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0:00:17 > 0:00:21- Hello and welcome to Heno - on this Tuesday evening.
0:00:21 > 0:00:25- We're live from Machynlleth, - home of Owain Glyndwr's Parliament.
0:00:25 > 0:00:31- Tonight, another country is centre - stage and Gerallt has the story.
0:00:32 > 0:00:36- Friends from the Basque Country are - enjoying an evening at Caffi Alys.
0:00:36 > 0:00:40- I'm enjoying some Basque cider...
0:00:41 > 0:00:44- ..and you can learn more about - some of the activities later on.
0:00:45 > 0:00:48- Talking of nations, - just over 100 years ago...
0:00:48 > 0:00:52- ..Welshman D W Griffith directed - the film, The Birth of a Nation.
0:00:52 > 0:00:55- We'll hear about a new film - with the same title...
0:00:55 > 0:00:59- ..but which isn't as contentious.
0:00:59 > 0:01:04- We also enter Aladdin's magical - world in popular West End musical.
0:01:04 > 0:01:08- We meet one of the musicians, - Nerys Richards from Pembrokeshire.
0:01:08 > 0:01:15- On this side are violin 1, violin 2 - and me on the cello over here.
0:01:15 > 0:01:20- There's a grand piano over here.
0:01:27 > 0:01:33- Back in Wales, it's a big year for - Merched y Wawr as it's turning 50.
0:01:33 > 0:01:38- Tegwen Morris, the Chief Executive, - joins me in the studio.
0:01:38 > 0:01:41- Welcome to the programme.
0:01:41 > 0:01:44- Thank you.
0:01:44 > 0:01:50- It's going to be a busy year - for you and all the members.
0:01:50 > 0:01:53- It's going to be very busy.
0:01:53 > 0:01:56- But first, we're off to Machynlleth.
0:01:56 > 0:02:00- Gerallt has been hearing about - the traditions the Basque Country...
0:02:01 > 0:02:03- ..and its minority language.
0:02:03 > 0:02:06- It has been a day full of variety, - Gerallt.
0:02:07 > 0:02:22- Yes, indeed, Mari.
0:02:23 > 0:02:26- I have been to meet a few talented - people.
0:02:31 > 0:02:34- Before we talk about - the Basque artwork...
0:02:35 > 0:02:38- ..what effect has - this part of Spain had on you?
0:02:38 > 0:02:43- I went to the Basque Country - in Northern Spain in September.
0:02:43 > 0:02:49- I stayed in the lovely region of - San Sebastian, a marvellous city.
0:02:50 > 0:02:55- I was also able to travel - into the countryside for a day...
0:02:56 > 0:02:59- ..to the Lecunberri region.
0:02:59 > 0:03:03- They speak the Basque language there - as they do in San Sebastian.
0:03:04 > 0:03:08- The language makes it - a very special place.
0:03:08 > 0:03:12- It's busy here at Ysgol Bro Hyddgen - as the students enjoy themselves.
0:03:13 > 0:03:16- What is the Basque inspiration - behind the artwork?
0:03:17 > 0:03:22- In the rural areas of the Basque - country there are many farmhouses.
0:03:22 > 0:03:25- They have three or four floors.
0:03:25 > 0:03:26- On the top level...
0:03:27 > 0:03:31- ..they hang a frame on the ceiling - and hang all kinds of things on it.
0:03:31 > 0:03:34- Chairs, teapots, - all kinds of things.
0:03:35 > 0:03:43- Here in the art room, they are - making bits and pieces to hang up.
0:03:43 > 0:03:48- Before Christmas, we didn't know - much about the Basque Country.
0:03:48 > 0:03:51- I hadn't heard of it.
0:03:51 > 0:03:55- It seems that the Basque Country - is very similar to Wales.
0:03:55 > 0:04:00- One thing I've created is a frying - pan with eggs and bacon in it!
0:04:00 > 0:04:04- I like this piece - because it stands out.
0:04:05 > 0:04:09- I love food, - especially fish and chips.
0:04:09 > 0:04:14- I've made a basket - with fish, chips and onion rings.
0:04:15 > 0:04:19- It has been a good experience for - the children and the department...
0:04:19 > 0:04:22- ..to work with Luned.
0:04:22 > 0:04:26- The Basque element is something - completely different.
0:04:26 > 0:04:30- I think everyone's - enjoyed themselves.
0:04:37 > 0:04:40- In the Tannery in Machynlleth...
0:04:40 > 0:04:44- ..you can see work by Juan Gorriti, - a prominent Basque artist.
