8th Jul 2022 9:30AM

Baby Music Class with Charlotte Woodford

Every Friday morning

Playful, friendly and welcoming singing class for 0-5 yr olds, Fridays 9.30-10.30am from 5th November. 30 minutes singing, 30 minutes tea and chat.

Class size limited, fully ventilated, booking essential. £4 per week, refreshments included, bring your own cup.

For further details please contact Charlotte on 07828413484 or email charlotte@lifebulb.org

"Of all the baby groups we’ve tried I found these singing sessions really authentic. There were no gimics, great lyrics and songs, really inclusive and personalized with the animals and charlotte always called everyone by name. A welcoming and informal vibe but organised and well planned." 

Ticket Price: £4.00

8th Jul 2022 1:30PM

Hafren Community

Hafren Community offers weekly health and wellbeing classes including our ‘Singing for Lung Health’ community group, every Friday from 1.30pm.

Stretches, relaxation and breathing exercises using the voice and singing. Develop awareness of breathing patterns and primary breathing muscles. No singing ability or experience necessary, run by Charlotte Woodford (Lifebulb).

Ticket Price: £3.00

9th Jul 2022 7:30PM

Celebrating over 50 Years of one of rock music's most influential bands, UK Pink Floyd Experience recreate the sights and sounds of the legendary band in concert.

This highly authentic show recreates the atmosphere of Floyd live. Featuring top-flight musicians and complete with video projections, a stunning light show and of course, over two hours of incredible music!

Come and share the passion for Pink Floyd's music as we tackle one of their most iconic albums "The Dark Side Of The Moon", played in its entirety. Of course, no Pink Floyd show would be complete without classics including "Wish You Were Here", "Shine On You Crazy Diamond", "Another Brick In The Wall" and "Comfortably Numb".

With outstanding musicianship, superb vocals and amazing production, this spellbinding show is a true celebration of all things Floyd.

Ticket Price: £24.00

24th Jul 2022 5:00PM

Garden Opera Concert at Gregynog Hall, near Newtown
(indoors in Music Room if wet).

Music Direction and Pianist - Charlotte Forrest with a host of talented young singers. 

Picnic interval.

Ticket Price: £17.00
Specials:
Under 16s: £5.50

Aug 2 - Aug 4 2022

Our FREE Creative Wellness Workshops include:

Yoga for Children through Storytelling

Movement through Music

Sound Meditation and Play      

Mindful Drama with Mel - Space theme using recycled products to make costumes and spaceships

8 to 12 years | Limited spaces available

Participants will need to dress in casual loose clothing and bring a pack lunch and drink.

Yoga mats and water will be supplied for each participant.

All workshop leaders will have a current DBS certificate and have experience working with children.
The lead practitioner will be Mel Lee.

Contact Hafren Box Office 01686 948100 for more information or to book your free place.

Funded by Summer of Fun

Ticket Price: TBC

Aug 15 - Aug 19 2022

Our popular summer workshops are back with a new name. Previously known as the Gwyn Emberton Dance Summer School it will once again take place at The Hafren, Newtown.

Over the week, led by two of our Wales based dancers, you will take part in dance technique classes and make a new dance show together to perform for family and friends at the Hafren.

SUMMER SCHOOL 2022 

We are offering two courses for two age groups:
 15-19 August

8 to 11 years old: 9.30am - 11.30am - £20 for the whole week

11 to 14 years old: 12.15pm - 3.15pm - £30 for the whole week


The participants are split into age groups and they take daily classes in contemporary, Urban and ballet which are led by our international dancers. During the week each group creates a new dance piece which they perform to their family and friends.

Over 40 young people take part each year and come from all over north Powys and Shropshire, and even as far as Cardiff and Aberystwyth.

No previous dance experience necessary.

To book contact the Hafren:
email: boxoffice@thehafren.co.uk

tel: 01686 948100

Only able to attend a few days?
You can still book on to this course.

