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The Coliseum Theatre, Aberdare - 01685 881188

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.