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0:00:17 > 0:00:23- Hello and welcome to Monday's Heno - for our first programme of July!
0:00:27 > 0:00:30- It's been an incredible weekend - for sport.
0:00:31 > 0:00:35- Geraint Thomas wore the yellow - jersey in the Tour de France.
0:00:36 > 0:00:39- Growing up as a kid, - I was watching the Tour.
0:00:39 > 0:00:43- I'd run home from school - and watch the final 10k.
0:00:43 > 0:00:46- To be this side of the camera, - putting on the jersey...
0:00:47 > 0:00:49- ..is an amazing feeling.
0:00:49 > 0:00:55- We're all very proud of Geraint - so you can imagine how is wife felt.
0:00:55 > 0:01:00- We have an exclusive interview - with his wife, Sara shortly.
0:01:01 > 0:01:06- The Lions won their second test - against New Zealand on Saturday.
0:01:07 > 0:01:12- Williams moves from the back - and passes to Faletau...
0:01:12 > 0:01:14- ..who takes it to the corner.
0:01:15 > 0:01:18- The Lions are roaring in Wellington!
0:01:21 > 0:01:25- Thousands gathered in Cardiff - for the Tafwyl Festival.
0:01:26 > 0:01:29- The sun was shining - and we had a lot of fun.
0:01:30 > 0:01:32- Yes, but I couldn't find you!
0:01:34 > 0:01:39- I'm not surprised as 38,000 people - attended Tafwyl over the weekend.
0:01:39 > 0:01:44- The weekend is over which marks - the start of a new week of Heno.
0:01:45 > 0:01:50- I'm sure a lot of people enjoyed - an ice cream over the weekend...
0:01:50 > 0:01:55- ..and it's apt that July - is National Ice Cream Month.
0:01:55 > 0:01:59- Gerallt's the lucky one - who is sampling them.
0:02:00 > 0:02:03- July is National Ice Cream Month.
0:02:06 > 0:02:12- Dylan is busy preparing one for me - at the gelateria in Portmeirion.
0:02:14 > 0:02:17- Let's see what Yvonne has for us.
0:02:18 > 0:02:22- Good evening and welcome - to the heart of the Valleys...
0:02:23 > 0:02:27- ..to meet the Treorchy - Male Choir who mark 70 years.
0:02:32 > 0:02:36- They have a special concert - in Cardiff on Sunday.
0:02:36 > 0:02:38- Where are you, Elin?
0:02:39 > 0:02:43- On tonight's programme, - I'm at Holywell in...
0:02:43 > 0:02:45- ..Ysgol Gwenffrwd...
0:02:45 > 0:02:50- ..because a pupil of this class - will sing with Sir Bryn Terfel.
0:02:51 > 0:02:52- Isn't that incredible?
0:02:52 > 0:02:53- Isn't that incredible?- - Yes!
0:02:55 > 0:02:58- You can hear all about it later.
0:02:59 > 0:03:03- But first, - let's return to the Tour de France.
0:03:04 > 0:03:09- Geraint Thomas is the first Welshman - to wear the yellow jersey.
0:03:09 > 0:03:14- I'm sure he was delighted and - so was Mrs Thomas, his wife, Sara.
0:03:16 > 0:03:17- Watch this!
0:03:26 > 0:03:31- Geraint Thomas crosses the line - and that's a great time.
0:03:31 > 0:03:35- He has a seven-second lead - in the time trial.
0:03:39 > 0:03:44- This is a massive moment - for Geraint Thomas.
0:03:47 > 0:03:49- Congratulations to you.
0:03:50 > 0:03:56- I still can't quite believe it - and it's the stuff of dreams.
0:03:56 > 0:04:00- Growing up as a kid, - I was watching the Tour.
0:04:00 > 0:04:05- To be this side of the camera, - putting on the jersey is amazing.
0:04:06 > 0:04:11- I'm sure his wife, Sara will be - there to support him.
0:04:11 > 0:04:17- I still can't believe it because he - isn't usually lucky in big races...
0:04:19 > 0:04:25- ..so it's been incredible to see him - in the yellow jersey on the podium.
0:04:26 > 0:04:29- It's something we'll remember - for many years.
0:04:29 > 0:04:31- Where were you when he won?
0:04:32 > 0:04:38- I was walking the dog because I find - watching him race too stressful.
0:04:38 > 0:04:42- On Twitter, it said - he had set the fastest time.
0:04:42 > 0:04:47- I heard Mam and Dad cheering - and that's how I knew he'd won.
0:04:47 > 0:04:49- How did you feel?
0:04:50 > 0:04:52- There was so much happening.
0:04:53 > 0:04:58- I was so happy because I could - see that Geraint was ecstatic.
0:04:58 > 0:05:03- It was great that he was with a good - friend when he found out he won.
0:05:05 > 0:05:08- I can't really put it into words...
