Friday, February 5
* WYRD SISTERS, new Castaway Community Theatre production of the Terry Prachett comedy fantasy at ABERYSTWYTH Arts Centre at 7.30pm tonight and Saturday February 6.
* WINTER WARMERS, exhibition of English crafts on until the end of the month at The Gallery, BISHOPS CASTLE.
* FORM & MOVEMENT, new works Spring Cleaners life size 'companion' figures painted on and cut out of board by Euryl Stevens have waltzed into the group exhibition on at the Maesmawr Art Gallery, CAERSWS, comprising over 100 sculptures, paintings, prints, ceramics, textiles and glass works by more than 20 professional local artists exhibition. Open Thursday to Sunday 11am to 4pm.
* THE OLD WOMAN WHO LIVED IN A SHOE, postponed local pantomime at LLANIDLOES Community Centre, tonight and on Saturday, February 6. Contact Tony Orme on 01686 430707.
* EMBER, internationally acclaimed acoustic folk/roots Machynlleth-based female duo, live at the Stag Inn, LLANIDLOES, from 9pm.
* THE PIED PIPER OF HAMELIN, Tanat Theatre Company’s pantomime production at LLANRHAEADR YM MOCHNANT Village Hall, tonight and on Saturday February 6, with Will Furguson as the Piper, Sophie Missen as principal boy Peter, Annie Guiler as principal girl Alice, Tony Sadler as the Mayor, and Phil Ty Mawr as the dame Lotty.
* MURDER MYSTERY, evening hosted at Plas Dolguog Hotel, MACHYNLLETH, in aid of Diabetes UK Cymru. The event, which is being held from 7pm until midnight, includes a three course meal with tickets available on 029 2066 8276 or email wales@diabetes.org.uk.
* MUSEUM OF MODERN ART WALES, new exhibitions feature works by Peter Rossiter and the Cambrian Arts Society’s annual exhibition on until February 20; and The Circle Squared by Antonia Spowers and Bill Swann until February 27, at MACHYNLLETH.
* STRING THING, at the Lowfield Inn, MARTON.
* ACTIONS SPEAK LOUDER, Coleg Powys Performing Arts students evening of inspiring dance, innovative choreography and physical theatre, at Theatr Hafren, NEWTOWN, at 1.15pm and 7.30pm today.
* COLOUR SUNDAY, popular local band with new EP Create the Space playing at The Exchange, NEWTOWN, with support by Dai Robs. Free admission.
* MALTHOUSE GALLERY, exhibition at the OSWESTRY venue with over 15 leading artists from across the region showcasing work.
* STEPHEN HOLLINGHURST, portrays Matt Munro and Mark Parchment from The Driffters, at PRESTEIGNE Royal British Legion Club.
* RHAYADER MUSEUM & GALLERY, new pictures of the Holy Wells of Wales, by south Wales photographer Phil Cope, on until April 12.
Due to bad weather the performance of Holy Wells...on the road was postponed. The evening of inspiring stories, myths and poems on the fascinating subject of the Holy Wells of Wales, with Phil Cope accompanied by guitarist Carlton Bunce, will now take place on Saturday February 20.
* BUDDY HOLLY & THE CRICKETERS, the longest running and greatest Holly tribute show, at Theatre Severn, SHREWSBURY.
Saturday, February 6
* AN EVENING WITH PETER KARRIE & FRIENDS, international star of such musicals as The Phantom of the Opera, Peter’s live show showcases his musical theatre career. tonight at Wyeside Arts Centre, BUILTH WELLS. The show will also feature soaring duets with both his leading lady, the multi-talented Kate Quinnell and his Live & Dangerous BBC Wales accompanist, John Quirk.
Should anyone fancy getting up to join Peter on stage for a number (and to win a prize), then call the Box Office on 01982 552555 and register your name for the ‘In the Spotlight’ challenge. To share a celebration or dedicate a song to someone special, let Wyeside know on the night.
* FOLK CLUB, last of short series upstairs at LLANDINAM Village Hall sees Never Mind the Bocs, an exciting three piece from North Wales led by Neil and Meg Browning with their new interpretations of Welsh tunes and songs. The evening will also feature the Llandinam Village Band as resident musicians led by Rees Wesson, and the occasional additional contribution.