0:04:44 > 0:04:49- Luned Rhys Parri knows - and admires his work.
0:04:53 > 0:04:56- He is a great and prolific artist.
0:04:57 > 0:05:01- He's produced all kinds of art, - including paintings and sculptures.
0:05:01 > 0:05:10- He likes to paint these objects - a certain blue colour...
0:05:10 > 0:05:16- ..which is called Gorriti Blue.
0:05:20 > 0:05:24- We're very fortunate - that Gorriti's work...
0:05:24 > 0:05:29- ..has been brought here from the - Basque Country in Northern Spain.
0:05:29 > 0:05:33- We can see it here in all its glory.
0:05:39 > 0:06:04- Meic Llewellyn, the co-ordinator - of this event, joins me.
0:06:04 > 0:06:07- When did the connection start?
0:06:07 > 0:06:11- The connection started - about 20 years ago.
0:06:12 > 0:06:20- It's since bands from Wales started - visiting the area.
0:06:20 > 0:06:23- The week has already - been a great success.
0:06:23 > 0:06:28- It has been a great success.
0:06:28 > 0:06:46- We've had a great week.
0:06:46 > 0:06:52- Over 17 Basque people turned up.
0:06:52 > 0:06:57- We have had entertainment and - a look to the future.
0:06:57 > 0:07:01- Gail Jenkins in the owner - of Siop Alys here in Machynlleth.
0:07:01 > 0:07:05- I have made pinchos for people.
0:07:05 > 0:07:16- It's a spear that holds the tapas.
0:07:16 > 0:07:19- I hope it's as good as the cider!
0:07:19 > 0:07:26- Josune Garmentdia is from - the Basque country in Spain
0:07:27 > 0:07:29- How have you enjoyed the welcome - here in Wales?
0:07:29 > 0:07:33- It has been a nice experience.
0:07:33 > 0:07:38- We are far from each other.
0:07:38 > 0:07:41- People have been interested - in our culture.
0:07:41 > 0:07:57- We are quite similar.
0:07:57 > 0:08:01- We appreciate language in the - same way.
0:08:01 > 0:08:03- Thanks for the welcome.
0:08:03 > 0:08:06- A great week in Machynlleth. - Back to you in the studio.
0:08:06 > 0:08:11- If you'd like more information about - the tour by the Basque people...
0:08:11 > 0:08:13- ..visit www.showmewales.co.uk.
0:08:13 > 0:08:16- 50 years ago in the village - of Parc near Bala...
0:08:16 > 0:08:20- ..one of Wales' most influential - women's movements was born.
0:08:20 > 0:08:22- Merched y Wawr was established...
0:08:22 > 0:08:25- ..by women who were unhappy - with the English nature of the W.I.
0:08:26 > 0:08:29- This local branch has grown to - become a national institution.
0:08:29 > 0:08:32- There are now thousands of members - in almost 300 branches.
0:08:33 > 0:08:37- They will all be celebrating - its 50th anniversary during 2017.
0:08:38 > 0:08:41- Here to talk about what's on the - agenda is the CEO, Tegwen Morris.
0:08:41 > 0:08:45- Welcome to the programme.
0:08:45 > 0:08:56- Thank you.
0:08:57 > 0:08:59- You have a busy year ahead of you.
0:08:59 > 0:09:02- Yes, indeed.
0:09:02 > 0:09:12- Pembrokeshire branches have had - celebrations already.
0:09:13 > 0:09:17- Cushions have been made - for cancer sufferers.
0:09:17 > 0:09:20- We also have a project.
0:09:20 > 0:09:24- We're asking members for all - kinds of material for this project.
0:09:24 > 0:09:28- We want photos, letters, cartoons, - recipes or any personal collections.
0:09:28 > 0:09:39- We want to show the effect - the movement has had on Wales.
0:09:39 > 0:09:43- Ceredigion have organized - three events.
0:09:43 > 0:09:46- Where did you research?
0:09:47 > 0:09:52- We have been looking at our - archives.
0:09:52 > 0:10:00- We have been looking at media - archives too.
0:10:01 > 0:10:18- We have found some treasures there.
0:10:18 > 0:10:22- The members have the - best material.
0:10:22 > 0:10:36- They have all kinds of treasures - in their drawers.
0:10:36 > 0:10:41- Tell us about this collection in - front of us.
0:10:42 > 0:10:45- A collection of ten products have - been made into a collection.
0:10:45 > 0:10:50- Some of the products are here.
