Gig Of The Month Lionel Richie Liberty Stadium Swansea Legend is a word thrown around too easily today when describing pop stars but the legend that is Lionel Richie has more than earned the title and when he brought his show to Swansea Liberty Stadium on June 18th 27,000 fans got to witness The Legend at his very best. When I say very best that’s what you got, all the hits in one show, the night kicked off with Running…
Judith Owen The Gate Arts Centre, Cardiff Thursday 17th November “Embracing grown-up pop, jazz and blue-eyed soul a la Steely Dan – her latest outing could be her best yet.” – Sunday Times Culture Acclaimed pianist, singer-songwriter and storyteller Judith Owen is bringing her show to The Gate Arts Centre in Cardiff on November 17th. Judith will be joined on stage by legendary bassist Leland Sklar, percussionist Pedro Segundo and cellist Gabriela Swallow for an evening of grown-up pop, jazz…
CITY VOICES CARDIFF return to St David’s Hall with another fun-filled concert for the whole family on Saturday 9 July at 6pm. Sing the Musicals: Encore brings together a selection of the finest and best-loved songs from the most successful West End and Broadway shows ever – all performed enchantingly by a large choir and live orchestra. Conducted by their music director, Simon Curtis, City Voices Cardiff will perform hits from The King and I, Matilda, Into the Woods, Chess,…
Welsh Proms, Cara Dillon, City Voices Cardiff, Mozart’s The Magic Flute, & More! Alongside City and Voices and Cara Dillon (see our previous blog posts) St David’s Hall is buzzing throughout July;the 2016 Welsh Proms start in style with Verdi Requiem (Saturday 16 July) performed by the Welsh National Opera Orchestra and sensational soprano Rebecca Evans. The following day sees the ever-popular family favourite A Day at the Movies (Sunday 17 July) from Cardiff Philharmonic Orchestra return to the Hall. Panto star and comedian…
CARA DILLON brings her staggeringly beautiful voice to St David’s Hall on Tuesday 5 July at 8pm. The Irish folk singer is one of those rare talents that delves into the soul of a song to unearth its profound sweetness, poignancy and depth. Since bursting onto the music scene in 1995 with folk super-group Equation (alongside Kate Rusby, Kathryn Roberts and the Lakeman brothers), Cara has forged a successful solo career with five critically acclaimed albums. She has also released…
FIERY Flamenco guitarist Juan Martín brings his virtuoso skills to the L3 Lounge at St David’s Hall next Tuesday (21 June). Starting at 8pm, this captivating concert in the Roots Unearthed series promises a spectacular showcase from a legendary performer, who was once voted one of the top three guitarists in the world by Guitar Player magazine. A native of Andalucía, Juan’s celebrated and highly distinctive compositional style has influenced several generations of artists and led to collaborations with acts…
St David’s Hall Tuesday 10 May 1pm THE Artesian Quartet will deliver an exciting programme of Haydn and Beethoven in a compelling Lunchtime Concert next Tuesday (10 May) at 1pm. Since forming at the Royal Academy of Music in 2009 (where they finished their time as 2014/15 CAVATINA Chamber Music Fellows), the Artesian Quartet have established a growing reputation touring the UK and internationally. They were also the 2013/14 St Peter’s Prize Winner Quartet, 2014 Park Lane Group artists and one…
Brian Wilson, Jason Donovan, Craig Campbell, Killer Queen, Graeme of Thrones & Many More! MAY offers another action-packed programme at St David’s Hall with a magnificent mix of retro and modern entertainment. The month starts in style with the Welsh National Opera Orchestra (Sunday 1 May) performing Three, which includes the UK premières of a trio of exciting pieces and features the breathtaking Céline Forrest. The stunning soprano represented Wales last year in the BBC Cardiff Singer of the…
With Special Guests Mon Amie St David’s Hall Friday 6 May, 7.30pm LIMITED SEATS REMAINING! EIGHTIES pop icon Jason Donovan will perform classic album Ten Good Reasons in its entirety at St David’s Hall next Friday (6 May). Plus, if it that wasn’t enough incentive for fans of the Aussie star to rush to the Box Office, he’ll also be performing a greatest hits set! But hurry, only limited seats are now remaining! Jason initially…
An exciting new local choral force launches this week in style with an international celebrity performance! The ANGELICUS Chorale is an exciting new boutique choir for teenage girls born from the musical baton of legendary conductor John Hywel Williams and the creative energy of performance director Jeremy Hywel. Launching in style this weekend at Y Ffwrnes Theatre (Saturday 16 April), ANGELICUS will join forces with internationally renowned singer Lesley Garrett for their official launch performance which is a…
