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Theatr Clwyd: House of the Dragon star to appear in new play
Theatr Clwyd, in Mold, is set to host the world premiere of The Red Rogue of Bala, written by newcomer Chris Ashworth-Bennion.
The play, which will run from November 3 to 22, tells a darkly comedic story of "power, community, and change."
It is inspired by Coch Bach y Bala, an infamous figure from the area known for his jailbreaking, poaching, and thievery, set against the backdrop of impending war.
At the centre of the story is Bala, played by Simon Holland Roberts.
Mr Roberts has appeared in Coronation Street and on stage at various prestigious venues such as the Donmar Warehouse and Chichester Festival Theatre.
Simon Holland Roberts has been cast to play Coch Bach y Bala (Image: Theatr Clwyd) Joining him are Maxine Evans and Julian Lewis Jones, both familiar faces from popular TV shows.
Ms Evans has appeared in Sky's Stella, Call the Midwife, Torchwood, Casualty, Holby City, and EastEnders.
Mr Jones has starred in Justice League, Clint Eastwood's Invictus, and HBO's House of the Dragon.
Maxine Evans of Call the Midwife, Torchwood, Casualty, Holby City, and EastEnders (Image: Theatr Clwyd) Rhys Ap Trefor, known for his long-running role in Pobol y Cwm and various other TV shows, will also join the cast.
Wyn Bowen Harries, artistic director of Cwmni Pendraw, also joins the cast, bringing along his experience from Rownd a Rownd, Hinterland/Y Gwyll, Coronation Street, and Pobol y Cwm.
Theo Woolford, currently on a UK tour of Dial M For Mayhem, and Mia Khan, who appeared in BBC Two's Mammoth, will also be part of the cast.
Julian Lewis Jones, known for Justice League, Clint Eastwood's Invictus, and HBO's House of the Dragon (Image: Theatr Clwyd) Making his professional Welsh stage debut is Geraint De Carvalho, a recent graduate of East 15 Acting School, with past credits including The Cherry Orchard, Betrayal, and A Midsummer Night's Dream.
Completing the cast is Qasim Mahmood, known for his performances at the RSC, Hampstead Theatre, Birmingham Rep, and Lyric Hammersmith Theatre.
Directed by Dan Jones, artistic director of Cardiff's The Other Room, the play promises a 'gripping' storyline featuring an ensemble cast of Welsh talent.
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The creative team includes Mark Bailey as set and costume designer, Simisola Majekodunmi as lighting designer, Johnny Edwards as sound designer.
Mared Williams is the play's songwriter and musical director, and Bethan Clark has been appointed fight director.
Tickets for The Red Rogue of Bala can be purchased on the theatre's website at
