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South Wales Argus
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- South Wales Argus
Family show and bashment party among Newport events this weekend
'The Worst Princess' will be performed at The Riverfront Theatre in Kingsway on May 10 and May 11. The Worst Princess (Image: Supplied) Full House Theatre's new family show is based on the best-selling picture book and promises to offer "laugh-out-loud comedy, cool puppets, sing-along pop anthems and a dazzling larger-than-life dragon." Tickets are priced at £14 for adults, £12 for children, and a group of four can attend for £49. The show is suitable for ages three and above and will be performed at 10.30am and 2pm on May 10 and 11. Newport's biggest basement party is also back this weekend with a Spring Carnival Party set to take place at Legacy Lounge on May 10 from 10pm until 4am. (Image: Supplied) The event will see the venue transformed into a Caribbean escape with rum punch on arrival, jerk chicken, reggae, afrobeats, soca, and more. DJ Empire Flipz and Pandora will also be playing music throughout the night. Tickets are available in advance or on the door, with last entry at 1am. An evening of music will also be held at the Pill Harriers Sports and Social Club on May 10. The event, titled 'An Evening with Newport Borough Band & Risca Male Choir', will see the Newport Borough Brass Band present 'Movies & Musicals', a night of music from the stage and screen. (Image: Supplied) The event will celebrate Newport's rich heritage as the "land of music and song", with the Risca Male Choir joining in the festivities. The Newport Borough Band were also crowned the winners of the National Eisteddfod in 2024. A spokesperson for the Newport Borough Brass Band said: "Join us for an evening of music celebrating our rich heritage as the land of music and song, with a selection of music from the stage and screen. "Newport Borough Brass Band presents Movies & Musicals. "A night to reminisce about the bright lights of Hollywood and the streets of Broadway with our friends, Risca Male Choir. "An evening celebrating the winners of the National Eisteddfod 2024." Tickets are priced at £7.50 and can be purchased on the door.
South Wales Argus
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- South Wales Argus
Newport events: Music, VE Day celebrations and more
Whether you're looking for a night of music and dance, a family-friendly show, or a celebration of history, Newport has something to offer this weekend. Spring Carnival Party at Legacy Lounge The Spring Carnival Party will take place at Legacy Lounge, Newport, on Saturday, May 10. The venue will be transformed into a Caribbean escape, with free rum punch on arrival and after-club refreshments served from 2.45am. The event will start at 10pm and finish at 4am, with last entry at 1am. DJs Empire Flipz and Pandora will be playing dancehall, reggae, afrobeats, soca, and RnB all night. There will also be free giveaways on the night. Comedy night at Newport Market Elsewhere, comedian Leroy Brito will perform at Newport Market. The comedian, who has toured alongside industry heavyweights such as Mo Gilligan, Rhod Gilbert, and Guz Khan, will be supported by Carwyn Blayney, winner of the 2024 Wales unsigned standup award. The event will be hosted by comedian Huw Davies. It will start at 8pm and run until 11pm, and is suitable for people aged 18 and over. The Worst Princess at the Riverfront For families, the Worst Princess will be performed at The Riverfront on Saturday, May 10, and Sunday, May 11, at 11.30am and 2pm. Tickets are £14 for adults, £12 for children, £49 for a group of four, and £11 each for a group of 10 or more. The show is made for ages three and above and promises laugh-out-loud comedy, cool puppets, sing-along pop anthems, and a dazzling larger-than-life dragon. Friendly Fox VE Day Celebrations Continuing with the VE Day celebrations, the Friendly Fox in Bassaleg will be hosting a special celebration on Saturday, May 10, at 2pm. The event will feature a real World War Two Jeep, free face painting, and food, drinks, and music. There will also be a fancy dress competition with prizes for both kids and adults. The events promise to bring fun and entertainment to the Newport area, catering to a variety of interests and age groups. More information about each event can be found on the respective organisers' websites.
