At The Park & Dare Theatre
Station Road
Treorci
CF42 6NL
08000 147 111
www.rct-arts.co.uk

Thursday 16 September 8.00pm.
COMEDY IN THE LAUGHTER LOUNGE
Top notch comedy with some of the biggest and brightest rising comedians on the circuit.
Laugh? You'll snort like a pig!

Andrew O'Neill
Highly inventive and extremely funny, Andrew has risen like warm air in a comparatively cold room ever since his debut in 2002. He's done primetime comedy with Steve Coogan, dabbled in reality TV, and had dozens of sketches broadcast on Radio 1.

"so funny I put him in my new TV show" Steve Coogan

Warning Adult Material - Over 18's Only.
www.andrewoneill.co.uk
£8.00 Special Offer - Book all three comedy nights for £18.00 - saving you £6.00.
All tickets must be paid for in one transaction.

Saturday 18 September 3.00pm.
FIREMAN SAM

Live on stage in a brand new action- packed show.

There's never a quiet moment in Pontypandy with action and adventure as Sam takes to the stage with his friends in this colourful sing-along show.
Recommended for ages 3 - 7
£12.00, Children £11.00, Family Ticket £40.00

Tuesday 5 - Saturday 9 October 7.30pm. Friday 8 October 1.00pm.
Grassroots Productions and Rhondda Cynon Taf Theatres present
BARKIN'

A brand new black comedy written by and starring Frank Vickery.
Directed by Phil Clark

It's new. It's funny. It's poignant.

This tightly woven drama is a rich cocktail of pathos and humour, dark secrets and unrealised dreams.

Stevie has lived all her life with her domineering mother and feels trapped by the responsibility of caring for her, while her seemingly carefree brother is living life to the full. Now, has the day finally arrived when Stevie can, at last, experience the freedom she has yearned for? Or will she discover that things are not quite what they appear to be?

Barkin', Frank's first new play in over three years is an incisive, engaging, and darkly comic drama. Using his usual humour and realism, this black comedy explores issues that many of us can certainly identify with.

Audience members agree;

'very emotive, I wanted to know more from the very beginning.'

'moments of comedy intertwined with moments of drama - genius!'

Contains limited strong language (suggested age from 14+)

www.barkin2010.com

£10.50 Concessions £8.50. Special Offer - Two stalls tickets for £14.00 on Tuesday evening and on the matinee performance.

DAYTIME DELIGHTS
Lunchtime Concerts in the Lounge Bar
Fridays: 15 October, 19 November and 10 December at 1.00pm.
Indulge in a delicious cake and a cup of tea while enjoying music and sing-along songs from fantastic Welsh musicians.
£4.00

Tuesday 19 October 8.00pm.
NILS LOFGREN ACOUSTIC DUO
Legendary American songwriter, virtuoso guitarist and pianist, Nils Lofgren is back in the UK for a rare tour. He's famed for his appearance on Neil Young's seminal album 'After The Goldrush', as a long-time member of Bruce Springsteen's E-Street band and as a superb front-man himself, both with Grin and under his own name.

Tonight he performs an intimate acoustic set, expect Lofgren classics such as 'Take You to the Movies', 'Back it up', 'Keith Don't Go' and many others from his vast back catalogue. A superb evening in store. www.nilslofgren.com.

£28.50 & £25.00
Buy a ticket for Nils and save a bundle on more music events with the where Good Music Matters mini-music bundle.

Where Good Music Matters mini-music bundle

Create your own ticket bundle and save a mint on your music! You can make a saving of up to £10.50 per mini-music bundle, depending on how many gigs you book for!

How does the bundle work? Buy a full price ticket(s) for Nils Lofgren at The Park & Dare
on Tuesday 19 October (£28.50 or £25.00) and buy the same number of tickets for 1, 2 or all of the following 3 gigs for a discounted price:

Leddra Chapman at The Muni on Friday 1 October £7.50 per ticket instead of £10.00

King King in The P&D Blues Lounge on Thursday 18 November £8.50 per ticket instead of £12.50

Sara Watkins (of Nickel Creek) at The Muni on Friday 5 November £8.50 per ticket instead of £12.50

The Boring but Important Stuff…!

All tickets must be paid for at the same time - as a single transaction.

The number of tickets bought for Nils Lofgren and the discounted tickets must match - eg, buy 2 tickets for Nils, means you can buy up to 2 discounted tickets for Leddra Chapman, King King and/or Sara Watkins.