0:05:09 > 0:05:13- ..especially after everything - that happened in the Giro.
0:05:14 > 0:05:20- It's great that he's turned a corner - and we can celebrate something.
0:05:21 > 0:05:26- He phoned on his way to dope control - and was there for about an hour.
0:05:27 > 0:05:30- I was driving - to celebrate with friends.
0:05:32 > 0:05:37- He's so laid back and said, - "That was alright, wasn't it?"
0:05:38 > 0:05:44- I don't think he realized what had - happened but it's sinking in now.
0:05:46 > 0:05:50- What do you think it means - for Welsh cycling...
0:05:50 > 0:05:54- ..to have its first - Welshman in the yellow jersey?
0:05:55 > 0:05:57- It's never been done before.
0:05:58 > 0:06:03- It's great for him to wear - the yellow jersey in the Tour.
0:06:04 > 0:06:09- It's a proud moment, he's a part of - history and that will never change.
0:06:10 > 0:06:15- Geraint's the first Welshman - so it's important to us and Geraint.
0:06:16 > 0:06:18- When are you flying to France?
0:06:18 > 0:06:22- I'll fly out on Sunday - for the rest day on Monday...
0:06:23 > 0:06:27- ..and stay until Wednesday - before going to Paris.
0:06:27 > 0:06:32- Will you get to see Geraint - or do you have to stay separated?
0:06:33 > 0:06:37- Team Sky allow us to stay - in the same hotel and eat together.
0:06:38 > 0:06:44- He has a lot of interviews - so I'll leave him alone for those.
0:06:45 > 0:06:49- I'll see him each night - so will see a lot of him.
0:06:50 > 0:06:53- On behalf of Heno - and everyone in Wales...
0:06:54 > 0:06:59- ..please congratulate him and tell - him that we're very proud of him.
0:07:00 > 0:07:02- Yes, I will. Thank you.
0:07:03 > 0:07:09- Geraint Thomas, the man from - Cardiff, the proud Welshman...
0:07:10 > 0:07:12- ..steps onto the podium.
0:07:18 > 0:07:22- Thanks to Sara for chatting - with our Alun Thomas today.
0:07:23 > 0:07:29- Today, Geraint has retained that - yellow jersey for another day.
0:07:29 > 0:07:34- It's his third consecutive day - of wearing the yellow jersey.
0:07:35 > 0:07:37- It's incredible!
0:07:37 > 0:07:43- July is National Ice Cream Month and - my boys will enjoy celebrating it.
0:07:46 > 0:07:52- Ice cream has existed - since the days of the Romans.
0:07:53 > 0:07:59- Tonight, Gerallt is at an Italian - ice cream parlour in Portmeirion...
0:07:59 > 0:08:01- ..to mark the start of the month.
0:08:03 > 0:08:06- Good evening to you all.
0:08:15 > 0:08:17- I'm sticking to the Italian theme.
0:08:17 > 0:08:23- Earlier, I met the people who - make ice cream at Taste of Anglesey.
0:08:23 > 0:08:28- There's a day for everything, - a week for a few things...
0:08:28 > 0:08:32- ..but the whole of July - is dedicated to ice cream.
0:08:33 > 0:08:38- You've produced ice cream - for ten years so what's your secret?
0:08:38 > 0:08:43- As a company, our secret - is to make high quality produce.
0:08:43 > 0:08:48- We start with a superb, core - ingredient which is Jersey milk.
0:08:49 > 0:08:53- It's very creamy and - near our home so easy to collect.
0:08:54 > 0:09:00- It goes in the tank quickly and - we produce our ice cream in minutes.
0:09:02 > 0:09:07- It's one thing to produce ice cream - but something else to market it.
0:09:08 > 0:09:11- I did a course - at Bangor University...
0:09:11 > 0:09:15- ..and started with - Taste of Anglesey last year.
0:09:16 > 0:09:21- I started as the marketing officer - but have moved into other fields...
0:09:23 > 0:09:27- ..and used my skills from university - to design new pots.
0:09:28 > 0:09:33- You work in an ice cream factory - which is heaven on earth for some.
0:09:34 > 0:09:38- It's great and there's - a lot of perks with this job.
0:09:39 > 0:09:44- The milk and marketing - are important.
0:09:46 > 0:09:51- What about the passion and love - you feel towards ice cream?
0:09:54 > 0:09:58- I don't just love ice cream - but love local produce.
0:09:59 > 0:10:04- By selling and producing - this ice cream at home...
0:10:07 > 0:10:11- ..we promote the produce - of the Welsh countryside.
0:10:12 > 0:10:16- This also promotes - the Welsh language and culture.
0:10:16 > 0:10:21- This year, we're honoured to be - on the National Eisteddfod Maes.
0:10:23 > 0:10:29- We usually have one stand - but have six stands this time!
0:10:31 > 0:10:37- It'll be quite a challenge - and we'll sell our various flavours.
