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0:00:18 > 0:00:22- Hello and welcome to Heno - on Wednesday night.
0:00:22 > 0:00:26- It's time for our competition, - Fancy A Fortune?
0:00:26 > 0:00:30- # Fancy A Fortune? #
0:00:30 > 0:00:34- There's a chance for you to win - up to 1,000 on tonight's programme.
0:00:34 > 0:00:37- All you have to do is answer - a simple question.
0:00:38 > 0:00:40- We'll call the winner - live on the programme.
0:00:40 > 0:00:44- Make a note of the number on screen - and you'll have the question later.
0:00:44 > 0:00:48- On tonight's programme...
0:00:48 > 0:00:52- ..Daf's been busy celebrating - in the Gwaun Valley since dawn.
0:00:53 > 0:00:56- In the Gwaun Valley, the local - children are celebrating...
0:00:57 > 0:01:00- ..the Old New Year.
0:01:00 > 0:01:01- And they have collected...
0:01:01 > 0:01:03- And they have collected...- - ..pocket money!
0:01:04 > 0:01:06- You can hear all about it later.
0:01:06 > 0:01:10- There's plenty to celebrate there.
0:01:10 > 0:01:13- A character from the past - will also be commemorated...
0:01:14 > 0:01:17- ..in Myrddin Drama Company's - latest musical later this month.
0:01:18 > 0:01:22- We hear more about Esther - from its writer and composer...
0:01:22 > 0:01:24- ..Nan Lewis and Eric Jones.
0:01:24 > 0:01:27- We venture to the foot - of Snowdon...
0:01:27 > 0:01:31- ..to hear of exciting plans at - the old village school in Rhyd Ddu.
0:01:31 > 0:01:37- Priscilla, Queen of the Desert also - graces the Millennium Centre stage.
0:01:37 > 0:01:41- Boogie Wonderland, - Hot Stuff and I Will Survive...
0:01:42 > 0:01:47- ..are some of the songs that get the - audience dancing in their seats.
0:01:47 > 0:01:53- Priscilla, Queen of the Desert is - back and I'll chat with Craig Ryder.
0:01:54 > 0:01:58- I hope he doesn't want his hat back!
0:02:03 > 0:02:10- We start with the all-important - question in Fancy A Fortune?
0:02:10 > 0:02:16- Which festival is being celebrated - in the Gwaun Valley today?
0:02:16 > 0:02:21- 1) Old Christmas, 2) Old New Year, - or 3) the Old Day of the Basque?
0:02:22 > 0:02:31- This competition is now closed.
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0:02:36 > 0:02:40- The competition is open - to those aged 18 and over.
0:02:40 > 0:02:42- The phone lines close - at 7.15pm tonight!
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0:02:56 > 0:02:59- # Fancy A Fortune? #
0:02:59 > 0:03:03- The next item will help those - unsure of our competition question.
0:03:04 > 0:03:07- Tonight, the Gwaun Valley - in Pembrokeshire...
0:03:07 > 0:03:13- ..has been celebrating the first day - of their new year.
0:03:13 > 0:03:17- Both old and young have been part - of the day's celebrations.
0:03:17 > 0:03:20- Daf was up at the crack of dawn - to enjoy the festivities.
0:03:21 > 0:03:25- It's a dismal January morning - and despite the wind and rain...
0:03:25 > 0:03:29- ..the residents of the Gwaun Valley - are celebrating the Old New Year.
0:03:30 > 0:03:35- Listen carefully as you might hear - the children collecting some money.
0:03:35 > 0:03:42- This group is visiting local homes - and farms to celebrate the new year.
0:03:43 > 0:03:49- Five mothers and ten children - are travelling around the area...
0:03:49 > 0:03:53- ..and singing from door to door - so I hope we get some fine weather.
0:03:53 > 0:03:56- What do you like - about the Old New Year?
0:03:56 > 0:03:58- The sweets.
0:03:58 > 0:04:00- Do you get some money too?
