0:00:01 > 0:00:05- It's one of the busiest weekends - of the year in Dolgellau...
0:00:06 > 0:00:09- ..as it hosts - Sesiwn Fawr Dolgellau.
0:00:09 > 0:00:13- It's a warm welcome to Dolgellau - and tonight's Heno.
0:00:28 > 0:00:34- Hello and welcome - to Friday night's Heno.
0:00:34 > 0:00:38- Our sofa guest is the busiest - sports correspondent in Wales.
0:00:39 > 0:00:43- She's just back from the Euros - and is going to the Rio Olympics!
0:00:44 > 0:00:46- Catrin Heledd, - welcome to the studio.
0:00:46 > 0:00:48- Thank you, it's lovely to be here.
0:00:48 > 0:00:51- We look forward to our chat later.
0:00:51 > 0:00:54- Also on tonight's programme, - we take a step back in time.
0:00:55 > 0:00:58- We take a look at rural Wales - from a bygone era...
0:00:58 > 0:01:04- ..with a catalogue of films released - by the BFI - British Film Institute.
0:01:04 > 0:01:08- We're in World War II at Colwyn Bay, - Brittany and Germany...
0:01:09 > 0:01:13- ..in the latest novel - by the author, Sion Hughes.
0:01:13 > 0:01:16- Friday night is also music night.
0:01:16 > 0:01:22- Steffan Harri chats about - his latest role in Les Miserables.
0:01:22 > 0:01:26- Alistair James - is a familiar face to Heno.
0:01:26 > 0:01:29- We can't wait to hear him sing - at the end of tonight's programme.
0:01:30 > 0:01:32- Welcome to you all.
0:01:37 > 0:01:43- Our first stop tonight is Dolgellau - for one of the town's major events.
0:01:43 > 0:01:48- Gerallt's at Sesiwn Fawr Dolgellau.
0:01:48 > 0:01:51- Good evening to you both.
0:01:52 > 0:01:55- Sesiwn Fawr Dolgellau - kicks off this weekend.
0:01:55 > 0:02:01- I've seen the line-up - and everyone's in for a treat.
0:02:01 > 0:02:04- I'm at the Ship Hotel.
0:02:04 > 0:02:12- Ifan Sion Davies from Swnami has - his own rough guide to the festival.
0:02:16 > 0:02:20- No Welsh festival is the same - without the rain.
0:02:20 > 0:02:25- It was raining when Swnami played - at one of its first festivals...
0:02:25 > 0:02:29- ..outside the rugby club - in Sesiwn Fawr Dolgellau in 2011.
0:02:29 > 0:02:37- I'm here for one of my favourite - festivals in the Welsh music scene.
0:02:37 > 0:02:41- Sesiwn Fawr Dolgellau - has been held since 1992...
0:02:41 > 0:02:46- ..but the town has hosted a folk - music festival for many decades.
0:02:46 > 0:02:50- In the early days, everyone - converged on the town centre...
0:02:50 > 0:03:00- ..but in 2002, it was moved to the - Marion Mawr to take all the crowds.
0:03:00 > 0:03:06- The festival has changed with events - being held across the whole town.
0:03:06 > 0:03:11- Bands still perform in the centre.
0:03:11 > 0:03:14- This year, there's Ail Symudiad - and Y Cledrau.
0:03:14 > 0:03:17- Bands also perform at Ty Siamas.
0:03:17 > 0:03:25- It's the place to be on Saturday - between 12.00pm and 6.00pm.
0:03:26 > 0:03:29- We've finally got a break - from the rain.
0:03:29 > 0:03:32- T H Roberts - is another festival venue.
0:03:33 > 0:03:37- It's one of the oldest shops in the - town that sold a bit of everything.
0:03:37 > 0:03:43- Today, it has huge cakes and tea - and coffee from around the world.
0:03:43 > 0:03:50- It has a unique atmosphere - so it's perfect for the festival.
0:03:52 > 0:03:56- What's happening - this weekend at T H, Tom?
0:03:56 > 0:03:59- Tonight, Billy Thompson - has some jazz.
0:04:00 > 0:04:05- Tomorrow, Bethan Gwanas launches the - book Caffis Cymru and we're in it.
0:04:05 > 0:04:10- There's Welsh comedy on Sunday night - so that should be fun!
0:04:10 > 0:04:13- It sounds like a busy weekend.
0:04:13 > 0:04:19- Yes, and everyone should come here - to enjoy the brilliant cafe.
0:04:24 > 0:04:28- Dylanwad Wine - is sure to be of interest.
0:04:28 > 0:04:34- You can enjoy delicious food and - folk music with a glass of red wine.
0:04:34 > 0:04:38- I hope you're ready - for a busy weekend, Dylan.
0:04:38 > 0:04:44- It's exciting as we've got - Gwilym Bowen Rhys and Elliw Gwawr.
0:04:44 > 0:04:51- We've also got an exhibition - upstairs so there's plenty to do.
0:04:51 > 0:04:54- Have you got enough wine for us?
0:04:54 > 0:04:57- Have you got enough wine for us?- - Yes, more than enough.
0:04:57 > 0:05:04- I've got a hidden stash in the town - to be on the safe side!