0:10:38 > 0:10:42- It's so much more - than just ice cream.
0:10:43 > 0:10:47- I'll see you at Bodedern in August - and can try all of these.
0:10:48 > 0:10:50- You can have one each day!
0:10:56 > 0:11:01- I'm looking forward to sampling - the ice cream at the Eisteddfod.
0:11:01 > 0:11:05- I'm now joined by Robin Llywelyn.
0:11:15 > 0:11:20- He's an author and works at - Portmeirion.
0:11:21 > 0:11:23- You also make ice cream.
0:11:29 > 0:11:33- Yes, I'm a gelateria.
0:11:34 > 0:11:38- I studied at Penffordd - for an entire day!
0:11:42 > 0:11:47- I've also been to Italy to study - the craft of ice cream making.
0:11:47 > 0:11:49- I was in Ancona.
0:11:53 > 0:11:57- That's where you'll find - the best- gelatto.
0:12:00 > 0:12:06- I learnt the difference between
0:12:06 > 0:12:10- There's more air in gelatto.
0:12:17 > 0:12:21- This one contains only fresh - ingredients and milk.
0:12:21 > 0:12:24- Let's see your masterpieces.
0:12:25 > 0:12:29- I've been making - chocolate ice cream.
0:12:33 > 0:12:37- We vary our ice cream - to suit the seasons.
0:12:37 > 0:12:41- We can make - over 20 different flavours.
0:12:45 > 0:12:50- There are a variety of different - flavours every day.
0:13:00 > 0:13:05- The Turkish Delight is always - a popular flavour of gelatto.
0:13:05 > 0:13:11- This machine makes it so appealing.
0:13:11 > 0:13:16- The rotating display is part - of the drama of ice cream.
0:13:19 > 0:13:23- There's an art involved in placing - the ice cream in a cone too.
0:13:23 > 0:13:25- Back to you in Llanelli.
0:13:26 > 0:13:28- Thank you, Gerallt.
0:13:29 > 0:13:34- Everyone in the studio - is very jealous of Gerallt!
0:13:37 > 0:13:40- We have some great producers in - Wales.
0:13:40 > 0:13:42- After the break...
0:13:43 > 0:13:47- ..Yvonne marks the special birthday - of the Treorchy Male Choir.
0:13:48 > 0:13:52- Alison Jenkins tells us why her - weekend has literally flown.
0:13:53 > 0:13:58- And Griff Harries tells us all about - this year's Gower Festival.
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0:14:10 > 0:14:12- Welcome back.
0:14:13 > 0:14:18- As we mentioned earlier, it was a - busy weekend at the Tafwyl Festival.
0:14:19 > 0:14:25- Our next guest had a busy weekend - thousands of feet in the air.
0:14:25 > 0:14:28- It's Alison Jenkins from Henllan.
0:14:28 > 0:14:30- Welcome to the programme.
0:14:31 > 0:14:33- Thank you.
0:14:33 > 0:14:39- Tell us exactly what you were doing.
0:14:44 > 0:14:49- Over the weekend, - I did a skydive in Swansea.
0:14:52 > 0:14:56- I did it to raise money - for guide dogs.
0:14:56 > 0:15:00- I've always wanted to do a skydive.
0:15:05 > 0:15:09- We've got some footage of the jump.
0:15:10 > 0:15:13- I was 1,200 feet up in the air.
0:15:13 > 0:15:18- It was a real rush.
0:15:18 > 0:15:23- I switched off - and enjoyed the views.
0:15:28 > 0:15:32- The weather was fantastic - so you could see Swansea.
0:15:32 > 0:15:37- I've done a skydive.
0:15:37 > 0:15:43- I would definately - do a skydive again.
0:15:43 > 0:15:49- I raised money for guide dogs.
0:15:49 > 0:15:53- Ten years ago, my mother went blind.
0:15:53 > 0:15:55- We got a guide dog.
0:16:04 > 0:16:09- We do lots of activities - to raise money for guide dogs.
0:16:13 > 0:16:18- Your mother hardly left the house.
0:16:19 > 0:16:23- Before my mother got the dog, - she would stay at home.
0:16:23 > 0:16:28- Now, she gets out and enjoys life.
0:16:28 > 0:16:33- I was only 14 - when my mother lost her sight.
0:16:33 > 0:16:36- I would stay at home - and look after her.
0:16:40 > 0:16:45- It costs 55,000 - to train one guide dog.
0:16:51 > 0:16:55- I raised 700 from the skydive.
0:17:01 > 0:17:04- My mother's dog is called Tilly.
0:17:08 > 0:17:12- We went to an awards ceremony - recently.
0:17:12 > 0:17:15- It was a great event.
0:17:18 > 0:17:23- The guide dog has changed our lives.
0:17:27 > 0:17:32- We don't have to worry - when my mother goes out any more.
0:17:34 > 0:17:39- We have a retired guide dog at home.