The evening is supported by the Arts Council of Wales Night Out scheme. For more information contact Philip Freeman on 01686 688102
* DERVISH, the Irish folk supergroup celebrating their 21st year with vocalist Cathy Jordan, at Theatr Hafren, NEWTOWN.
* ORIEL DAVIES GALLERY, opening of two new exhibitions at the NEWTOWN venue from 6pm today featuring The Scenery is Very Wonderful. The Weather is Good by Stuart Whipps, and Afield and Louphole works by Simon Whitehead, part of a series of concurrent exhibitions and events exploring mankind’s relationship with place, landscape and environment.
* SCARECROW, community tour by the region’s professional drama company Theatr Powys with a passionate, humorous and intensely human play for children and their families, written by Chris Cooper, at 7.30pm at the Ivor Jones Centre, PRESTEIGNE, call 01597 824444.
Also at Theatr Clera, WELSHPOOL next Wednesday February 10 at 7pm, call 01938 552014; and Victoria Hall, LLANWRTYD WELLS, at 7.30pm on Saturday February 13, call 01591 610283.
Scarecrow explores what it is like to grow up here and now. It’s a play about young people in a Welsh community attempting to make sense of their experiences of friendship, family, identity, kindness and cruelty.
Tour dates continue to February 27 and include Llanfair Caereinion, Brecon, Aberystwyth, Erwood, Llangadfan, Machynlleth, and Rhayader, For further information, contact Theatr Powys on 01597 824444, theatr.powys@powys.gov.uk
* ARTS & CRAFTS FAYRE, monthly event at PRESTEIGNE Assembly Rooms from 9am. For further details call Rosamund on 260777.
* NODDY IN TOYLAND, 60th year anniversary adventure for the children’s favourite at 1pm and 4pm at Theatre Severn, SHREWSBURY, today and Sunday, February 7.
* TABASCO, at the Bull Inn, SHREWSBURY.
* COLOUR SUNDAY, local band play acoustic set at the Raven, WELSHPOOL with Dai Robs and support from Organised Chaos.
Sunday, February 7
* YOUNG MUSICIANS, Knighton and District Rotary Club competition at 3pm in KNIGHTON Church Hall with eight talented young musicians competing to represent the area in next round of the Young Musicians competition.
* HARLEQUIN, from 2.30pm at the Wheatsheaf, SHREWSBURY High Street, followed at 8.30pm by Joe Seager.
Monday, February 8
* MARCHES COMMUNITY CHOIR, rehearsal every week at 7.30pm on Mondays at BISHOPS CASTLE Community College. Call the choir secretary Philippa Whitaker, on 01588 680312.
* BUILTH WELLS MALE VOICE CHOIR, meet every Monday at 7.30pm for practice in the Greyhound Hotel Builth Wells. New members welcome.
* ACOUSTIC NIGHTS, singers and songwriters welcome at the Golden Lion Hotel, LLANDYSILIO, every Monday and Wednesday.
* SING YOUR HEART OUT, singing group meeting on Mondays at 7pm at MEIFOD Village Hall for all ages, abilities and experience. Further information from Kath on 01938 500459.
* MONTGOMERYSHIRE YFC DRAMA FESTIVAL, opening night for the triennial competitions on until Saturday, February 20 at Theatr Hafren, NEWTOWN.
* FFONIC, community world music band meets for sociable music making on Monday evenings at NEWTOWN. Call Steve for details on 01686 411366 or visit www.ffonic.co.uk
* BANDAMANIA, meetings of the popular folk community orchestra continue at PRESTEIGNE Assembly Rooms at 7.15pm on Mondays. New players are always welcome.
* OPEN MIC NIGHT, new singers and acoustic music welcome at The Horseshoe Inn, RATLINGHOPE.
* PRIDE & PREJUDICE, starring Susan Hampshire in Theatre Royal Bath touring production of the Jane Austin classic with performances at Theatre Severn, SHREWSBURY, at 7.30pm nightly to Saturday, February 13, plus 2.30pm matinees on Wednesday and Saturday.
Tuesday, February 9
* HANSEL & GRETEL, celebrated company Kneehigh Theatre present new wonder tale for children and brave adults, at ABERYSTWYTH Arts Centre. with shows at 7.30pm until Saturday, February 13, plus Saturday matinee at 2.30pm.