0:05:04 > 0:05:08- The Ship Hotel has gigs every night - from 6.30pm to the early hours...
0:05:09 > 0:05:15- ..by Mynediad Am Ddim, Cowbois Rhos - Botwnnog, Gwerinos and many more.
0:05:15 > 0:05:18- I'm performing here with Yws Gwynedd - at 11.00pm tonight.
0:05:18 > 0:05:21- Fancy a pint?
0:05:25 > 0:05:28- Thanks to Ifan Sion Davies - for his rough guide.
0:05:28 > 0:05:37- There's plenty to enjoy - over the weekend.
0:05:37 > 0:05:39- I'm joined by Branwen Rhys Dafydd.
0:05:39 > 0:05:47- Branwen is a member - of the festival's committee.
0:05:47 > 0:05:54- It's been raining today - but it's been a great start.
0:05:54 > 0:05:57- Yes, it's a great night.
0:05:58 > 0:06:08- There's a whole host - of bands playing tonight.
0:06:10 > 0:06:15- The festival is going back - to its folk roots.
0:06:15 > 0:06:19- Sesiwn Fawr Dolgellau - was originally a folk festival.
0:06:20 > 0:06:24- There's a band from Inverness - tonight.
0:06:24 > 0:06:33- There's also a band from India - on Sunday.
0:06:33 > 0:06:36- Sesiwn Fawr Dolgellau - pulls bands from all over.
0:06:37 > 0:06:40- We want to show what the world - has to offer.
0:06:40 > 0:06:44- It's important to showcase - these talents.
0:06:44 > 0:06:47- Don't forget to join me later.
0:06:47 > 0:06:51- Thank you.
0:06:51 > 0:06:54- The sports correspondent, - Catrin Heledd joins us tonight.
0:06:54 > 0:06:56- Welcome to Heno.
0:06:56 > 0:07:00- Thank you.
0:07:00 > 0:07:03- Catrin has just returned - from the Euros in France...
0:07:04 > 0:07:07- ..and we must mention - the recent atrocities in Nice.
0:07:07 > 0:07:11- Yes, it's totally horrific.
0:07:12 > 0:07:16- I have to say that - we didn't have any problems...
0:07:16 > 0:07:24- ..when we were working - on the Euros in France.
0:07:24 > 0:07:34- I didn't go to Nice - for one of the games.
0:07:35 > 0:07:40- But a lot of people - thought of going.
0:07:40 > 0:07:50- I was in France for five weeks.
0:07:54 > 0:07:58- Dylan Ebenezer and many others - were truly moved.
0:07:58 > 0:08:08- Our thoughts are with France - following yesterday's tragedy.
0:08:14 > 0:08:24- I was delighted to be out in France.
0:08:25 > 0:08:30- I didn't expect to be there...
0:08:30 > 0:08:37- ..to see Wales in the final four.
0:08:37 > 0:08:42- Nobody had a bad word - to say about the Welsh team.
0:08:43 > 0:08:47- The team was very happy - to speak to me.
0:08:47 > 0:08:54- Gareth Bale is very professional.
0:08:54 > 0:08:58- He knows his game on and off - the pitch.
0:08:58 > 0:09:02- He wanted to promote Wales.
0:09:02 > 0:09:09- They were in France - for about five weeks.
0:09:09 > 0:09:14- I think they enjoyed - being with the press.
0:09:14 > 0:09:19- I did set myself a challenge.
0:09:19 > 0:09:29- I tried to take a lot of selfies.
0:09:30 > 0:09:34- It can be embarrassing...
0:09:34 > 0:09:37- ..but everyone was doing it - out there.
0:09:37 > 0:09:43- I think you've got to do it!
0:09:43 > 0:09:53- You've got a busy summer - ahead of you...
0:09:54 > 0:10:00- ..as you're going to - the Olympic Games in Rio.
0:10:01 > 0:10:09- I thought I'd have a break - before Rio...
0:10:09 > 0:10:16- ..but I'm going there - in a fortnight.
0:10:16 > 0:10:21- Over 20 Welsh athletes - are going to be there...
0:10:22 > 0:10:27- ..as part of Team GB.
0:10:27 > 0:10:37- I've got to learn about - a whole host of sports.
0:10:39 > 0:10:47- There's also more sport - on the horizon.
0:10:47 > 0:10:50- Yes, the rugby season - starts on 5 September.
0:10:51 > 0:10:56- Clwb Rygbi is moving to Saturday - afternoon. It's a great job.
0:10:56 > 0:11:00- In the next part tonight, we admire - rural Wales through the decades...
0:11:00 > 0:11:04- ..in films that have been released - by the BFI - British Film Institute.
0:11:04 > 0:11:07- The author, Sion Hughes - also chats to us...
0:11:07 > 0:11:11- ..about his latest thrilling novel - packed with warfare and espionage.
0:11:12 > 0:11:12- .
0:11:15 > 0:11:17- Subtitles
0:11:21 > 0:11:23- Welcome back.
0:11:23 > 0:11:28- Sion Hughes joins us with his latest - novel about spies from World War II.
