Unforgettable Live Events at Wyeside
Friday 19 June | 7:30pm
Wales’ oldest professional chamber orchestra, the Welsh Chamber Orchestra are delighted to return to Wyeside with Mozart’s dramatic final symphony no.41 ‘Jupiter’, Haydn’s Oxford’ Symphony no.92 and Sarah Frances Jenkins’ new commission ‘Landscapes of Wales’.
Conducted by the orchestra’s founder and Artistic Director Anthony Hose, this concert is part of WCO’s 40th Anniversary Tour of Wales.
Welsh Chamber Orchestra
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Tickets: £20
All tickets are subject to a £1 admin fee.
Willow Globe Theatre Company: The Tempest
Sunday 13 September | 3pm
This September, Shakespeare Link’s much-loved Willow Globe Theatre Company returns to the Wyeside stage with Shakespeare’s 'The Tempest’.
Get ready for a story of shipwreck, sorcery, and the power of forgiveness.
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Tickets: £15 Full & Senior Citizen | £7.50 Under 16s | £37.50 Family Ticket
All tickets are subject to a £1 admin fee.
Friday 25 September | 7:30pm
What is it to be a woman in mid-life?
If anyone has worked this out, could they please tell Eleanor and Sophie so they can get out of this creepy little room?
Join the most famous Welsh actress you’ve probably never heard of and the least famous Welsh actress working today as they try to figure it out, with almost 100 years of history to separate them.
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Grip of Life
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A new play by Noni Lewis
Directed by Matthew Holmquist
Noni Lewis' new play is inspired by the life of little known Welsh stage and film actress Eleanor Daniels.
Despite being from different times, Eleanor and Sophie share touching, humorous stories of imposter syndrome, the fear and apathy of mid-life, the emotional realities of the perimenopause, the impact of grief, guilt, reincarnation and the ‘why’ of life.
A co-production with The Riverfront Theatre, Newport
Supported by Arts Council Wales and Theatrau Sîr Gar
Contains references to death and grief.Tickets: £15
Gen Z Ticket Price: £5
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Friday 16 October | 7:30pm
Filkin’s Drift reimagine traditional melodies through pizzicato grooves, intricate guitar tunes, and boundless improvisation.
Their music captures the essence of their recent 870-mile walk of Wales’ coast, ‘weaving together a tapestry of shared experiences’ (Songlines).
Their compositions are sophisticated yet rooted in tradition, blending fiddle, guitar and ‘gorgeous vocal harmonies’.
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Filkin's Drift
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Early Bird Sale: £15 (ends 16 September)
Gen Z Ticket Price: £5
All tickets are subject to a £1 admin fee.
Sunday 25 October | 7:30pm
A fascinating and humorous evening, acclaimed by both regular theatre patrons and outdoor enthusiasts alike!
Come along and witness Simon’s tireless journey from that mountain in Peru to some of the remotest on the planet and share with him the drama, excitement and beauty of modern, lightweight alpinism.
Told with wit, dry humour and lavishly illustrated with images and film collected on his great climbs.
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Simon Yates: My Mountain Life
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One of the most accomplished exploratory mountaineers of all time.
Simon Yates is best known for his role in the harrowing expedition to the Andes documented in Joe Simpson’s bestseller ‘Touching the Void’.
Following that experience in Peru, Simon has been increasingly drawn to places where few others have trod.
This talk features spectacular images and film from some of the most remote and rarely visited mountain ranges of the world.
From the Arctic to the Antarctic and Alaska to Central Asia - there is hardly a significant range that Simon has not visited.
Tickets: £20
Gen Z Ticket Price: £5
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Saturday 14 November | 7:30pm
A Tribute to Buddy Holly & The Crickets
Get ready to rock ‘n’ roll with Danny Gill rocking the iconic Fender Stratocaster, the glasses and with his full band they bring back the timeless music of Buddy Holly and the Crickets to life on stage! Relive the golden era of rock ‘n’ roll as they perform all your favourite hits, from “Peggy Sue” to “That’ll Be the Day”, “Raining in My Heart” to “Oh Boy”.
Taking you through the story of Buddy Holly, culminating with the Winter Dance Party, featuring songs from “The Big Bopper” and “Ritchie Valens”.
Don’t miss this unforgettable night of classic rock ‘n’ roll!
No Buddy Does It Better!