Cannot be used in conjunction with any other ticket discount or concession. Not available on-line, please call 08000 147 111 to book. We reserve the right to withdraw this offer at any time, without prior notice.

Wednesday 20 October 7.30pm.
Independent Ballet Wales present
THE LADY OF THE LAKE.
Critics Circle Award winning company Independent Ballet Wales present a new and breathtaking version of the most famous Welsh folk tale of them all, the Lady of Llyn y Fan Fach, the fairy bride lured from her underwater home to become a farmer's wife on the Brecon Beacons.

Featuring stunning costumes, breathtaking choreography and heartbreaking passion.

www.welshballet.co.uk
Circle £10.00 Concessions £9.00, Stalls £9.00 Concessions £8.00. Children £7.00

Thursday 21 October 8.00pm.
COMEDY IN THE LAUGHTER LOUNGE
Join us once a month in the intimate setting of the Laughter Lounge for some top notch comedy with some of the biggest and brightest rising comedians on the circuit.
Laugh? You'll snort like a pig!

Trevor Lock
Known to millions as 'Cocky Locky' from Russell Brand's chart topping BBC Radio show, and starring in Channel 4's Bafta nominated and British Comedy Award winning Star Stories, Trevor is one of the most original acts in comedy. His unique brand of high energy stand up has earned him a place supporting both Stewart Lee and Russell Brand on their UK tours.

'Hilarious' - TimeOut

Warning Adult Material - Over 18's Only.
www.trevorlock.org
£8.00

£8.00 Special Offer - Book all three comedy nights for £18.00 - saving you £6.00.
All tickets must be paid for in one transaction.

Thursday 28 October 7.30pm.
DEKERK ACORAH
The star of Living TV's Most Haunted and most recently Sky Real Lives, Derek Acorah brings his hugely entertaining evening to The Park & Dare by popular demand. Wherever he appears his shows are sell-outs, so book early to avoid disappointment.

An evening with Derek Acorah is experimental/investigational. There are no guaranteed or certain results and the show is for the purposes of amusement/entertainment.
£16.50

Tonypandy 1910 - 2010

The Tonypandy Riots were a culmination of some of the most significant industrial confrontations in Welsh history. 2010 marks the centenary of these riots and to commemorate this anniversary, a wealth of events are happening in Rhondda Cynon Taf. Ranging from lectures to family history days, tea dances to plays and culminating with a big open air event in Tonypandy itself, there's something for everyone!

For more information go to www.tonypandy2010.com

Tuesday 2 & Wednesday 3 November 1.00pm & 7.30pm.
BROKEN PEACE / NI DDAW HEDDWCH
With Martyn Joseph
Tonypandy 1910 - 2010
Who were the people from our Valleys who struggled through unimaginable hardship with courage, strength, and typical Welsh humour? What were their lives like during this struggle and how does that resonate with us today?

Do you recognise any faces in the crowd in the old photographs? What stories have been told and pictures handed down through the generations?

This period in time within the Rhondda Valleys may have culminated in the riotous events in 1910, but this unique live music event is more than just remembering a single day…

It's an insight into the thoughts, emotions, fears and strengths of the people of the Valleys, via songs written especially for this music event by internationally acclaimed award-winning Welsh singer-songwriter Martyn Joseph.

One of acoustic music's most arresting artists, Martyn will be joined by students from Tonypandy Community College and Ysgol Gyfun Y Cymer, who will be contributing compositions and musical accompaniment guided by MD Andrew Griffiths.

As well as performing the debut of his new music, Martyn will completely enthral you with a collection of his popular songs from his outstanding 30 year career.

Evening Performance- £7.50 Concessions £5.50.
Matinee performance -School Groups £3.00 per pupil with accompanying teachers FREE. All other tickets £5.50.
Special Offer - £15.00 ticket includes free copy of the Tonypandy CD.

Broken Peace/Ni Ddaw Heddwch is an RCT Cultural Services and RCT Music Service Co-production: An AOC production

Who is the amazing Martyn Joseph?

Martyn Joseph is a performer like no other.

"One of the most charismatic and electrifying performers in Britain today...tough and passionate"
Tom Robinson BBC 6 music

Shades of Springsteen, Knopfler and Dave Matthews there may be - but he stands in his own right, built on a reputation for giving what thousands have described as the best live music experience of their lives.

