A group of primary school children from Maesycwmmer will host a new Cinderella, with a little help from their local police officers and the Arts Council of Wales.
The popular production, which will at Maesycwmmer Primary School on Wednesday November 3, has been cleverly adapted to a 1970s version of the classic.
The children are hosting the show as part of the Maesycwmmer ‘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.
On the night Maesycwmmer ‘Night-Out’ Young Promoters will take charge in running events, helping the performers of Fairgame Theatre to set up, organising the front of house, welcoming the audience by making speeches and tidying up at the end.
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.
Ystrad Mynach Neighbourhood Police Team along with Senior Area Officer Christine Smith have been assisting the young people on the project.
Special Constable Smith said: “They have all worked really hard over the last few weeks to help bring the show to the Maesycwmmer community, and they have all taken their responsibilities seriously.
“It’s a great way for us to strengthen links with local young people and I hope that they have
picked up new skills along the way. I’m sure the local community will be out to offer their support on the night.”
Tickets cost £3 for children and £4 for adults and are available in advance from Maesyycmmer Primary School.
Doors open from 6pm with the show due to start at 6.30pm.
For more information contact Senior Area Officer, Special Constable Christine Smith on 07855 539250.