Theatre

The Snowsmith is being shown at the Strand Hall in Builth Wells

12-year-old Edie Allpress leads team promoting theatre play in Builth Wells

Matt Gulliver (l) as Bob Cratchit and Rick Chaloner as Ebenezer Scrooge.

Matt Gulliver (l) as Bob Cratchit and Rick Chaloner as Ebenezer Scrooge.

Powys drama group brings Charles Dickens’ classic Christmas tale to life

Llandrindod Wells Theatre Company gave a 1940s performance to residents at a care home

Llandrindod Wells Theatre Company gave a 1940s performance to residents at a care home

Llandrindod Wells Theatre Company perform for Powys care home

Newtown Amateur Dramatics Society memories from the 1960s.

Newtown Amateur Dramatics Society memories from the 1960s.

Treading the boards with Newtown Amateur Dramatics Society players in the 1960s

Mid Powys Youth Theatre are organising the sessions

Mid Powys Youth Theatre are organising the sessions

Free drama workshops for children and teens coming to Powys

Brecon-based group Heritage Theatr Cymru won the Wales Award

Brecon-based group Heritage Theatr Cymru won the Wales Award

Award-winning Brecon-based theatre company celebrates success

Binderella will be performed across Wales

Binderella will be performed across Wales

Ragged Storytelling Collective tackle modern Welsh issues in unique style

A Python on the Prom, which hopes to raise funds for a statue of Monty Python's Terry Jones, was launched in Colwyn Bay by his children Bill and Sally Jones, Fellow Python's Michael Palin and Terry Gilliam and Dilwyn Price of Conwy Arts Trust.

A Python on the Prom, which hopes to raise funds for a statue of Monty Python's Terry Jones, was launched in Colwyn Bay by his children Bill and Sally Jones, Fellow Python's Michael Palin and Terry Gilliam and Dilwyn Price of Conwy Arts Trust.

Monty Python stars campaign for statue to former Llanidloes resident Terry Jones

Romeo and Juliet will be performed at the castle

Romeo and Juliet will be performed at the castle

Montgomery Castle hosts Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet performance this summer

Since 1987, MPYT has offered life-changing opportunities for local young people.

Since 1987, MPYT has offered life-changing opportunities for local young people.

Downton Abbey actor praises Powys theatre as it plans big future

The Albert Hall Theatre.

The Albert Hall Theatre.

Powys venue to host top choirs for a night of musical entertainment

Builth mayor Mark Hammond presents the award to Builth YFC members. Picture: Ted Edwards Photography.

Builth mayor Mark Hammond presents the award to Builth YFC members. Picture: Ted Edwards Photography.

Mayor's award for YFC club representing Powys and Wales at national final

Newtown Musical Theatre Company's latest production is based on the hit 1980s movie, Footloose.

Newtown Musical Theatre Company's latest production is based on the hit 1980s movie, Footloose.

Newtown musical theatre cast to perform 'Footloose' on stage

The Albert Hall Theatre in Llandrindod has received a cash injection of £60,000. Pic: assets.wales.com.

The Albert Hall Theatre in Llandrindod has received a cash injection of £60,000. Pic: assets.wales.com.

Powys theatre's 'game-changing' Arts Council of Wales grant for improvements

Join Past Souls Paranormal for a ghost hunt at the Albert Hall Theatre in Llandrindod Wells later this year.

Join Past Souls Paranormal for a ghost hunt at the Albert Hall Theatre in Llandrindod Wells later this year.

Join ghost hunters and venture into the paranormal at Powys theatre

The cast of Out Of Order which will be performed by Newtown Amateur Dramatics Society this month. Image: John Atkinson.

The cast of Out Of Order which will be performed by Newtown Amateur Dramatics Society this month. Image: John Atkinson.

Newtown Amateur Dramatics Society still treading the boards in 90th year

Impelo's 'Break Out! Breakin' session in Llandrindod.

