Tom Foolery’s Beans on Toast at The Grand Pavilion
Bursting with magic, silliness, music and much more, Beans on Toast is sure to be a hit with all the family this half-term, young or old. With over 12 years’ experience entertaining children, Tom’s antics and tricks are for all ages, even the grown-ups. If you are looking for a fun few hours with lots of slapstick entertainment, this energetic show is certain to put a smile on your family’s face.
Sunday 24th February at 11am. You can book tickets for £6.50 per person at www.grandpavilion.co.uk.
Kev F’s Comic Art Masterclass at Maesteg Town Hall
Having previously written and drawn for The Beano, Doctor Who and Marvel comics, he will now teach you how easy it is to do so too!
Join us at Maesteg Town Hall this February half-term for an exciting workshop perfect for young creatives. Everyone will go away with a comic made by everyone in the class plus an individual caricature by Kev F himself!
You never know, you may grow up to steal his job!
Monday 25th February at 10am and 13:30pm. Book tickets online for £6.50 at www.maestegtownhall.co.uk or by calling 01656 815995.
Nest Box Building at Bryngarw Country Park
You can encourage birds into your garden this spring by providing plenty of spaces to nest. This will bring you a plethora of fascinating bird behaviour to watch, all whilst encouraging your children to learn about the fabulous wildlife we have living in South Wales.
To get started, join our park rangers this February half-term and build your own nest box. All materials are provided for the activity and it’s a great way to keep the little ones occupied.
Monday 25th and Wednesday 27th February from 10am-3pm. Slots to build the birdboxes are scheduled every 10 minutes. To book online visit www.bryngarwcountrypark.co.uk or call our box office; number above.
Children’s Willow Weaving Workshops at Bryngarw Country Park
Are you looking for an activity to get your children creative this half-term? Our team at Awen have organised for the fantastic Out to Learn Willow group to lead a workshop that will demonstrate how to make fun and exciting willow crafts. From butterflies and fish to hearts and swords, children will have the chance to get creative and take home each of their fabulous creations.
Tuesday 26th February from 11am-1pm. You can book tickets at www.bryngarwcountrypark.co.uk.
Daytime & Evening Cinema: A Star is Born at Maesteg Town Hall
Age Rating – 15
A remake of the 1937 film, A Star Is Born is a 2018 American Musical Romantic Drama starting Bradley Cooper and Lady Gaga as its main characters. The film follows a hard-drinking musician (Cooper) who discovers and falls in love with a young singer.
Chosen by the American Film Institude as one of the Top 10 films of 2018, this title has received numerous accolades including five nominations at the Golden Globe Awards including Best Motion Picture and winning Best Original Song for Gaga’s “Shallow”.
The daytime showing of this film is on Wednesday 27th February at 11am. Meanwhile, the evening showing of this title is on Thursday 28th February at 8pm. Tickets for both showings can be purchased online at www.maestegtownhall.co.uk.
A Cabinet of Curiosities at Bridgend Library
Perfect for all ages from young to old, all creaking hinges and dusty cobwebs are prised open in this entertaining theatre, revealing lots of magical stories, songs, crankies and illuminations amongst the library shelves.
Organised as part of our Live and Loud programme across Bridgend libraries, this imaginative piece will be set right in the heart of the library where imaginations run wild.
Thursday 28th February at 14:00pm. Tickets can be purchased online at awen-libraries.ticketsolve.com/shows with a £1.50 discount for library members.
A Chorus Line Presented by Bridgend Youth Theatre at Grand Pavilion Porthcawl
Renowned for being the Longest Running Show in Broadway History, this title is guaranteed to take The Grand Pavilion audience on a heart-rendering, nail biting roller-coaster of emotions.
Join us on a theatrical and musical journey where potential performers are put through their paces to find out if they have got what it takes to be in a Broadway Chorus Line.
Presented by the brilliantly talented Bridgend Youth Theatre.
Friday 1st at 19:30pm and Saturday 2nd March at 14:30pm and 19:30pm. Tickets are online at www.grandpavilion.co.uk.
Ned and the Whale at Maesteg Town Hall
During a fishy tail of magic and adventure, Ned and the Whale will scoop up its audience and sail you away on a quest to help Ned find his courage. Discover the truth behind the mysterious Kingdom of Spies whilst encountering strange lands, soaring the sky and jumping feet first into a magical journey.
Having been described as a “spellbinding show that allows you to leap fearlessly into the far reaches of your imagination”, this title of imaginative storytelling will keep its audience captivated from start to finish.
Sunday 3rd March at 2pm. Buy your tickets whilst you can at www.maestegtownhall.co.uk.
Guaranteed to include entertainment, laughter and spark imaginations, be sure to check out further details for these brilliant half-term events!
You might wonder why everything is for the kids, but don’t worry we’ve got the adults covered too. Click here to read our ‘Escape the kids this half-term’ blog.