0:11:28 > 0:11:32- We'll chat to him shortly.
0:11:32 > 0:11:37- First, well done to Harriet Jones - from Penygroes, Carmarthenshire...
0:11:37 > 0:11:41- ..for winning the a pair of tickets - to the Eisteddfod's Big Band Night.
0:11:41 > 0:11:45- Megan Owen from Llanrwst also wins - two tickets to the Noson Lawen.
0:11:45 > 0:11:48- There's a chance to win tickets - to another concert this evening.
0:11:49 > 0:11:51- Here are the details.
0:11:52 > 0:11:56- This is your chance to win tickets - to some of the evening concerts...
0:11:56 > 0:11:59- ..at the National Eisteddfod - in Abergavenny.
0:11:59 > 0:12:02- Between now and Monday, - the first name chosen at random...
0:12:02 > 0:12:06- ..gets tickets for the Tuesday's - Adventure through Time and Space.
0:12:06 > 0:12:10- It's with the harpist, Catrin Finch - and soprano, Elin Manahan Thomas.
0:12:11 > 0:12:14- The second name wins tickets - to the Thursday night...
0:12:14 > 0:12:17- ..with the Radio Cymru - and Radio One DJ, Huw Stephens...
0:12:17 > 0:12:22- ..and bands such as Candelas, - Yr Ods and Swnami.
0:12:22 > 0:12:25- There's also bed and breakfast - for two...
0:12:25 > 0:12:29- ..at the four-star Gliffaes Hotel - that's near the Maes.
0:12:29 > 0:12:33- All you have to do is answer - this simple question:
0:12:34 > 0:12:37- What instrument - does Catrin Finch play?
0:12:37 > 0:12:43- 1) a bassoon, 2) a trombone, - or 3) a harp?
0:12:43 > 0:12:51- Call us with your answer - on 08443 35 12 44.
0:12:51 > 0:12:55- It's 5p a minute plus your telephone - company's network access charge.
0:12:55 > 0:12:59- The phone lines - close at 1.00pm on Monday.
0:12:59 > 0:13:02- All entrants must be 18 and over.
0:13:02 > 0:13:06- Don't call after the lines close - or you will still be charged.
0:13:06 > 0:13:11- Full terms and conditions are on our - website so a very good luck to you!
0:13:11 > 0:13:13- Good luck to you all!
0:13:13 > 0:13:18- Sion Hughes joins us this evening.
0:13:18 > 0:13:23- Sion has published his latest novel, - Morffin a Mel.
0:13:23 > 0:13:32- What inspired you to write novels?
0:13:32 > 0:13:40- I wasn't a novelist.
0:13:40 > 0:13:44- Until recently, - I was a television producer.
0:13:44 > 0:13:54- I did some work for S4C.
0:13:55 > 0:14:05- I returned to working - as a solicitor...
0:14:05 > 0:14:12- ..but felt that it didn't get - my creative juices flowing!
0:14:12 > 0:14:22- I needed an outlet for it.
0:14:22 > 0:14:32- Llythyrau Yn Y Llwch - was my debut novel.
0:14:42 > 0:14:50- Tell us more about your new novel.
0:14:50 > 0:14:56- I remember being - a five-year-old boy...
0:14:56 > 0:15:01- ..and I found a cardboard box.
0:15:01 > 0:15:07- It contained a gas mask.
0:15:07 > 0:15:11- It hadn't been opened - since about 1942.
0:15:11 > 0:15:15- You could smell the war on the mask.
0:15:15 > 0:15:22- The new novel is about - a Welshman...
0:15:22 > 0:15:27- ..who is a spy - and recruited to France.
0:15:27 > 0:15:37- He's a sleeping spy.
0:15:38 > 0:15:46- There are Germans and Frenchmen.
0:15:46 > 0:15:54- He has to survive - until he gets his orders.
0:15:54 > 0:16:00- I did a lot of research.
0:16:00 > 0:16:10- Films are very useful.
0:16:10 > 0:16:20- It also features Hitler - and Churchill.
0:16:20 > 0:16:27- Morphine is the drug - carried by the soldiers.
0:16:27 > 0:16:36- There's also a character - who keeps bees...
0:16:36 > 0:16:41- ..so that's where - we get the honey element.
0:16:41 > 0:16:45- What's next for you?
0:16:46 > 0:16:50- There is another novel.
0:16:50 > 0:17:00- It's about Gwalchmai.
0:17:01 > 0:17:11- It's famous for poachers, - drovers and preachers.
0:17:11 > 0:17:14- There's a story about the suns - of these men who go to war in 1917.
0:17:16 > 0:17:20- The British Film Institute or BFI is - famous for its vast film collection.
0:17:20 > 0:17:24- Occasionally, they open the doors - of their archive to the public...
0:17:24 > 0:17:28- ..where we can view hundreds - of historic films for free.
0:17:28 > 0:17:32- They're currently showing - various rural-themed films.
0:17:32 > 0:17:34- Some are over 100 years old...
0:17:34 > 0:17:38- ..and are an insight into the life - and culture of Wales' rural lands.
0:17:38 > 0:17:42- Rhodri went to take a look.