0:17:43 > 0:17:47- She's just like a pet - now that she's retired.
0:17:48 > 0:17:51- I'm not sure what I'd like to do - next.
0:17:58 > 0:18:01- Perhaps I'll try to drive - an artic lorry.
0:18:02 > 0:18:05- My mother would also like to do - a zip wire too.
0:18:06 > 0:18:09- We have a just giving page to raise - money.
0:18:09 > 0:18:14- Next, we head to the South Wales - Valleys to join Yvonne.
0:18:14 > 0:18:20- She's with the most famous male - voice choir in Wales and the world!
0:18:22 > 0:18:26- Good evening to you all.
0:18:26 > 0:18:31- Tonight, I'm at the rehearsals - of the Treorchy Male Choir.
0:18:32 > 0:18:37- It's the 70th anniversary - of the Treorchy Male Choir.
0:18:38 > 0:18:43- The choir has a special concert - on Sunday night in Cardiff.
0:18:43 > 0:18:47- David Huws is with me now.
0:18:47 > 0:18:50- He's a member of the choir.
0:18:54 > 0:18:59- How long have you been with the - choir?
0:18:59 > 0:19:02- I've been a member for seven years.
0:19:03 > 0:19:06- It's been a very happy time.
0:19:09 > 0:19:13- The choir is celebrating 70 years - since it was reformed.
0:19:21 > 0:19:26- The original choir - dates back to 1844.
0:19:26 > 0:19:29- The choir is famous - all over the world.
0:19:40 > 0:19:45- Our members have travelled to places - like Australia, New Zealand...
0:19:45 > 0:19:48- ..America and Monaco.
0:19:57 > 0:20:03- We've performed with famous people - like Tom Jones and Ella Fitzgerald.
0:20:06 > 0:20:10- Anyone can come to see - our rehearsals.
0:20:13 > 0:20:16- I'm joined by Hywel Bryant.
0:20:19 > 0:20:22- How long have you been with the - choir?
0:20:23 > 0:20:25- I come all the way from Barry.
0:20:26 > 0:20:30- I've been a member for four years.
0:20:35 > 0:20:39- I was in a family party and my uncle - asked me to join the choir.
0:20:39 > 0:20:42- The rest is history.
0:20:44 > 0:20:49- I'm not originally from Barry.
0:20:49 > 0:20:53- I'm from Llwynypia.
0:20:53 > 0:20:58- It's great to be back in the area.
0:20:59 > 0:21:03- Norman Cox is here tonight.
0:21:03 > 0:21:06- How long have you been with the - choir?
0:21:10 > 0:21:13- I've been a member of the choir - since 1947, 70 years ago.
0:21:14 > 0:21:17- It's a good achievement.
0:21:18 > 0:21:21- I thoroughly enjoy singing.
0:21:21 > 0:21:22- It's lovely.
0:21:31 > 0:21:35- Islwyn has been a member - for 70 years too.
0:21:38 > 0:21:43- I've also been a member for 70 years - after leaving the Navy.
0:21:43 > 0:21:46- It's the best part of my life.
0:21:51 > 0:21:53- I've been a member for many years.
0:21:59 > 0:22:04- Norman Cox has been a - member for many years too.
0:22:13 > 0:22:17- I joined the choir in - 1968 when I had long hair.
0:22:18 > 0:22:23- The choir has helped me learn Welsh.
0:22:23 > 0:22:27- I didn't know what I was singing - about so I went to evening classes.
0:22:28 > 0:22:33- Join us later when the Treorchy Male - Choir will be performing for us.
0:22:39 > 0:22:41- Thank you, Yvonne.
0:22:42 > 0:22:48- We look forward to the performance - of the Treorchy Male Choir.
0:22:48 > 0:22:52- Our next guest is a very busy man.
0:22:57 > 0:23:02- I have a connection - with the concert on Sunday.
0:23:03 > 0:23:08- My orchestra - will play at the concert.
0:23:09 > 0:23:14- It's an honour to be invited - to join their celebrations.
0:23:18 > 0:23:22- I'll also be playing - the flute and saxophone.
0:23:22 > 0:23:26- I'll be practising when I get home.
0:23:28 > 0:23:31- The Gower Festival - started on Saturday.
0:23:31 > 0:23:36- We've sold out some of the tickets.
0:23:41 > 0:23:47- The Gower Festival had two - wonderful opening concerts.
0:23:47 > 0:23:53- Sir Karl Jenkins gives a pre-concert - talk ahead of tonight's concert...
0:23:54 > 0:23:59- ..that featured winners - of the Sir Karl Jenkins Music Award.
0:23:59 > 0:24:01- It's also a sell-out.
0:24:02 > 0:24:06- We're very happy with the festival.
0:24:06 > 0:24:12- Nowadays, it can be difficult - and expensive to run an event.
0:24:13 > 0:24:17- However, we're celebrating 41 years.
