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0:00:17 > 0:00:22- Hello and welcome to Heno - live from Llanelli.
0:00:22 > 0:00:31- I'm excited about tomorrow's match - but there's plenty to enjoy tonight.
0:00:31 > 0:00:36- We hear of a brand-new musical - at the Millennium Centre.
0:00:36 > 0:00:41- Ieuan Rhys has swapped an - acting role for a directorial one.
0:00:42 > 0:00:48- Ysgol Botwnnog celebrates 400 years - of educating the masses.
0:00:48 > 0:00:53- The musician, Mei Gwynedd, - is my studio guest tonight.
0:00:53 > 0:00:58- Mei has kept himself busy - with small things.
0:00:58 > 0:01:04- Pethau Bychain or small things is - part of a government campaign...
0:01:04 > 0:01:12- ..to encourage people to do more - things through the medium of Welsh.
0:01:12 > 0:01:18- I've written a song called - Pethau Bychain or small things.
0:01:19 > 0:01:29- I've been travelling around Wales - to perform the song.
0:01:30 > 0:01:36- I recorded a video.
0:01:36 > 0:01:40- Let's see a clip of the song.
0:01:40 > 0:01:42- # We do them every day
0:01:42 > 0:01:44- # We do them every day- - # The small things
0:01:44 > 0:01:46- # We do them every day
0:01:46 > 0:01:48- # We do them every day- - # The small things
0:01:48 > 0:01:50- # We do them every day
0:01:50 > 0:01:52- # We do them every day- - # The small things
0:01:52 > 0:01:54- # We do them every day
0:01:54 > 0:01:56- # We do them every day- - # The small things
0:01:56 > 0:01:58- # We do them every day
0:01:58 > 0:02:00- # We do them every day- - # The small things #
0:02:01 > 0:02:06- That was a clip from your song, - Pethau Bychain...
0:02:07 > 0:02:15- ..and we'll see the song - in its entirety later.
0:02:15 > 0:02:23- That was a taster of what you did.
0:02:23 > 0:02:30- Yes, I went to all sorts of places - in Wales.
0:02:30 > 0:02:37- I started meeting people at the - Eisteddfod.
0:02:37 > 0:02:41- We went to schools all over Wales...
0:02:41 > 0:02:48- ..and went to Anglesey.
0:02:48 > 0:02:58- We also visited Y Lle in Llanelli.
0:03:08 > 0:03:13- The Crymych Rugby Club Choir - recorded part of the song too...
0:03:13 > 0:03:20- ..and there was a whole lot more.
0:03:20 > 0:03:26- We launched the song yesterday.
0:03:26 > 0:03:33- It was an unusual launch.
0:03:33 > 0:03:43- The project has grown in momentum.
0:03:48 > 0:03:58- I wanted it to feel like it was - a community project.
0:04:01 > 0:04:08- I did a flashmob in a supermarket.
0:04:09 > 0:04:15- It was great because we had a choir - from Anglesey.
0:04:16 > 0:04:21- They joined me at the supermarket.
0:04:21 > 0:04:31- It was quite chaotic.
0:04:35 > 0:04:42- The staff of the Tesco supermarket - in Holyhead were great.
0:04:42 > 0:04:47- You've been in an array of bands.
0:04:47 > 0:04:52- This is something very new for you.
0:04:52 > 0:04:59- How did you compose the song?
0:04:59 > 0:05:08- I didn't want to think too much - about the song.
0:05:08 > 0:05:15- It had to be tongue-in-cheek.
0:05:16 > 0:05:23- I wanted it to work on an acoustic - level.
0:05:23 > 0:05:30- It meant that everyone could be a - part of it.
0:05:30 > 0:05:40- You launched the song at a great - time...
0:05:43 > 0:05:51- ..with the Welsh team's success in - Euro 2016.
0:05:51 > 0:05:59- I had a meeting about the flashmob.
0:05:59 > 0:06:06- We thought Wales would be out of the - football by then!
0:06:06 > 0:06:12- I can't believe that they're still - in it.
0:06:13 > 0:06:23- People can view the song online.
0:06:23 > 0:06:27- Yes, and you can buy it on iTunes - and all those sites.
0:06:27 > 0:06:32- We look forward to hearing - your song, Pethau Bychain later.
0:06:32 > 0:06:38- A new musical is being staged at the - Millennium Centre over the weekend.
0:06:39 > 0:06:44- I Merlin and the Lady of Flowers - is based on the story of Blodeuwedd.
0:06:45 > 0:06:50- Rhodri met the cast and crew - during their rehearsals.
0:06:54 > 0:06:58- We are used to seeing him - in front of an audience...
