Events by month
Events in February 2011
Savoy Theatre - Frankie Titters On
Event Date: 02-Feb-2011
Monmouth Monmouthshire NP25 3BU
phone: 01600 772467
First Wednesday
Event Date: 02-Feb-2011
Kingsway Newport Newport NP20 1HG
phone: 01633 656677
A regular series of lunchtime recitals, presented by musicians from Sinfonia Cymru. From duets to octets, playing a wide range of pieces, these concerts bring the best of chamber music to The Riverfront. Today's recital features a piano trio with music by Brahms, played by Gareth Jones.
Walking in their footsteps - Talk in Gelligaer
Event Date: 03-Feb-2011
The Harp Inn, St Cattwg's Avenue Gelligaer Caerphilly CF82 8FE
phone: 01873 850496
Sponsored by Can Do Team, Consultants to the Gelligaer Roman Fort Project at The Harp Inn, Gelligaer. Contact Kim Colebrook on 01873 850496 or email Click to email to book your place.
Nursing Lives
Event Date: 03-Feb-2011
Almshouse Street Monmouth Monmouthshire NP25 3XP
phone: 01600 719401
Vamos Theatre brings together a number of ex-Trestle Theatre members to create Nursing Lives, a full-mask theatre production alive with visual inventiveness, evocative music and song, physical theatre and 1940s dance sequences.
Chepstow Male Voice Choir
Event Date: 04-Feb-2011
Marshfield Cardiff Cardiff CF3 2UF
phone: 01291 623826
Hells Bells Hellrazor
Event Date: 04-Feb-2011
Almshouse Street Monmouth Monmouthshire NP25 3XP
phone: 01600 719401
World-famous and ready to rock, Hell's Bells are the world's leading AC/DC show, blowing all who come to see them away, all around the world.
Punt and Dennis
Event Date: 04-Feb-2011
Kingsway Newport Newport NP20 1HG
phone: 01633 656677
A brand new show which sees Steve Punt and Hugh Dennis return to the live arena after four years. They're two completely different comics who complement each other in such a way as to make the whole greater than the sum of the parts - and the parts are pretty good.
Countryside Walk: Clytha
Event Date: 05-Feb-2011
Clytha Abergavenny Monmouthshire NP7 9BW
phone: 01291 691237
Join Monmouthshire Countryside Service for a 6 mile (9.5km) walk passing Clytha Castle, an Iron Age hill fort, a secluded church and a section of the Usk Valley Walk. Bring a packed lunch and a drink. Wear boots or stout shoes and bring a waterproof coat. Dogs on short leads permitted. One very steep slope and lots of stiles.
Dark Skies
Event Date: 05-Feb-2011
Nash Newport Newport NP18 2BZ
phone: 01633 636363
Take a look at the night skies over the reserve. There will be talks on astronomy and observing sessions. This event is running in conjunction with Cardiff Astronomical Society. Booking essential.
King Lear
Event Date: 05-Feb-2011
Almshouse Street Monmouth Monmouthshire NP25 3XP
phone: 01600 719401
An aging monarch. A kingdom divided. A child's love rejected. As Lear's world descends into chaos, all that he once believed is brought into question. One of the greatest works in western literature, King Lear explores the very nature of human existence: love and duty, power and loss, good and evil.
The Rat Pack
Event Date: 05-Feb-2011
Kingsway Newport Newport NP20 1HG
phone: 01633 656677
Fun all the way as the purveyors of cool swing into town with a sensational show featuring the greatest music of the 20th century. Featuring musical memories of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Sammy Davis Jr, plus many more favourites.
The Factory
Event Date: 08-Feb-2011
Kingsway Newport Newport NP20 1HG
phone: 01633 656677
Award winning dance company Earthfall combines groundbreaking dance, image, film and live music in their latest production. The Factory explores the underground arts scene during late 50s/early 60s New York that was reflected in Andy Warhol's factory space on East 47th Street.
Savoy Theatre - Under Milk Wood
Event Date: 11-Feb-2011
Monmouth Monmouthshire NP25 3BU
phone: 01600 772467
Sessions at The Riverfront
Event Date: 11-Feb-2011
Kingsway Newport Newport NP20 1HG
phone: 01633 656677
Boutique stalls adorn the foyer from 5pm and performance fills the air in the cafe from 7pm. All types of performers are welcome from comedians to poets and musicians and all you need do is turn up on the night. Join the Facebook group 'Sessions at The Riverfront' for more information.
Murder Mystery: Death by Abdication
Event Date: 11-Feb-2011
Newport Newport NP10 8YW
phone: 01633 815880
It's 1936 and Edward VIII discovers that it's better to lose one's crown than one's head. With tales of crime, passion and deceit, you are invited to an evening of intrigue, where you will enjoy a traditional 'whodunnit' followed by a 3-course evening supper.
Who Shot the Sheriff?
