Saturday 19th June DIE MEISTERSINGER VON NURNBERG £89.50 Stalls seats for the matinee performance at the Wales Millennium Centre. Sunday 27th June GILBERT & SULLIVAN AT GRIM’S DYKE £59.50 A unique day out featuring a tour of the former home and garden of WS Gilbert and traditional afternoon cream tea followed by excerpts from the ‘Pirates of Penzance’. Monday 28th – Tuesday 29th June ROYAL ALBERT HALL GRAND OPERA GALA £109.50 Includes reserved seats for the Opera Gala at the Royal Albert Hall featuring Alfie Boe (Tenor), Natasha Marsh (Soprano) accompanied by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and the Royal Choral Society. On Tuesday, travel homeward via the scenic A40 with an extended break at the charming Cotswold town of Burford. At a 3* hotel near Heathrow (HB). Wednesday 7th – Friday 9th July NORTH WALES & LLANGOLLEN INTERNATIONAL EISTEDFODD £199.50 Includes reserved seats for the colourful folk dance and song competitions. We include visits to Erddig House, Powis Castle and Chester. At the 3* Rossett Hall Hotel (HB). Reduction for NT members. Wednesday 7th July LLANGOLLEN INTERNATIONAL EISTEDFODD £43.50 Day tour to Llangollen International Eisteddfod (entry and reserved seats for the colourful folk dance and song competitions). Saturday 10th July ROMEO & JULIET £49.50 Stalls seats at the Wales Millennium Centre performed by the Birmingham Royal Ballet (M). Tuesday 20th July LONDON THEATRE DAY TOUR £59.50 THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA (M).
Saturday 31st July – Sunday 1st August SIDMOUTH FESTIVAL & DEVON £97.50 Visit the Jurassic Coastline of Devon and extended visit to Sidmouth during the Folk Festival. Overnight accommodation near Exeter (EB). Sunday 1st August SIDMOUTH FESTIVAL £18.50 Britain’s floral resort resounds to the sound of music and dancing during folk week. Wednesday 18th August SHAKESPEARE’S GLOBE £59.50 Matinee performance (to be advised).
Wednesday 18th August LONDON THEATRE DAY TOUR - LOVE NEVER DIES £97.50 Matinee performance of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s sequel to The Phantom of The Opera, which promises to be a box office smash.
Monday 30th – Tuesday 31st August BANK HOLIDAY LONDON BREAK - LOVE NEVER DIES £159.50 Includes an evening performance of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s sequel to The Phantom of The Opera which promises to be a box office smash. There will also be time for shopping and to visit the museums and art galleries. At a 4* central London hotel (EB). Thursday 9th September LONDON THEATRE DAY TOUR £69.50 Matinee performances of War Horse, a poignant musical melodrama or the Broadway smash Legally Blonde.
Wednesday 15th September LONDON THEATRE DAY TOUR £69.50 Matinee performance of Sister Act or Les Miserables. Thursday 16th September GRACE KELLY – ‘STYLE FOR A HOLLYWOOD PRINCESS’ £59.50 Featuring displays of her dresses and memorabilia at the V&A Museum and afternoon tea at Harrods. Thursday 16th September LONDON THEATRE DAY TOUR £69.50 Matinee performances of Billy Elliot or Priscilla, Queen of The Desert Sunday 19th – Monday 20th September LONDON BREAK West End Musicals – Jersey Boys or Legally Blonde £119.50 Or Grace Kelly – ‘Style for a Hollywood Princess’ 97.50 Featuring displays of her dresses and memorabilia at the V&A Museum. 4* Millennium Gloucester Hotel (EB).
Saturday 25th September LONDON THEATRE DAY TOUR Matinee performance of The Phantom of The Opera £69.50 Or Grace Kelly – Style for a Hollywood Princess £59.50 Includes Tea at Harrods Sunday 3rd – Monday 4th October FOUR SEASONS BY CANDLIGHT £122.50 The Royal Albert Hall provides a spectacular setting for Vivaldi’s ‘Four Seasons’ and an evening of beautiful 18th century classics performed in full period costume. Monday we visit Royal Windsor including a visit to the Castle and time to explore the town or cross the Thames to Eton with its famous college, antique shops and cafes. At a 3* hotel near Windsor (HB). Wednesday 6th October LONDON THEATRE DAY TOUR £69.50 Matinee performances of Oliver or Sister Act. Saturday 16th October LONDON THEATRE DAY TOUR £69.50 Matinee performances of Les Miserables or Chicago.
Saturday 23rd – Sunday 24th October LONDON WELSH FESTIVAL OF CHOIRS £149.50 The Royal Albert Hall provides the spectacular setting for the massed choral concert which includes our local Dowlais MVC under the baton of Alwyn Humphreys MBE. They are accompanied by the world champions the Cory Band (MD: Robert Childs). At the 4* deluxe Millennium Gloucester Hotel (EB) Sunday 31st October – Monday 1st November LONDON BREAK – THE MUSIC OF BOND AT THE ROYAL ALBERT HALL £119.50 An evening of classic themes from the very best of James Bond films within the iconic surroundings of the Royal Albert Hall, performed by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra. On Monday visit Knightsbridge and the opportunity to visit the famous department stores or the South Kensington Museums. At the 4* deluxe Millennium Gloucester Hotel (EB). West End Theatres available at extra cost. Saturday 6th November OR Sunday 7th November DISNEY ON ICE – ‘100 YEARS OF MAGIC’ £37.50 Join the celebration as unforgettable characters come to life including Mickey & Minnie Mouse, Goofy, Donald Duck, Jiminy Cricket, Pinnochio and all the Disney Princesses. Enjoy exciting moments from The Lion King, Mulan, Finding Nemo, The Incredibles and Toy Story. Matinee performance at the NIA. There will be free time for shopping in Birmingham city centre.