0:17:47 > 0:17:51- "Lovely Llyn Padarn is possibly - the best vantage point...
0:17:51 > 0:17:55- "..to see the majestic - Snowdonia range of mountains."
0:17:55 > 0:18:00- Over 700 films - and 100 unique locations...
0:18:00 > 0:18:03- ..from across the whole - of the 20th century.
0:18:03 > 0:18:05- The new collection of the BFI...
0:18:06 > 0:18:09- ..and the National Screen - and Sound Archive of Wales...
0:18:09 > 0:18:13- ..is awash with memories - and stories.
0:18:14 > 0:18:20- This is stage three of the - Unlocking Film Heritage scheme.
0:18:20 > 0:18:26- Some 10,000 films from all the - archives across the British Isles...
0:18:26 > 0:18:33- ..are digitized for people to watch - on the BFI player for free.
0:18:33 > 0:18:39- Yes, Wales gets a lot of attention - with a very apt theme.
0:18:40 > 0:18:44- There are over 100 films - under the theme of rural life.
0:18:44 > 0:18:49- It's very relevant to Wales so I - hope there's something for everyone.
0:18:50 > 0:18:53- The pictures and images - are incredibly striking...
0:18:53 > 0:18:58- ..but some of the portrayals - are slightly Anglicized!
0:18:58 > 0:19:02- "They retain their ancient language - and love music and poetry.
0:19:03 > 0:19:06- "Their natural reserve - is deep-founded in the past...
0:19:06 > 0:19:11- "..but it is possible to see their - costume on traditional occasions."
0:19:11 > 0:19:15- Wales has been bound by various - stereotypes in these films.
0:19:16 > 0:19:19- There's an early film from 1907...
0:19:19 > 0:19:24- ..called North Wales England, - The Land of Castles and Waterfalls.
0:19:24 > 0:19:31- Land of Song states, "you will find - dreamy lakes and singing valleys."
0:19:31 > 0:19:36- I suspect that image - hasn't changed a lot.
0:19:36 > 0:19:43- Visit Wales would want the films - to promote the lakes and mountains.
0:19:43 > 0:19:48- There's so much choice - that there's something for everyone.
0:19:48 > 0:19:53- One of our favourites is of the - Red Bandits of Mawddwy from 1936.
0:19:53 > 0:20:01- We knew about the film but had - searched for it for 25 years.
0:20:01 > 0:20:05- It was donated to us - by a man from Middlesbrough.
0:20:06 > 0:20:12- It's wonderful and has a cast - of local actors and farmers.
0:20:12 > 0:20:15- What is the story - of the Red Bandits?
0:20:15 > 0:20:21- The Red Bandits were scoundrels - with flaming red hair.
0:20:21 > 0:20:27- They lived in the Dinas Mawddwy - mountains and attacked the locals.
0:20:28 > 0:20:34- Baron Owen was the local bigwig - and was fed up of their behaviour...
0:20:34 > 0:20:38- ..so he sentenced them to death.
0:20:38 > 0:20:44- The large families of the Bandits - were enraged by this...
0:20:44 > 0:20:48- ..and it's the basis of the fable.
0:20:48 > 0:20:51- There's also documentaries - and educational stories...
0:20:51 > 0:20:56- ..covering the country - from Anglesey to Monmouth.
0:20:56 > 0:21:00- There's a film from Ceredigion - called Proficiency Testing...
0:21:01 > 0:21:04- ..at the Farmers' Education - Centre in Felinfach.
0:21:05 > 0:21:08- It's a long, dull title - but is very interesting.
0:21:08 > 0:21:14- We move to South-East Wales - to Cowbridge and Trebettyn Farm...
0:21:14 > 0:21:19- ..where we have the harvest.
0:21:19 > 0:21:24- It's interesting as Reginald Iles - was farming with a film camera...
0:21:24 > 0:21:30- ..and this was very unusual.
0:21:30 > 0:21:35- This collection - has something to offer everyone.
0:21:35 > 0:21:41- Many families and communities have - stayed the same for generations.
0:21:41 > 0:21:47- They are sure to see relatives - and forefathers.
0:21:47 > 0:21:52- This collection - has a national significance...
0:21:52 > 0:21:57- ..as well as something on a - personal level to many communities.
0:22:09 > 0:22:16- You can view the films online - at player.bfi.org.uk
0:22:16 > 0:22:19- After the break...
0:22:20 > 0:22:22- ..we're joined by the singer, - Alistair James.
0:22:23 > 0:22:28- We also return to Dolgellau for - more about Sesiwn Fawr Dolgellau.
0:22:28 > 0:22:32- When we return, I'll have more from - Sesiwn Fawr Dolgellau.
0:22:32 > 0:22:37- I'll be chatting with Bethan Gwanas - and Gary Hughes from Jambyls.
0:22:37 > 0:22:47- Good luck to Hope House Committee at - Sunday's Commando Trail in Cheshire.
0:22:48 > 0:22:53- They'll run 10k through woodlands, - jump over obstacles and rivers.
0:22:54 > 0:22:58- Don't forget to donate - as every penny goes to Hope House.
0:22:58 > 0:23:01- Enjoy the experience!
