Christmas

Here is a list of Christmas concerts and events in Swansea over the festive season, some of which are free! If you would like us to add your event to this list, just leave a comment at the bottom of the article and we’ll put it in. You don’t even have to leave your e-mail address.

WATERFRONT WONDERLAND 22/11/2008 – 04/01/2009

• National Waterfront Museum, Oystermouth Road Maritime Quarter Swansea SA1 3RD
• National Waterfront Museum, Oystermouth Road Maritime Quarter Swansea SA1 3RDThe grounds of the National Waterfront Museum are being transformed into a children’s paradise, providing fun for all the family. The Admiral Giant Wheel, one of the biggest touring wheels in the UK AT 44m. In a land not so far away, you shall find:
  • Carousel and rides
  • Real ice skating rink
  • Festive singalongs
  • ‘Snowstorm’ ride – New for 2008
  • Festive food and drink
  • Don’t forget to see Santa in his Grotto!
• For more information please call 01792 635428

BRANGWYN CHRISTMAS PARTY 12/12/2008

• 8.00pm: Brangwyn Hall, The Guildhall, Swansea SA1 4PE
• Join us here at the Brangwyn Hall for a festive night of fine dining and spectacular entertainment. The evening’s menu has been specially selected by our Head Chef who has a wealth of experience in devising menus for prestigious occasions.
• Tickets: £32.00 per head inclusive of food and entertainment.
• Bookings: (01792) 635253

BBC NOW CONCERT 13/12/2008

• 7.30pm: Brangwyn Hall, The Guildhall, Swansea SA1 4PE
• Conductor – Grant Llewellyn
• Piano – Boris Giltburg
  Humperdinck – Prelude, Hansel and Gretel
  Rachmaninov – Piano Concerto No. 2
  Tchaikovsky – Symphony No. 1 (Winter Daydreams)
• A Christmas concert full of Russian warmth and seasonal magic. Come and celebrate the festive season with us!
• Tickets: £11 – £14 Box Office: Grand Theatre (01792) 475715

HEARTS FIRST SANTA JOG SWANSEA 2008 14/12/2008

• The Waterfront, Swansea
• Entry Fee: £10.00 (Adult) £5.00 (Child)
• This Christmas the BHF is getting festively fit with a series of fundraising Santa Jogs including two fabulous events in Wales. Join over 500 Santas and take part in the Swansea Santa Jog on Sunday 14th December, starting at 12.30pm.
• This fun-filled 2km route around the waterfront is ideal for all ages and abilities.
• Adults receive a free Santa suit and under-16s are encouraged to use their imagination and come in fancy dress.
• Contact: Events Team 0800 783 6970 westevents@bhf.org.uk
• Click here for more info.

CINDERELLA 17/12/2008 – 18/01/2009

• Grand Theatre, Singleton Street, Swansea
• Starring Su Pollard, Chris Jarvis, Sarah Thomas, Kevin Johns, Frank Vickery and Nia Jermin. Plus The Sensational Shetland Ponies
• For more information and for tickets please contact Box Office on 01792 475715
• Tickets range from £7.50 – £18.00 with selected concessions available.
• There will be an *Audio described performance on 3rd Jan at 2.00pm
• There will be *sign interpreted performances on 7th Jan at 2.00pm, 8th Jan at 7.00pm, 14th Jan at 7.00pm and 15th Jan at 2.00pm
• Click here for more details.

DUNVANT MALE VOICE CHOIR 19/12/2008

• 7.30pm: Brangwyn Hall, The Guildhall, Swansea SA1 4PE
• Annual Christmas Concert.
• Compere – David Vaughan
  Guest Artist – Ariosa Singers
  Choir Music Director – Jonathan Rogers
  Music Director Ariosa Singers – Penny Ryan
• Tickets: £10, £8 & £6
• Box Office: Contact Eric Jones on (01792) 873438

MESSIAH 20/12/2008

• Featuring Morriston Tabernacle Choir
• 7pm: Brangwyn Hall, The Guildhall, Swansea SA1 4PE
• Soprano – Claire Watkins
  Alto – Antonia Sotgiu
  Tenor – Richard Allen
  Bass – Martin Lloyd
• Tickets: £12 (£10 concessions, children half price)
• Box Office: Grand Theatre (01792 475715)

SALVATION ARMY CAROL CONCERT 21/12/2008

• 3pm and 7pm: Brangwyn Hall, The Guildhall, Swansea SA1 4PE
• Join us for a feast of Christmas music plus traditional carols that everyone loves with The Salvation Army Band Songsters and special guests Morriston Rugby Football Club Male Voice Choir. A collection will be made in aid of the Lord Mayor’s Charities.
• Admission: Free
• Box Office: (01792) 475715

CHRISTMAS BY CANDLELIGHT 23/12/2008

• 7.30pm: Brangwyn Hall, The Guildhall, Swansea SA1 4PE
• Come and join us for this annual popular event featuring Christmas favourites, carols and traditional melodies introduced and conducted by Alwyn Humphries. With minced pies and mulled wine, this is the best possible start for the festive season.
• Tickets: £10 standard, £8 concessions
• Box Office: Grand Theatre (01792) 475715