Martyn`s 30 year career has embraced some notable achievements including 5 Top 50 UK chart positions, with such songs as Dolphins Make Me Cry, Working Mother and Let`s Talk About it in the Morning, and appearances and tours with, amongst others, Suzanne Vega, Marc Cohn, Joan Armatrading, Clannad, Chris de Burgh, Art Garfunkel, Jools Holland and Celine Dion. He has won fans everywhere with his uncanny fusion of material -feisty, pull no punches big issue numbers alongside stripped bare love songs.

Always charming, sometimes alarming, Martyn Joseph is a unique songwriter who delivers an ultimate, life affirming message.

"One of acoustic music's most original voices, and most forward looking of his generation of singer-songwriters"Q Magazine

One of the most compelling live performers you are ever likely to encounter delivers this one-off, totally engaging music event.

Thursday 18 November 8.00pm.
KING KING featuring Alan Nimmo
In The Blues Lounge
Softly softly" is not a maxim that King King are familiar with. Since surging into life last year they have barely stopped for breath, and their electrifying sound and scorching live shows have generated more of a thunderous roar than a buzz.
This is a band which knows how to make an entrance. Fronted by charismatic bluesman Alan Nimmo, their exhilarating debut at last year's Monaghan Blues Festival created such a stir that it prompted organiser Somhairle MacConghail to declare: "King King aren't just playing the festival. Word is that King King ARE the festival".

www.kingkingblues.com

£12.50. Blues Club Members £9.50.

Part of the Where Good Music Matters mini-music bundle - Create your own ticket bundle and save a mint on your music. Full details of how this package works on page 37

Thursday 9 December 7.30pm.
MAGIC OF MOTOWN
Direct from the USA. . . The Reach Out Tour
Live on stage it's the music of the Temptations, Diana Ross & The Supremes, Four Tops, Stevie Wonder, Jackson 5, Marvin Gaye, Lionel Richie, Martha Reeves & scores more.
The best live Motown tribute concert show boasts: a superbly-choreographed cast, 36 million-selling hits and dozens of dazzling costume changes. That authentic Detroit sound includes all-time-favourites like: Stop in the Name of Love; Get Ready; I Want You Back; I Heard it Through the Grapevine & more.
www.easytheatres.com
£15.00 Early Bird Tickets £12.50

Saturday 11 December 8.00pm.
MADDY PRIOR & THE CARNIVAL BAND
Carols and Capers 2010
Some forty years from her emergence on the folk circuit, Maddy is still one of the most enduring, influential and respected artists in British music. Her Christmas tours with the Carnival Band have become something of a legend, delighting audiences with their breathtaking mixture of modern and ancient seasonal songs and carols.

"Maddy's voice is clear as a bell. It actually sounds as if there's a celebration going on" The Guardian
www.maddyprior.co.uk
£18.50 Early Bird Tickets £15.00

Thursday 16 December 8.0pm.
COMEDY IN THE LAUGHTER LOUNGE
Join us once a month in the intimate setting of the Laughter Lounge for some top notch comedy with some of the biggest and brightest rising comedians on the circuit.
Laugh? You'll snort like a pig!

Henry Paker
Award-winning stand-up from the surrealist comedian who also draws cartoons and has written a book, Don't Arm Wrestle a Pirate, which was featured on the Richard and Judy Book Club for Christmas 2007.

Henry Paker delivers a mightily impressive set that is rarely less than superb… The man will be a star." Chortle

Warning Adult Material - Over 18's Only.

£8.00

£8.00 Special Offer - Book all three comedy nights for £18.00 - saving you £6.00.
All tickets must be paid for in one transaction.

DICK WHITTINGTON
Starring Owen Money as Billy
An OMTC and RCT Theatres Co-production
Join Dick and his famous feline friend, on their wondrous adventures which take them from the Gloucester countryside to the high seas to mystical islands and ancient treasure. But watch out for the rotten revolting rodent, King Rat he is pantomime's most evil villain. Can Dick defeat King Rat? Can he find the treasure and win the hand of his one true love?

There is only one way to find out. Join us for one of the most exciting pantomime adventures featuring all the ingredients you have come to know and love from our traditional panto - marvellous music, cracking costumes, fun, laughter and loads of audience participation.

This is one Pantomime voyage you cannot afford to miss!

