http://rct-arts.org en manager@viewcreative.co.uk Copyright 2012 2012-05-17T12:55:34+00:00 http://www.rct-arts.org/en/news/compose-a-song-for-the-park-dare-centenery/ http://www.rct-arts.org/en/news/compose-a-song-for-the-park-dare-centenery/#When:11:55:34Z The Park and Dare Theatre, Treorchy  Centenary Celebrations 1913-2013Cân Yr Adeilad / Song Of The BuildingComposer Recruitment BriefRhondda Cynon Taf CBC Cultural Services & the RCT Music Service are seeking to commission a composer to create a musical work (score and lyrics) to commemorate and celebrate the centenary of the Park & Dare Theatre Treorchy in 2013.The producers are seeking submissions from composers who have a track record in the creation and delivery of community based musical projects which, whilst being professionally led, fully engage and enable the creative participation of the communities, (including students, pupils, Special school, adult groups) in the area served by this historic and significant cultural building.The chosen composer will need to demonstrate their ability to work on time and within budget leading a creative team which will consist of a Musical Director (who could also lead on the recording process), a vocal animateur and two professional musicians who can lead the music workshops in school and community settings. We would expect any lyrics to reflect the bilingual nature of this community.The composer of this work will need to be able to capture the musical life of this iconic building across a century which will have witnessed the Park & Dare Theatre make the transition from silent movies to the “talkies”, played host to the significant musical organisations of the town (e.g. the Treorchy Male Voice Choir / the Parc & Dare Band); hosted annual productions by the great local musical theatre societies such as Spotlight, Selsig and Mid Rhondda and, in more recent times hosted significant musical performances by acts as diverse as Ray Davies OBE of the Kinks, Courtney Pine OBE, Richard Thompson OBE, Julian Lloyd Webber, Gruff Rhys and Cerys Matthews.The outputs for the project will be the production of an audio CD and four performances of the completed work in March 2013.The fee for the composer is £5000.  The project will separately fund the rest of the creative team, the production of the CD and live performances and will also be responsible for the marketing of same.Submissions should be made by 11th June and interviews will be held on Friday 22nd June at the Park & Dare Theatre TreorchyFurther information available from Geoff Cripps or Rachel Kilby ( 01443 775654 / 07973 850289 or :- geoff.j.cripps@rctcbc.gov.uk  or rachel.kilby@rctcbc.gov.uk Arts Development, Coliseum, General, Muni, Park & Dare 2012-05-17T11:55:34+00:00 http://www.rct-arts.org/en/news/jessie-j-at-pontys-big-weekend-goes-on-sale-8am-thursday-10-may/ http://www.rct-arts.org/en/news/jessie-j-at-pontys-big-weekend-goes-on-sale-8am-thursday-10-may/#When:13:23:38Z One of pop's hottest names and star of BBC TV's The Voice, Jessie J, has been secured as the headline act for Friday 20th July as part of Ponty's Big Weekend. Tickets go on sale Thursday 10 May at 8am online and also via our box office on 08000 147 111. Further information 2012-05-09T13:23:38+00:00 http://www.rct-arts.org/en/news/alfie-boe-free-tickets-available-from-8am-wed-18-april-as-part-of-pontys-bi/ http://www.rct-arts.org/en/news/alfie-boe-free-tickets-available-from-8am-wed-18-april-as-part-of-pontys-bi/#When:14:42:31Z Alfie Boe free tickets available from 8am on Wednesday 18 April. Free tickets for Alfie Boe can be obtained online or via the Box Office on 08000 147 111 for his performance as part of Ponty's Big Weekend on Sunday 22 July, doors open from 3.30pm.  Everyone must have a ticket to be admitted.  Up to 6 tickets only per person. 2012-04-17T14:42:31+00:00 http://www.rct-arts.org/en/news/audience-reviews-of-bellowhead-live/ http://www.rct-arts.org/en/news/audience-reviews-of-bellowhead-live/#When:17:13:36Z 2012-04-06T17:13:36+00:00 http://www.rct-arts.org/en/news/happy-100th-birthday-park-dare-well-almost/ http://www.rct-arts.org/en/news/happy-100th-birthday-park-dare-well-almost/#When:14:38:58Z Happy 100th Birthday Park & Dare (well, almost – it’s in 2013!)The majestic Park & Dare theatre has been alive with culture, arts and events for almost 100 years.  In 2013 we want to celebrate all the amazing local and international, amateur and professional, large and small cultural performances that have brought the building and the community together as one.Such was the passion for the arts within the community; the theatre was built with the blood and sweat of local miners who donated a penny in the pound of their wage packet to fund its construction.But to celebrate the birthday of a building built by the community, for the community, we need the help of the community and all who have or have had a relationship with this beautiful and unique place…Do you have::Old (or new) photos of the building through the ages…Movie footage of the building…Stories that you have been told by your family…Your own experiences of the Park & Dare, be it on stage or as a part of the audience…Maybe you just want to tell us why the Park & Dare has a special place in your heart…Whatever you can tell us, we’d be fascinated to hear it – we want to build up a collection of stories and comments, photos and film to celebrate the past 100 glorious years and to pass on to the next 100 years… Contact us by:email – arts@rhondda-cynon-taff.co.ukPost – The Marketing Team, The Coliseum Theatre, Mount Pleasant Street, Trecynon, Aberdare, CF44 8NGIn Person – just pop along to see a member of staff at the Park & Dare Theatre or The Coliseum Theatre. 