Arts Scene in Wales

The Authentic Representation of Artists and Critics in Wales. Arts Scene in Wales serves as the central hub for art reviews in the region, offering a space for artists to express their ideas and opinions. What sets us apart is our commitment to providing reviewers from various backgrounds a chance to voice their perspectives while also allowing artists to speak freely, free from the influence of public funding, commercial interests, or political pressures. Additionally, we proudly cover works in both English and Welsh, offering reviews in both languages.

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Rehearsal images from Nye's 2025 revival

6 days ago | asiw.co.uk | Mike Smith

An exclusive first look at rehearsals for the hugely anticipated Nye, starring Michael Sheen, has been been released by The National Theatre and Wales Millennium Centre. Following sell-out shows and rave reviews, Nye returns to Wales Millennium Centre’s Donald Gordon Theatre this summer. Featuring Welsh legend Michael Sheen, Nye tells the story of Aneurin “Nye” Bevan, who helped to transform the lives of millions by founding the NHS.
Cast announced for Fiddler on the Roof

1 week ago | asiw.co.uk | Mike Smith

Final casting has been announced for the UK & Ireland tour of the critically acclaimed production of Fiddler on the Roof which is at the New Theatre, Cardiff between November 18 and 22. This celebrated revival, featuring a cast of exceptional performers, has captivated audiences and critics alike during its West End run.
Tickets on sale for Cowbridge Music Festival

1 week ago | asiw.co.uk | Mike Smith

Tickets are now on sale for Cowbridge Music Festival. The festival runs from September 12 to 21 presenting an eclectic and vibrant line-up across ten days this September, blending chamber music tradition with innovation, Welsh cultural heritage, and global musical influences. This year’s programme showcases a wealth of Welsh talent, from Sinfonia Cymru’s Seascapes and a new festival commission by John Metcalf to appearances by Dafydd Jones, Kat Rees, and folk trio Vrï.
Amadeus, Everyman Theatre, Cardiff

Feb 6, 2025 | asiw.co.uk | Dan Ford |Mike Smith

Everyman does not shy away from work that requires exceptionally strong character actor and this is certainly the case with the Peter Schaffer play Amadeus. Productions of the play always suffer from the fact that the film version is so well known, and frankly brilliant, and comparisons are pointless. The only real similarities are that the two leading male roles require superlative acting.
Ross Hicks Trio at Abergavenny

Jan 27, 2025 | asiw.co.uk | Dan Ford |Nigel Jarrett

Before the 1960s – and a while after that in most places – a jazz piano trio consisted of a pianist doing nearly all the work and a bassist and drummer simply underpinning the tempo and rhythm. Now and then, the last two were allotted solo spots, often out of deference to skill sets buried in routine and repetitive accompaniment. Everything changed with the Bill Evans Trio.
Art Scene in Wales

Dec 8, 2024 | asiw.co.uk | Dan Ford |Mike Smith

Alternative CabaretWales Millennium CentreWeston StudioIt must be very difficult trying to present yourselves as “alternative” when you are the new normal. Had the show been about, say, a heterosexual relationship involving people happy with their gender we would have all been shocked and wowed by the bravery of presenting something running against the theatrical norm. But we were not. There really wasn’t anything subversive or different about this show.
I Pagliacci, Mid Wales Opera

Dec 3, 2024 | asiw.co.uk | Dan Ford |Nigel Jarrett

Abergavenny Borough TheatreMid Wales Opera is like many other touring companies in scaling down for relatively small venues those works written to fill out bigger ones; but, unlike most of them, it has made an art and a virtue of miniaturisation.
Major boost in ticket sales for MWO's 2024 tour

Nov 29, 2024 | asiw.co.uk | Dan Ford |Mike Smith

Touring across Wales and the Borders, visiting 12 local venues which are rooted in their community, the Mid Wales Opera 2024 SmallStages tour of Pagliacci saw a 37% increase in average ticket sales per venue compared to the previous year.
Bernstein, Barber, Schubert: Welsh National Opera Orchestra, Nicky Spence - Art Scene in Wales

Nov 13, 2024 | asiw.co.uk | Dan Ford |Mike Smith

Welsh National Opera Orchestra, Nicky Spence. Dora Stoutzker Hall, Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama, CardiffCarlo Rizzi’s conducting was the star of the night, showcasing his mastery and the strength of the orchestra across three very different pieces. He began with the overture to Bernstein’s “Candide” a jaunty opener that cannot fail to entertain any audience with its easily accessible frivolity. Rizzi set a sparking, electric pace right from the start.
WMC announce a digital venue for storytelling as arts cuts continue

Nov 5, 2024 | asiw.co.uk | Dan Ford |Mike Smith

Wales Millennium Centre (WMC) has announced a digital-first performance venue providing a platform for storytelling through emerging technology. The new site will include a 550-capacity space dedicated to explorie immersive experiences, as well as facilities for production, rehearsal and training, and will be the first stand-alone building that WMC has added since being opened in 2014.