Thursday 30 December 7.00pm.
Friday 31 December, Saturday 1 & Saturday 8 January 2.00pm.
Sunday 2 January 5.30pm.
Tuesday 4 January 12.30pm.
Wednesday 5 - Friday 7 January 9.45am & 12.30pm.

Tickets cost £13.50 Concessions £9.50 Family Ticket £40.00. School Groups £6.00 for each pupil with accompanying teachers FREE.

Supported by the Welsh Assembly Government and The arts Council of Wales through the Arts Outside Cardiff

At The Coliseum
Mount Pleasant Street
Trecynon
Aberdare CF44 8NG
08000 147 111 www.rct-arts.co.uk

Tuesday 12 - Saturday 16 October 7.30pm.plus Thursday matinee at 1.00pm
Grassroots Productions and Rhondda Cynon Taf Theatres present
BARKIN'

A brand new black comedy written by and starring Frank Vickery.
Directed by Phil Clark

It's new. It's funny. It's poignant.

This tightly woven drama is a rich cocktail of pathos and humour, dark secrets and unrealised dreams.

Stevie has lived all her life with her domineering mother and feels trapped by the responsibility of caring for her, while her seemingly carefree brother is living life to the full. Now, has the day finally arrived when Stevie can, at last, experience the freedom she has yearned for? Or will she discover that things are not quite what they appear to be?

Barkin', Frank's first new play in over three years is an incisive, engaging, and darkly comic drama. Using his usual humour and realism, this black comedy explores issues that many of us can certainly identify with.

Audience members agree;

'very emotive, I wanted to know more from the very beginning.'

'moments of comedy intertwined with moments of drama - genius!'

Contains limited strong language (suggested age from 14+)

www.barkin2010.com

£10.50 Concessions £8.50. Special Offer - Two stalls tickets for £14.00 on Tuesday evening and on the matinee performance.

Friday 22 October 8.00pm.
CHRIS ADDISON
At last! Mr. Chris Addison off Bafta Award-winning comedy The Thick of It, In The Loop, Skins and Lab Rats is back with a brand new show of his critically acclaimed stand-up. Daftness! Whimsy! Jokes! Lies! Smartarsery! Flapping about! All present and correct.

"The best stand-up I've seen." The Observer

"He's brilliant. No question." The Times

"Downright hilarious. His stories reduced a packed crowd to tears of helpless laughter."
The Sunday Times

Warning Adult Material - Over 18's Only.
£17.50

Thursday 28 October 8.00pm
MARY CHAPIN CARPENTER
Plus Tift Merritt
Exclusive Welsh Gig.
By capturing in song moments from life and presenting them in a way that makes them universal, this multiple Grammy award-winning iconic American singer/songwriter has sold over 13 million records and boasts 12 top 10 singles.
A combination of country, folk, rock, and blues, Carpenter's music defies easy categorisation and she has been compared to other indefinable artists such as Rosanne Cash and Nanci Griffith.
Her eagerly awaited new album "The Age of Miracles" was released in April, 2010 and this rare UK tour is a chance to hear such classics as "Passionate Kisses" and "He Thinks He'll Keep Her" which was nominated for a Record of the Year Grammy.
www.marychapincarpenter.com

£25.00 in advance. £27.50 on the door.

Saturday 30 October 11.00am & 2.00pm
SHOW ME CHRIS AND PUI
CBeebies' favourite double-act Chris and Pui are coming to town!

Fresh from their hit show Show Me, Show Me, they invite you to join them for lots of fun and giggles.

Chris Jarvis and Pui Fan Lee have been the main faces on CBeebies since it started and remain top of the tots with their new high rating show shown every weekday on CBeebies.

Now you can finally meet them in their fabulous new show packed with fantastic songs, games and a few surprises along the way.
£12.00 Concessions £9.50 Family Ticket £35.00

Wednesday 3 November 7.30pm
Rudolf Nureyev Russian State Ballet Academy presents the premiere UK Tour of
SWAN LAKE.

This prestigious Ballet Academy is named after the legendary ballet dancer Nureyev, star of the London Royal Ballet for over fifteen years. Known for his consummate professionalism and self devotion, his academy is now regarded as one of the world's best choreographic schools.