0:24:19 > 0:24:23- People want to see new things - every year.
0:24:24 > 0:24:27- That's why we're one of the - most popular festivals in Wales.
0:24:27 > 0:24:30- Last year, we had a Cymanfa.
0:24:31 > 0:24:37- It was a success - so we have another one this year.
0:24:37 > 0:24:42- On Sunday 9 July, join - Alwyn Humphreys, Gary Griffiths...
0:24:42 > 0:24:46- ..and the Llangennech - Junior School Choir...
0:24:47 > 0:24:53- ..for a Songs of Praise - at Three Crosses Chapel on 9 July.
0:24:53 > 0:24:55- He enjoys a sing-song.
0:24:57 > 0:25:03- He's fantastic - at conducting the Cymanfa.
0:25:04 > 0:25:08- We try to bring a little - for everyone to the festival.
0:25:09 > 0:25:13- We have lectures - ahead of every concert.
0:25:14 > 0:25:19- There's something new every year - to attract new crowds.
0:25:24 > 0:25:29- The festival highlights the - lesser-known venues in Gower.
0:25:29 > 0:25:32- That's the charm of the festival.
0:25:33 > 0:25:35- I've lived in the area for years...
0:25:39 > 0:25:44- ..but some of these venues - were unknown to me.
0:25:45 > 0:25:51- We have a glass of wine - during some of the concerts.
0:25:54 > 0:25:58- It's a very magical area - to host a festival.
0:26:05 > 0:26:09- This tie - is the Glamorgan Orchestra tie.
0:26:13 > 0:26:18- It was from the time - of the old Glamorgan region.
0:26:28 > 0:26:33- That's where I met many - of these composers and musicians...
0:26:33 > 0:26:36- ..who perform at the festival.
0:26:51 > 0:26:56- You can hear a new commission by - the Gower composer, Mark Thomas.
0:27:01 > 0:27:05- Mark Thomas has written - about coming from Penclawdd.
0:27:05 > 0:27:10- Karl Jenkins is from nearby too.
0:27:10 > 0:27:13- There must be something - in the water.
0:27:14 > 0:27:17- Get ready to laugh with us - after the break...
0:27:18 > 0:27:22- ..as we're joined by the comedian, - Noel James.
0:27:22 > 0:27:27- And a young girl also cuts her hair - for the Little Princess Trust.
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0:27:36 > 0:27:38- Welcome back.
0:27:39 > 0:27:44- I've come for a sneak preview of - an evening hosted by Theatr Mwldan.
0:27:44 > 0:27:48- Noel James is behind the mic - and he joins us tonight.
0:27:48 > 0:27:50- Welcome to Heno.
0:27:50 > 0:27:52- Welcome to Heno.- - Thank you.
0:27:56 > 0:28:01- It's a pleasure to be - on this cosy sofa.
0:28:09 > 0:28:15- It's difficult to prepare - an evening of comedy.
0:28:18 > 0:28:24- I've been trying to work with - Theatr Mwldan for eight years.
0:28:24 > 0:28:29- It will be at Cardigan Castle.
0:28:29 > 0:28:33- That's where the first Eisteddfod - was held.
0:28:34 > 0:28:37- I'm performing in Cardigan - on 6 and 7 July.
0:28:38 > 0:28:43- There's a Welsh language stand-up - gig called Reit Ei Walia.
0:28:44 > 0:28:47- The Welsh language stand-up show - is on 6 July.
0:28:48 > 0:28:53- I'm doing an English performance - on 7 July.
0:28:53 > 0:28:58- It's lots of pressure.
0:28:58 > 0:29:03- However, I will use some old - material and new material too.
0:29:03 > 0:29:07- Money was the issue in Cardigan.
0:29:11 > 0:29:14- If I was this busy every week, - I'd be rich!
0:29:15 > 0:29:17- I'm in Neath soon too.
0:29:24 > 0:29:27- I'm inspired - by looking at the words.
0:29:28 > 0:29:32- I like playing with words too.
0:29:34 > 0:29:40- There's a Welsh language stand-up - gig called Reit Ei Walia.
0:29:40 > 0:29:46- I wanted to talk about Wales - post-Brexit.
0:29:46 > 0:29:51- I'm not a political - or serious comedian.
0:29:54 > 0:29:58- However, politics - is affecting our lives.
0:30:03 > 0:30:07- The English are always complaining - about imigrants.
0:30:08 > 0:30:12- However, we're used to it in Wales.
0:30:15 > 0:30:20- There's some jokes - and music on my guitar.
0:30:25 > 0:30:29- There's a Geraint Jarman parody - in my set too.
0:30:31 > 0:30:35- There's a warm welcome - to people of all ages.
0:30:39 > 0:30:45- It's suitable for the whole family - on the Thursday night.
0:30:50 > 0:30:55- However, if I see children in - the audience, I will adapt my set.
