Fiddler on the Roof has arrived at Cardiff’s New Theatre for a short run, and if the opening night is anything to go by, seats will be hard to find. Fresh from the West End, and already a multi Olivier Award winner, this production proves exactly why it caused such a stir in London. I went in with only a passing knowledge of the music and a few stories from my husband about his school choir production. I left completely taken in. The performance ended with a standing ovation and it was well deserved. The story telling, the voices and…
Author: Carol Gregory
Carol Gregory
Guest features writer.
Amazing, emotional, creative and utterly captivating, that’s how I’d begin to describe War Horse at the Wales Millennium Centre, which runs in Cardiff until 25 October. If you’ve read Michael Morpurgo’s powerful novel or seen the film, you’ll know the story of Joey, the horse whose journey from a Devon farm to the battlefields of the First World War has captured hearts around the world. I read the book years ago, a beautifully illustrated edition by French artist François Place, but this was the first time my grandson and I had seen the stage version. This is the National Theatre’s…
Sir Tom Jones has closed out his European tour in the most fitting way possible – headlining two unforgettable nights at Cardiff Castle. The Welsh music legend brought his Defy Explanation Tour to the capital, with the first night a complete sell-out and the second set to welcome thousands more fans. As part of the TK Maxx Depot Live series, the concerts follow a summer of top-tier performances in the Castle grounds, but few could match the electricity of seeing Wales’ most iconic voice back on home soil. A stellar supporting line-up The evening began with Ben Ellis, a Cardiff-born…
The iconic grounds of Cardiff Castle were transformed into a synth-pop sanctuary last night as the Pet Shop Boys brought their DREAMWORLD – The Greatest Hits Live tour to the Welsh capital. Organised by Depot Live, the event marked another stellar addition to a summer packed with musical highlights in the city. Opening the evening was legendary DJ and Radio 1 favourite Dave Pearce, who took to the stage at 7pm. With decades of experience behind the decks, including his first international gig at the age of 17 in Mumbai. Pearce proved the perfect warm-up act. His energetic set spanned…
It’s been five decades since Stevie Wonder last graced Cardiff, but on Wednesday 9th July 2025, he returned, and what a return it was. Taking to the stage at Blackweir as part of his Love, Light and Sound tour, the legendary artist delivered an unforgettable evening that felt more like a spiritual journey than a concert. From the moment he appeared, guided by his son and daughter, who later showcased impressive vocal talents of their own, the crowd was electric. The atmosphere was charged with emotion, reverence and overwhelming joy. As someone lucky enough to be there, it felt truly…
Alan Ayckbourn has long been known for peeling back the comfortable façades of middle-class life to expose the discomfort within, and Just Between Ourselves is no exception. Currently showing at New Theatre Cardiff from 3rd to 5th July, this darkly comic play treads a fine line between laughter and quiet despair — and in this new touring production, directed with poignancy and restraint by Michael Cabot, it is nothing short of compelling. Set in 1976, the play unfolds over four distinct scenes — each tied to a birthday — in the home of Dennis and Vera, a setting brought to…
Set against the stunning backdrop of Cardiff Castle, Depot Live at the Castle 2025 is officially underway and what a way to kick off the summer. If you’re local and love live music, there’s no need to look elsewhere. But if you’re from outside Wales, this is the perfect time to visit our capital city and experience a warm Welsh welcome (croeso) along with our passion for live music. With an incredible line-up featuring the likes of Snow Patrol – who opened the series Thursday night to rave reviews read here– to icons such as Stevie Wonder, Sir Tom Jones,…
A gripping psychological thriller brought to life on stage, The Girl on the Train is a masterclass in book-to-theatre adaptation. Based on Paula Hawkins’ bestselling novel, which has sold over 20 million copies worldwide, this new stage production promises suspense, drama, and a performance that keeps you guessing until the very end—and it certainly delivers. We’d like to extend our thanks to the New Theatre for inviting us along to this powerful production. For those unfamiliar, the story follows Rachel Watson, a troubled alcoholic whose daily train journeys to London become an unhealthy obsession with a seemingly perfect couple she…
A packed house welcomed the opening night of Little Women at Cardiff’s New Theatre, as Anne-Marie Casey’s beautiful new adaptation breathed fresh life into Louisa May Alcott’s beloved classic. Directed by Loveday Ingram – best known for Rebus: A Game Called Malice and the upcoming The Girl on the Train, which arrives at the venue in May 2025 – this production captures the enduring charm and emotional depth of the March sisters’ world. Drawing inspiration from Alcott’s own upbringing, Little Women follows the lives of Jo, Meg, Beth and Amy March as they navigate the trials of adolescence and womanhood…
New Theatre Cardiff plays host to a striking and thought-provoking adaptation of The Merchant of Venice 1936, delivering a fresh perspective on Shakespeare’s classic by placing it within the turbulent political landscape of 1930s London. Starring Tracy-Ann Oberman as Shylock, this production, adapted by Brigid Larmour and Oberman herself, has captivated audiences across the UK, including a sold-out run in London’s West End. Now, this must-see production arrives in Cardiff, promising an unforgettable experience. A Riveting Performance, Even with a Last-Minute Change On the opening night at Cardiff New Theatre, the role of Shylock was unexpectedly played by understudy Evie…