Ticket Price: £30.00
Specials:
8 to 11 years old: £20.00

11 to 14 years old: £30.00

17th Sep 2022 7:30PM

Brace yourself for what is going to be a unique and unforgettable evening at the theatre!

For the first time rugby legend Scott Quinnell will share some of the most extraordinary stories and facts about his life both on and off the rugby pitch and how he has become one of the most recognised and respected Welsh figures. From growing up with Giants of the game to learning to read and write after his retirement and becoming a star of Television and Radio! Scott bares all with his hilarious tales, never seen before footage and colourful pictures of his colourful life. Which will leaving you ROARING in your seats!

Joining Scott on stage is his son “Steele” who whilst looking down at Dad (literally!) and maybe giving his side of some of the stories, will be performing some of the greatest songs from Musical Theatre!

You will have the opportunity to ask those questions you always wanted to ask and there will be limited VIP tickets which will include priority seating, ‘Meet & Greet’ prior to or following the show; with signings, photographs and a general ‘chit chat’ with the lads and of course your personalised souvenir programme.

Ticket Price: £25.50
Specials:
VIP: £39.50

15th Oct 2022 7:30PM

Cwmni Theatr Maldwyn was established in 1981 and performed their first show Y Mab Darogan at the National Eisteddfod in Machynlleth. To celebrate 40 years of its existence, the company are touring a new production of the show which is centred on the uprising of Owain Glyndŵr, one of our foremost heroes.

Ticket Price: £16.00
Specials:
Under 18s: £13.00

21st Oct 2022 7:30PM

A Theatr Genedlaethol Cymru and Sherman Theatre production

TYLWYTH

by Daf James

Aneurin has been running away from his past, but - thanks to Grindr - he unexpectedly finds love. When he and Dan decide to adopt, it seems their world is complete. But as he adjusts to being a dad and tries to move on from his reckless past, Aneurin is forced to confront his demons.

Ten years on from the trail-blazing and award-winning Llwyth, Aneurin, Rhys, Gareth and Dada are back in this witty and compelling new play by Daf James. Taking an irreverent look at love, family and friendship, Tylwyth is a provocative commentary on contemporary Welsh life.

Age Guidance: 16+

Contains strong language, scenes of a sexual nature and adult themes.

Early Bird £13 (If booked before 10th April 2022)

Ticket Price: £17.00
Concessions: £15.00
Specials:
Early Saver: £13.00
Save £££'s on your tickets for selected shows by booking well in advance. Look out for the early saver logo to enjoy huge savings on the normal ticket price. Just book and pay for your tickets by the date shown, it's that simple.
Schools: £10.00

3rd Nov 2022 7:30PM

Following the huge success of the 35th Anniversary Tour, That’ll Be The Day is back on the road with another incredible show packed full of world class performances from Trevor and the highly talented cast.

Let the UK’s leading Rock ’n‘ Roll show take you on a journey through the years, as together you celebrate the golden age of Rock ’n’ Roll and Pop from the 50s right the way through to the 80s. 

Combining hilarious comedy sketches and impersonations with brilliant vocals and superb musicianship, That’ll Be The Day really is in a league of its own. It’s no wonder this show has been touring for so many years and it just gets better and better. Join Trevor and the exceptional cast for the ultimate feel good experience that will have you singing and dancing, and leave you wanting just a little bit more. 

If you only see one theatre show this year, make it this one.

‘THREE HOURS OF MUSIC & MAYHEM’

The Express

‘THE BEST ROCK ‘N’ ROLL SHOW ON THE ROAD’

Time Out

Website: https://www.thatllbetheday.com/

Facebook: @thatllbethedayuk

Instagram: @tbtdshow

 Age guidance 12+ contains adult humour 

Ticket Price: £28.50

5th Nov 2022 7:45PM

By HG Wells 

Presented by Black RAT Productions and Blackwood Miners’ Institute

A brand-new comedy written & directed by Richard Tunley

Designed by Sean Crowley

Lighting Design by Robin Bainbridge

Black RAT Productions are back in theatres at last and to celebrate they have created a wonderfully original take on HG Wells’ classic sci-fi horror.

