What's On Aberdare

Pointillist Art Exhibition - David Winwood - Dare Valley Country Park - April 2018 David Winwood is a Pointillist and Hyperrealist Artist. Due to spinal and nerve damage, David is unable to work with a traditional paintbrush.

Merthyr Farmers Market is held from 10am to 2pm on the first and third Friday of the month in the pedestrianised town centre on the main High Street between HSBC Bank and WH Smith. Here at Merthyr Farmers Market we sell homegrown, homemade & handmade produce, produced by local people.

Exciting psychological thriller from the makers of the hugely successful sold out show ’From A Dark Place’. D.I Miller is forced to confront the ghosts of his past when he encounters the mysterious ’Girl In The Room’.

Join artist, Debbie Devauden, on a one day botanical art course and learn how to draw subjects from our beautiful gardens. Artist, Debbie Devauden, will be running workshops throughout the year in Dyffryn.

Join us every Monday during Vale of Glamorgan school holidays to take part in a craft activity. Whatever the weather, create unforgettable moments with the family this autumn half-term. On 30th October, join us by getting crafty and creative for our popular Make it Monday in the Morning Room of Dyffryn House.

Join the Dyffryn Croquet Club on these bank holiday Mondays to have a go at this fun, outdoor sport. Learn the ropes of this simple-looking but not-so-simple-playing game. The members of the club will be on hand to show you some tips and techniques of Golf Croquet. Equipment is provided. Booking Not Needed.

A two day Magickal Market with beautiful stalls, therapists and readers. Crystals and incense and long flowing dresses, music and magic and dye for your tresses, candles and cushions and faeries with wings, these are a few of our magickal things!

As the National Conservatoire of Wales, the college nurtures the next generation of artists, helping them to find their individual voice, and prepares them for successful careers.

With a chance to see the rising stars in dance theatre, Ballet Central returns with a brand new programme showcasing the best in international dance.

Miss Julie By August Strindberg - A brand new adaptation of this stirring period drama presented in the Welsh Language. An RCT Theatres Production supported by Arts Council Wales. Directed by and starring Gareth John Bale.

Reviving the golden age of pop, this is the latest live concert show from the creators of the Magic of Motown. Have fond memories of Pans People and Eurovision, Luke Skywalker and Saturday Night Fever, Danny and Sandy... Dastardly and Muttley£ This is the show for you...

Afghanistan: 2009. Under bright blue skies, a small girl stands and watches the soldier. She smiles, just like his sister… Ryan is there to see the world, learn a trade, get a life. Training is complete, combat is a buzz; he’s part of a team, and knows his job.

1979. When Star Wars superfan Sam discovers that the Millennium Falcon is being built in his home town, his life is turned upside down. Determined to get inside the cockpit; his only obstacle is his stepdad Mike, guardian of the secret hangar where the legendary ship is being built in Pembroke Dock. 2014.

Encore Dance Company - the 3rd year graduating students from the dance courses at Tring Park School for the performing Arts - return with an eclectic mix of established and exciting newly commissioned dance work.

A young boy waits for the birth of his new baby sister... His excitement bubbling over at the thought of a new playmate to race and chase with. He can’t wait to tell her all about the Swifts which nest not far from the top window of their pointy house... it’s nearly time, she’s nearly here.

Swansea born composer Huw Warren presents his jazz suite ‘Do not go Gentle’ based on the poetry of Dylan Thomas. Commissioned by Brecon Jazz Festival for the Dylan Thomas centenary year, the work is the result of Warren’s lifelong interest in Thomas’ poetry and reflects the inherent musicality of the words.

The Searchers’ remarkable career continues. With such classic hits as, Sweets For My Sweet, Needles and Pins, Don’t Throw Your Love Away, Sugar and Spice and When You Walk in the Room, they have contributed enormously in establishing the UK as the world’s leading nation in the music industry.

The ancient market town of Talgarth is an ideal base for visitors wishing to explore the Brecon Beacons National Park on foot, particularly as it forms the "Gateway to the Black Mountains". We offer visitors a taste of our town and the wonderful walking opportunities we have on our doorstep.

JUBILEE SOUL, SWANSEA Saturday 28th April 2018 The Jubilee Club, 98 Herbert St, Pontardawe, Swansea SA8 4ED (01792-863142) Soul Music & Dancing from 7.00pm till Late (Bar open until 12.

What does home mean to you? when in roam is a multi-arts performance project directed by Thania Acarón, bringing an international and Wales-based cast to Ammanford in a multilingual performance about home and belonging.

A table top sale will be held with plenty of bargains. The money raised will go to support The Salvation Army Emergency Work

On the first Thursday of every month there is a Ladies Fellowship held in the Salvation Army Hall in Skewen. Some months there are guest speakers and some months there is a visit to a place of interest. At the end of the meeting there is always a good selection of refreshments with home made baking.

Bay City Rollers icon Les McKeown is back on tour, bringing his fantastic show to The Princess Royal Theatre !!!

If you are a fan of The West End Show the ‘Jersey Boys’, don’t miss the chance to see where it all began… The New Jersey Boys takes you back to this magical time in music history when four boys from New Jersey in the USA and from the wrong side of the tracks invented their own unique sound.

Jason Manford: Muddle Class He’s back! It’s been a busy few years for Jason since his last smash-hit stand up show but fans of his Absolute Radio show will know this nationally acclaimed comedian hasn’t changed a bit.