0:23:01 > 0:23:06- Here are more of your events - in our Calendar.
0:23:14 > 0:23:19- There's an exhibition of the work - of the late, Osi Rhys Osmond...
0:23:19 > 0:23:24- ..at the Bala Heritage Centre - until 29 July.
0:23:25 > 0:23:34- It's a great exhibition that honours - the work of Osi Rhys Osmond.
0:23:38 > 0:23:44- A memorial is unveiled tomorrow at - 2.00pm on the square in Carmarthen.
0:23:44 > 0:23:49- It remembers Gwynfor Evans' victory - in the by-election of 1966.
0:23:49 > 0:23:55- It's followed by a program to honour - Gwynfor at Heol Awst Chapel...
0:23:55 > 0:24:00- ..with some legendary Welsh - performers and all are welcome.
0:24:03 > 0:24:08- Those going to Sesiwn Fawr Dolgellau - on Saturday...
0:24:08 > 0:24:14- ..could stop at the T H Roberts - Coffee Shop in the town at 3.00pm.
0:24:14 > 0:24:19- We'll launch the book - of short stories called Haf o Hyd.
0:24:20 > 0:24:26- Bethan Gwanas is chatting to five - of the authors from the book.
0:24:28 > 0:24:28- .
0:24:36 > 0:24:38- Subtitles
0:24:43 > 0:24:46- Welcome back.
0:24:47 > 0:24:52- Tonight, we're live - from Sesiwn Fawr Dolgellau.
0:24:52 > 0:25:02- The author, Bethan Gwanas - joins me tonight.
0:25:10 > 0:25:15- This is more than just - a music festival.
0:25:15 > 0:25:19- Yes, it's about all the arts.
0:25:19 > 0:25:26- There's also an exhibition.
0:25:26 > 0:25:32- I'm going to be starting tomorrow...
0:25:32 > 0:25:38- ..by taking people - around the town of Dolgellau.
0:25:39 > 0:25:44- I'm at the T H Roberts Coffee Shop - tomorrow at 3.00pm.
0:25:44 > 0:25:49- I'll be chatting with the authors - behind the short stories...
0:25:49 > 0:25:57- ..that are found in the book, - Haf o Hyd.
0:25:57 > 0:26:02- Steffan ap Owain - also discusses his work.
0:26:02 > 0:26:06- At 5.00pm, I've got a Welsh version - of Room 101...
0:26:06 > 0:26:11- ..at the T H Roberts Coffee Shop.
0:26:11 > 0:26:16- Gary Hughes is a member of the band, - Jambyls.
0:26:16 > 0:26:24- Jambyls is performing tonight - in the Ship Hotel.
0:26:24 > 0:26:28- Yes, we're performing tonight.
0:26:28 > 0:26:32- We're singing some Welsh songs.
0:26:33 > 0:26:43- I can't wait to be part - of this festival.
0:26:43 > 0:26:47- It's great to be part - of this festival...
0:26:47 > 0:26:52- ..with international artists.
0:26:52 > 0:27:01- It's important to have - Welsh bands...
0:27:01 > 0:27:06- ..but we should see what the rest - of the world has to offer.
0:27:06 > 0:27:10- How long has Jambyls been going?
0:27:10 > 0:27:16- The band formed in 2004.
0:27:16 > 0:27:19- We're going from strength - to strength.
0:27:19 > 0:27:23- We hope to have an EP next year.
0:27:23 > 0:27:27- You've got to be passionate - about music...
0:27:28 > 0:27:38- ..so that you can record an album.
0:27:40 > 0:27:49- What are you looking forward to see - tonight?
0:27:49 > 0:27:55- I'm a bit biased but I can't wait - to see Yws Gwynedd tonight.
0:27:55 > 0:28:01- I'm performing in about ten minutes.
0:28:01 > 0:28:11- The beer is very strong here.
0:28:16 > 0:28:20- Someone asked if I was - Hywel Gwynfryn!
0:28:21 > 0:28:24- Back to you in Llanelli.
0:28:24 > 0:28:26- The singer, Alistair James - has joined us now.
0:28:27 > 0:28:29- Welcome to the programme.
0:28:29 > 0:28:39- Thank you.
0:28:46 > 0:28:52- You look fresh after - your work this morning.
0:28:52 > 0:28:57- The coffee in this studio - is amazing.
0:28:57 > 0:29:01- I'm on Capital Radio - every morning...
0:29:01 > 0:29:06- ..from 6.00am.
0:29:06 > 0:29:11- I've got a new album - called Grym y Gan.
0:29:11 > 0:29:21- I've been in the industry - for ten years.
0:29:21 > 0:29:25- I've been working on this album - for a few years.
0:29:26 > 0:29:31- Tell us about the track list.
0:29:32 > 0:29:42- There's a variety of songs - on the album.
0:29:46 > 0:29:51- It's difficult to stick to one genre - in an album.
0:29:51 > 0:29:55- What genre of music do you favour?
0:29:55 > 0:29:59- I love James Taylor and Elton John.
0:29:59 > 0:30:09- I enjoy all sorts of music.
0:30:11 > 0:30:16- I think that has influenced - my own album.