This enchanting fairy-tale has the magical combination of Tchaikovsky's music, a compelling story of tragic romance and mesmerising choreography. With sumptuous costumes, lavish sets and spell-binding dance Swan Lake is considered to be one of the greatest classical ballets of all time.
£18.00 Concessions £16.50

Friday 12 November 7.30pm.
London Classic Theatre present
THE CARTAKER
by Harold Pinter

Davies, an elderly drifter, is given shelter by the kindly but vulnerable Aston. He quickly makes himself at home in the squalid, junk-filled attic, but an uneasy peace is fractured by the arrival of Mick, Aston's quick-witted, streetwise younger brother. As the shadows lengthen and the three men reveal more about the past and themselves, a battle of wits begins that will have irrevocable consequences for them all.

A landmark of twentieth century theatre Pinter's compelling study of loneliness and power games still has the capacity to amuse, shock and fascinate.

"One of the 20th century's great plays, a tragic comedy of stunning individuality" Daily Mail

Recommended for ages 14 and over.
www.londonclassictheatre.co.uk

£12.00 Concessions £10.00 Early Bird Ticket £7.00

Friday 26 November 7.30pm.
ROCK'N'ROLL PARADISE

Elvis Presley, Buddy Holly, Jerry Lee Lewis, Roy Orbison, Eddie Cochran and the Big Bopper are all stunningly brought back to life in this rock'n'roller-coaster of a show. Brilliant vocalists backed by a superb band will have you up on your feet bopping in the aisles. Rock your socks off to the best rock 'n' roll show - it'll be a night you'll never forget!
£15.00

DICK WHITINGTON
Starring Owen Money as Billy
An OMTC and RCT Theatres Co-production
Join Dick and his famous feline friend, on their wondrous adventures which take them from the Gloucester countryside to the high seas to mystical islands and ancient treasure. But watch out for the rotten revolting rodent, King Rat he is pantomime's most evil villain. Can Dick defeat King Rat? Can he find the treasure and win the hand of his one true love?

There is only one way to find out. Join us for one of the most exciting pantomime adventures featuring all the ingredients you have come to know and love from our traditional panto - marvellous music, cracking costumes, fun, laughter and loads of audience participation.

This is one Pantomime voyage you cannot afford to miss!

Friday 3 & Friday 10 December 7.00pm.
Saturday 4, Saturday 11 & Sunday 12 December 2.00pm.
Saturday 11 & Sunday 5 December 5.30pm.
Monday 6 - Friday 10 December 9.45am & 12.30pm.

Tickets £13.50 Concessions £9.50 Family Ticket £40.00. School Groups £6.00 per pupil with accompanying teachers FREE

Supported by the Welsh Assembly Government and The arts Council of Wales through the Arts Outside Cardiff Scheme.

At The Muni Arts Centre
Gelliwastad Road
Pontypridd
CF37 2DP
08000 147 111 www.rct-arts.co.uk

Saturday 11 September 7.30pm.
SONIG LIVE!
Presented by SONIG Youth Music Industry in partnership with The Muni Arts Centre

Hugely successful gigs featuring the very best hot new acts from the emerging Welsh music scene, supported by the Muni Young Promoters Team. Tonight's line up includes
The Guns,
Straight Lines
and Hey!Tonight

£6.00
ID will be asked for upon entry.
12 - 14 year olds MUST be accompanied by an adult over the age of 21.

Friday 1 October 8.00pm
LEDDRA CHAPMAN
Cabaret Style Seating
With soulful and honest lyrics that come straight from the heart, a crystal clear voice, highly accomplished guitar and piano playing and a batch of the most thoughtful, beautiful and catchy songs, Leddra is truly one of the most gifted young songwriters in Britain today. Having worked on her own unique sound with an impressive list of producers and songwriters she has just released her debut album 'Telling Tales' to much critical acclaim.

"Leddra Chapman is the owner of a beautiful voice. It has a clear, pure tone, capable of delivering both dusky softness and considerable power…delivering pitch-perfect acoustic pop with strong backing from a band of double bass, guitar, drums and violin" The Independent
£10.00 or £7.50 if bought as part of the Where Good Music Matters mini-music bundle.

Part of the Where Good Music Matters mini-music bundle - Create your own ticket bundle and save a mint on your music.