Event Date: 12-Feb-2011
Dingestow Monmouth Monmouthshire NP25 4BE
phone:
When the Sheriff of Bodge City is mysteriously shot and killed, Deputy Rusty Crotch is promoted to Sheriff and forms a posse to set out on the trail of the killer. Can Rusty and the posse discover 'Who Shot the Sheriff?'
Met Opera: Nixon in China
Event Date: 12-Feb-2011
Almshouse Street Monmouth Monmouthshire NP25 3XP
phone: 01600 719401
John Adams conducts the Met premiere of his most famous opera. "The meeting of Nixon and Mao is a mythological moment in world history, particularly American history," he says. Baritone James Maddalena stars in the title role.
Magical Mapstick Mystery Walk
Event Date: 13-Feb-2011
Nash Newport Newport NP18 2BZ
phone: 01633 636363
Use nature as a map like the Aborigines. Discover the sights and sounds of the reserve and tie reeds and plants to your journey stick then use it as a map to help you find your way back. Booking essential.
St Valentine's Day
Event Date: 14-Feb-2011
Tintern Chepstow Monmouthshire NP16 6SE
phone: 01291 689228
Home cooked locally produced specialities with a free glass of wine.
Merlin Music: Joglaresa: Dancing in Tetuan
Event Date: 15-Feb-2011
Almshouse Street Monmouth Monmouthshire NP25 3XP
phone: 01600 719401
From Arabic songs to Sephardic wedding music and Moorish romances; from Andalusia to the Maghreb (Arabic for land of "the West") - the five countries of Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Libya and Mauritania.
Chepstow Society Talk
Event Date: 16-Feb-2011
Lower Church Street Chepstow Monmouthshire NP16 5HJ
phone:
Toby Jones of the Newport Ship Project. A great deal of work has been done, with the latest technology making great strides in the attempt to understand the ship and its structure. The latest triumph is the scale model made of the wreck as it is now, each timber element reproduced with astonishing exactitude.
International World Community Arts Day
Event Date: 17-Feb-2011
Kingsway Newport Newport NP20 1HG
phone: 01633 656677
The Riverfront's 4th celebration of the annual International World Community Arts Day. Local artists are invited to respond to and interpret the theme developed during the National Theatre of Wales project - "What are the Newport Ghosts?"
Savoy Theatre - Comedy at the Savoy
Event Date: 17-Feb-2011
Monmouth Monmouthshire NP25 3BU
phone: 01600 772467
Whatever the Apollo can do, the Savoy can do better. Hosted by Anna Keirle `Cornwall's comedy goddess', you are guaranteed an evening of great comedy which includes something a bit different.
The Chair
Event Date: 17-Feb-2011
Kingsway Newport Newport NP20 1HG
phone: 01633 656677
C-12 Dance Theatre presents The Chair, an emotionally-charged double-bill of dance-inspired physical theatre, which has been captivating audiences since the premiere in Sweden and the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.
Nikolai Demidenko
Event Date: 18-Feb-2011
Kingsway Newport Newport NP20 1HG
phone: 01633 656677
This passionate pianist's frequent London recitals have included the Great Performers series at the Barbican Concert Hall, the International Piano Series at the South Bank Centreand recently the London Pianoforte Series at the Wigmore Hall broadcast on BBC Radio 3.
Newport Students of the Wye Tour
Event Date: 18-Feb-2011 - 20-Mar-2011
Bridge Street Chepstow Monmouthshire NP16 5EZ
phone: 01291 625981
hayley danaher • marc hughes • natalie stewart • tracey watkins • brady knight • matthew powell • rhiannon ballinger • marina brierley • kieran lyons • andreas rüthi The exhibition is of recent work from first year students and staff from the Fine Art Programme of the School of Art and Photography, Univerity of Wales, Newport, made in response to the exhibition The Wye Tour and its Artists shown at the Chepstow Museum in 2010.
Reminiscences of Childhood
Event Date: 19-Feb-2011
Lower Church Street Chepstow Monmouthshire NP16 5HJ
phone:
Following its award-winning debut at the Edinburgh Festival, Adrian Metcalfe has performed this one-man show all over the world to considerable critical acclaim.
Craft Demonstrations
Event Date: 19-Feb-2011 - 27-Feb-2011
Tintern Chepstow Monmouthshire NP16 6SE
phone: 01291 689228
Learn a new skill. Come and watch members of the Wye Valley Craft Association demonstrate their crafts.
Puzzlewood Grand Opening 2011
Event Date: 19-Feb-2011 - 27-Feb-2011
Coleford Monmouthshire GL16 8QB
phone: 01594 833187
Puzzlewood opens for the season, with pony rides during half term week.
Ceilidh in aid of the RNLI
Event Date: 19-Feb-2011
Church Street Caerleon Newport NP18 1AW
phone: 01633 422656 (box office)
Come and have fun and dance with the Dai Bach Band, featuring caller Chris Oats. In aid of the Royal National Lifeboat Institution, the evening includes refreshments and real ale bar. Tickets available from Caerleon Tourist Information Centre, also from Marcus Music (01633 815612) and Rafi Goldsmith at the Ffwrwm (01633 430271).