Saturday 6th – Sunday 7th November LONDON WEEKEND – BEST OF BROADWAY AT THE ROYAL ALBERT HALL £139.50 Hear the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and West End singers perform classic songs, numbers and medleys from the popular musicals. On Sunday visit Knightsbridge and the opportunity to visit the famous department stores or the South Kensington Museums. The 4* Copthorne Tara Hotel (EB) is in a superb location for the Royal Albert Hall and Kensington High Street. West End shows available at extra cost. Saturday 6th November LONDON DAY TOUR Spirit of Christmas Exhibition at Olympia £37.50 A superb exhibition for Christmas gifts and inspiration for decorations and crafts. West End Musicals £69.50 Billy Elliot or Sister Act (Matinee)
Wednesday 10th November THE SNOWMAN £39.50 Stalls seats for the evening performance of this timeless story at the Wales Millennium Centre. Saturday 20th November (Evening) Mamma Mia At The Wales Millennium Centre £62.50 Inspired by twenty-two of Abba’s greatest hits, the musical tells a story of mother and daughter the night before the daughters wedding on a Greek island paradise. This sunny, funny story of love, laughter of friendship has been delighting audiences around the world for over 10 years. Raised Stalls Seats
Sunday 21st – Monday 22nd November CLASSICAL SPECTACULAR AT THE ROYAL ALBERT HALL £129.50 The Classical Spectacular is a unique experience featuring incredible lights, cannons, fireworks and the sounds of the world’s favourite classical music performed by a cast of over 250 including the Band of The Welsh Guards. We take a city tour and free time for shopping or to visit the South Kensington museums. At the 4* deluxe Millennium Gloucester Hotel (EB). Pre-Christmas shopping (Coach & Hotel Only) £94.50 Saturday 27th November BIRMINGHAM TATTOO & GERMAN CHRISTMAS MARKET £39.50 For more than 20 years the Birmingham Tattoo has thrilled audiences with world class performers including massed bands, parade of standards and the spectacular Grand Finale which includes the patriotic favourite ‘Land of Hope and Glory’. Extended day tour including reserved seats at the NIA for the Tattoo at 18:00 hours
Saturday 4th – Sunday 5th December LONDON WEEKEND – CHRISTMAS SHOPPING £109.50 The opportunity to ‘shop ‘til you drop’ at Oxford and Regent Streets or Harrods and Harvey Nichols. You may choose to visit the Winter Wonderland at Hyde Park with its Christmas craft stalls, ice-skating rink and traditional fair. At a 4* central London Hotel (EB). West End theatres available at extra cost. Wednesday 8th December TRADITIONAL WELSH CHRISTMAS AT ST FAGANS £17.50 Includes entry to this unique evening event with traditional carol singers and bands. There will free time in Cardiff for shopping. Saturday 11th December THE NUTCRACKER £79.50 Stalls seats for the matinee performance of the English National Ballet’s Christmas classic at the London Coliseum.
Saturday 11th – Sunday 12th December CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION AT THE ROYAL ALBERT HALL £109.50 The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra’s Christmas celebration features choral and orchestral festive works and sing-along carols for all. Choir stalls seats for the evening performance. On Sunday visit Royal Windsor and the opportunity to visit the Castle or nearby Eton. At a 3* hotel at Heathrow (HB). Saturday 18th December (Evening) Mamma Mia At The Wales Millennium Centre £62.50 Inspired by twenty-two of Abba’s greatest hits, the musical tells a story of mother and daughter the night before the daughters wedding on a Greek island paradise. This sunny, funny story of love, laughter of friendship has been delighting audiences around the world for over 10 years. Raised Stalls Seats Friday 24th – Monday 27th December CHRISTMAS IN LONDON £419.50 A festive four-day break at the 4* Holiday Inn Regents Park. The accommodation includes full English breakfast each morning, dinner each evening and special lunch on Christmas Day. On Christmas Eve we visit the Royal Albert Hall for ‘Carols by Candlelight’. After Christmas dinner and time to relax we take a short London tour visiting St Pauls Cathedral. Boxing Day enjoy a matinee West End theatre visit to Jersey Boys before riding the British Airways London Eye. On Sunday we will visit Knightsbridge where there will be the opportunity to shop at one of the famous department stores or South Kensington for the Natural History or V&A Museums. (Single Supplement £90.00). Full details are available on request.
Sunday 26th December (Matinee) Mamma Mia At The Wales Millennium Centre £62.50 Inspired by twenty-two of Abba’s greatest hits, the musical tells a story of mother and daughter the night before the daughters wedding on a Greek island paradise. This sunny, funny story of love, laughter of friendship has been delighting audiences around the world for over 10 years. Raised Stalls Seats Friday 31st December – Sunday 2nd January NEW YEAR IN LONDON £189.50 On New Years Day there will be an opportunity to visit the Lord Mayors Parade with processions of marching bands, cheerleaders, giant inflated characters from all countries of the world. The 4* Copthorne Tara is located near the Royal Albert Hall and Kensington High Street. THE STRAUSS GALA CONCERT AT THE BARBICAN £30.00 West End Shows available at extra cost – please enquire.
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