Thompsons Travel, Victoria centre or by calling 01492 580461.
• 8pm - Reginald D Hunter will be performing live at Venue Cymru, Llandudno
A regular face on TV shows like 9 Out Of 10 Cats, Never Mind The Buzzcocks and many more, this accomplished and celebrated comedian promises to have audiences rolling in the aisles.
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