0:10:50 > 0:10:55- Every member will get a free bag.
0:10:55 > 0:11:04- A membership card for life will be - given too.
0:11:04 > 0:11:15- It will give you money off products - across Wales.
0:11:15 > 0:11:21- The brooch is 1,500 in gold.
0:11:21 > 0:11:29- The silver one in under 100.
0:11:29 > 0:11:37- Mari Eluned has created a necklace.
0:11:37 > 0:11:41- There is also a glass daffodil.
0:11:41 > 0:11:44- There is also a glass daffodil.
0:11:44 > 0:11:53- That is 25.
0:11:53 > 0:11:58- We'll also have a commemorative - plate and a mug.
0:11:59 > 0:12:11- So many nice things.
0:12:11 > 0:12:20- Merched y Wawr have helped to raise - money for many charities.
0:12:20 > 0:12:23- Will you be raising money - for a charity this year?
0:12:23 > 0:12:28- This year, - we are collecting memories.
0:12:28 > 0:12:34- We all get to share our memories.
0:12:35 > 0:12:40- Local charities - are always supported.
0:12:40 > 0:12:55- That will continue this year.
0:12:56 > 0:12:58- We don't have a national campaign - this year.
0:12:58 > 0:13:03- Merched y Wawr are always in the - Eisteddfod.
0:13:03 > 0:13:07- We'll also be celebrating at - the Urdd and National Eisteddfods.
0:13:08 > 0:13:17- Merched y Wawr are donating - the crown this year.
0:13:23 > 0:13:29- On the Wednesday, we have a history - of the 50 years.
0:13:29 > 0:13:31- From Merched y Wawr - to women on bikes.
0:13:32 > 0:13:35- Congratulations to Eluned King - and Ffion James...
0:13:35 > 0:13:39- ..on their success at the British - Cyclo-cross Championships.
0:13:39 > 0:13:41- In Bradford on Sunday...
0:13:41 > 0:13:45- ..Eluned from Towy Riders won gold - in the Women's U16 category.
0:13:45 > 0:13:48- Ffion won bronze - in the Women's U23 category.
0:13:48 > 0:13:52- Good luck to them both in the future - in what is a very muddy sport!
0:13:52 > 0:13:56- After the break, two films, - two centuries but the same title.
0:13:56 > 0:14:01- I'll have the story of this new film - and another with the same title...
0:14:01 > 0:14:06- ..which came out in 1915 and is one - of the most contentious films ever.
0:14:06 > 0:14:08- A Welsh American - was responsible for it.
0:14:09 > 0:14:13- We'll also go behind the scenes of - a popular West End musical, Aladdin.
0:14:13 > 0:14:17- We'll be guided by a busy member - of the orchestra, Nerys Richards.
0:14:18 > 0:14:19- See you in a few minutes.
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0:14:40 > 0:14:41- Welcome back.
0:14:41 > 0:14:44- We're off to the cinema - straight away...
0:14:44 > 0:14:48- ..where the film The Birth of - a Nation is showing at the moment.
0:14:48 > 0:14:51- A film with the same title - was released over 100 years ago.
0:14:52 > 0:14:56- Whilst the new one has been praised, - the original was very contentious.
0:14:56 > 0:15:01- It was produced and directed - by a Welsh American...
0:15:01 > 0:15:03- ..and Rhodri has the story.
0:15:04 > 0:15:05- The Lord has spoken to me.
0:15:05 > 0:15:07- Visions of what's to come.
0:15:07 > 0:15:09- The rise of good against evil.
0:15:09 > 0:15:10- What are we going to do?
0:15:10 > 0:15:12- What are we going to do?- - We'll fight.
0:15:12 > 0:15:16- The Birth of a Nation - tells the story of Nat Turner...
0:15:17 > 0:15:20- ..in the Southern States of America - in the 1830s.
0:15:20 > 0:15:23- He was a black man - who had learnt to read.
0:15:23 > 0:15:28- Despite being a slave, - he preached around the estates.
0:15:28 > 0:15:31- In a way, he kept - the slaves under control...
0:15:32 > 0:15:35- ..on behalf of their - white masters.
0:15:35 > 0:15:40- When he saw what went on at the - farms, he started a revolution.
0:15:40 > 0:15:45- I pray you sing a new song.
0:15:45 > 0:15:49- It's a true story and a labour - of love for the director and star...
0:15:49 > 0:15:51- ..Nate Parker.
0:15:51 > 0:15:58- Parker wanted to take the title - of the famous film from 1915...