St David's Foundation Medley of Music
Event Date: 19-Feb-2011
Kingsway Newport Newport NP20 1HG
phone: 01633 656677
A fantastic toe-tapping singalong musical evening, featuring Newport Philharmonic Choir, Risca Male Choir and supporting artists Richard Harris and Cheryl Roberts. All proceeds to the St David's Foundation.
Countryside Walk: Llandenny
Event Date: 20-Feb-2011
Raglan Usk Monmouthshire NP15 1DN
phone: 01291 691237
Join Monmouthshire Countryside Service for a 5 mile (8km) walk through undulating countryside and country lanes, passing an ancient hill fort. Assistance dogs only please. Wear boots or stout shoes and bring a waterproof coat. Lots of stiles, one medium slope on route.
Wedding Fayre
Event Date: 20-Feb-2011
Piercefield Chepstow Monmouthshire NP16 6BE
phone: 01291 622260
All you need to plan your perfect day…. A range of exhibitors for ideas and inspiration. Racecourse suites open for viewing. Café open throughout.
Chepstow Drill Hall - Half Term Craft Sessions
Event Date: 24-Feb-2011
Lower Church Street Chepstow Monmouthshire NP16 5HJ
phone:
Chepstow Museum's popular half term craft sessions, suitable for children of all ages (must be accompanied by an adult, maximum three children per adult).
Savoy Theatre - Showaddywaddy
Event Date: 25-Feb-2011
Monmouth Monmouthshire NP25 3BU
phone: 01600 772467
Charlie and Lola's Best Bestest Play
Event Date: 25-Feb-2011 - 26-Feb-2011
Kingsway Newport Newport NP20 1HG
phone: 01633 656677
Watershed Productions present the BBC Worldwide and Polka Theatre production of Charlie and Lola's Best Bestest Play, based on the characters created by Lauren Child, adapted by Jonathan Lloyd. A magical mix of puppets, live action and music.
Newport Wetlands: Monthly Guided Walks
Event Date: 26-Feb-2011
Nash Newport Newport NP18 2BZ
phone: 01633 636363
Join us on a monthly guided walk every last Saturday of the month to discover the wonderful wildlife and fascinating history of the reserve. This is the perfect opportunity to improve your birdwatching skills and meet like-minded people. Includes a hot drink. Booking essential.
Who Shot the Sheriff?
Event Date: 26-Feb-2011
Lower Church Street Chepstow Monmouthshire NP16 5HJ
phone: 01291 625981
When the Sheriff of Bodge City is mysteriously shot and killed, Deputy Rusty Crotch is promoted to Sheriff and forms a posse to set out on the trail of the killer. Can Rusty and the posse discover 'Who Shot the Sheriff?'
Met Opera: Iphigenie en Tauride
Event Date: 26-Feb-2011
Almshouse Street Monmouth Monmouthshire NP25 3XP
phone: 01600 719401
Susan Graham and Placido Domingo reprise their starring roles in Gluck's nuanced and elegant interpretation of this primal Greek myth. Tenor Paul Groves also returns to Stephen Wadsworth's insightful production, first seen in 2007. Patrick Summers conducts.
Countryside Raceday (Jumps)
Event Date: 26-Feb-2011
Piercefield Chepstow Monmouthshire NP16 6BE
phone: 01291 622260
A celebration of the countryside with displays and activities throughout the afternoon including a National Hunt Parade, Duck Herding display and Pony Rides.
Black Mountain Jazz
Event Date: 27-Feb-2011
Abergavenny Monmouthshire NP7 5AA
phone:
John Law Trio.
St David's Day Open Day
Event Date: 27-Feb-2011
Church Road Caldicot Monmouthshire NP26 4HU
phone: 01291 420241
Caldicot Castle's pre-season open day. This year's attractions include traditional Welsh recipes, living history and re-enactment. The Freemen of Gwent (talks, demos and have-a-go sessions), Meibion y Ddraig ~ Sons of the Dragon (talks on medieval Welsh archers with demonstrations).
Optics Demonstration
Event Date: 27-Feb-2011
Nash Newport Newport NP18 2BZ
phone: 01633 636363
Thinking of buying binoculars or a telescope? Interested in using a digital camera with a telescope but don't know where to start? Why not take this opportunity to try our great range of telescopes and binoculars and receive a free consultation and advice, with competitive prices.
The Trial
Event Date: 28-Feb-2011
Almshouse Street Monmouth Monmouthshire NP25 3XP
phone: 01600 719401
You are advised not to book Splendid Productions' new adaptation of Franz Kafka's The Trial. The Authorities have pronounced it unsuitable for young minds, and the company have a dangerous reputation for unacceptably free-thinking political theatre - influenced by proven communists such as Bertolt Brecht and radical insurgents like Steven Berkoff, Jerzy Grotowski and Augusto Boal.
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