0:06:59 > 0:07:03- ..but this time, Ieuan Rhys - is the director of I Merlin.
0:07:04 > 0:07:08- His dedication to the work - speaks volumes.
0:07:08 > 0:07:10- It was written by Kath Cole.
0:07:11 > 0:07:15- Kath and I were in college together - some 33 years ago.
0:07:16 > 0:07:18- I hadn't seen her since then.
0:07:18 > 0:07:24- I got a message on Facebook asking - if I'd like to direct the show.
0:07:24 > 0:07:29- I've done some directing before - but nothing on this scale...
0:07:29 > 0:07:34- ..so I looked at the script - and songs and went for it!
0:07:34 > 0:07:39- My message read, "Remember me? - Will you direct this show?"
0:07:40 > 0:07:46- He thought about it for a few days - and finally agreed to do it.
0:07:46 > 0:07:52- It's important to have a great - director and I'm grateful to Ieuan.
0:07:52 > 0:07:57- He works in the professional world - and not with amateurs.
0:07:57 > 0:08:00- Yes, the cast is an amateur one...
0:08:01 > 0:08:06- ..who have jumped at the chance - of performing in a showstopper.
0:08:07 > 0:08:12- I work for a housing association - in my day job but also sing and act.
0:08:13 > 0:08:18- In previous shows, such as Les Mis, - it was the same old thing...
0:08:18 > 0:08:24- ..but this is new, unique, full of - magic, music and is very different.
0:08:24 > 0:08:29- I love the story of Blodeuwedd - and am studying it for my GCSEs.
0:08:32 > 0:08:37- Performing in this show - has helped me with the Welsh.
0:08:38 > 0:08:43- We did the story of Blodeuwedd and - I had ideas about her feelings...
0:08:44 > 0:08:46- ..so this helped with my studies.
0:08:48 > 0:08:53- Do you wonder why I feel this way? - While you hold a torch for her.
0:08:53 > 0:08:57- The cast and director - have grown into the production.
0:08:58 > 0:09:04- I was nervous at first but am - enjoying the role of director now.
0:09:04 > 0:09:06- We've got a great team.
0:09:07 > 0:09:12- There's 23 amateurs from Cardiff, - Penarth, Swansea and Neath...
0:09:12 > 0:09:15- ..and I'm having a whale of a time!
0:09:16 > 0:09:21- He has worked with famous directors - like Michael Bogdanov...
0:09:21 > 0:09:24- ..so there's plenty of help on hand.
0:09:25 > 0:09:29- I asked his advice - when I accepted this position.
0:09:29 > 0:09:33- He told me to enjoy it - and to bite my tongue...
0:09:34 > 0:09:39- ..due to the nature of the piece and - cast as they are not professionals.
0:09:40 > 0:09:45- It's incredible to work with Ieuan - as I remember him from Pobol y Cwm.
0:09:46 > 0:09:51- Working with him is amazing and - he draws the character out of you.
0:09:52 > 0:09:53- Touch the magic!
0:09:54 > 0:09:57- # Touch the magic, taste the fire
0:09:57 > 0:09:59- # Use the legend we uncover #
0:10:00 > 0:10:04- What about the characters - and the story?
0:10:05 > 0:10:09- It's Blodeuwedd from the Mabinogion - with a bit of a twist.
0:10:10 > 0:10:13- It's called I Merlin - and the Lady of Flowers.
0:10:14 > 0:10:18- People will enjoy it - because it's a magical story...
0:10:19 > 0:10:22- ..that's full of comedy - and beautiful songs.
0:10:23 > 0:10:27- They cover the genres - of rock, love and comedic.
0:10:28 > 0:10:33- It's something - the whole family can enjoy.
0:10:36 > 0:10:39- Don't you just love a good legend?
0:10:42 > 0:10:48- I Merlin can be seen at the Weston - Studio in the Millennium Centre...
0:10:48 > 0:10:51- ..on Saturday and Sunday, - 9 and 10 July.
0:10:52 > 0:10:58- France is currently hosting a famous - bike ride as well as the football.
0:10:58 > 0:11:03- Yes, the Tour de France cyclists - are speeding through the country.
0:11:04 > 0:11:09- In Wales, cyclists from the Conwy - Valley are on the Tour de Myfs...
0:11:10 > 0:11:15- ..to remember Myfyr Thomas of Nebo - who was killed in a car accident.
0:11:19 > 0:11:26- The Tour de Myfs is in memory - of my brother, Myfyr Thomas...
0:11:26 > 0:11:30- ..who was killed in a car accident - ten years ago.