0:15:58 > 0:16:03- ..and retell the story - on behalf of black Americans.
0:16:03 > 0:16:08- If the new film gives - the proper context to the story...
0:16:08 > 0:16:13- ..the original romanticizes - some of the most controversial...
0:16:14 > 0:16:17- ..and loathsome characters - in American history.
0:16:18 > 0:16:24- Many people know that there are - problems with the original film.
0:16:24 > 0:16:28- It basically praises - the Ku Klux Klan.
0:16:28 > 0:16:33- It's the American Civil War from - the standpoint of the white man.
0:16:33 > 0:16:37- Were the slaves - thinking about revolution...
0:16:37 > 0:16:42- ..or even about taking power.
0:16:42 > 0:16:52- A kind of hysteria grows and - the answer is the Ku Klux Klan.
0:16:52 > 0:16:57- That sounds racist - because the film is racist.
0:16:57 > 0:17:00- There is no doubt about it.
0:17:00 > 0:17:03- The film was based on a famous - novel, The Clansman.
0:17:03 > 0:17:05- It was made by a Welsh American.
0:17:06 > 0:17:10- D W Griffith, or David Llewellyn - Wark Griffith, was definitely Welsh!
0:17:11 > 0:17:16- His forefathers came from Wales - but he was born in Kentucky.
0:17:16 > 0:17:28- D W Griffith had a Welsh heritage - but his father was very imaginative.
0:17:28 > 0:17:32- One of his stories - was about the family's history.
0:17:32 > 0:17:38- He claimed that they came - from a long line of Welsh kings.
0:17:39 > 0:17:43- D W Griffith's father - was quite a character.
0:17:43 > 0:17:47- He was known as - "Roaring" Jake Griffith.
0:17:47 > 0:17:52- He was a Confederate Colonel - during the American Civil War.
0:17:52 > 0:17:59- I think there's a similarity between - those Southerners and the Welsh.
0:17:59 > 0:18:03- They are still going on - about the South rising again.
0:18:04 > 0:18:07- They still feel apart from America, - their own nation.
0:18:07 > 0:18:11- When it was released, - the film was counted as a classic.
0:18:11 > 0:18:17- Griffith was the father of cinema - for generations of Americans.
0:18:17 > 0:18:22- It's difficult for us to watch - The Birth of a Nation today...
0:18:22 > 0:18:25- ..because of its racist element.
0:18:25 > 0:18:29- However, if we can somehow - see past that, and it's not easy...
0:18:29 > 0:18:31- ..then it's a terrific film.
0:18:32 > 0:18:39- Made in 1915, it's over three hours - long and has huge, expensive sets.
0:18:39 > 0:18:46- It also has a cast of thousands and - D W Griffith's use of the camera.
0:18:46 > 0:18:51- Before D W Griffith, there were - no close-ups or montages.
0:18:51 > 0:18:55- On the other hand, - the story extols the Klan.
0:18:55 > 0:19:01- To appreciate the new film, - you have to watch the old one.
0:19:02 > 0:19:05- An ironic use of words maybe, - but you can't whitewash history.
0:19:06 > 0:19:10- You have to see the weaknesses - in D W Griffith's film...
0:19:10 > 0:19:14- ..in order to appreciate - Nate Parker's film even more.
0:19:15 > 0:19:19- Despite the racism - in the original film...
0:19:19 > 0:19:24- ..without it, we wouldn't have - Nate Parker's film to applaud.
0:19:24 > 0:19:27- Rebel!
0:19:27 > 0:19:30- You waiting on something?
0:19:30 > 0:19:33- You waiting on us.
0:19:33 > 0:19:37- # We will rise #
0:19:37 > 0:19:39- That film certainly - looks worth seeing.
0:19:40 > 0:19:44- We're off to London now, to the West - End, the land of musical theatre.
0:19:44 > 0:19:49- Nerys Richards from Newport, - Pembrokeshire, knows the place well.
0:19:49 > 0:19:53- She's in the orchestra - for the magical musical, Aladdin.
0:19:53 > 0:19:57- Daf Wyn took up a few minutes of - her busy schedule for a quick chat.
0:20:04 > 0:20:08- How does it feel to be playing in - such a big show at in the West End?
0:20:09 > 0:20:13- We are right in the centre, - in Soho on Old Compton Street.
0:20:14 > 0:20:18- I sometime think I'd like - to work somewhere a bit quieter.
0:20:19 > 0:20:22- Every night, I travel in on the Tube - with my cello.
