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South Wales Argus
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- South Wales Argus
Newport weekend round-up: Pirates in the Port, gigs, theatre
From music festivals to family fun days, there's something for everyone in the city. Kicking off the weekend on Saturday, May 31, is the Pirates In The Port Sea Shanty Festival. (Image: Supplied) The event, organised by local Welsh shanty group Bois Y Bryn, will bring the tradition of sea shanties and folk music to life. From 11am to 7pm, multiple venues in the city centre, including The Riverfront Theatre, will host this lively festival. Entry is free and no booking is required. On the same day, Brazilian thrash crossover band Ratos De Porão will perform at The Cab, Newport. (Image: Supplied) The intimate gig, supported by bands Harrowed, Zero Again, Rank, and Mortal Karcass, will start at 6.30pm. A small number of tickets will be available on the door. (Image: Supplied) The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time continues its run at the Dolman Theatre. Presented by Dolman Theatreworks, the play tells the story of a gifted boy, Christopher Boone, who embarks on a journey of self-discovery while investigating the killing of a dog. The show will be performed on Saturday, May 31, at 7.15pm. Sunday, June 1, sees the return of the free family event, A Teddy Bears Picnic, at the top of Beechwood Park. (Image: Supplied) From 2pm to 5pm, attendees can enjoy a cartoon character disco, inflatable slides and castles, face painting, dance act performances, musical performances, bubble fun, a parrot display, and more. Families are encouraged to bring their favourite teddy and a picnic blanket. With such a wide range of activities on offer, there's no shortage of things to do in Newport this weekend. Whether you're a music lover, theatre enthusiast, or looking for a fun family day out, Newport has it all. So, whether you're planning to sing along with the shanty singers, rock out to Ratos De Porão, watch the adventures of Christopher Boone, or join in the fun at the Teddy Bears Picnic, Newport has a weekend full of activities to round off half-term. Enjoy the festivities and make the most of the weekend.
Irish Independent
29-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
Wexford's Bridge Drama staging award-winning show at National Opera House ahead of All-Ireland bid
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time will be performed in the Dean Crowe Theatre as part of the All-Ireland Drama Festival in mid May. And, in anticipation of this big night, Bridge Drama will perform its pre-All Ireland show in the O'Reilly Theatre at the National Opera House on Sunday, May 4. Bridge Drama last won the title in 2016 with Neil Simon's Lost In Yonkers which starred 14-year-old Cillian Tobin as a 15-year-old. Coincidentally, in this production, adult Cillian portrays the lead character who is also 15-year old Christopher. The group is hoping that Cillian will be its good luck charm in Athlone as he has won awards at each of the eight regional festivals. Currently, director Susan Somers is keeping the group focused by polishing and improving every theatrical element of the production in order to deliver the optimum performance on the night. Susan has received numerous plaudits from adjudicators on the festival circuit this year, many of whom have referenced her 'exceptional directorial work' with the ensemble who help form each scene by 'utilising their physicality and black boxes with skill and precision'. The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time is based on the novel by Mark Haddon and adapted by Simon Stephens for the stage. It is showing at the National Opera House on Sunday, May 4. Tickets available at or (053) 9122144