0:04:00 > 0:04:03- Yes.
0:04:03 > 0:04:06- When do you learn the special song?
0:04:06 > 0:04:13- We learn it at school - and sing it outside people's homes.
0:04:14 > 0:04:17- How many groups - are you expecting to see?
0:04:17 > 0:04:19- I'll probably see about 30.
0:04:20 > 0:04:25- You've made a feast for them.
0:04:25 > 0:04:33- We've been singing - and enjoying some sweets.
0:04:33 > 0:04:39- # Happy New Year to you - and to everyone in the house #
0:04:40 > 0:04:46- It has changed since my husband and - older generations went out singing.
0:04:46 > 0:04:50- However, - the children still go out singing.
0:04:51 > 0:04:57- In the past, we would have parties - in the houses at night.
0:04:57 > 0:05:02- These days, we go to - Gellifawr House or Bessie's.
0:05:02 > 0:05:09- We'd either walk or go on our bikes - and not have a lift from parents.
0:05:10 > 0:05:12- Things have changed now.
0:05:13 > 0:05:19- The children enjoy going out and - the school teaches them about it.
0:05:19 > 0:05:26- At the foot of the valley, children - are at an iconic local building.
0:05:26 > 0:05:30- It's the Dyffryn Arms or Bessie's.
0:05:30 > 0:05:34- What's your favourite thing - about the Old New Year, Alaw?
0:05:34 > 0:05:40- I like seeing everyone's homes - and meeting different people.
0:05:40 > 0:05:43- What have you been singing?
0:05:43 > 0:05:47- Mae Dydd Calan Wedi Gwawrio, Plant - Bach Cymru and Blwyddyn Newydd Dda.
0:05:47 > 0:05:52- The locals have been generous - and we've collected a lot of money.
0:05:52 > 0:05:56- It's small but big when you start - at 8.30am and finish at 5.30pm!
0:05:57 > 0:06:01- My son says that we'd be quicker - if I stopped chatting.
0:06:01 > 0:06:11- I like seeing the children - and I expect to see them every year.
0:06:11 > 0:06:17- You're waiting with your Welshcakes - and coins.
0:06:17 > 0:06:23- Ysgol Llanychllwydog in Pontfaen - is also welcoming the Old New Year.
0:06:24 > 0:06:29- All the children are singing - and there's only four in school.
0:06:29 > 0:06:32- The school encourages - the children to go singing.
0:06:32 > 0:06:36- Yes, it's important - to maintain this tradition.
0:06:36 > 0:06:41- We've been reminding the children - of the songs to sing.
0:06:41 > 0:06:47- We've travelled around the valley - and singing at people's homes.
0:06:47 > 0:06:54- We've had sweets, money and cakes.
0:06:54 > 0:07:00- I enjoy the Old New Year - because we sing at people's homes.
0:07:00 > 0:07:03- And we get money.
0:07:03 > 0:07:07- I can hear the change - jingling in your pocket.
0:07:07 > 0:07:10- What songs have you been singing?
0:07:10 > 0:07:15- We sing Blwyddyn Newydd Dda - and Plant Bach Cymru...
0:07:15 > 0:07:19- ..and I can't remember - the other song.
0:07:19 > 0:07:23- Do you prefer new year - on 1 January or 13 January?
0:07:23 > 0:07:29- No contest, it's 13 January - as we don't see anyone on 1 January.
0:07:29 > 0:07:33- It's great - that the tradition continues...
0:07:33 > 0:07:37- ..and that the school allows the - children to maintain the tradition.
0:07:37 > 0:07:40- Happy New Year!
0:07:41 > 0:07:49- Happy New Year to everyone - celebrating the Old New Year today.
0:07:49 > 0:07:55- St Mary's Church in Fishguard has - a special Old New Year concert...
0:07:55 > 0:08:00- ..on Friday at 7.00pm - with the Goodwick Brass Band...
0:08:00 > 0:08:04- ..the Fishguard choir and - children from the local schools.
