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A vibrant arts and community centre situated in the Upper Swansea Valleys. We offer a varied programme of high quality live theatre, live broadcasts, live music, comedy, film and exhibitions.

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EVENTS COMING UP...

Live Events

Glantawe Theatre Company: Aladdin

Thu 24 Jan - Sun 27 Jan

Following last years' sell out run, the Glantawe Theatre Company are proud to present Aladdin and His Magic Lamp!

Live Broadcasts

ROH: La Traviata

Wed 30 Jan

RICHARD EYRE’S BEAUTIFUL PRODUCTION PROVIDES THE PERFECT SETTING FOR VERDI’S OPERA ABOUT A COURTESAN WHO SACRIFICES ALL FOR LOVE. From…

Live Broadcasts

NTLive: I’m Not Running

Thu 31 Jan

National Theatre Live presents: I’m Not Running I’m Not Running is an explosive new play by David Hare, premiering at the…

Stan and Ollie at The Welfare Ystradgynlais, Swansea

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Stan & Ollie (PG)

Fri 1 Feb - Thu 7 Feb

Laurel and Hardy — the world’s greatest comedy team — face an uncertain future as their golden era of Hollywood…

The Favourite at The Welfare Ystradgynlais, Swansea

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The Favourite (15)

Fri 8 Feb - Mon 11 Feb

Early 18th century. England is at war with the French. Nevertheless, duck racing and pineapple eating are thriving. A frail…

Live Broadcasts

Andre Rieu – 2019 New Year’s Concert from Sydney

Sun 10 Feb

One of Event Cinema’s biggest names, André Rieu, returns with a major new production this New Year’s 2019! ‘The King…

Gwyl Gymraeg Ystradgynlais at The Welfare Ystradgynlais, Swansea

Live Events

Gŵyl Gymraeg Ystradgynlais

Wed 13 Feb - Sat 16 Feb

Mike Doyle in Concert – Wednesday 13th February 2019 Doors Open: 6.30pm | Show Starts: 7.30pm An evening of comedy…

Colette at The Welfare Ystradgynlais, Swansea

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Colette (15)

Mon 18 Feb - Thu 21 Feb

After moving to Paris, author Sidonie-Gabrielle Colette agrees to ghostwrite a semi-autobiographical novel for her husband. Its success soon inspires…

Education & Outreach

The Welfare, has a long history of working our local community and beyond through a variety of artforms. Take a look at some of the projects we have undertaken with a range of partners…

Education and Outreach at The Welfare Ystradgynlais, Swansea - Twenty 16

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With a variety of flexible spaces located in the centre of town, The Welfare is the perfect venue for your business or personal events, however big or small!