Wednesday 6 October 7.30pm.
Hit Me! The Life and Rhymes of Ian Dury
by Jeff Merrifield
This warts-and-all portrait of the Blockheads' lead singer tours direct from its second West End season, exploring the highs and lows of Ian Dury's extraordinary career and inspirational life story. Featuring many of his best songs performed live, including Hit Me With Your Rhythm Stick and Reasons To Be Cheerful.
'Spot-on live renditions of Dury's late-70s hits.' Time Out Critics Choice (4 stars)
'A bracing blast of pop's Noel Coward. Compelling.' Daily Telegraph
www.hitmetour.com

Recommended Age 16+
£11.50 Early Bird Tickets £8.50.

Thursday 7 October 8.00pm
GENTICORUM
Cabaret Style Seating
This Quebecois trio played at the Muni Arts Centre in 2008 and while they were relatively unknown to most, they were a smash hit.

Since then they have become one of the most sought-after exponents of Quebecois musical culture. Firmly rooted in the soil of their native land, this energetic and original power trio also incorporate the dynamism of contemporary North American and European folk cultures into their music. They weave precise and intricate fiddle and flute work, gorgeous vocal harmonies, energetic foot percussion, and guitar and bass accompaniment into a jubilant musical feast.

www.genticorum.com

£11.50 Early Bird Ticket £8.50.

Friday 8 October 8.00pm.
SHAPPI KHORSANDI & JON RICHARDSON
Cabaret Style Seating

Shappi Khorsandi - The Distracted Activist

Star of BBC One's 'Live at the Apollo' and 'Michael McIntyre's Comedy Roadshow' Shappi tells her true story about fleeing Tehran and being a refugee in London in her brilliantly intelligent and funny show.

' fast emerging as one of the best comics in the UK, full stop.' Chortle

'Whip-crack jokes' Sunday Times

Jon Richardson - The Guy At Night
Jon Richardson is one of the most in-demand young artists on the UK comedy circuit today. He currently hosts the Sunday mid-morning show on BBC6 Music where his unique presenting style has won him thousands of loyal weekly listeners.

"Jon is in line to become the next stand-up star" Bristol Evening Post
Warning Adult Material - Over 18's Only.
£13.00

Saturday 9 October 7.30pm.
THE MAGIC OF THE BEATLES

Join the magical, musical, 50th anniversary tour as the world celebrates 50 golden years of The Beatles.

Stars of the lavish, brand-new production not only look and sound like John, Paul, George and Ringo, they generate the incredible excitement (not to mention that unique sense of humour) which made the Fab Four's amazing live performances events that changed the world of rock music forever.

Come together for a musical tour that takes audiences from the group's Mop Top roots to the psychadelia of Sgt Pepper and beyond. . . from Love Me Do to Let It Be.

www.easytheatres.com
£15.50 Concessions £14.50.

Tuesday 12 October 8.00pm.
CHERRYHOLMES
Plus Christopher Rees
Cabaret Style Seating
Rhondda Cynon Taf Theatres / Asgard Co-production

The "first family of Bluegrass" have taken the music world by storm. Already garlanded with awards from the International Bluegrass Music Association and Grammy nominations this highly talented six piece family band combine musical virtuosity with spine tingling harmonies. Their live shows are dazzling, with twin fiddles, Irish step-dancing, classic country yodelling, old-time claw-hammer banjo and even some soulful gospel singing in addition to their dynamic bluegrass. Wonderful stuff.

Special guest is Christopher Rees whose fourth album "Devil's Bridge" won widespread critical acclaim. Mojo magazine said "A spit and sawdust holler that's as close to a Southern hell-fire preacher as you can get hailing from Cardiff. Very, very good."

www.cherryholmes.com www.christopherrees.com

Supported by the Welsh Assembly Government and the Arts Council of Wales through the Arts Outside Cardiff Scheme and an Arts Council of Wales Lottery Award

£14.50 Early Bird Ticket £11.50.

Tuesday 26 October 2.00pm.
POTTED PIRATES.
Written by Daniel Clarkson and Jefferson Turner

Directed and co-written by Richard Hurst

Following the hilarious success of Potted Potter, CBBC presenters Dan and Jeff return to the stage with this brand new compressed caper. In search of talking parrots and mysterious buried treasure, they're swapping wizards for walking the plank and trading Hogwarts for the high seas.

A show for everyone aged 6 and above - even those who don't know their skull and crossbones from their pieces of eight.

Recommended for ages 6 and over.
'Inventive, daft fun for all the family.' The Guardian

£8.50 Early Bird Tickets £5.50

Thursday 28 October 8.00pm.