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Tickets: £20
All tickets are subject to a £1 admin fee.
Fifi la Mer & Oliver Wilby - Let Us Take You To Paris
Friday 27 November | 7:30pm
"Let us take you to Paris” offers an immersive experience of French music, featuring iconic works from artists like Edith Piaf, Charles Trenet, Django Reinhardt, Sydney Bechet and Serge Gainsbourg.
The show is guided by Parisian-born Fifi La Mer, who sings and plays accordion, and Oliver Wilby, who performs on clarinet, tenor saxophone and accordion.
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They bring a unique blend of French musical history, covering a century of Parisian tunes, while sharing captivating tales of romance, mystery, and heartache associated with the City of Lights.
Fifi and Oliver have gained recognition through sold-out shows at venues like Ronnie Scott’s and various theatres across the country.
Oliver has also performed with prestigious ensembles such as the Pasadena Roof Orchestra, Ray Gelato and BBC Big Band. Their engaging performance has been featured in the NatWest advertising campaign.
Audience testimonials praise the show for its captivating music, entertaining storytelling, and the charming, talented duo’s ability to create an exiting and enjoyable atmosphere.
The performance promises a charismatic, authentic taste of Paris through its distinctive musical arrangements and rich historical context.
Early Bird Sale: £15 (ends 13 November)
Gen Z Ticket Price: £5
All tickets are subject to a £1 admin fee.
Saturday 13 February 2027 | 3pm
Join Kate Garner, daughter of the legendary Chas Hodges of ‘Chas & Dave’ at the piano, as she sings the wonderful old songs that have defined her life.
With stories of family parties around the piano and life on the road with Chas & Dave, the show is a treasure chest of old songs loved and learned since childhood.
From folk songs, to parlour songs, to timeless gems from the 1920’s & 30’s…and plenty of singalong, from ‘Bring Me Sunshine’ to ‘Roll Out The Barrel’.
So come along, singalong and bring along your own memories too!
Kate Garner’s Vintage Storybook
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Early Bird tickets: £16 (ends 30 January)
All tickets are subject to a £1 admin fee.
Saturday 27 February 2027 | 7:30pm
Acclaimed singer-songwriter Cindy Stratton and her musical partner Marius Frank present Joni John Richard & Me
An evening for lovers of great songs, delivered quietly, beautifully, and straight to the heart.
Audiences can expect to leave feeling moved, uplifted, and warmly connected: to the music, to the performers, and to each other.
Joni, John, Richard & Me
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A deeply intimate evening celebrating the songs of Joni Mitchell, John Martyn, Richard Thompson, alongside original material by Stratton herself.
This thoughtfully curated performance weaves together some of the most poetic and emotionally resonant songwriting of the last half-century, delivered with beautiful melodies, exquisite vocals, and exceptional musicianship.
At its heart, Joni John Richard & Me is a conversation between songs, past and present, honouring legendary voices while adding a deeply personal and contemporary perspective.
Stratton, a highly respected singer-songwriter known for her expressive voice and emotional honesty, is joined by Marius Frank, a multi-talented musician whose sensitivity and virtuosity bring rare depth and nuance to every performance.
Together, they create a warm, immersive atmosphere where every lyric lands and every note breathes.
This is not a tribute show in the traditional sense, but rather an intimate storytelling experience, shaped by shared influences, musical dialogue, and a profound love of songcraft.
Early Bird tickets: £15 (ends 13 February)
All tickets are subject to a £1 admin fee.
Alfie Moore: Acopalypse Now (14+)
Friday 9 April 2027 | 7:30pm
The Four Horsemen of Rising Crime, Global Warming, AI and Culture Wars are galloping towards us. Are we on the road to hell? And can we avoid the potholes?
In his brand new tour show ‘Fair Cop’ Alfie has the antidote to the breakdown of law and order, fake news and the price of baked beans.
He’s encountered more than his fair share of egotistical dictators in his policing career and learnt when pragmatism, and more than a dash of laughter, can defuse even the most menacing showdown.
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Join Alfie as he’s saddles up to see off those bullies on their pesky ponies. Doomsday is no laughing matter, but this show certainly is.
“offbeat, revealing and very funny” - You Magazine
“Brilliantly funny…genuinely hilarious” – David Mitchell
"His charisma shines through as bright and colourful as a twirling blue light" – Times
Tickets: £21
All tickets are subject to a £1 admin fee.