0:11:31 > 0:11:35- A group of us are cycling - around the Welsh coast.
0:11:35 > 0:11:38- We started at Queensferry - on Saturday...
0:11:39 > 0:11:42- ..and hope to finish in Chepstow - on Sunday.
0:11:45 > 0:11:50- Nia and I heard about the tour - and decided to join them.
0:11:50 > 0:11:57- The lads have had a lot of coverage - so we joined them.
0:11:57 > 0:12:04- It's our third day and we're still - going but we're being looked after!
0:12:04 > 0:12:08- It's been windy - so it helps to follow the others.
0:12:12 > 0:12:17- Ianto's a bit small to be cycling - but he's here to show his support.
0:12:18 > 0:12:24- We're raising money for the worthy - charity of the Wales Air Ambulance.
0:12:24 > 0:12:27- We're having a great time, - aren't we?
0:12:28 > 0:12:30- It's nice to have a little holiday!
0:12:31 > 0:12:33- It's great being in a team.
0:12:34 > 0:12:38- Saturday was tough - but yesterday was better.
0:12:38 > 0:12:42- We're taking each mile and hill - as they come.
0:12:42 > 0:12:46- It's a lovely feeling - to reach the end of each day.
0:12:47 > 0:12:52- I'd like to thank everyone - who has helped us on this tour.
0:12:52 > 0:12:56- On day one, about 25 people - came out to help us.
0:12:57 > 0:13:04- I want to thank those who are - carrying our clothes and equipment.
0:13:05 > 0:13:10- I'm also grateful to the cyclists as - it's been a great help on this tour.
0:13:17 > 0:13:20- Good luck for the rest of the tour.
0:13:28 > 0:13:31- They have arrived in St Davids.
0:13:32 > 0:13:37- In a moment, we celebrate 400 years - of education at Ysgol Botwnnong.
0:13:38 > 0:13:43- There's also the video of the song - penned by my guest, Mei Gwynedd.
0:13:44 > 0:13:46- It's called Pethau Bychain.
0:13:47 > 0:13:49- Join us in a few minutes.
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0:13:59 > 0:14:01- Welcome back.
0:14:03 > 0:14:09- Ysgol Botwnnog or Hen Ysgol - Hogia Llyn as it's known locally...
0:14:09 > 0:14:12- ..is celebrating 400 years - of existence.
0:14:13 > 0:14:18- Last Friday saw the launch of a book - about the school...
0:14:18 > 0:14:23- ..and the unveiling - of a special commemorative stone.
0:14:27 > 0:14:32- It's an honour for me - to unveil this special stone.
0:14:34 > 0:14:39- Dilwyn Morgan, the entertainer, - councillor and former pupil...
0:14:40 > 0:14:45- ..unveiled the stone that marks - 400 years of education at Botwnnog.
0:14:50 > 0:14:54- Four centuries - is an incredible milestone.
0:14:54 > 0:15:00- How did all this start, Geraint?
0:15:00 > 0:15:06- The Bishop of Bangor, Henry Rowland - died 400 years ago to this July.
0:15:06 > 0:15:12- He was originally from Mellteyrn and - left money in his will for a school.
0:15:13 > 0:15:18- What are you hoping to achieve - in tonight's celebrations?
0:15:18 > 0:15:28- We've collected the memories - of people to create this book.
0:15:29 > 0:15:35- ..meet old friends and enjoy - an evening with the current pupils.
0:15:38 > 0:15:42- We wanted to create - a multi-medium exhibition...
0:15:43 > 0:15:52- ..using some old photographs, - notebooks and newspaper cuttings.
0:15:56 > 0:16:00- Social media is so important - for these kinds of events.
0:16:00 > 0:16:06- I had the task of informing people - on Facebook about this event.
0:16:07 > 0:16:12- There's a Facebook group for - the pageant held later this year...
0:16:12 > 0:16:15- ..and a Facebook page - for this event.
0:16:16 > 0:16:20- Many people have asked - about the launch of the book...
0:16:21 > 0:16:29- ..and it's been a great way - to contact people across Wales.
0:16:29 > 0:16:39- # Who went in search of those people - to put in a pocket #
0:16:39 > 0:16:43- I'm holding the book - and am joined by its editor.
0:16:44 > 0:16:49- It's quite a feat to squeeze - 400 years of history into a book.
0:16:49 > 0:16:51- It isn't a complete history.
0:16:52 > 0:16:59- There's more about the last century - as many pupils are still alive...
0:16:59 > 0:17:03- ..but there's an outline - of all the years...
0:17:03 > 0:17:11- ..and the troubles the school faced - to remain open in a remote site.