CHRIS CORCORAN'S HALLOWEEN COMMITTEE MEETING.
Plus brilliant stand up guest to be announced.

It's Halloween on Sunday so come along and help Chairman Chris Corcoran and Rex the Caretaker decide whether the Club should ban it. And if it is banned, what the best way is to get dried egg off the window sills.

The Club Choir will be there and there will be a prize (bought by Rex) for the committee member in the best fancy dress outfit!

Plus Apple Bobbing!*

*subject to Health and Safety Assessment."

Warning Adult Material - Over 18's Only.

£10.50

Saturday 30 October 6.15pm
MAKE iT LIVE BAND NIGHT
A fantastic night of music from young up-and-coming new stars including Nothing New, Ladies Love a Superhero, Dead End, Sweet Manics, As Dreams Fail, James Saunders (acoustic) plus more acts to be confirmed.
For ages 14 and over.
£5.00

Thursday 4 November 8.00pm.
MONSTERS OF BRITISH ROCK
Six of the UK's most highly-esteemed and experienced rock musicians have joined forces to create Monsters of British Rock! Original Whitesnake members Micky Moody and Neil Murray have teamed up with Laurie Wisefield (Wishbone Ash), Harry James (Thunder), Chris Ousey (Heartland) and Michael Bramwell (We Will Rock You) to bring you classic twin-guitar based rock as it should be played.

Playing classic rock songs that they helped create, such as Whitesnake's Here I Go Again, Fool For Your Loving, Don't Break My Heart Again, Ready An' Willing and Ain't No Love In The Heart Of The City, together with other hits from the band members' back catalogue, Monsters of British Rock are the genuine article.

This is one Monster of a rock band!

£15.50 in advance, £18.00 on the door.

Friday 5 November 8.00pm.
SARA WATKINS (of Nickel Creek).
Plus Sean Watkins.
Special Guests The Carrivick Sisters.
Cabaret style Seating
Best known as a founding member of the Grammy award-winning, critically acclaimed and platinum-selling band Nickel Creek, Sara Watkins, singer/songwriter and fiddle player, steps out with a confident stride releasing her debut solo album, (produced Led Zeppelin's John Paul Jones) and now performing some eagerly anticipated live gigs.

Blending country, bluegrass, and folk music in an undeniably soulful melange, she has fresh sound; her melodies are complex and addictive, with foot stomping rhythms and delicate vocals.

www.sarawatkins.com.
£12.50 Early Bird Ticket £9.50.

Part of the Where Good Music Matters mini-music bundle - Create your own ticket bundle and save a mint on your music. Full details of how this package works on page 37.

Saturday 6 November 7.30pm.
Black RAT Productions in Association with Blackwood Miners' Institute presents
BOUNCERS
by John Godber
Starring Mike Doyle
With: Richard Tunley, Gareth Bale & Sam Davies.
This topically updated, dynamic version of the well-loved classic, featuring a brilliant cast of some of Wales' finest comedy actors, led by Mike Doyle as Lucky Eric, is a non-stop comedy feast.

Meet Les, Judd, Ralph and Lucky Eric, the bouncers at a local nightclub, as they prepare for the onslaught of a Friday night's debauchery. Lads are on the pull, girls are on the razzle and the beer is flowing free. What follows is a theatrical treat as the four bouncers play ALL the characters with hysterical consequences.

'Bouncers is more than trip to the theatre. It's an experience, and a bloody good night out!'

Age Guidance of 14+ - Contains strong language.

www.blackratproductions.co.uk

£10.50 Early Bird £8.50
Tuesday 9 - Saturday 13 November 7.30pm, plus Wednesday matinee at 1.00pm.
Grassroots Productions and Rhondda Cynon Taf Theatres present
BARKIN'

A brand new black comedy written by and starring Frank Vickery.
Directed by Phil Clark

It's new. It's funny. It's poignant.

This tightly woven drama is a rich cocktail of pathos and humour, dark secrets and unrealised dreams.

Stevie has lived all her life with her domineering mother and feels trapped by the responsibility of caring for her, while her seemingly carefree brother is living life to the full. Now, has the day finally arrived when Stevie can, at last, experience the freedom she has yearned for? Or will she discover that things are not quite what they appear to be?

Barkin', Frank's first new play in over three years is an incisive, engaging, and darkly comic drama. Using his usual humour and realism, this black comedy explores issues that many of us can certainly identify with.