0:31:00 > 0:31:06- There will be a more respectable - audience at the Welsh comedy night.
0:31:11 > 0:31:15- I'm appealing to the likes of - Eirwyn Pontsian.
0:31:15 > 0:31:21- There might be a more risky set - during the English evening.
0:31:22 > 0:31:27- My set changes more often - than I change my socks.
0:31:47 > 0:31:50- My material adapts - over several years.
0:31:51 > 0:31:55- I play lots of gigs to people
0:31:56 > 0:32:00- There are some things that happen - on the night that I'll react to.
0:32:00 > 0:32:02- There are hecklers too.
0:32:07 > 0:32:12- There will be academic Welsh - hecklers that correct my Welsh.
0:32:14 > 0:32:15- I enjoy comedy.
0:32:17 > 0:32:20- There will be an evening in Pwllheli - too.
0:32:21 > 0:32:26- It was an important day for the - pupils of Cymerau Primary School.
0:32:26 > 0:32:30- One brave girl had her hair cut in - aid of the Little Princess Trust...
0:32:31 > 0:32:33- ..but not for the first time.
0:32:33 > 0:32:38- Elin Fflur and our cameras were - at the first cut four years ago...
0:32:38 > 0:32:41- ..so we sent Elin back - to hear the story.
0:32:42 > 0:32:47- Four years ago, I remember thinking - that Catrin was very brave...
0:32:48 > 0:32:51- ..after cutting off - her beautiful long hair.
0:32:52 > 0:32:58- We've returned once again to see - Catrin doing exactly the same again.
0:32:58 > 0:33:01- She's supporting two charities...
0:33:02 > 0:33:06- ..Little Princess Trust - and Epilepsy Research UK.
0:33:07 > 0:33:11- I cut off my hair in Year 2 - when I was seven years old.
0:33:11 > 0:33:16- Children who have suffered - from cancer have lost their hair...
0:33:17 > 0:33:22- ..so I'm cutting my hair so that - it can be turned into wigs for them.
0:33:23 > 0:33:27- You're cutting your hair again - for the Little Princess Trust...
0:33:28 > 0:33:31- ..and you've been raising money - for another charity.
0:33:32 > 0:33:36- I'm raising money - for Epilepsy Research UK...
0:33:37 > 0:33:40- ..as I lost my father to epilepsy - when I was just four months old.
0:33:40 > 0:33:41- You've raised lots of money.
0:33:41 > 0:33:44- You've raised lots of money.- - I think I've raised around 800.
0:33:45 > 0:33:47- Your hair is very long, Catrin.
0:33:47 > 0:33:48- Are you ready to cut it all off?
0:33:48 > 0:33:50- Are you ready to cut it all off?- - Yes, I'm ready.
0:33:51 > 0:33:54- I'm incredibly proud of Catrin.
0:33:54 > 0:33:59- This is the second time - that she's decided to cut her hair.
0:34:00 > 0:34:04- It takes 15 minutes - to do Catrin's hair each morning...
0:34:06 > 0:34:10- ..so I'm looking forward - to her cutting it off.
0:34:11 > 0:34:15- Catrin lost her father to epilepsy - when she was just four months old.
0:34:16 > 0:34:19- As a family, it's important - that Catrin learns about her father.
0:34:19 > 0:34:21- He was a fantastic man.
0:34:22 > 0:34:26- As a friend and cousin, - I'm very proud of Catrin.
0:34:27 > 0:34:33- I normally have fun doing her hair - so I'm going to miss her long hair.
0:34:33 > 0:34:39- Catrin is very brave as she lost - her father at just four months old.
0:34:39 > 0:34:43- She's raising money for children - less fortunate than her.
0:34:43 > 0:34:49- I'm Catrin's cousin and it's sad - to think of what happened to her.
0:34:49 > 0:34:52- I think that she's very brave.
0:34:52 > 0:34:54- Catrin is a special girl.
0:34:55 > 0:34:59- It's been four years - since she last cut her hair.
0:34:59 > 0:35:05- Since then, he's inspired others - to donate their hair to the trust.
0:35:13 > 0:35:15- How does that make you feel?
0:35:15 > 0:35:17- How does that make you feel?- - I'm in shock.
0:35:18 > 0:35:21- I didn't realise it was that long...
0:35:21 > 0:35:26- ..but now that it's been cut, - I can appreciate how long it was.
0:35:27 > 0:35:28- Are you going to miss this hair?
0:35:28 > 0:35:30- Are you going to miss this hair?- - No!
0:35:31 > 0:35:35- What does Ysgol Cymerau school - think of Catrin's efforts?
0:35:35 > 0:35:36- CHEERS
0:35:38 > 0:35:43- Well done, Catrin and follow the - link on the screen to sponsor her.
0:35:52 > 0:35:55- We take a look - at your events in our Calendar.
0:36:00 > 0:36:02- Theatr Fach, Llangefni.
