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'The Fight' in large writing with a photo of Cuthbert Taylor Schools

THE FIGHT

'Breeding Boxers on the Breadline'

In the deprived valleys of the 1930s, boxing was more than just a sport; it was a way out of poverty.  Merthyr-born Cuthbert Taylor, now seen as one of the best boxers of his generation, should have had the opportunity to fight for a British title, but was denied this chance because of the colour of his skin.

 

Perfect for Progression Step 3

Multi-award winning Theatr na nÓg’s new show introduces your children to themes such as:

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Operation Julie

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Last summer’s sell-out success is back by popular demand to prog-rock the UK

Breaking Bad collides with The Good Life in this anarchic play with music from the 70’s prog- rock, performed live on stage by 9 talented actor-musicians.

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Image of a young man jumping from the edge of a platform. Schools

Just Jump

Deep down, he doesn't really want to take the leap, but no one wants to be chicken. Little does he know the the decision he makes in the next few seconds will haunt him for the rest of his life.
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On Demand

Illustration of a book with pages flying out of it and a boy with headphones on. Families

Goslef

Come with us on an audio adventure of Welsh stories. With sounds of the sea, tunes on the harp and birdsong...
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Cardiff bay Schools

Just Jump Film

A film to raise awareness of the dangers of antisocial and dangerous behaviour such as tombstoning and swimming around busy boating areas.
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Illustration of an old map with Indonesia and Wales

Invisible Threads are the strongest ties

An international storytelling project tying Wales and Indonesia together.
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Illustration of an apple with "We Need Bees" painted on a wooden sign Schools

We Need Bees Podcast

Join Bron the honey bee and her "buzz-tastic" guests on her new podcast as she shares her exciting adventures pollinating the wonderful world of flowers and plants.
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The words Arandora Star with two stars Schools

Arandora Star Radio Play

For the first time in 30 years we produced our award-winning theatre project not live, but on the radio and streamed it straight to the classrooms of Welsh schools.
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Actors dressed as a mouse, lion and tortoise. Families

Aesops Fables

In the dim and distant past - 2012 to be precise, Mouse, Tortoise and Lion travelled the land telling stories. Those stories belonged to a bloke called Aesop.
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Photos of two elves Families

The Elf Service

After a rather busy time over Christmas, Arwel & Cadi are taking a break. Join them to see where their next adventure will take them!
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Musicians on stage with a red backdrop

Hwyl yr Ŵyl

A Christmas song released in 2020 to raise funds to create work for industry freelancers.
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snowy background with text to front Families

Adventures in Advent

It's back and its better than before! Our very own Digital Advent Calendar - Eco and chocolate friendly!
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Men jumping into wild water Schools

JUST JUMP

Deep down, he doesn't really want to take the leap, but no one wants to be chicken. Little does he know that the decision he makes in the next few seconds will haunt him for the rest of his life.
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Victorian Boy Schools

The Trial of Elgan Jones

In the year of our Queen 1898 you are hereby called for Jury Service. A young boy's life lies in your hands.
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Landscape and title in pinks and purples with a telephone box at the forefront

Operation Julie 2022

Breaking Bad meets The Good Life in a psychedelic true story from the hillsides of rural Wales.
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Black and white photographs of staff in an old shop on a notebook Schools

The Arandora Star

A true story exploring the life of Italians living and working in Wales during World War 2.
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Poster of a lady in a red summer dress and straw hat standing on a beach with the words Shirley Valentine

Shirley Valentine

By Willy Russell

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Pile of CDs with a post it note on "Cân Peggy?"

Peggy's Song

A love letter to the NHS and to all of those who volunteer for it.
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Illustration of two bees, an apple and a wooden sign with We Need Bees painted on it Families

We Need Bees

Join Bron the honey bee and her 'buzz-tastic" friends as she shares her exciting adventures pollinating the wonderful world of flowers and plants.
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Illustration of a bird, an animal skull and butterflies

Wallacea Week

Our play 'You Should Ask Wallace' performed at the British Council Wallacea Week 2019 in Makassar Indonesia
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Photo of a young girl with illustration of a tornado behind the words Eye of the Storm Families

Eye of The Storm

The award-winning new musical about chasing storms and changing the world.
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Illustration of The Butterfly Hunter written on a luggage tag with butterflies and leaves Schools

The Butterfly Hunter

Go on an adventure with one of the greatest scientists of all time, as he seeks to answer the age-old conundrum, why are there so many different species?  
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Explosion of colour behind the words SPARK: The Science and Art of Creativity Families

