The Gwydyr forest is set to become filled with vibrant colours, tantalising tastes and enticing aromas at the end of this month, as Cynefin Theatre Company return to stage their new production.
'Alban Hefin' (The Light of Summer) is a performance which is celebrating the people, produce, and environment of the Llanrwst area, set within the context of a fantasy festival. It is being held in June, as this is the time of year traditionally viewed as a time of celebration.
Jacqui Banks of Cynefin explains; 'Midsummer is a time when flowers are at their brightest, the days are long and the weather mild, the perfect time to spend time enjoying festivities'.
The performance, to be held at the Caerdroia Labyrinth will be created through collaboration with local arts practioners and businesses, in a new interpretation of the traditional summer fair. The artists are being asked to create unique ‘stalls’, in response to the local businesses goods. These ‘stalls’ are places where you will discover exclusive performances and the opportunity to buy a range of products.
This will be Cynefin's fifth production at the site and they are returning due to popular demand. The labyrinth has a keen audience following, it's unique location and engaging performances make it something people remember for months afterwards.
Ceri Rimmer, one of the Cynefin's directors explains that 'We are really excited by the concept of this years performance, we wanted to celebrate the Labyrinth and the local area. We feel that everyone will be surprised to discover how much creative talent, and high quality produce can be found in such a small area, and hope that this relaxed and fun labyrinth event will be as enjoyable as our previous productions. Another of our aims is that this performance will encourage the audience to support the local producers, after the event.'
The event is presented by Golygfa Gwydyr community group who manage the Caerdroia site. Wyn Roberts, their development officer says…. 'The tradition of performing in hilltop labyrinths was 200 years an annual event. Alban Hefin and other recent performances at the Caerdroia is re embedding this lost heritage in a relevant and popular way for modern audiences’.
Audience members can expect the unexpected as they wander the mile long path of the labyrinth, and everything they will encounter will be interactive which is sure to make it a fun day out for the family.
'Alban Hefin' is running for two days only, the 28th and 29th of June from 1pm-7pm, and costs £8 for adults and £6 for children.
There will be a bus provided to take visitors up to the labyrinth; but you may also enjoy the invigorating walk through the forest.
Booking is recommended, contact: 01492 642 357.
Alban Hefin is funded by Awards for All Wales, Conwy County Borough Council and Arts Council Wales
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