0:17:12 > 0:17:15- It's 55 years - since I left Ysgol Botwnnog.
0:17:16 > 0:17:21- I'm lucky that I was able to stay - and work in the Botwnnog area.
0:17:21 > 0:17:24- I'm delighted to be here tonight.
0:17:25 > 0:17:30- You get a lot of support - in the school.
0:17:30 > 0:17:37- Those friends you make in the school - are friends for life.
0:17:39 > 0:17:43- It's an honour to be back - at Hen Ysgol Hogiau Llyn...
0:17:44 > 0:17:48- ..to unveil a plaque - that holds my name.
0:17:49 > 0:17:56- I don't know how it happened as I'm - no scholar and wasn't the worst...
0:17:56 > 0:18:03- ..but it's an honour to represent - all the generations of children...
0:18:03 > 0:18:05- ..who were educated here.
0:18:06 > 0:18:10- It's an institution - that has affected us all...
0:18:10 > 0:18:16- ..and moulded the children of the - Lleyn Peninsula for many centuries.
0:18:17 > 0:18:18- # The school at Botwnnog
0:18:19 > 0:18:26- # Hen Ysgol Hogiau Llyn #
0:18:26 > 0:18:28- APPLAUSE
0:18:30 > 0:18:36- Congratulations to Ysgol Botwnnog on - reaching 400 years of educating.
0:18:36 > 0:18:42- The musician, Mei Gwynedd has been - my studio guest this evening.
0:18:42 > 0:18:47- Mei has been touring Wales to record - his song, Pethau Bychain.
0:18:48 > 0:18:54- The song encourages people to do - more things in the Welsh language.
0:18:54 > 0:19:04- You're a very busy man.
0:19:04 > 0:19:14- Yes, I'm going to Bala after the - programme.
0:19:16 > 0:19:24- I'm part of the Battle of the Bands - competition.
0:19:25 > 0:19:30- I'm meeting all the bands in the - competition.
0:19:30 > 0:19:40- It's been incredible.
0:19:40 > 0:19:44- We've had to whittle down all the - entrants to six.
0:19:45 > 0:19:51- It's been a lot of fun.
0:19:52 > 0:19:59- I also play the ukulele.
0:19:59 > 0:20:07- I've got two ukulele bands.
0:20:07 > 0:20:11- We all played at the Tafwyl - Festival.
0:20:12 > 0:20:17- It was a great night.
0:20:17 > 0:20:23- Wales is going to win tomorrow.
0:20:23 > 0:20:26- They need to do all the small - things!
0:20:28 > 0:20:31- Tomorrow is a big night for Wales.
0:20:32 > 0:20:38- We're at the Fanzone in Aberystwyth - ahead of the match against Portugal.
0:20:38 > 0:20:44- Heledd is on Facebook Live from the - Fanzone in Aberystwyth at 5.45pm.
0:20:45 > 0:20:50- Owain is in Bangor for the first day - of the Race For The Language.
0:20:50 > 0:20:54- The cyclist, Gruff Lewis, - joins Llinos in the studio.
0:20:55 > 0:21:00- We close with the lovely song by - Mei Gwynedd called Pethau Bychain.
0:21:01 > 0:21:05- # We had golden beaches, - tender mountains and hills
0:21:05 > 0:21:10- # Where the pure streams - flow through the reeds
0:21:12 > 0:21:18- # We had the Welsh language - to nurture and protect
0:21:20 > 0:21:26- # Brothers and sisters, - let's do the small things together
0:21:26 > 0:21:29- # They hear us across the county
0:21:30 > 0:21:34- # They hear us across the borders
0:21:34 > 0:21:38- # They hear us across the world
0:21:38 > 0:21:46- # Doing all the small things now
0:21:47 > 0:21:52- # Some live in the countryside - and others live in the town
0:21:55 > 0:21:59- # And the common trait is that - we speak the language of Heaven
0:22:02 > 0:22:07- # We've got an array of sayings - that we love and can be funny
0:22:10 > 0:22:17- # But there's only one way to say, - "I love you!"
0:22:17 > 0:22:21- # They hear us across the county
0:22:21 > 0:22:25- # They hear us across the borders
0:22:25 > 0:22:29- # They hear us across the world
0:22:29 > 0:22:34- # Doing all the small things
0:22:35 > 0:22:42- # This is our time
0:22:42 > 0:22:50- # We take strength - from David's words
0:22:50 > 0:22:58- # From the Preselis - to Llanddwyn Island
0:22:58 > 0:23:08- # Everyone across Wales - unites in song
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0:24:23 > 0:24:33- # Doing the small things now
0:24:41 > 0:24:49- # The small things now #