0:36:05 > 0:36:05- The Unfamiliar Familiar.
0:36:05 > 0:36:07- The Unfamiliar Familiar.- - From 5 to 6 July.
0:36:08 > 0:36:10- Tickets from Cwpwrdd Cornel.
0:36:10 > 0:36:13- Tickets from Cwpwrdd Cornel.- - Or Menter Mon on 01248 725 700.
0:36:19 > 0:36:24- Come and see musical characters - in our magical stage show.
0:36:26 > 0:36:31- It's at the YMCA in Cardiff.
0:36:31 > 0:36:36- On Friday 7 July at 6.30pm - and Saturday 8 July at 2.30pm.
0:36:39 > 0:36:43- Tickets are 5 for adults - and 3 for children.
0:36:44 > 0:36:50- For information, - email infor@forgedrama.com
0:36:53 > 0:36:57- Don't forget about - Bodffordd's local Eisteddfod.
0:36:58 > 0:37:02- It's on Saturday 8 July - at Y Ganolfan community centre.
0:37:03 > 0:37:07- It starts in the morning - and finishes at 5.30pm.
0:37:08 > 0:37:10- Competitions include all ages.
0:37:11 > 0:37:17- The programme is available online - from Cymdeithas Eisteddfodau Cymru.
0:37:17 > 0:37:21- For further information, - call 01248 298 357.
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0:37:32 > 0:37:32- Subtitles
0:37:32 > 0:37:34- Subtitles- - Subtitles
0:37:38 > 0:37:40- Welcome back.
0:37:42 > 0:37:46- The Llangollen International - Musical Eisteddfod opens tonight.
0:37:47 > 0:37:52- Tomorrow night, Sir Bryn Terfel - peforms in the operatic gala.
0:37:52 > 0:37:57- It's set to be a momentous night - for eleven-year-old Joseph Elwy.
0:37:58 > 0:38:03- He shares the stage with Bryn - and Elin went to meet Joseph.
0:38:05 > 0:38:08- Imagine being eleven years old...
0:38:09 > 0:38:14- ..and making your dream come true - by sharing a stage with your idol.
0:38:15 > 0:38:18- Joseph Elwy - from Ysgol Gwenffrwd school...
0:38:19 > 0:38:24- ..will perform at the Llangollen - Eisteddfod with Sir Bryn Terfel.
0:38:25 > 0:38:29- This year, one of the - Eisteddfod's highlights...
0:38:29 > 0:38:35- ..will be the rendition of Puccini's - Tosca staring Sir Bryn Terfel.
0:38:35 > 0:38:40- Thanks to Joseph's grandmother, - he too will shine on the stage.
0:38:41 > 0:38:45- My grandmother saw - an advert in the newspaper.
0:38:45 > 0:38:48- We went to the - interview in Llangollen.
0:38:49 > 0:38:52- There were 13 other applicants - for the role.
0:38:53 > 0:38:55- However, I was the lucky winner.
0:38:56 > 0:39:01- How do you feel about performing - on stage with Bryn Terfel?
0:39:01 > 0:39:05- I'm feeling ecstatic - and I'm lost for words.
0:39:05 > 0:39:10- The head teacher, Mrs Iola Owen - has been a great help to Joseph.
0:39:11 > 0:39:16- She's taken every opportunity - to rehearse with the young singer.
0:39:17 > 0:39:22- Joseph has been a pupil - at Ysgol Gwenffrwd for eight years.
0:39:22 > 0:39:27- He enjoys all aspects of the - curriculum and he's a great singer.
0:39:28 > 0:39:33- We're making the most of every break - to rehearse with Joseph.
0:39:34 > 0:39:39- He practises at lunchtime and breaks - despite enjoying playing football.
0:39:40 > 0:39:44- As one of the school leaders, - he's always busy.
0:39:45 > 0:39:50- Miss Owen has been a great help and - has given me tips and support.
0:39:51 > 0:39:56- The piece is called Io de' Sospiri - and it's an aria from Tosca.
0:39:57 > 0:39:58- You won't be singing in Welsh.
0:39:58 > 0:40:00- You won't be singing in Welsh.- - No, I'm singing in Italian.
0:40:00 > 0:40:02- Has it been difficult to learn?
0:40:02 > 0:40:04- Has it been difficult to learn?- - It's been quite hard.
0:40:05 > 0:40:10- It's taken lots of practise - to learn how to pronounce the words.
0:40:10 > 0:40:12- # Ve ne rimanno tanti
0:40:18 > 0:40:25- # Pe' quante foje #
0:40:26 > 0:40:30- Joseph has many friends - at this homely school.
0:40:31 > 0:40:35- They love seeing him - experience all this success.
0:40:35 > 0:40:40- As his friends, are you proud - of Joseph for landing this role?
0:40:40 > 0:40:45- We're very proud of Joseph - as he's done incredibly well.