0:08:04 > 0:08:06- All proceeds - go towards local charities.
0:08:07 > 0:08:10- You can also socialize and - enjoy Welshcakes after the concert.
0:08:11 > 0:08:16- Preparations are afoot - for a brand-new musical...
0:08:16 > 0:08:19- ..that opens at the end of the month - in Carmarthen.
0:08:20 > 0:08:23- It's based on the story - of the Biblical character of Esther.
0:08:23 > 0:08:27- I'm joined by its author, Nan Lewis - and composer, Eric Jones.
0:08:27 > 0:08:30- Welcome to you both.
0:08:31 > 0:08:33- Before we hear from you both...
0:08:33 > 0:08:38- ..we attended your rehearsals - to hear more about the musical.
0:08:43 > 0:08:48- Since September, we've been - rehearsing every Monday night.
0:08:48 > 0:08:52- # There is no need to be angry
0:08:53 > 0:08:59- # It will come to you #
0:08:59 > 0:09:03- The music is wonderful - and the script is powerful too.
0:09:03 > 0:09:10- I can say with a hand on my heart - that Nan doesn't write bad scripts.
0:09:12 > 0:09:19- The first thing I had to do - was grow this beard.
0:09:19 > 0:09:23- We're getting to know people - from the local area...
0:09:23 > 0:09:28- ..who are members of Merched y Wawr - or local chapels.
0:09:29 > 0:09:33- It's exciting as there's only three - weeks before the performance...
0:09:34 > 0:09:37- ..so we need to fine-tune it now.
0:09:37 > 0:09:40- # There is no need to be angry
0:09:41 > 0:09:46- # It will come to you #
0:09:49 > 0:09:57- That was a taster from what we can - expect from the musical, Esther.
0:09:57 > 0:10:02- I'm joined by the author - of the musical, Nan Lewis...
0:10:02 > 0:10:12- ..and Eric Jones - who composed the musical's score.
0:10:17 > 0:10:23- This is the first production - for the Myrddin group.
0:10:23 > 0:10:29- Yes, this is the first production of - the Myrddin group.
0:10:30 > 0:10:35- The local Merched y Wawr was invited - to do a presentation...
0:10:35 > 0:10:39- ..at the Llanelli Eisteddfod.
0:10:40 > 0:10:44- We saw that there was a lot more - that we could do...
0:10:44 > 0:10:54- ..and came up with this production.
0:10:59 > 0:11:07- Men have been invited to join us.
0:11:07 > 0:11:14- Why did you choose to write - a show about Esther?
0:11:15 > 0:11:19- The Book of Esther - is in the Old Testament.
0:11:19 > 0:11:25- I didn't know the story at first.
0:11:26 > 0:11:30- It's a story that - is apt for our period.
0:11:30 > 0:11:35- Esther isn't a heroine at all.
0:11:35 > 0:11:44- The men have joined the team.
0:11:44 > 0:11:48- Yes, but I haven't worked - with Nan in the past.
0:11:48 > 0:11:53- I know about her work.
0:11:53 > 0:11:59- It's the first time for us to work - together.
0:12:00 > 0:12:06- It was an interesting process.
0:12:07 > 0:12:12- I waited for Nan to write the - lyrics.
0:12:12 > 0:12:16- I set the lyrics to a melody.
0:12:17 > 0:12:21- We kept in touch.
0:12:21 > 0:12:29- There were alterations.
0:12:29 > 0:12:37- It's all gone very well.
0:12:37 > 0:12:46- You have a strong cast.
0:12:46 > 0:12:51- The cast is made up of five - main characters.
0:12:51 > 0:12:56- We know about the talented people - of Carmarthen.
0:12:56 > 0:12:59- Helen Gibbon is going to be singing.
0:13:00 > 0:13:08- Meinir Richards is our - Musical Director.
0:13:09 > 0:13:12- They are very talented.
0:13:12 > 0:13:17- When does the show take place?
0:13:17 > 0:13:20- It's on 28 and 29 January - at the Lyric Theatre.