2012-01-09T14:38:58+00:00 http://www.rct-arts.org/en/news/new-spring-season-now-on-sale/ http://www.rct-arts.org/en/news/new-spring-season-now-on-sale/#When:13:58:59Z The new spring season is now on sale, including Early Bird discounts (available from the Box Office only on 08000 147 111 and until 8th February) for: Gretchen Peters        Muscle (drama)             The Outside Track         Bryn Fon a’r Band        Spiro                Cara Dillon            Feast of Fiddles        The Games (drama)        Plus the popular drama bundle is back to save you money! (Only available via the Box Office on 08000 147 111 Download the new brochure from our downloads page 2012-01-09T13:58:59+00:00 http://www.rct-arts.org/en/news/cinderellas-sparkling-media-reviews/ http://www.rct-arts.org/en/news/cinderellas-sparkling-media-reviews/#When:15:18:23Z Cinderella opened at The Coliseum Theatre in Aberdare on Friday 2nd December to amazing reviews and ourtstanding audience feedback:  here's just a brief selection: Media reviews: ‘A production choc full of laughs, music and fun.’ The Echo ‘Nothing short of brilliantly professional.’  The Echo ‘A great show to get you in the festive mood.’ Western Mail ‘Alex Winters had the audience in the palm of his hand.’ Western Mail ‘Bucketloads of laughs’ The Stage ‘hilarious rendition of “The 12 Days of Christmas” has everyone in stitches and is worth the ticket price alone!’ The Stage ‘The whole cast from local dancers through to the west end and Television stars were brilliant.’ BRFM ‘You would have to go a long way to beat RCT’s Cinderella - a stunning fun filled evening.’ BRFM '..moments of theatrical ecstasy!' Theatre in Wales 'This is RCT’s first pantomime. It is to be celebrated, not just what it is but for what it represents. The programme credits the contribution of two hundred and thirteen individuals and acknowledges support from one hundred and twenty-two organisations, the vast majority small local businesses.' Theatre in Wales Audience feedback: ‘Just a quick note to say how fantastic I thought the pantomime was on Friday. My little boy who is three hasn’t stopped talking about it and without a doubt it is the best pantomime I have ever seen.’ ‘We had the most fabulous time and we had a great laugh – Frank in a frock and Alex from CBeebies were a winning combination. You have an outstanding show that you can be proud of.’ ‘Great night on Friday – congratulations on a really excellent performance.’ ‘The best professional pantomime that we’ve seen for years! Book your tickets now as the remaining dates at The Muni and the Park & Dare are selling out!!!! 2011-12-16T15:18:23+00:00 http://www.rct-arts.org/en/news/panto-colouring-competition-for-2-6-year-olds/ http://www.rct-arts.org/en/news/panto-colouring-competition-for-2-6-year-olds/#When:08:34:41Z To celebrate our brand new pantomime Cinderella at the theatres this year, we are running two competitions:   A colouring competition for 2 - 6 year olds (please see below) and a design compeition for 7 - 11 year olds.   Cinderella Colouring competition: On the downloads page you can download and print the colouring competition sheets - a colouring sheet of Cinderella for the girls, and one of Buttons for the boys. Simply download and print off the sheet you want and your little ones can get busy colouring! Then download, print and complete the entry form, again click-through for the form on our downloads page - click here and send to us at the address below to be received BY Friday 25 November: The Marketing Team, c/o The Coliseum Theatre, Mount Pleasant Street, Trecynon, Aberdare CF44 8NG   The prizes: For each category there will be a free family ticket for a performance of your choice (subject to availability) and goody bags and sweets for the kids   The rules: By entering the competition, you are agreeing to the following terms and conditions: Please don't help your children - we want their totally original work! Only one entry per child please Only fully completed entry forms that accompany the colouring sheets in the same envelope will be submitted into the competition We cannot return the entries (sorry!) The judges' decision is final The winners may be presented their prize by a member of the cast and the press may be present at this (all subject to availability) - by entering this competition, you are agreeing to your child being photographed and then this and their name appearing on this website and in any future RCT Cultural Services' publicity, including but not exclusively, emails, websites, newspapers, brochures and magazines. We will display as many entries as possible in the venues and on-line, where possible 2011-10-20T08:34:41+00:00 http://www.rct-arts.org/en/news/exclusive-screening-and-meet-members-from-the-cast-from-risen/ http://www.rct-arts.org/en/news/exclusive-screening-and-meet-members-from-the-cast-from-risen/#When:09:51:45Z Thursday 19 May 7.30pm - EXCLUSIVE SCREENING. Pre-screening talks from cast & crew and see the movie and more... Friday 20 May & Saturday 21 May 7.30pm - See the movie... Further information and to buy online... or call The Coliseum for further information on 01685 882380. Certificate 12 2011-05-16T09:51:45+00:00 http://www.rct-arts.org/en/news/enter-the-sonig-original-singer-songwriter-competition/ http://www.rct-arts.org/en/news/enter-the-sonig-original-singer-songwriter-competition/#When:09:47:08Z Sonig Youth Music Industry and The Muni Arts Centre present - The Original Singer-Songwriter Competition. Daytime Open Auditions on Wednesday 1 June & Thursday 2 June Competition Event on Friday 3 June 7.00pm WIN: Sunday slot performing to 1000's at Ponty's Big Weekend!         EP Recording!         Photoshoot and feature in 'Plugged In' magazine! Further information...   2011-05-16T09:47:08+00:00