Shows | Mewn Cymeriad

10 Stories from Welsh History (That Everyone Should Know)

Come and learn about people and events from Welsh history in this special interactive workshop; stories of oppression and freedom, adventures and rebellion, tragedy and celebration.

Betty Campbell – A Journey through Butetown

Who was Betty Campbell? And what was so special about her home, Tiger Bay? Learn about the first historical Welsh woman to be celebrated with a statue.

A letter to Sir Ifan ab Owen Edwards

What would Sir Ifan think of the Urdd today? A lot has changed since he and his wife, Eirys, established this unique organisation a century ago.

Remember Tryweryn

What’s the cost of water? Learn the harrowing story of the drowning of the Tryweryn Valley.

Llywelyn – The Last Prince of Wales?

Llywelyn ap Gruffudd, the grandson of Llywelyn the Great, Prince of Gwynedd, Lord of Snowdon, Prince of Pura Walia, Tywysog Cymru.

Dic Penderyn – The People’s Hero

We’ll take you back to Victorian times at Merthyr Tudful, 1831, in the company of Dic Penderyn.

Dafydd ap -The Mabinogion Stories

Join the bard and rapper, Dafydd ap, as he tries to find his way from Aberystwyth to Gwent to meet his generous sponsor, Ifor.

David Davies, Llandinam – Wales’ First Tycoon

Meet one of the most important figures in the history of the Industrial Revolution as well as one of Wales’ greatest entrepreneurs.

The Welsh language – What a journey!

Discover the history of the Welsh language in the company of the expert, Mr R. Ben Igwr.

Glenys Myfanwy – Living Through the Blitz

During the Second World War, the Luftwaffe attacked the city of Swansea for three consecutive nights, known today as ‘The Three Nights’ Blitz’: a unique event in Wales’ history during WWII.

Henry Tudor. Welsh hero or traitor?

With a great deal of help from Welsh soldiers at Bosworth Field, Henry beat Richard lll to become King of England.

T. Llew’s Treasures

Have you ever worn a traditional Welsh outfit for St David’s Day? Discover how this tradition first came about!

Lady Llanover – Wales’ First Fashion Icon

Have you ever worn a traditional Welsh outfit for St David’s Day? Discover how this tradition first came about!

Hedd Wyn – Why we must never forget.

Over a hundered years since the since the death and Eisteddfod achievement of chief poet Hedd Wyn, here’s a chance to learn about his heartbreaking but inspiring story.

Black Bart – Cunning Pirate of the Caribbean

Come and meet the most successful and flamboyant real-life pirate of them all – Black Bart!

Roald Dahl – Imagine That!

Originally commissioned by the Welsh Books Council as part of the Roald Dahl 100 celebrations, this show encourages children to read.

Owain Glyndŵr – The Rebel Prince of Wales

After years of oppression by the Marcher Lords and the English crown, one brave Welshman decided enough was enough.

William Jones – On board the Mimosa

Over a hundred and fifty years ago a brave band of Welsh men, women and children sailed on the Mimosa to the other side of the world in search of a better life.

Bishop William Morgan

When he died in 1604, Bishop William Morgan, was a poor man. However, he also left the nation a priceless treasure – a Welsh translation of the Bible.

Mary Jones – My Footprint

Why would anyone want to walk 26 miles without shoes?

Hari Lute – The Story of Llywelyn the Great

Meet Hari Lute – a musician at Llywelyn the Great’s court. Hari, through music and drama will relay the story of Llywelyn the Great

Boudicca. The Warrior Queen

Wife. Mother. Quaeen. Guardian of her people.
Or…
A crazy warmongering woman with a taste for Roman blood.

Thomas Telford – Discovering Pontcysyllte

In this show Thomas Telford returns to Wales once again after hearing that his masterpiece – the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct – has won a World Heritage Site award.

William Jones – The man who introduced ∏ to the World

A show that weaves history, fun and equations!

Who wants to go to sea?

Eliseus Evans’ dream was to become a ship’s Captain. He’s a sailor on the Amlwch Rose, a scooner that carried copper during the Industrial Revolution, a period which led the way for modern day Wales.

Our Senedd

The Senedd. What is it? Where is it ? And why is it considered as one of Wales’ most important buildings?

Kate Roberts, 1947

A show that follows the life of one of Wales’ most important authors – Kate Roberts.

Robert Recorde – What’s the Problem?

A Welshman with a problem and he’s here to set the record straight.

Lord Rhys. Saviour of the Deheubarth

He held the first ever Eisteddfod at his grand castle in Cardigan in 1176!

A word from the schools…