Eye of the Storm at SPARK Festival Hong Kong

Our award-winning musical play for families was invited to be part of the SPARK Festival at the Tai Kwun Centre for Heritage and Arts in Hong Kong.
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Photo of Nye Bevan and Jennie Lee arm in arm Families

Nye & Jennie

A Working Class Tale of Life, Labour & Love.
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Illustration of soldiers in silhouette with poppies and the title The White Feather Schools

The White Feather

A devastating tale of family, love and loss in WWI.
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Photograph of a young woman holding an umbrella with the sea in the background Schools

Eye of the Storm 2017

The premiere of a new musical play which will seize your heart and capture your mind.
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Outdoor stage set of a platform with cones and a shopping trolley beneath Commissions

Would You Jump?

It's summer! No school. No rules. Two friends set off to challenge each other down by the docks. Deep down neither of them really want to take the leap, but no one wants to be chicken.
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Old photograph of a young miner underground Schools

The Ghost of Morfa Colliery

This Gothic story tells the tale of the young children who worked underground during the Victorian era.
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Illustration of an explorer holding a butterfly net Families

The Amazing Adventures of Wallace and Bates

Two Victorian Scientists arrive at The National Museum of Wales and at the National Eisteddfod to prepare for their expedition of discovery to the unexplored Amazon.
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TOM in big letters with a male singer holding a microphone reflected in it

TOM A Story of Tom Jones. The Musical.

Step back in time to the dance halls, working men’s clubs and recording studios of the ’60s where the legend of Tom Jones was born.
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Ration book, Ministry of War railway ticket and cinema ticket Schools

Rosie's War

The emotional and endearing tale of Rosie Birch, a young girl evacuated from Liverpool to Swansea at the onset of the Second World War.
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A man in a top hat holding a sandtimer Commissions

Between a rock and a hard place

See the work of William Smith through the eyes of his young Welsh apprentice and hear about his life in early industrial Wales. 
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Illustration of soldiers in silhouette with poppies and the title The White Feather Schools

The White Feather 2014

Mixing the harsh realities of warfare with moments of magic, incorporating the words of the First World War poets.
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A man holding a microphone on a stand with his back to us with the word TOM in large letters

Tom

Jam-packed with rock n roll hits of the era, played live on stage with a full band, TOM, a story of Tom Jones, is a show that celebrates an ordinary man with an extraordinary talent.
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Illustration of four children, above them is the show title Halt! Who Goes there? and drawings of military aeroplanes. Schools

Halt! Who Goes There?

It was the biggest escape attempt by German POWs in Britain during the Second World War. The whole community play a part in the hunt for the POWs including four children, who armed with sticks and catapults set about capturing the Gerries! 
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Illustration of an explorer holding a butterfly net Schools

The Amazing Adventures of Wallace and Bates 2013

Two Victorian Scientists arrive at your school to prepare for their expedition of discovery to the unexplored Amazon.
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Photograph of Alfred Russel Wallace with illustrations of butterflies and insects in the background Schools

You Should Ask Wallace

The story of Alfred Russel Wallace, a Victorian naturalist, who was born in Wales, and who discovered the theory of evolution, and then shared the idea with Charles Darwin.
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Illustration of two bees Families

We Need Bees 2013

Bertie Bee is at the bottom of the heap of a busy beehive, spending his day pollinating boring old apples when actually he'd prefer to be free to pollinate wild flowers. In a moment of rebellion he leaves the hive, only to put the whole colony and his best friend in danger.
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Close up of a child on a climbing frame Families

Ma' Bili'n Bwrw'r Bronco

It’s summer and school’s out. Five lads act out their dreams and fears in their local playground in the South Wales Valleys. 
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Colourful picture of the planet Saturn with Salsa! in fancy gold writing.

Salsa

A sexy and stylish comedy, which celebrates the world of performance and romance.
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The Butterfly Hunter written on a small piece of ages paper with bugs in the background Schools

THE BUTTERFLY HUNTER

Go on an adventure with one of the greatest scientists of all time, as he seeks to answer the age-old conundrum, why are there so many different species?  
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Black and white image of marshland with a house in the background, a woman in a black dress and veil to front and the title 'Y Fenyw Mewn Du'

Y Fenyw Mewn Du

The Welsh language premiere of the West End hit that has been thrilling audiences for 30 years.
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