Audience members agree;

'very emotive, I wanted to know more from the very beginning.'

'moments of comedy intertwined with moments of drama - genius!'

Contains limited strong language (suggested age from 14+)

www.barkin2010.com

£10.50 Concessions £8.50. Special Offer - Two stalls tickets for £14.00 on Tuesday evening and on the matinee performance.

Thursday 11 November 8.00pm.
GWENAN GIBBARD & RACHEL HAIR
An Evening of Celtic Harp in the Circle Gallery
Gwenan is at the forefront of the Welsh traditional harp scene both as a consummate player and a delightful singer. Expect rhythmic and vibrant dance tunes, gypsy music, and both lively and hauntingly beautiful folk songs, the perfect showcase of Welsh traditional music at its best

With her eclectic mix of traditional and contemporary Scottish and Irish music, as well as original music, celtic harpist Rachel Hair has been described as, 'one of the most innovative young musicians to have emerged over the last few years.' (Irish Music Review).
www.gwenangibbard.com www.rachelhair.co.uk.
£10.00 Concessions £6.00

Dydd Mercher 24 & Dydd Iau 25 Tachwedd 10.00am & 1.00pm. Dydd Gwener 26 Tachwedd 10.00am, 1.00pm & 6.30pm.
Cynhyrchiad ar y cyd a Theatrau Rhondda Cynon Taff a Cwmni Martyn Geraint.
MARTYN A'R LAMP HUDOL
Yn dilyn llwyddiant ysgubol panto y Losin Hud llynedd, mae ffefryn y plant o S4C Martyn Geraint yn ôl gyda rhagor o hwyl a chwerthin yn y panto Cymraeg unigryw yma. Ymunwch â Martin a chast llawn gan gynnwys Ieuan Rhys wrth iddyn nhw deithio hyd a lled y wlad yn y panto llawn lliw a hwyl yma. Bydd y canu yn morio, y dwli'n ddi-ben-draw a digonedd o gyfle i'r gynulleidfa gymryd rhan.

£10.00 Gostyngiadau £8.00. Tocynnau Cyw £7.00

£7.00 pob plentyn . Os yw oedolion yn dod i'r sioe ysgolion yna mi fydd rhaid talu yr un pris.
£6.00 Os ydy'r ysgolion yn talu erbyn 22/10/10.

Saturday 27 November 7.30pm.
SONIG LIVE!
Line up to be announced.
Presented by SONIG Youth Music Industry in partnership with The Muni Arts Centre
Hugely successful gigs featuring the very best hot new acts from the emerging Welsh music scene, supported by the Muni Young Promoters Team.

£6.00 ID will be asked for upon entry. 12 - 14 year olds MUST be accompanied by an adult over the age of 21.

Wednesday 8 December 1.00pm & 7.00pm.
THE SIREN SISTERS AT CHRISTMAS
A real treat for Christmas! This fabulous 1940's close harmony singing trio are ready to whisk you away to another time with music by such greats as The Glenn Miller Band, Vera Lynn, The Andrews Sisters and Bing Crosby
£6.00 Concessions £5.00. A ticket for the matinee performance includes tea/coffee and a cake.

DICK WHITINGTON
Starring Owen Money as Billy
An OMTC and RCT Theatres Co-production
Join Dick and his famous feline friend, on their wondrous adventures which take them from the Gloucester countryside to the high seas to mystical islands and ancient treasure. But watch out f the rotten revolting rodent, King Rat he is pantomime's most evil villain. Can Dick defeat King Rat? Can he find the treasure and win the hand of his one true love?

There is only one way to find out. Join us for one of the most exciting pantomime adventures featuring all the ingredients you have come to know and love from our traditional panto - marvellous music, cracking costumes, fun, laughter and loads of audience participation.

This is one Pantomime voyage you cannot afford to miss!

Tuesday 14 - Thursday 16 December 9.45am & 12.30pm.

Friday 17 December 9.45am & 7.00pm.

Saturday 18 December 2.00pm & 5.30pm.
Sunday 19 & Sunday 26 December 5.30pm.
Monday 20 - Thursday 23 December 2.00pm & 7.00pm.
Friday 24 December 11.00am & 3.00pm.
Monday 27 & Tuesday 28 December 2.00pm.

Tickets £13.50 Concessions £9.50 Family Ticket £40.00. School Groups £6.00 per pupil with accompanying teachers FREE