0:30:16 > 0:30:21- You also write music - and perform other artists' songs.
0:30:21 > 0:30:29- I write my own songs - but perform covers too.
0:30:29 > 0:30:34- You have a busy summer ahead of you.
0:30:35 > 0:30:40- I'm in Blaenau Ffestiniog - tomorrow...
0:30:40 > 0:30:49- ..and all over North Wales too.
0:30:49 > 0:30:52- You love performing to the crowds.
0:30:53 > 0:30:55- I love it when people dance - when I'm singing.
0:30:55 > 0:30:58- It's so much fun.
0:30:58 > 0:31:01- I've got a lot of support.
0:31:01 > 0:31:05- We can't wait to hear Alistair sing - at the end of the programme.
0:31:05 > 0:31:09- Llyr Titus from the Lleyn Peninsula - is making a name for himself...
0:31:09 > 0:31:11- ..as a playwright and author.
0:31:11 > 0:31:14- But he's also studied Archaeology - at Bangor University.
0:31:14 > 0:31:18- He's working at a Bronze Age site - on Rhiw Mountain near Aberdaron.
0:31:18 > 0:31:23- You can visit the site this weekend - and Llyr's got an invite for you.
0:31:28 > 0:31:34- It's our seventh dig on the site at - Meillionydd with Bangor University.
0:31:34 > 0:31:38- We started last month and have - already made a few discoveries...
0:31:38 > 0:31:43- ..such as round discs of stone - used in making threads of wool.
0:31:43 > 0:31:50- We've also found two of the exterior - walls which is very exciting.
0:31:52 > 0:31:58- These are the remains - of a roundhouse.
0:31:58 > 0:32:03- It was built when they started - using wood some 2,000 years ago.
0:32:04 > 0:32:08- The soil is a different colour - so that's why we chose to dig here.
0:32:08 > 0:32:14- The ditch around the house held - wooden posts to hold the roof.
0:32:14 > 0:32:19- We can learn about life in the area - from thousands of years ago...
0:32:19 > 0:32:23- ..so we have open days tomorrow - and Sunday from 10.00am to 4.00pm...
0:32:23 > 0:32:27- ..at Meillionydd Farm in Rhiw - and there's signs for parking.
0:32:27 > 0:32:33- All are welcome as we want to share - the fun of an archaeological dig.
0:32:40 > 0:32:42- If you're in the area - pay the site a visit.
0:32:42 > 0:32:45- Still to come in the final part...
0:32:45 > 0:32:49- ..Steffan Harri tells us about - his latest role in Les Miserables.
0:32:49 > 0:32:53- Alistair also performs for us.
0:32:54 > 0:32:58- Yes, I'll sing Grym Y Gan for you.
0:32:58 > 0:33:02- We look forward to it.
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0:33:09 > 0:33:11- Subtitles
0:33:14 > 0:33:16- Welcome back.
0:33:16 > 0:33:19- Next, we enter world of musicals - in London's West End...
0:33:19 > 0:33:23- ..where a Welshman from - Montgomeryshire is performing.
0:33:23 > 0:33:27- Steffan Harri might be familiar - as a member of Cwmni Theatr Maldwyn.
0:33:27 > 0:33:31- But since moving to London, he's - been singing, dancing and acting...
0:33:32 > 0:33:35- ..on the city's biggest stages.
0:33:35 > 0:33:39- His latest show is one of the most - famous in the world, Les Miserables.
0:33:42 > 0:33:45- # At the end of the day - there's another day dawning
0:33:45 > 0:33:48- # And the sun in the morning - is waiting to rise
0:33:48 > 0:33:52- # The waves crash on the sand like - a storm that'll break any second
0:33:52 > 0:33:55- # There's a hunger in the land - and a reckoning still to be reckoned
0:33:55 > 0:34:00- # And there's gonna be hell to pay - at the end of the day #
0:34:00 > 0:34:06- Thanks for giving up your time to - speak to us as you're very busy.
0:34:06 > 0:34:12- I've just started in Les Miserables - which is my second West End show.
0:34:12 > 0:34:15- How did you end up here?
0:34:15 > 0:34:19- Spamalot at the Playhouse Theatre - was my first West End show...
0:34:20 > 0:34:24- ..and I went on tour with Shrek - before having some time off.
0:34:24 > 0:34:29- Actors struggle to go from one job - to the next...
0:34:29 > 0:34:34- ..so I had a period of auditions - and working on the family farm.
0:34:36 > 0:34:41- I play a student during the - French Revolution called Combeferre.
0:34:42 > 0:34:46- I've also got the cover part - of Enjolras.
0:34:49 > 0:34:54- When I was in school, - I played the role of Combeferre...
0:34:54 > 0:35:01- ..but a stage in Cardigan - is very different to the West End!
0:35:01 > 0:35:06- # One more day before the storm #
0:35:06 > 0:35:11- Do you feel any pressure - because it is such an iconic show?
0:35:11 > 0:35:17- Yes, especially when you see the - work and talent of former casts.
0:35:17 > 0:35:26- A lot of people have played the part - so I was very nervous at the start.
0:35:26 > 0:35:30- Did you do a lot of research - for the role?