* THE HOBBIT, opening of new production of the story of Bilbo and Gandalf’s magical journey prelude to The Lord of the Rings, at the New Theatre, CARDIFF, to February 13.
* NEWTOWN MALE VOICE CHOIR, weekly practice now on Tuesdays with new members welcome at at the United Reformed Church at 7.30pm. For more information ring secretary Enid Morgan on 01686 626894.
* BORDER FOLK COMMUNITY NIGHTS, musicians and singers welcome at weekly sessions from 9pm at The Grapes, NEWTOWN.
* RHAYADER JAM, session at The Cornhill Inn every Tuesday from 8pm. Call the pub first for confirmation on 01597 810029.
Wednesday, February 10
* TANGOMOTION, virtuoso displays of traditional tango and powerful Nuevo Tango music by four of he UK’s leading tango dancers at ABERYSTWYTH Arts Centre.
* GUILSFIELD SINGERS, enterprising local mixed choir’s weekly rehearsals at GUILSFIELD Old School at 7.30pm on Wednesdays, now rehearsing for their Easter Concert in Welshpool on March 27. For more information ring 01938 559612.
* ACOUSTIC SESSIONS, informal folk, blues and jazz every Wednesday from 8.30pm now at the Elephant, LLANIDLOES. Musicians welcome.
* LIVE JAZZ, informal music sessions with local musicians at the Dragon Hotel, MONTGOMERY, from 9pm on Wednesdays.
* COR MERCHED MALDWYN, the Montgomeryshire ladies’ choir weekly rehearsals on Wednesdays at NEWTOWN Evangelical Church at 7.30pm. All choir enquiries to secretary Gay Roberts on 01686 630678 or visit www-cor-Merched-Maldwyn.org. Now rehearsing for concerts starting at GUILSFIELD on Saturday, March 6.
* CHRIS JAGGER, with Eliet Mackrell on violin and David Hatfield on double bass, play a mix of folk, Americano, hillbilly, country cajun and western swing with a touch of Irish at The Dukes Arms, PRESTEIGNE, in aid of Sheep Music.
* OPEN MIC NIGHT, every Wednesday at Norton Manor Hotel, PRESTEIGNE, from 8pm. To book a slot call 01547520843 or email welshmusicevents@yahoo.co.uk
* TONY SKEGGS, regular musician at the Horseshoe Inn, RATLINGHOPE.
* HARMONY SINGING CLUB, new series of fortnightly meetings at the United Church New Street, WELSHPOOL at 7.30pm for all interested in singing.
Also fortnightly meetings at 7.30pm on Thursdays at the United Reform Church, NEWTOWN. Call Dee on 01654 700028 for more information.
Thursday, February 11
* POETS CORNER, monthly gathering at the Poppy House, BISHOPS CASTLE, with a heart warming blend of good literature and music. Book a meal at 7pm on 01588 620541. Readings and music 8pm.
* NEWTOWN SILVER BAND, with their latest CD Adventures in Brass and plans for concert at Theatr Hafren on April 17, practices are at the NEWTOWN Band Room every Thursday from 7.30pm with all welcome. Also Junior Band practices at 6.30pm every Thursday,
Friday, February 12
* BEEZ NEEZ, at White Horse Inn, CLUN.
* THE DOLAU MIXTURES, in the Music in New Radnor season at NEW RADNOR Community Centre from 7.30pm.
* WILL KILLEEN, Irish rootsy musician at The Exchange, NEWTOWN.
* OK BROTHER, acoustic guitar duo live at the Wheatsheaf, SHREWSBURY Frankwell.
Saturday, February 13
* AMY WADGE, singer song-writer who has twice won the Best Solo Female Artist title at the Welsh Music Awards, plays live at Theatr Brycheiniog, BRECON.
* THE HAT BAND. at the Wyeside Arts Centre, BUILTH WELLS, In aid of The Bracken Trust, and in memory of Sally Cooper, the hugely respected local actress and choreographer diagnosed with pancreatic cancer three days before her wedding in May 2007.
* MOISHE’S BAGEL, return to PRESTEIGNE Assembly Rooms playing authentic and not so authentic jazz-influenced klezmer and balcon music. Book on 267163 or by visiting www.midborderarts.org.uk
* COR MEIBION MAELGWYN, north Wales choir at TREFEGLWYS Memorial Hall at 7.30pm. Call 01686 430474.
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