CHRISTMAS is the most magical time of the year, so it’s fitting that the ultimate festive ballet The Nutcracker is coming to St David’s Hall! From the world-renowned Russian State Ballet & Orchestra of Siberia, this spellbinding production is at the National Concert Hall of Wales for nine sensational performances from Thursday 22 December – Wednesday 28 December at 2pm and 5.30pm (excluding 25 & 26 December). Feel the warmth of the open fire as presents lay beneath the tree…

ST DAVID’S HALL presents three magical performances of La Fille Mal Gardée for the first time from Tuesday 20 – Wednesday 21 December. Performed by the Russian State Ballet & Orchestra of Siberia and recreated from Alexander Gorsky’s classic version, this gentle tale of love thwarted, unrequited and found is one of the oldest ballets is still regularly performed. It is a masterpiece of comedy full of ribbons, romance and rivalry, and conjures up a world of pastoral simplicity where…

HARRY POTTER – PSYCHO – GLADIATOR – SUPERMAN + Star Wars EPISODE vii: The force awakens + INDIANA JONES – THUNDERBIRDS – PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN LIGHTS…CAMERA…ACTION!!! The ever-popular Cardiff Philharmonic Orchestra concert A Night at the Movies returns to St David’s Hall on Friday 9 December – and this year it comes with a Heroes & Villains theme! Experience the glitz and glamour of Hollywood with some of the most memorable movie music ever recorded including Harry Potter, Superman,…

THE acclaimed English Chamber Ensemble will be joined by some very special guests for a Bach to Beatles concert at St David’s Hall on Thursday 8 December. Virtuoso classical guitarist Craig Ogden will showcase his skills with a spellbinding set of classics from The Fab Four with a little help from his friend Miloš Karadaglić, who will compere the evening. Not since the John Williams in the 60s has a guitarist captured the imagination like Miloš especially since the release…

Russian Ballets, Lord of the Dance, Joe Calzaghe, Billy Ocean, Anastacia, Simple Minds, Anton & Erin, Gino D’Acampo, Chris Ramsey, Sam Bailey, Caro Emerald & Much More! It’s the most wonderful of time of the year and we’ve got some great Christmas gift ideas for the whole family at St David’s Hall! What better way is there to get in the festive spirit than with our Russian ballet series? La Fille Mal Gardée, The Nutcracker and Swan Lake (Tues 20 Dec –…

CARDIFF University Symphony Chorus brings the delicate and intimate genius of Brahms to St David’s Hall on Sunday 27 November at 3pm. Often described as an ode for the living and not a mass for the dead, Johannes Brahms’ stated intention in writing his iconic German Requiem was to comfort the living. This masterpiece composed between 1865 and 1868 is a breathtaking large-scale work for chorus, orchestra and soprano and baritone soloists. It comprises seven movements which together last 65…

LOOKING for the perfect Christmas present for the boxing fan amongst your family and friends? Well, look no further than An Audience with Joe Calzaghe at St David’s Hall on Saturday 11 March 2017 for a rare opportunity to spend an evening in the company of the undefeated legend of the squared circle. Starting at 8.30pm, the boxing icon known as ‘The Pride of Wales’ will regale the Cardiff crowd with analysis and anecdotes from his astonishing pro career which…

with Special Guests Lewis & Leigh St David’s Hall Tuesday 22 November, 7.30pm ONLY VERY LIMITED TICKETS REMAINING! SCOTTISH pop perfectionists Deacon Blue are set to rock St David’s Hall next Tuesday (22 November) – but hurry, only very limited seats are now remaining! Since forming in 1985, Deacon Blue have won over the masses; selling 6 million albums including two that have topped the charts, plus 12 singles that have stormed the Top 40. In September this year, the…

St David’s Hall Tuesday 29 November 1pm WHAT better way is there to get in the festive spirit than with a captivating concert of Christmas carols from the Cardiff Metropolitan Cathedral Choir? A warm welcome will be waiting once you’ve avoided the hectic high-street and relaxed amongst a beautiful selection of traditional carols on Tuesday 29 November at St David’s Hall from 1pm. The members of the Concert Orchestra from St John’s College are directed by Dominic Neville, James Neville…

St David’s Hall Saturday 18 March 2017, 7pm Doors BRITISH singer-songwriter and 2012 X Factor winner James Arthur will perform at St David’s Hall on Saturday 18 March in support of his new album Back from the Edge. Public demand was expected to be huge so customers were advised to get in there quick when tickets went on sale on Friday 4th November at 9.30am! James’ critically acclaimed second album is currently sitting nicely at No.1 in the midweek UK…