It is Wales, 1933. The Invisible Man starring Claude Rains is terrifying cinema audiences worldwide.

The very small workforce of the Aberllanpencwm Workingman’s Hall, which doubles up as bingo hall and cinema, are welcoming audiences excited for a screening of the newly released Invisible Man. Due to technical difficulties the cinema employees are forced to tell the tale themselves. Events unfurl and strange things begin to happen. Are they simply coincidences or as a result of the invisible man himself?!

Performed by an incredible cast of four and with plenty of audience involvement, this new production is packed with physical comedy, song, improvisation, magic and illusion in this re-telling of the HG Well’s classic brought to life in typical Black RAT style.

 Age Guide 12+

Supported by Arts Council of Wales

Ticket Price: £15.00
Concessions: £13.00

Nov 10 - Nov 12 2022

Based on the Dreamworks Animation Motion Picture and the book by William Steig

Book and Lyrics by David Lindsay-Abaire

Music by Jeanine Tesori

After evil Lord Farquadd banishes all magical creatures to his swamp, grumpy ogre Shrek accompanied by a donkey who never shuts up, must go on a quest to rescue Princess Fiona and deliver her to Farquadd in order to get his land back. A fun, funny, and sometimes rude twist on all the classic fairy tales, this show will make you a "believer" in happily ever afters!

PLEASE NOTE: There will be a BSL Signer at the Saturday Matinee performance.

This amateur production is presented by arrangement with Music Theatre International (Europe) All authorised performance materials are also supplied by MTI Europe.

Ticket Price: £16.00
Concessions: £13.50

26th Nov 2022 8:00PM

PLEASE NOTE: This is NOT suitable for under 16s as the show sometimes contains nudity and Blood and gore.

For the First time in over 2 years the Circus of Horrors is back with its latest incarnation ‘THE WITCH’ - A sensational new Phantasmagoria which encompasses amazing and Bizarre Circus acts with an original Rock score, and a sinister story or Witchcraft and the darkest of magic.

When the Circus of Horrors began 27 years ago at Glastonbury 1995 many people thought it wouldn’t last 27 weeks let alone 27 years. But with its ability to reinvent itself time and time again it has taken the extreme to the mainstream and become a household name after reaching the finals of Britain’s Got Talent and performing in London’s West End.

Whether a Rock fan or theatre goer The Circus of Horrors has something for everyone.

Imagine a brilliant rock show combined with amazing, bizarre and dare devil Circus acts, a stella light show and all performed with a forked tongue firmly in each cheek. If Quentin Tarantino had directed Cirque Du Soleil you would be half way there.

'I loved it' Simon Cowell

'Like Rocky Horrors on acid' Amanda Holden

‘Totally Unbelievable’ Scott Mills, Radio 1

'A Brilliant marriage between Circus and Cabaret' Judge Rinder

Ticket Price: £24.00
Specials:
Early Saver: £19.00
Save £££'s on your tickets for selected shows by booking well in advance. Look out for the early saver logo to enjoy huge savings on the normal ticket price. Just book and pay for your tickets by the date shown, it's that simple.

2nd Dec 2022 8:00PM

Please note this show has been rescheduled to Friday 2nd December 2022. All current ticketholders have the option of transferring their tickets to the new date or cancelling their booking for a refund. Please contact boxoffice@thehafren.co.uk 

Any tickets that are released will be put back on sale - keep checking the website for updated information.

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The hilarious Sarah Millican is back on tour with a Bobby Dazzler of a new stand-up show.

In this, her sixth international tour, you’ll learn about what happens when your mouth seals shut, how to throw poo over a wall, trying to lose weight but only losing the tip of your finger, a surprisingly funny smear test, and how truly awful a floatation tank can actually be.

Sarah has spent the last year writing jokes and growing her backside.

She can’t wait to get back on the road and make you laugh.

Ticket Price: £29.50

Dec 8 - Dec 10 2022

Strange things are happening in Alfie’s town! Children are leaving their teeth for the tooth fairy and waking up to find horrible things under their pillow! Alfie and his friend Gabz are determined to get to the bottom of the mystery - but no-one could have dreamed what they’ll discover, when they come face to face with the demon dentist herself! 