0:13:20 > 0:13:30- There's a few tickets left.
0:13:35 > 0:13:37- The bottom is full - but there's room upstairs.
0:13:37 > 0:13:40- Good luck to you.
0:13:40 > 0:13:42- Eric is going to help me later with
0:13:43 > 0:13:44- Fancy A Fortune,
0:13:44 > 0:13:47- Next, we venture to Rhyd Ddu - at the foot of Snowdon...
0:13:47 > 0:13:52- ..where the village school has been - transformed into an outdoor centre.
0:13:52 > 0:13:57- Gerallt witnessed the start of a - new chapter in the school's history.
0:13:58 > 0:14:03- Rhyd Ddu is the ideal location - to start roaming Snowdonia...
0:14:04 > 0:14:07- ..with the Nantlle Ridge - and Mynydd Mawr on one side...
0:14:07 > 0:14:11- ..and Snowdon's peaks on the other.
0:14:11 > 0:14:15- A few years ago, the old school - was offered a new lease of life.
0:14:15 > 0:14:20- It was 1977 and I was a pupil - at Ysgol Dyffryn Nantlle school...
0:14:20 > 0:14:27- ..and we were the first to use - the site as an outdoors centre.
0:14:27 > 0:14:32- I've gone grey - and seen a lot of things mature...
0:14:33 > 0:14:37- ..and this centre - has needed some attention too.
0:14:37 > 0:14:43- Antur Nantlle took over the running - of the centre last June.
0:14:43 > 0:14:52- A partnership with Gwynedd Council - meant we can safeguard the site.
0:14:52 > 0:14:56- It's had new windows - and been re-plastered.
0:14:56 > 0:15:00- Today, we can see that it's - an excellent site that sleeps 27.
0:15:00 > 0:15:05- It's hoped that we can - create employment in the area...
0:15:05 > 0:15:08- ..and keep the centre open - for many years to come.
0:15:09 > 0:15:15- The Rhyd Ddu Centre helps those - of all abilities to enjoy Snowdonia.
0:15:15 > 0:15:20- One of the area's latest paths - is ideal for this purpose.
0:15:21 > 0:15:26- Both Snowdon and Morfudd - have their special caps.
0:15:26 > 0:15:30- This path is wonderful - on a day like today.
0:15:30 > 0:15:33- It's excellent and I'm delighted - that this path has opened.
0:15:34 > 0:15:40- The Rhyd Ddu Centre gives children - access to this area.
0:15:40 > 0:15:46- This path is 200 yards from - the school and it's easy to follow.
0:15:46 > 0:15:52- It's part of the old Roman road - from Croesor to Caernarfon.
0:15:52 > 0:15:57- It's proof that you don't need to - scale a mountain to enjoy the area.
0:15:58 > 0:16:03- Yes, and it's an ideal site - to enjoy the views of the mountains.
0:16:12 > 0:16:16- I couldn't come to Rhyd Ddu without - mentioning T H Parry-Williams...
0:16:16 > 0:16:19- ..who was raised in this house.
0:16:19 > 0:16:24- He often refers to the way - this area influenced his childhood.
0:16:25 > 0:16:28- He left at eleven - to go to school in Porthmadog...
0:16:29 > 0:16:33- ..but came here every holiday.
0:16:34 > 0:16:41- He had an emotional attachment to it - which is clear in his work.
0:16:42 > 0:16:45- I'm very fond of the centre...
0:16:46 > 0:16:49- ..and am delighted that it's - been taken over by Antur Nantlle.
0:16:49 > 0:16:54- Good luck for the future - and I hope the children support it.
0:17:04 > 0:17:08- After the break, I'll call the - winner in tonight's Fancy A Fortune?
0:17:09 > 0:17:12- You could win up to 1,000 - from a simple spin of the wheel.
0:17:12 > 0:17:16- The phone lines have now closed.
0:17:16 > 0:17:20- We also enter the desert...