0:35:30 > 0:35:37- Yes, the show and film is based - on the novel of Victor Hugo.
0:35:37 > 0:35:41- The cast was asked - to read the novel.
0:35:41 > 0:35:44- It's a substantial novel.
0:35:45 > 0:35:49- I haven't read anything since - the story of Branwen in school!
0:35:49 > 0:35:53- The weekend prior - to my opening performance...
0:35:54 > 0:35:58- ..I had a ticket to the - Wales v Slovakia football game...
0:35:58 > 0:36:02- ..so I told the director that I - was going to France to do research.
0:36:02 > 0:36:05- # I had a dream my life would be #
0:36:06 > 0:36:10- It's been running for 31 years - and is a sell-out every night.
0:36:11 > 0:36:15- Does that go through your head - when you're on stage?
0:36:15 > 0:36:19- It's incredible as in Spamalot - at the Playhouse Theatre...
0:36:19 > 0:36:23- ..it was great to see half the - theatre or just the stalls full.
0:36:24 > 0:36:28- When you have - the curtain call here...
0:36:28 > 0:36:33- ..you see a standing ovation and - people in tears so it's wonderful.
0:36:33 > 0:36:37- Thank you for chatting to me and for - the front row tickets for tonight.
0:36:37 > 0:36:39- Erm...
0:36:40 > 0:36:43- # One day more #
0:37:01 > 0:37:04- Llinos was singing along there!
0:37:04 > 0:37:10- Steffan's one of our young talents - and we wish him the best of luck.
0:37:10 > 0:37:14- Good luck to the actor, - Matthew Rhys.
0:37:14 > 0:37:18- He's nominated for an Emmy Award - for his role in The Americans.
0:37:18 > 0:37:23- The Emmys recognize excellence in - the television industry in America.
0:37:23 > 0:37:29- We hope Matthew is successful - at the award ceremony in September.
0:37:31 > 0:37:37- Yvonne from the S4C weather team - is here.
0:37:37 > 0:37:43- She's also a star!
0:37:43 > 0:37:46- I thought you were going to wish me - luck with the weather!
0:37:46 > 0:37:50- What weather can we expect - for the weekend?
0:37:50 > 0:37:53- Today is St Swithin's Day - and if it rains on this day...
0:37:53 > 0:37:56- ..then it's expected to stay - for the next 40 days.
0:37:56 > 0:38:01- I can tell you that - the forecast tells us otherwise.
0:38:01 > 0:38:04- Saturday will be generally cloudy - with fog and rain.
0:38:04 > 0:38:10- The rain should move - from North-West Wales.
0:38:11 > 0:38:14- Sunday is going to be - the best day of the weekend.
0:38:14 > 0:38:17- Monday is going to be a glorious day - wit lots of sunny spells.
0:38:18 > 0:38:21- We'll see highs - of 24 degrees Celsius next week.
0:38:21 > 0:38:24- We'll complain that it's too hot!
0:38:25 > 0:38:27- We've got a few messages tonight.
0:38:27 > 0:38:33- Sesiwn Fawr Dolgellau has requested
0:38:36 > 0:38:42- Tomorrow will be wet and cloudy.
0:38:42 > 0:38:46- It'll be drier on Sunday.
0:38:46 > 0:38:51- Y Baabaariad rugby 7s team hold - the BAA-Day tournament this weekend.
0:38:51 > 0:38:58- They want a forecast for Saturday.
0:38:59 > 0:39:02- It'll be cloudy but with light - winds.
0:39:03 > 0:39:06- All the best to Steffan and Ceryl.
0:39:06 > 0:39:10- They're getting married tomorrow - at Swyddffynnon in Ceredigion.
0:39:10 > 0:39:15- A wedding breakfast follows at - Constitution Hill in Aberystwyth.
0:39:15 > 0:39:18- Gwynfi and Marian Jenkins - are their grandparents...
0:39:18 > 0:39:22- ..and wish them - all the best for the future.
0:39:22 > 0:39:25- It'll be cloudy with a few showers.
0:39:25 > 0:39:29- I'm told that rain brings luck!
0:39:30 > 0:39:32- RABI Cymru has also been in touch.
0:39:32 > 0:39:37- They want to know if they need to - pack wellies for the Royal Welsh.
0:39:37 > 0:39:44- They have a stand at the Show.
0:39:44 > 0:39:51- Catrin Heledd is going to - the Royal Welsh Show.
0:39:51 > 0:39:56- It'll be dry on Monday and Tuesday.
0:39:56 > 0:40:01- There could be some showers.
0:40:01 > 0:40:04- Take your sun cream.
0:40:04 > 0:40:09- I hope to get best of bread!
0:40:09 > 0:40:14- Catrin Heledd and Sion Hughes - have been our studio guests.
0:40:14 > 0:40:24- Catrin's flying to the Olympic Games - in Rio in a fortnight.
0:40:24 > 0:40:29- I can't wait to go to Rio in a - fortnight.
0:40:29 > 0:40:38- I've got to start packing again.
0:40:39 > 0:40:44- I've only just finished my - washing from Euro 2016.
0:40:44 > 0:40:47- What selfie do you want next?
