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Leader Live
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Leader Live
What's on this July: Theatr Clwyd and William Aston Hall
The newly-refurbished Theatr Clwyd in Mold has kicked-off with a five-star production of Tick, Tick... Boom. And now, both the theatre and William Aston Hall in Wrexham are welcoming incredible plays, comedy, dance, music and much more to the stage. Boys from the Blackstuff (1-5 July) at Theatr Clwyd Directed by Theatr Clwyd's artistic director Kate Wasserberg, James Graham's powerful new adaptation of Alan Bleasdale's BAFTA award-winning TV series comes to Mold direct from the National Theatre and the West End. Packed with heart and humour, this is a compelling and moving story of family and friendship. Comedy Club (7 July) at Theatr Clwyd This month's club features a huge line up including Seann Walsh (Mock The Week, Live At The Apollo), Dan Nightingale (Have A Word Podcast), Adam Staunton (Hot Water Comedy Club Headliner) and Hayley Ellis ('brilliantly funny' Sarah Millican). Giselle (8 July) at Theatr Clwyd Ballet Cymru returns to the venue with an unforgettable journey filled with passion, betrayal, and forgiveness. A brand-new interpretation of this ghost-filled ballet tells the tragic, romantic story of a young Welsh girl named Giselle, who falls in love but dies of heartbreak. Daniel Lloyd a Mr Pinc (Image: Theatr Clwyd) Daniel Lloyd a Mr Pinc (12 July) at Theatr Clwyd In celebration of 20 years of their hit album, Goleuadau Llundain, the show will have you gigging once again. They will be performing songs from the band's repertoire and Dan's solo efforts as well as a few surprises. Join Daniel Lloyd before the gig alongside Phylip Harries and Caitlin Drake to listen to these three popular actor/musicians talking about their career and their experiences in the world of performance - from gigs, a few cheeky secrets from Pantoland! The Girl On The Train (15-19 July) at Theatr Clwyd Girl on the Train (Image: Theatr Clwyd) From page to stage, adapted from Paula Hawkins' novel is not to be missed. This gripping thrilling mystery will keep you guessing until the final moment. Starring Laura Whitmore (2:22 A Ghost Story) as Rachel Watson. Welsh of the West End (23 July) at Theatr Clwyd The viral sensations return this summer. Prepare to be dazzled with stunning vocals by the stars of West End hits including Les Misérables and Wicked. King Arthur (24-26 July) at Theatr Clwyd Fans of Monty Python and Blackadder won't want to miss this. A comedy for the whole family, this hilarious retelling of the Arthurian legends will have audiences crying with laughter and become part of the legend themselves! An Evening with Lemn Sissay (Image: Theatr Clwyd) An Evening with Lemn Sissay ( 27 July) at Theatr Clwyd Following a sold-out show last year in the venue's temporary theatre – Lemn Sissay returns to let the light pour into the new building. With the unique chance to pepper Lemn with questions, expect the unexpected on a night bursting with light, warmth, honesty, humour and hope. MOST READ Milkshake! Live on Holiday (27 July) at William Aston Hall Family fun continues over at William Aston Hall with an all singing all dancing show starring your favourite Milkshake! characters. Rhythm of the Dance (26 July) at William Aston Hall And finally, dance comes to Wrexham. Featuring world-class musicians who play live on stage, star vocalists singing live and world-champion dancers, this mesmerising show is a completely captivating experience of pulsating rhythms with slick choreography performed at lightning speed. For further information or to book a show, visit the Theatr Clwyd and William Aston Hall websites.
BBC News
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Bradford Live ballroom to host city Literature festival events
A Regency style dance workshop and an evening of Romani music are among the events due to be held at Bradford Live as part of Bradford Literature venue's grand ballroom will host 20 events during the 10-day festival, which begins later this those appearing in the building's Art Deco style ballroom are former BBC broadcaster Mishal Husain and poet Lemn grand space will join venues including Bradford City Hall, the University of Bradford, City Park, the Loading Bay, Salts Mill and the Bradford branch of Waterstones. The £50m Bradford Live venue is due to open later this year after Trafalgar Entertainment took over the running of the site in well as hosting major concerts and shows in the main auditorium, Trafalgar said the ballroom and the building's various bars would host stand-alone events once the venue opens, according to the Local Democracy Reporting events include a Regency Dance Workshop, which allows people to "learn the steps, etiquette, and social customs that defined the world of Jane Austen."Another will looks at how the 7/7 London terror attacks unfolded and how they continue to shape the country. that changed Britain: Mishal Husain will be discussing her memoir Broken Threads: My Family from Empire to Independence. There will also be an evening celebrating Faiz Ahmed Faiz, one of Urdu's greatest poets, featuring hi grandchildren Adeel Hashmi and Mira Ash Sarkar and Michael Chessum will host a debate on "the rise of cancel culture and wokeism to the increasing fragmentation of progressive movements". Listen to highlights from West Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, catch up with the latest episode of Look North.