Impelo's 'Break Out! Breakin' session in Llandrindod.

Loss of Powys dance charity would have 'devastating impact' on communities

Wyeside Arts Centre In Builth Wells - from Google Streetview.

Wyeside Arts Centre In Builth Wells - from Google Streetview.

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Letter: Only the public can help save beloved Powys arts centre from closure

The adult cast of Scrooge.

The adult cast of Scrooge.

Charles Dickens

Powys group to perform Charles Dickens Christmas classic, with a twist

The Cyw Christmas Show is coming to Newtown

The Cyw Christmas Show is coming to Newtown

Beloved children's TV programme coming to Newtown for Christmas shows

The cast of Out Of Order which will be performed by Newtown Amateur Dramatics Society this month.

The cast of Out Of Order which will be performed by Newtown Amateur Dramatics Society this month.

Stage almost set for Newtown drama group's new comedy production

Rory Evans and Matthew Davies backstage at Theatr Hafren

Rory Evans and Matthew Davies backstage at Theatr Hafren

Newtown legend Rory Evans raises thousands in first live theatre performance

'Brainstorm' by MPYT is on at Centre Celf in Llandrindod from November 2-4.

'Brainstorm' by MPYT is on at Centre Celf in Llandrindod from November 2-4.

Powys youth group to perform stage piece by London theatre company

The Wyeside Arts Centre.

The Wyeside Arts Centre.

Letter: Loss of arts venue would be a tragedy so a fundraising group could be formed

A lack of investment has staff at the Wyeside Arts Centre in Builth fearing it could be curtains for the popular cinema and theatre.

A lack of investment has staff at the Wyeside Arts Centre in Builth fearing it could be curtains for the popular cinema and theatre.

Powys entertainment venue fears it could close next year due to lack of funding

The Wye Kidz cast.

The Wye Kidz cast.

Roald Dahl's Matilda: The Musical coming to the stage thanks to Powys youths

Showstoppers comes to the Albert Hall Theatre on Friday and Saturday, October 6 and 7.

Showstoppers comes to the Albert Hall Theatre on Friday and Saturday, October 6 and 7.

Show-stopping West End musical extravaganza heading to Powys theatre

The Hafren theatre audience at first show in two years on March 5 2022 following coronavirus pandemic.

The Hafren theatre audience at first show in two years on March 5 2022 following coronavirus pandemic.

'Shock and disappointment' as Arts Council axes funding for Powys culture

Craig Williams meets Welsh legend Max Boyce at the Hafren Theatre in January. Picture by Phil Blagg.

Craig Williams meets Welsh legend Max Boyce at the Hafren Theatre in January. Picture by Phil Blagg.

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Politicians slam 'outrageous' funding cuts for Powys theatre and opera

The funny and touching musical is based on the 2010 film Made in Dagenham, which in turn centred around the true-life events of the Ford sewing machinists strike of 1968

The funny and touching musical is based on the 2010 film Made in Dagenham, which in turn centred around the true-life events of the Ford sewing machinists strike of 1968

Newtown musical theatre group scoops top national awards - as it plans next show

The iconic Albert Hall theatre in Llandrindod, which celebrated its 100th birthday in July

The iconic Albert Hall theatre in Llandrindod, which celebrated its 100th birthday in July

Powys theatre launches fundraiser allowing supporters to donate when they shop

Gerald Dickens will be bringing his one man show back to Llandrindod Wells

Gerald Dickens will be bringing his one man show back to Llandrindod Wells

Charles Dickens' descendant thrilled to be performing at Powys event

Newtown's Hafren Theatre.

Newtown's Hafren Theatre.

That'll Be The Day performance promises to be a fun night at Newtown theatre

Playwright Steve Orme (left) and director John Goodrum discuss the script of What’s Your Poison?

Playwright Steve Orme (left) and director John Goodrum discuss the script of What’s Your Poison?