Due to popular demand we have added an extra show date for Sarah Millican’s CONTROL ENTHUSIAST Tour… CONTROL ENTHUSIAST Tour Sarah Millican is not a control freak, she’s a control enthusiast. She even controls her own insults, see? Do you arrange the nights out? Are you in charge of passports on holiday?

Classic Hits from the 60’s, 70’s, 80’s and 90’s and Rock’n’Roll years plus fun Music Quiz around 8.30pm (£1 to enter Quiz) with great prizes, including meal for two, bottle of wine, CD’s and ’booby prize’!

Come and see Chase and Marshall; they will be making appearances throughout the day. Face painting, Arts and Crafts, Treasure Hunt, Eric’s Emporium, Bouncy Castle, Tea Room, Prize Draw, Candy Cart. Trains will depart from Furnace Sidings at 11:00, 12:30, 14:00 & 15:30 . Pre-booking for this event is essential.

The 7th Caerphilly Food Festival is pulling out all the stops to make it an event to remember, and one that will draw visitors from near and far! This year’s event will descend on the town centre on Saturday 12th May.

A weekend of dazzling performances with the Great Hall staging the best of brass, wind and jazz bands in Wales. A stunning display of talented youth musicians with performances from Band Jazz Tryfan, Cardiff and Vale Music Service Jazz Orchestra, Torfaen Youth Big Band and the Greater Gwent Youth Brass Band.

A weekend of dazzling performances with the Great Hall staging the best of brass, wind and jazz bands in Wales. Come and enjoy the rich and varied sounds of the band world as four of Wales’ top bands compete in the grand final for the prestigious title and total prize money of £10,000.

Brothers Jonathan and Tom Scott present an unmissable concert of duos for piano and organ, demonstrating the full range of sounds and colours available from this brilliant combination.

Swansea University’s Music Scholars and friends present a concert of classical solos, chamber music and jazz. The Chancellor’s Concert will be an annual showcase of their talents - starting with our first cohort of instrumental scholars this year.

The International Dylan Thomas Prize in partnership with Swansea University – 2018 Award Ceremony and Reception. The evening will include live readings by the six shortlisted authors and the announcement of the winner of the prestigious 2018 International Dylan Thomas Prize.

Three of Swansea University’s performing arts societies join forces again in the Great Hall to showcase their talents and share their best work.

In a new and permanent location! The market operates on the first Saturday of each month in the Church Hall located adjacent to Commercial Road but on Forge Road in Machen. Parking for the event is by the village hall and this is signposted. There is a wonderful range of food, art and craft.

Within mature woodland valley (semi-tamed), with stream and bog garden, extensive mixed borders; mini wildflower meadow, providing diverse wildlife habitats. Children must be supervised. The Nursery specialises in unusual perennials and cottage garden plants.

Large family garden with semi-formal walled garden, orchard with fruit trees and bulbs, stumpery, mixed plantings of shrubs and herbaceous perennials for all the months of the year, roses. Vegetable garden and small amount of woodland plantings, secret garden, all set amongst the rolling hills of a beautiful estate.

Enjoy a walk around Rhossili, discovering each season’s wildlife highlights, led by our Ranger. Meet outside the National Trust shop. Booking Not Needed.

Passionate about the coast' Join us on our beach cleaning challenge, tackling a different beach on the Gower coast every month. April’s beach cleaning challenge will be at Rhossili. We’ll be on the beach from 12pm, you can meet us there and join in anytime up to 3pm.

Mollies Vintage Fayre is back by popular demand for 2018! A perfect way to spend the day with friends or family! Come browse the vintage stalls, grab a cup of tea or coffee and a bite to eat while being entertained by performances from vintage duo ’Gentleman Prefer Blondes’. £2.00 entry per adult.

Following the Jukebox Heroes’ very successful tour in 2016, Owen Money takes Jukebox Heroes II on the road in 2018. We have a brand new line up of fantastic tribute acts, some great music from the 60’s with the Travelling Wrinklies, plus comedy from Owen.

Starring Milkshake! favourites; Bob the Builder, Little Princess, Noddy, Fireman Sam, Shimmer & Shine, Pip from Pip Ahoy!, Winnie and Wilbur, Wissper, Milkshake’s very own Milkshake! Monkey and two Milkshake!

Street Food Warehouse return for a second year to Museum Park Swansea for a glorious bank holiday weekend of fantastic fresh food and delicious drinks.

2018 marks the 100th anniversary of the Representation of the People Act which gave the vote for the first time to women and paved the way for the women’s suffrage movement worldwide. We celebrate this with a display of women’s portraits from the Glynn Vivian collection.

The Vale of Glamorgan Farmers market at Cowbridge is held on the 1st & 3rd Saturdays of every month (except January & December) at Arthur John’s Car Park, 43 High Street, Cowbridge CF71 7AB.

A book club with a difference! No need to read the books in advance just come along for a discussion. With set themes and authors this is a chance to discover different books that you might be inspired to go on and read. The theme for April and May is books set in Africa/African authors.

Explore Classic Film screenings are held on the last Friday of the month and feature an introduction to the social and cultural context of each film. Gene Kelly, Debbie Reynolds and Donald O’Connor star in Singin’ in the Rain, one of the greatest and most successful musicals ever filmed.

Celebrate our local LGBT+ in true Pride style. Featuring music, info stands, talks, film screenings, kids crafts, glitter face painting and an Over the Rainbow gallery trail.

Celebrate May Day with an afternoon of live Welsh music featuring Tawerin who will bring an upbeat set of Clogging, Twmpath and Folk Jam.