0:40:46 > 0:40:48- I'm one of Joseph's best friends.
0:40:49 > 0:40:55- Miss Owen has helped Joseph get to - this stage to sing with Bryn Terfel.
0:40:55 > 0:41:00- Joseph has been supported - by all his friends at the school.
0:41:00 > 0:41:05- Sam, as one of his friends, - how proud are you of Joseph?
0:41:05 > 0:41:10- I'm very proud as he's done well - to sing with Sir Bryn Terfel.
0:41:11 > 0:41:16- He's always singing and sometimes - we have to tell him to be quiet.
0:41:17 > 0:41:22- I'm proud of Joseph and I hope he'll - have a good concert at Llangollen.
0:41:23 > 0:41:26- Joseph has overcome - many obstacles in his life.
0:41:27 > 0:41:32- He was struck ill with a rare kidney - disorder when he was in Year 2.
0:41:33 > 0:41:37- Therefore, reaching the stage - of the International Eisteddfod...
0:41:38 > 0:41:40- ..is quite a feat for him.
0:41:41 > 0:41:44- Years ago, I was diagnosed - with Nephrotic syndrome.
0:41:49 > 0:41:53- After lots of steroids - and medicines, I've recovered.
0:41:54 > 0:41:59- That's fantastic and you're going - to sing on stage with Bryn Terfel!
0:42:00 > 0:42:05- You'll be able to say you shared - a stage with Sir Bryn Terfel.
0:42:06 > 0:42:12- I recently heard him speaking - of competing in eisteddfodau.
0:42:12 > 0:42:17- The same is true for Joseph - as he too enjoys singing Cerdd Dant.
0:42:18 > 0:42:21- He's managed to learn - Tosca's lyrics.
0:42:22 > 0:42:25- One day, perhaps he'll be - the next Bryn Terfel.
0:42:26 > 0:42:31- How will your grandmother feel - when she sees you on the stage?
0:42:31 > 0:42:35- I'm not sure - but I think she'll be very proud.
0:42:35 > 0:42:37- # Lampene d'oro me fai morir! #
0:42:46 > 0:42:49- Good luck to Joseph tomorrow.
0:42:53 > 0:42:58- Griff and Noel - have been our studio guests.
0:43:02 > 0:43:07- Noel is performing in Cardigan - at the end of the week.
0:43:07 > 0:43:12- Come and see me in Cardigan Castle - on 6 and 7 July.
0:43:21 > 0:43:25- You can get tickets on the - Mwldan Theatre website.
0:43:26 > 0:43:31- There's Welsh stand-up on 6 July - and an English show on 7 July.
0:43:32 > 0:43:36- I'd also like to plug my - downloadable CD.
0:43:39 > 0:43:44- The Treorchy Male Choir will start - at 5.00pm on Sunday.
0:43:45 > 0:43:47- I'm going to the pub after.
0:43:48 > 0:43:53- Prynhawn Da returns at the - earlier time of 1.05pm tomorrow...
0:43:53 > 0:43:56- ..due to the coverage - of the Tour de France.
0:43:57 > 0:44:00- We close with the - Treorchy Male Choir...
0:44:00 > 0:44:05- ..and a arrangement of Ar Lan y Mor - by their own Jeffrey Howard.
0:44:05 > 0:44:13- # On the seashore, - there are red roses
0:44:13 > 0:44:18- # On the seashore, - there are white lilies
0:44:19 > 0:44:26- # On the seashore is my sweetheart
0:44:27 > 0:44:33- # Who sleeps at night - and wakes my morning
0:44:33 > 0:44:37- # Ah-ah-ah
0:44:39 > 0:44:43- # Ah-ah-ah
0:44:43 > 0:44:51- # On the seashore are blue stones
0:44:51 > 0:45:01- # On the seashore - are flowers of youth
0:45:01 > 0:45:09- # On the seashore are all virtues
0:45:09 > 0:45:14- # On the seashore is my sweetheart
0:45:22 > 0:45:27- # On the seashore are blue stones
0:45:27 > 0:45:32- # On the seashore - are flowers of youth
0:45:32 > 0:45:37- # On the seashore are all virtues
0:45:38 > 0:45:51- # On the seashore is my sweetheart
0:45:51 > 0:45:55- # On the seashore are all virtues
0:45:57 > 0:46:04- # On the seashore is my sweetheart
0:46:05 > 0:46:09- # Ah-ah-ah
0:46:11 > 0:46:21- # Ah-ah-ah
0:46:21 > 0:46:23- # On the seashore
0:46:23 > 0:46:31- # On the seashore- - # On the seashore #
0:46:32 > 0:46:33- APPLAUSE
0:46:35 > 0:46:40- Thanks to the Treorchy Male Choir - for that incredible performance.
0:46:40 > 0:46:45- Thanks for your company - and enjoy the rest of your evening.
0:46:59 > 0:47:00- .