0:20:23 > 0:20:27- It often doesn't feel like coming - to work because I love it so much.
0:20:27 > 0:20:30- The music is great.
0:20:30 > 0:20:33- My part on the cello is good.
0:20:34 > 0:20:37- I play it almost every night - so I have to like it!
0:20:37 > 0:20:40- I also have a couple of solos.
0:20:40 > 0:20:44- It's very interesting.
0:20:45 > 0:20:49- The film is very magical.
0:20:50 > 0:20:51- Does that come across on stage?
0:20:51 > 0:20:53- Does that come across on stage?- - Definitely.
0:20:53 > 0:20:57- We feel it in the pit because - the music is quite magical too?
0:21:01 > 0:21:09- On this side are violin 1, violin 2 - and me on the cello over here.
0:21:09 > 0:21:13- There's a grand piano over here.
0:21:13 > 0:21:16- A double bass and a keyboard.
0:21:16 > 0:21:17- How many are in the orchestra?
0:21:17 > 0:21:21- How many are in the orchestra?- - There are 15 of us.
0:21:27 > 0:21:31- You are busy at the theatre - but what else are you up to?
0:21:31 > 0:21:34- I freelance with the - English National Opera.
0:21:34 > 0:21:36- I did Tosca last Saturday.
0:21:36 > 0:21:39- Last week, I also did Ibiza Classics - with Pete Tong!
0:21:39 > 0:21:42- That's a bit different to Disney.
0:21:42 > 0:21:44- I enjoy the variety.
0:21:44 > 0:21:46- You also work with Radio 1.
0:21:47 > 0:21:50- I have to get up early on Monday - to go to Maida Vale...
0:21:50 > 0:21:55- ..to record with Olly Murs - for Radio 1 Live Lounge.
0:21:56 > 0:21:58- Then I'm with Graham Norton - in the evening.
0:21:58 > 0:22:00- You are quite busy.
0:22:00 > 0:22:02- You are quite busy.- - That's the spice of life!
0:22:03 > 0:22:05- You also have a baby.
0:22:05 > 0:22:07- My daughter is 18 months old.
0:22:08 > 0:22:12- Seren Haf has already had - one harp lesson from me!
0:22:12 > 0:22:15- What's coming up in 2017?
0:22:15 > 0:22:20- I'll be here for at least a year - and they're even saying five years.
0:22:20 > 0:22:23- It is so sold out.
0:22:23 > 0:22:26- It's quite tiring looking after - the little one.
0:22:26 > 0:22:28- That's what I do in the daytime.
0:22:28 > 0:22:31- I come to work when she's in bed.
0:22:31 > 0:22:33- It's a good balance.
0:22:33 > 0:22:36- This place will be packed - within the hour.
0:22:36 > 0:22:37- Thank you for the chat.
0:22:37 > 0:22:38- Thank you for the chat.- - Thank you.
0:22:38 > 0:22:41- Now you can go and do some work!
0:22:42 > 0:22:45- # Never had a friend like me #
0:22:47 > 0:23:01- Tegwen Morris has been - my studio guest this evening.
0:23:02 > 0:23:11- Nerys and her sister have performed - for Merched y Wawr.
0:23:11 > 0:23:19- Yes, we hope to have them back in - the future.
0:23:19 > 0:23:27- Every event is a challenge to - arrange.
0:23:28 > 0:23:36- I love going to the Royal Welsh - Show.
0:23:37 > 0:23:46- There will also be a residential - event this year.
0:23:46 > 0:23:54- I'm sure there will be many - highlights.
0:23:54 > 0:23:58- We love seeing all of the members - enjoying themselves.
0:23:58 > 0:24:02- We welcome people to contact us with - their memories,
0:24:02 > 0:24:04- That's all from us this evening.
0:24:05 > 0:24:08- Prynhawn Da returns at 2.00pm - and on Heno at 7.00pm...
0:24:08 > 0:24:13- ..we're live in Llanberis for a new - venture promising pizza and a pint.
0:24:13 > 0:24:18- Also, we'll look at fitness walks - at the National Botanic Garden...
0:24:19 > 0:24:24- ..and one of S4C's most loved drama - series returns to the small screen.
0:24:24 > 0:24:28- Two of the stars of Gwaith Cartref - will be in the studio.
0:24:28 > 0:24:32- Llywela and Macsen, played by - Sue Roderick and Mabli Jen Eustace.
0:24:32 > 0:24:34- Until tomorrow, goodnight.
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