0:17:20 > 0:17:24- ..to meet one of the stars of - Priscilla, Queen of the Desert.
0:17:24 > 0:17:28- The musical is being held - in Millennium Centre this week.
0:17:28 > 0:17:31- Make a cuppa - but join us in a few minutes.
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0:17:44 > 0:17:46- Welcome back.
0:17:47 > 0:17:50- I'm back at the wheel for us to - play Fancy A Fortune?
0:17:50 > 0:17:54- Eric, one of the producers of - the musical, Esther...
0:17:55 > 0:18:05- ..has joined me to spin - the wheel in Fancy A Fortune?
0:18:13 > 0:18:15- I'll do my best to give it - a good spin.
0:18:15 > 0:18:19- Hundreds of you have been calling - for Fancy A Fortune?
0:18:19 > 0:18:22- You could win anything - between 50 and 1,000.
0:18:22 > 0:18:26- I can tell you that this number - is for the Porthmadog area.
0:18:26 > 0:18:28- It's ringing.
0:18:28 > 0:18:30- Hello?
0:18:30 > 0:18:33- Hello, it's Mari Grug - from S4C's Heno.
0:18:33 > 0:18:38- Who am I talking to?
0:18:38 > 0:18:42- It's Meinir.
0:18:42 > 0:18:48- Where are you calling from?
0:18:48 > 0:18:50- I'm in Penrhyndeudraeth.
0:18:50 > 0:18:55- I hope you're feeling lucky tonight.
0:18:55 > 0:19:05- Eric will give the wheel a spin - and we'll see how much you've win.
0:19:10 > 0:19:12- Good luck, Meinir.
0:19:12 > 0:19:15- That was a great spin.
0:19:15 > 0:19:18- Congratulations, you've won 200.
0:19:18 > 0:19:21- Thank you very much.
0:19:21 > 0:19:25- That's wonderful.
0:19:25 > 0:19:30- It's made my new year!
0:19:30 > 0:19:35- Thank you for watching Heno - and for entering Fancy A Fortune?
0:19:35 > 0:19:39- Next week, another could win - some money in Fancy A Fortune?
0:19:39 > 0:19:44- # Fancy A Fortune? #
0:19:44 > 0:19:49- This week, Priscilla, Queen of the - Desert has returned to Cardiff...
0:19:50 > 0:19:53- ..following a huge demand.
0:19:53 > 0:19:55- Jason Donavan plays the lead role...
0:19:55 > 0:19:58- ..but he shares the stage - with the Welshman, Craig Ryder.
0:19:59 > 0:20:01- Earlier, Llinos met Craig - for a quick chat...
0:20:01 > 0:20:05- ..and heard more about the latest - addition to his family...
0:20:05 > 0:20:07- ..with his partner, - Ian or H from Steps.
0:20:08 > 0:20:11- Based on the famous 1990s film, - The Adventures of Priscilla...
0:20:11 > 0:20:15- ..the musical, Priscilla, - Queen of the Desert...
0:20:15 > 0:20:19- ..has earned its place as a - colourful and successful show...
0:20:19 > 0:20:24- ..to reach Broadway, the West End - and Cardiff's Millennium Centre.
0:20:24 > 0:20:29- # Oh no, not I! I will survive! #
0:20:29 > 0:20:32- Priscilla tells the story - of three friends...
0:20:32 > 0:20:36- ..who jump on a wreck of a bus and - go in search of love and friendship.
0:20:36 > 0:20:41- In the end, they find - much more than they expected.
0:20:42 > 0:20:46- It's lovely to see you and - how was the opening night, Craig?
0:20:46 > 0:20:50- It was great to be back in Wales.
0:20:50 > 0:20:55- The theatre was full - and the audience was fantastic.
0:20:56 > 0:21:01- I've seen it and have never had - so much fun in a musical.
0:21:01 > 0:21:04- It's full of pop songs.
0:21:05 > 0:21:09- Yes, there's Go West and - it climaxes with I Will Survive.
