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Our arts bloggers comment on the latest culture and entertainment in Wales: film and cinema, exhibitions, books and literature, comedy, television, events, festivals and more.

Nicola Heywood Thomas

Cappuccino Girls at Swansea's Grand Theatre

The multi-talented Mal Pope's new musical is at the Grand Theatre in ... more

By: Nicola Heywood Thomas

Books and literature

Dylan Thomas

Dylan Thomas

Explore the life and times of one of Wales' best-known writers.

Film and cinema

Richard Burton

Richard Burton

A titan of 20th century cinema, equally known for his turbulent private life.

Image of a pen lying on an old piece of parchment

Early Welsh literature

Welsh literature has a long and impressive history. Discover some of Wales' earliest poets, learn about poetry through the ages, and find out more about the myth-filled Mabinogion and legends of Arthur and Merlin.

Stage and screen

Joanna Page

Joanna Page

The Mumbles-born star of the hit comedy series Gavin & Stacey.

Visual arts

Photograph of Alfred Sisley

Alfred Sisley

The only major Impressionist artist to work in Wales.

Musical theatre

Connie Fisher on stage with children

A song and dance

From Maria to the Phantom, how Welsh stars have brought song to the stage.

Comedy

Terry Jones

Terry Jones

The former Python who's turned his hand to writing, directing and acting.

Children's arts

Child dressed as a squirrel

Tellytales

Retelling myths and legends from around the world.

Fashion

Julien Macdonald

Julien Macdonald

The celebrated fashion designer who has worked for Chanel and Givenchy.

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