A group of primary school children from Upper Rhymney are about to host a new production of Cinderella, with help from their local police officers and the Arts Council of Wales.
Upper Rhymney Primary School will be holding their show tonight as part of the Upper Rhymney ‘Night-Out’ Young Promoters scheme, which is run by the Arts Council of Wales along with Gwent Police. The project helps officers to engage with young people in the area and helps to bring popular shows into local community settings.
Over the last month the group of young children, aged between nine and 11, have been attending weekly after-school workshops in preparation to host the show and learn new skills. The children have been approaching local companies for sponsorship, inviting VIPs, marketing and selling the tickets as well as arranging the refreshments.
The group have also attended Bryn Meadows Golf Club to meet with the management to learn more about running events.
Set in the present day, Cinderella and Prince Charming, now older and bankrupt are touring village halls with a cart, attempting to scratch a living with an ancient karaoke machine. Throughout the evening, with the wisdom of hindsight, they tell their well-loved story through re-enactment, dance and the rocking 70s hits that brought them together. The evening draws to a romantic end, reminding us all that you’re never too old for love.
Tickets cost £2.50 for children or £3.50 for adults and can be purchased in advanced at Upper Rhymney Primary School.
Doors open from: 5.30pm with the show starting at 6pm.
For more information contact Senior Area Officer, Special Constable Christine Smith on 07855 539250.