0:21:10 > 0:21:14- By the end, all the audience is on - their feet and singing and dancing.
0:21:14 > 0:21:17- Tell us about your role.
0:21:18 > 0:21:22- I play Frank and am the understudy - for Tick, one of the lead roles...
0:21:22 > 0:21:25- ..who is played by Jason Donavan.
0:21:26 > 0:21:31- It has returned Cardiff - but what makes it so popular?
0:21:31 > 0:21:37- I think it's a musical - that everyone enjoys.
0:21:37 > 0:21:42- It isn't a family show - but for adults.
0:21:43 > 0:21:46- Everyone enjoys the music, - the dancing and the story.
0:21:47 > 0:21:53- It's great to have you in Wales but - how are you settling in South Wales?
0:21:54 > 0:22:02- I've been touring so haven't been - around but I like South Wales.
0:22:02 > 0:22:07- In your personal life, you are - welcoming new members of the family.
0:22:07 > 0:22:12- Yes, the twins - will be arriving in March.
0:22:12 > 0:22:16- You announced the news - on YouTube before Christmas.
0:22:16 > 0:22:20- Yes, and everyone enjoyed - the animation.
0:22:20 > 0:22:23- It's a busy time for you.
0:22:23 > 0:22:27- Yes, it's going to be - a very busy year.
0:22:28 > 0:22:33- You advise everyone in Wales to come - to the show in the coming days.
0:22:33 > 0:22:40- Yes, it's a popular show - so buy your tickets now!
0:22:40 > 0:22:44- Good luck with the remainder - of the tour and thank you, Craig.
0:22:49 > 0:22:52- The show continues in the - Millennium Centre until Saturday.
0:22:53 > 0:22:57- Nan Lewis and Eric Jones have been - my studio guests this evening.
0:22:57 > 0:23:01- Thank you for your help with our - competition, Fancy A Fortune?
0:23:01 > 0:23:11- Nan and Eric are responsible - for a new musical called Esther.
0:23:11 > 0:23:14- Why should people go and see Esther?
0:23:14 > 0:23:17- I think people should - come and see Esther...
0:23:17 > 0:23:20- ..because it's a wonderful story.
0:23:20 > 0:23:23- Esther will be performed - on 28 and 29 January...
0:23:23 > 0:23:27- ..at the Lyric Theatre - in Carmarthen.
0:23:28 > 0:23:31- Tickets are available from - the Lyric Theatre, Carmarthen.
0:23:32 > 0:23:34- It starts at 7.30pm.
0:23:34 > 0:23:36- Thank you for joining me.
0:23:37 > 0:23:39- Prynhawn Da - returns tomorrow at 2.00pm.
0:23:39 > 0:23:47- On tomorrow's Heno at 7.00pm, - we learn why bingo is still popular.
0:23:47 > 0:23:50- Elin Fflur is at the - Empire Bingo Club in Caernarfon.
0:23:50 > 0:23:53- Owain Gwynedd is challenged to play - a game of squash...
0:23:53 > 0:23:56- ..by one of the best players - in Wales in Newcastle Emlyn.
0:23:57 > 0:24:00- The journalist, Sian Morgan Lloyd - joins me in the studio.
0:24:00 > 0:24:02- We close in the Gwaun Valley...
0:24:02 > 0:24:06- ..where the Old New Year - celebrations are continuing...
0:24:06 > 0:24:09- ..and the children - have a special message for us.
0:24:09 > 0:24:11- # Happy New Year to you
0:24:11 > 0:24:13- # And to everyone in the house
0:24:14 > 0:24:17- # This is my wish to you - at the start of this new year
0:24:17 > 0:24:21- # Happy New Year! #
0:24:21 > 0:24:25- Happy New Year to them and everyone - celebrating the Old New Year.
0:24:26 > 0:24:31- I'm the celebrations will last - all night in the Gwaun Valley.
0:24:31 > 0:24:35- Until tomorrow, it's goodnight - from everyone in the studio.
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