New play about Britain's first serial killer to debut in Newtown

The Albert Hall turns 100-years-old this Thursday (July 20)

The Albert Hall turns 100-years-old this Thursday (July 20)

Famous Powys arts venue marks 100 years by launching community cinema

The Albert Hall in Llandrindod Wells

The Albert Hall in Llandrindod Wells

Celebrations as Llandrindod Wells' own iconic Albert Hall prepares for centenary

The cast of Addams Family Young@Part, made up of junior members of the Ah Players

The cast of Addams Family Young@Part, made up of junior members of the Ah Players

Young Powys actors tread the boards to raise £4k for theatre funds

Ysgol Gymraeg Y Trallwng were

Ysgol Gymraeg Y Trallwng were

Powys school's 'unbelievable' Urdd Eisteddfod performance is best in Wales

Llandrindod's Albert Hall theatre will host the all-Wales final

Llandrindod's Albert Hall theatre will host the all-Wales final

Powys amateur dramatic societies hoping to be named best in Wales

The Wyeside Arts Centre in Builth Wells

The Wyeside Arts Centre in Builth Wells

Beloved Powys venue hoping to attract sponsors to secure its future

The Addams Family Young@Part cast

The Addams Family Young@Part cast

Talented young Powys case take to stage for Addams Family musical

From left to right the tortoise and the hedgehog, the stars of the production.

From left to right the tortoise and the hedgehog, the stars of the production.

Heart-warming tale coming to Powys village next month

Peter Tobin, one of the UK's worst serial killers

Peter Tobin, one of the UK's worst serial killers

A chilling night at the theatre for Powys true crime fans

Stuart and Kate Richards in Bangladesh.

Stuart and Kate Richards in Bangladesh.

Murder mystery night as Forden couple raise funds for Bangladesh toilets

Rebecca Afonwy-Jones.

Rebecca Afonwy-Jones.

Powys opera singer to make her debut in Hansel and Gretel in Newtown

Theatre Hafren in Newtown.

Theatre Hafren in Newtown.

Tickets go up for sale ahead of annual YFC entertainment festival in Newtown

Baroness Olivia Bloomfield and Craig Williams MP for Montgomeryshire visited The Hafren, Newtown last Friday 27th January.
Pictured is Craig Williams, Baroness Olivia Bloomfield and Welsh comedian Max Boyce MBE.
Picture by Phil Blagg

Baroness Olivia Bloomfield and Craig Williams MP for Montgomeryshire visited The Hafren, Newtown last Friday 27th January.
Pictured is Craig Williams, Baroness Olivia Bloomfield and Welsh comedian Max Boyce MBE.
Picture by Phil Blagg

Powys MP and Baroness meet legendary Welsh performer on Hafren Theatre tour

Dress rehearsal for Ysgol Llanfyllin's Matilda.

Dress rehearsal for Ysgol Llanfyllin's Matilda.

More than 100 children to tread the boards for Powys school Matilda production

Rhayader Players

Rhayader Players

Pantomime season is returning to Powys town...oh yes it is!

Past performances from Radnor YFC entertainment week.

Past performances from Radnor YFC entertainment week.

Excitement builds ahead of welcome return of popular farmer drama

Much-loved story of Rapunzel, with a twist, coming to Powys town

Clockwise: Newtown and District Male Voice Choir, MA Stage School, Dai Robs, Harvey Challoner and Beth McCann.

Clockwise: Newtown and District Male Voice Choir, MA Stage School, Dai Robs, Harvey Challoner and Beth McCann.

Special 'one night only' fundraiser concert in Newtown almost sells out

Joseph and the Technicolor Dreamcoat. Picture: Ted Edwards Photography.

Joseph and the Technicolor Dreamcoat. Picture: Ted Edwards Photography.

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat production ends in Powys town

Builth YFC Old Stagers

Builth YFC Old Stagers

Farming theatre group set to make musical debut at Powys venue