Theatre What’s On Guide


Ffwrnes Theatre Llanelli


Cinderella 11th - 28th January


Cinderella 25th Anniversary Pantomime Denny Twp and the Friendship Theatre Groups promisesthis panto to be sensational as its their 25th year of pantomime in Llanelli. They will tell the story of Cinderella in their own special way, with fun, laughter, beautiful scenery, fabulous costumes and fantastic special effects which will amaze and surprise everyone. An evening of first class entertainment for all ages, by one of the best supported pantos in South Wales. OH YES IT IS!


The Lyric Theatre Carmarthen


Box Office: 0845 226 3510 www.theatrausirgar.co.uk


Jack and the Beanstalk Friday 8th until Saturday 16th A breath-taking battle of the beanstalk unfolds with a hilarious Script, beautiful costumes and stunning theatrical sets. Will Jack and Jill slay the giant in time and get their happy ever after?! There’s only one way to find out: find those magic beans and book your tickets now!


Contact 0845 2263510 www.theatrausirgar.co.uk


The West End at


Christmas Tuesday 19th The West End at Christmas stars from the West End present a magical evening of entertainment featuring hits from the musicals and the best of Christmas song. The talented cast have starred in many West End productions and national tours including Les Miserables, We will Rock You plus many more. Start time 14.30pm


Beauty and the Beast (PG)


3rd January, 18:30


Belle, a bright, beautiful and independent young woman, is taken prisoner by a beast in its castle. Despite her fears, she befriends the castle's enchanted staff and learns to look beyond the beast's hideous exterior, allowing her to recognize the kind heart and soul of the true prince that hides on the inside.


Forever Jackson 27th January All the hits! Taking you from The Jackson 5, through The Jacksons and on to MJ’S rise to become The King of Pop.


Torch Theatre Milford Haven


Box Office: 01646 695 267 www.torchtheatre.co.uk


Dick Whittington


Relaxed Performance Monday 18th December* Tuesday 19th - Saturday 30th December


The purr-fect treat for everyone to enjoy this Christmas! Follow Dick and his cat Tommy in this much-loved story of a poor boy who sets off to make his fortune in London – and join him in all the adventures he encounters along the way! Can Dick defeat the evil King Rat? Will he marry his true love Alice and will he become the Mayor of London? This year’s Christmas show promises everything you could dream of in a traditional family pantomime – bursting at the seams with all the magnificent scenery, special effects, crazy costumes, music, magic and mayhem that our audiences have come to expect! Packed with songs, slapstick, silliness and plenty of audience participation. Please note that the performance on Thursday 21 December 6:30pm will be a BSL (British Sign Language) performance, if you would like more information about this, please contact our Box Office.


*Relaxed performances are open to everyone, but the environment has been specifically adapted for families with children with an Autistic Spectrum Condition, individuals with sensory and communication disorders, those with learning disabilities and anyone who would benefit from a more relaxed environment.


Taliesin Arts Centre Swansea


Box Office: 01792 602 060 www.taliesinartscentre.co.uk


Santa in Love


Thursday 14th December 1pm & 4.30pm


Have you ever wanted to know a secret? A Christmas secret! Maybe you’d like to know the greatest secret of them all... the one about Santa Claus and the thing he secretly loves best. Could it be presents? Could it be reindeer? Could it be snow? If you want to find out then join Santa and his friends in this fabulous fun filled musical with games, giggles and all your favourite Christmas songs. Santa will be available after the show to meet your little ones and read their letters as well as give them a gift so don’t forget to bring your camera to capture the smiles! Approx. 60 minutes including the meet and greet with Santa.


FOR MORE IDEAS VISIT WWW.PRIMARYTIMES.NET/SOUTH-WEST-WALES CHRISTMAS ISSUE 2017 13


Miners Theatre Ammanford


Box Office: 0845 226 3510 www.theatrausirgar.co.uk


Sleeping Beauty 8th December at 7pm, 9th 1:30pm & 5:30 and 10th December at 1:30pm Ammanford Community Theatre are back with their brand new panto, an all-new take on the classic fairy-tale Sleeping Beauty. Prepare for much hilarity as a cast of 50 bring to life the tale of a Princess, a Prince, and a very spiteful spinning wheel! Great fun for all the family.


Dick Whittington


28th December 1:30pm & 6pm 29th December 12:00 & 3pm Our hero journeys to London to seek his fortune, accompanied by his faithful cat. But gold soon becomes the least of his worries when he is smitten with Alice Fitzwarren, the Alderman's daughter, and is confronted with the baddest of all pantomime baddies - King Rat!


Pontardawe Arts Centre


Box Office: 01792 863 722 www.nptartsandents.co.uk


Aladdin


Friday 8th December 7pm, Saturday 9th 1pm & 5pm, Sunday 10th December 1pm & 5pm, Thursday 14th December 7pm, Saturday 16th December 1pm and Sunday 17th December 1pm & 5pm Make tickets to see Aladdin one of your three wishes this Christmas…climb aboard a magic carpet and let the cast of Aladdin take you on an amazing journey. The thrilling story of a boy, a lamp and a genie, Aladdin is one of the most popular pantomimes of all.


Gwyn Hall Neath


Box Office: 0300 365 6677 www.nptartsandents.co.uk


Cinderella Panto 2018 Friday 5th to Sunday 14th January (Times vary)


The classic rags to riches tale Cinderella that the children will know and love. Packed full of comedy in a traditional setting, with plenty of audience participation. The ultimate New Year treat for children of all ages. You’re all invited to the ball!


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