0:40:47 > 0:40:51- I want a selfie with Usain Bolt.
0:40:51 > 0:40:56- He's too quick for me!
0:40:56 > 0:41:01- I'll be working there for - Radio Wales, Radio Cymru...
0:41:01 > 0:41:04- ..and the news programmes.
0:41:04 > 0:41:13- It's going to be hard work.
0:41:13 > 0:41:18- I can't complain.
0:41:18 > 0:41:24- Are you looking forward to the - Olympic Games, Sion?
0:41:24 > 0:41:28- I love sport.
0:41:29 > 0:41:33- I've been following - the Welsh football team.
0:41:33 > 0:41:38- I was so proud of them.
0:41:38 > 0:41:46- We all expected them to be - out straight away.
0:41:46 > 0:41:51- Are you going to - the Royal Welsh Show?
0:41:51 > 0:42:01- I'm going to the Royal Welsh Show.
0:42:01 > 0:42:05- People will have to show me around - as I'm a city girl!
0:42:05 > 0:42:09- There's no Prynhawn Da next week due - to coverage of the Royal Welsh Show.
0:42:09 > 0:42:13- Heno is live from the Showground - from 7.00pm.
0:42:13 > 0:42:16- Dai Jones, Llanilar is our guest - at the Show on Monday.
0:42:16 > 0:42:20- The presenter, Aled Hughes tells us - about showing his sow called Dainty!
0:42:21 > 0:42:25- If you're going to the Show, - make sure you dress smartly...
0:42:25 > 0:42:27- ..because look who'll be there!
0:42:28 > 0:42:31- # The Huw Fash Sash, - sash, sash, the Huw Fash Sash!
0:42:32 > 0:42:35- # Wellies, urgh! - The Huw Fash Sash! #
0:42:35 > 0:42:39- Nick has won the Huw Fash Sash.
0:42:39 > 0:42:45- Number one of the Huw Fash Sash.
0:42:45 > 0:42:49- Number one of the Huw Fash Sash.- - Thank you very much.
0:42:49 > 0:42:55- The Huw Fash Sash.
0:42:56 > 0:42:57- The Huw Fash Sash!
0:42:59 > 0:43:03- Huw Fash and his sash can't wait - to see you at the Royal Welsh Show.
0:43:03 > 0:43:06- We're also excited to be there.
0:43:07 > 0:43:10- We round up the hour with - Alistair James singing Grym Y Gan.
0:43:11 > 0:43:12- Enjoy the weekend.
0:43:12 > 0:43:16- Goodnight.
0:43:19 > 0:43:24- # Sometimes, - more than words are needed
0:43:24 > 0:43:28- # To feel more - than the same feelings
0:43:28 > 0:43:34- # To see the world - through fragile eyes
0:43:34 > 0:43:40- # The stories retold by the old keys
0:43:40 > 0:43:45- # Help us face the days
0:43:45 > 0:43:51- # When reminiscing - goes against the grain
0:43:51 > 0:43:57- # The hand slides across the strings
0:43:58 > 0:44:08- # Whilst the hands dance - over the black and white
0:44:08 > 0:44:12- # When lyrics sail the seas
0:44:12 > 0:44:17- # To poetic lands to join a melody
0:44:17 > 0:44:22- # The ocean and mountain, - water and fire
0:44:22 > 0:44:27- # Will obey the power of the song
0:44:28 > 0:44:33- # Memories from happy times
0:44:34 > 0:44:37- # Awaken to the sound - of the bygone melodies
0:44:38 > 0:44:43- # That paint the valley's past
0:44:43 > 0:44:49- # Although yesterday - is behind closed doors
0:44:49 > 0:44:53- # And Myfanwy has now gone
0:44:53 > 0:44:59- # Her song is still heard
0:44:59 > 0:45:06- # The hand slides across the strings
0:45:07 > 0:45:17- # Whilst the hands dance - over the black and white
0:45:17 > 0:45:21- # When lyrics sail the seas
0:45:21 > 0:45:25- # To poetic lands to join a melody
0:45:26 > 0:45:29- # The ocean and mountain, - water and fire
0:45:30 > 0:45:36- # Will obey the power of the song
0:45:36 > 0:45:44- # Like a ghost on the past's horizon
0:45:44 > 0:45:52- # With each second and feeling, - the memories come flooding back
0:45:52 > 0:46:03- # To roam the valleys of the mind
0:46:03 > 0:46:08- # Of the mind
0:46:08 > 0:46:12- # Aah-aah-aah
0:46:12 > 0:46:16- # Aah-aah-aah
0:46:16 > 0:46:23- # Aah-aah-aah
0:46:23 > 0:46:27- # When lyrics sails the seas
0:46:28 > 0:46:31- # To poetic lands to join a melody
0:46:32 > 0:46:37- # The ocean and mountain, - water and fire
0:46:37 > 0:46:42- # Will obey the power of the song
0:46:42 > 0:46:45- # Ooh-ooh-ooh
0:46:45 > 0:46:53- # Will obey the power of the song #
0:46:53 > 0:46:56- APPLAUSE
0:46:57 > 0:46:57- .