News
Musical Stage Show, Featuring Disney Classics, comes to Wales
FANS of the songs of the Oscar-winning brothers, Richard M. Sherman and Robert B. Sherman including classics from Disney films such as Mary Poppins, The Jungle Book, Bedknobs & Broomsticks, Winnie the Pooh and The Aristocats, as well as other classics such as Charlotte’s Web and Chitty Chitty Bang Bang will be delighted to know that a fantastic show, A Spoonful of Sherman will be arriving at the Swansea Grand Theatre this April.
A Spoonful of Sherman is a new musical stage show currently on a UK tour to celebrate 100 years of Sherman family history, and lands in Wales next month. Al Sherman, the father of the famous Sherman brothers, began his career in 1918, and went on to write songs for the likes of Ella Fitzgerald and Frank Sinatra. The cast of five tell the story of the Sherman family legacy and sing through well-known songs from the Sherman brothers’ impressive repertoire.
This exhilarating new show stars a wealth of musical talent – the cast are; musician/songwriter Mark Read, member of the smash hit number one boyband A1; Olivier Award nominated Sophie-Louise Dann, whose West End credits include: Celia in The Girls; Bend it Like Beckham, Made In Dagenham, Lend Me a Tenor, 42nd Street, and Jolson; recent graduates Glen Facey and Jenna Innes; and musical director and performer Ben Stock, who has numerous West End credits to his name.
The double Oscar-winning Sherman Brothers – Richard M Sherman & Robert B Sherman – remain one of the most formidable songwriting teams in family entertainment history. From 1964 onwards their unparalleled partnership produced music, songs and scores for dozens of films, particularly many of Disney’s best loved titles including Mary Poppins, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, The Jungle Book, Bedknobs & Broomsticks, Charlotte’s Web, and The Aristocats. The highly prolific brothers were the sons of the great Al Sherman, who wrote songs for the likes of Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald and many singers of the golden American Songbook period of the 1930s-1950s.
Robert J Sherman, son of Robert B. Sherman and a successful composer in his own right, brings the compelling story of one family’s century-long, award-winning musical journey to UK audiences in 2018. Three generations of Sherman songwriters are brought to life in this delightful show, which includes songs from Robert J. Sherman’s own charming musical, Love Birds, which premiered at the Edinburgh Fringe in 2015.
A SPOONFUL OF SHERMAN tour dates:
- March 8th-10th – Inverness Eden Court
- March 12th-14th – Darlington Hippodrome
- March 16th-17th – East Grinstead, Chequer Mead
- March 20th-21st – Guildford, Yvonne Arnaud Theatre
- March 22nd-24th – Windsor Theatre Royal
- March 26th-30th – London Greenwich Theatre (PRESS NIGHT: March 27th)
- April 2nd – Buxton Opera House
- April 5th-7th – Swansea Grand Theatre
- April 10th-11th – Harrogate Theatre
- April 12th-13th – Southport Atkinson Theatre
- April 15th-17th – Hornchurch Essex, Queen’s Theatre
- April 18th-20th – Isle of Wight, Shanklin Theatre
- April 23rd-24th – Newport Riverfront Theatre
- April 25th-26th – Yeovil Somerset, Octagon Theatre
- April 30th-May 1st – Swindon, Wyvern Theatre
- May 7th-9th – Lincoln Theatre Royal
- May 14th-15th – Weston Super Mare, Playhouse Theatre
- May 16th-18th – Exeter Northcott Theatre
Charity
Music event to support disabled access project at Dale seafront
A CHARITY concert aimed at improving access to the coast for disabled people is set to take place at Dale Seafront later this month.
The event, called Music for Changing Places, will be held on Saturday, June 27, and will raise money for a new toilet and changing facility designed to help disabled people enjoy time on the water and at the beach.
Organisers say the project will support greater accessibility in Dale, helping more people enjoy watersports and the coastline through specialist facilities and equipment.
The afternoon and evening event will feature a range of live music acts, with free admission for visitors, although donations will be welcomed to support the cause.
Music will begin at 2:30pm with performances from the Music for Fun group, followed by the Cleddau Flutes at 3:45pm.
At 5:00pm, the Malva Ukrainian band will take to the stage, before the day concludes with folk music from the Varifolkals folk band at 6:15pm.
The fundraiser is linked to the Dale Changing Places project, which aims to create a specialist accessible toilet and changing facility for disabled visitors, helping ensure more people can enjoy Pembrokeshire’s coastline regardless of mobility needs.
The project also supports accessible water activities, with adapted equipment helping disabled users get onto the water safely.
Organisers are encouraging residents and visitors to attend, enjoy an afternoon of music by the sea, and support a cause designed to make Dale more inclusive for everyone.

Community
Christians gather at Pembroke Castle for day of prayer and praise
HUNDREDS of worshippers gathered at Pembroke Castle today for a major Christian event bringing churches together from across Pembrokeshire and beyond.
The Picnic, Prayer and Praise event took place on Sunday (Jun 14), with people invited to bring chairs, blankets and picnics for an afternoon of worship inside one of Wales’ most historic castles.

The event was led by Sound of Wales, alongside local churches, and also included Korean Christians from London who took part in their own distinctive style.
The programme began at 1:00pm, with free entry for worshippers between 12 noon and 5:00pm.

Organisers said the aim was to unite Christians in prayer for Pembrokeshire and Wales, while celebrating faith through music, worship and fellowship.
Castle Trustee Roger Baker previously described the gathering as “an extraordinary opportunity to unite Christians in one of the great castles of Wales.”

He said: “What a way to give Pembrokeshire a united voice of praise to our God and our Lord Jesus Christ.”
The event has become a growing fixture in the Pembrokeshire Christian calendar, with previous gatherings attracting large crowds despite challenging weather.
Today’s event made full use of the castle’s dramatic setting, with worshippers gathering within the ancient walls for an afternoon of praise, reflection and community.

Community
Milford Haven School pupil praised after stepping in during real-life emergency
A YEAR 11 pupil at Milford Haven School has been praised after putting his first aid training into action to help an injured member of the public following an accident.
Aryan, who is currently working towards lifesaving qualifications, including first aid training, found himself faced with a real emergency when a woman suffered a head injury after a fall.
Rather than panic, the teenager stepped in immediately and calmly took control of the situation.
According to Milford Haven School, Aryan used a first aid kit to treat the injury, helped make the woman comfortable, and provided clear aftercare advice while remaining calm and compassionate throughout the incident.
School staff said his actions demonstrated maturity, confidence and professionalism beyond his years.
Applying first aid in a genuine emergency can be far more challenging than practising in a classroom setting, but Aryan rose to the occasion and put his training into practice when it mattered most.
Milford Haven School said it was “incredibly proud” of the Year 11 pupil, describing him as “a fantastic example of courage, responsibility and care for others.”
The school added that Aryan’s response showed the importance of young people learning practical lifesaving skills and highlighted the positive impact they can have within the community.
Da iawn, Aryan — a credit to Milford Haven School and the wider community.
Photo caption: Helping hand: Year 11 pupil Aryan has been praised after using his first aid training to help an injured member of the public following a fall (Pic: Milford Haven School).
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