Don’t miss this electrifying tale from the West End producers of David Walliams’ Gangsta Granny and Billionaire Boy, both nominated for an Olivier Award! It promises to be the most thrilling and hilarious adventure yet!

“The Birmingham Stage Company has created three amazing adaptations of my books, so I can’t wait to see their new production of Demon Dentist! It’s going to be jaw-dropping!” David Walliams

Ticket Price: £14.00
Children: £12.00
Specials:
Family: £46.00
Any booking for family of 4 - minimum 2 children (Children must attend on the night for the ticket to be valid)
Schools: £10.00

17th Dec 2022 1:30PM

Honalee Media are delighted to present
their latest Christmas production

The Santa Show 2022:
Santa Saves Christmas

- the show where every child gets a present from Santa!

Who can save the magic of Christmas?
Jack's beanstalk won’t grow, Cinderella's glass slipper is broken and what’s happened to the magic in the Fairy Godmother's wand? It looks as though Christmas might have to be cancelled...

Join Jack, Dasher the Reindeer and Pompom the Penguin for this festive, musical, interactive adventure, as they meet Father Christmas at his home in the North Pole and help Santa Save Christmas!

It’s a family show most suitable for 2-7 year olds, where every child will receive a specially wrapped present from Santa - after the most Christmassy Christmas show ever, HO-HO-HO!

Songs include festive favourites: The Twelve Days Of Christmas, Jingle Bells, Silent Night, When Santa Got Stuck Up The Chimney, We Wish You A Merry Christmas and many more!

"It was perfect, full of fun, singing and laughter, what better way to start the festive season!" ‘Mummy Monster’ blog

"The Santa Shows have become our Christmas tradition and we love them! Perfect engagement with the children, lots of audience participation and the children were beside themselves when Father Christmas gave them a present after the show. Wonderful value for money and top rate entertainment!"
Natalie D, mum of Rae

"Eyes lit up full of wonder and joy - as my children walked away from receiving their gift they whispered, "That was the real Santa!" Families North Hampshire

"A magical way to start our Christmas celebrations and a memory I shall treasure!" Basingstoke Gazette

Ticket Price: £11.50
Children: £10.00
Specials:
Family: £38.00
Any booking for family of 4 - minimum 2 children (Children must attend on the night for the ticket to be valid)

10th Mar 2023 8:00PM

“a riotous rollercoaster of a set from a skilful stand-up perched on the cusp of major fame”  Evening Standard

Tom Allen is back on the road with his brand new show Completely.  He has finally moved out of his parents' house, which has been great news for him, better news for department stores and even better news for his latest stand-up tour as he's eager to share his life updates, get your opinions on his vegetable patch and delve into the protocol of inviting friends with children for dinner.

The household name with his signature acerbic wit and riotous storytelling, Tom is the host of The Apprentice: You’re Fired and co-hosts Cooking With The Stars, Like Minded Friends podcast and he is also a regular on Bake Off: An Extra Slice and There’s Something About Movies.

Join Tom on his brand new tour - his last one sold over fifty-thousand tickets, including his sell out show at The London Palladium where he recorded his special. 

“Sharp badinage, sympathetic personal material and - not least - his abundant skills as a raconteur and host” The Guardian 

“A neatly judged mix of realism and ripe exaggeration delivered at a frantically camp pace" The Times

Ticket Price: £25.00

13th Oct 2023 8:00PM

Status Quo legend Francis Rossi is taking up his acoustic guitar to bring you a selection of well-known hits and some previously not-performed-live-before tunes. It’ll be a unique evening in which Francis will reprise fan favourites from a remarkable 50+ year career.

Expect original-style, acoustic versions of Quo classics, threaded together with chat in this music based evening. VIP packages are available for those wishing to meet Francis before the show.

Ticket Price: £32.00
Specials:
VIP: £47.00 - £82.00