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MET Opera Live In HD presents an encore screening of Satyagraha on Monday, December 5, at 6pm at Theatr Mwldan, Cardigan. This opera is a unique and visually stunning production of Philip Glasss opera, which shares Gandhis philosophy of non-violent resistance as a path to social change. The opera, one of the most modern works in the Met repertory, tells the moving story of Gandhis early life in South Africa, when he formed his revolutionary philosophy of non-violent resistance. The protest techniques created by Gandhi and dramatised in Satyagraha are still being used by agents of social change around the world today. The work is performed in Sanskrit and the lyrics are drawn from the Bhagavad-Gita, a sacred Hindu text. The spectacular production, by Phelim McDermott and Julian Crouch, uses a variety of innovative elements including largescale puppets, unusual props, and supertitles to dramatise Gandhis struggles. The performers, including stars Richard Croft, Rachelle Durkin, and Alfred Walker and conductor Dante Anzolini, are reprising their performances from the operas 2008 Met premiere, which received extraordinary critical acclaim. Tickets for this visually extravagant production are 18 (16) and are available to book now from Theatr Mwldans box office on 01239 621200, online at www.mwl dan.co.uk or via Smart Phone at mwlNEXT Saturday night there will be a fantastic Welsh country/Irish ballads singing event at the Llety Parc Hotel Aberystwyth, with all the proceeds going towards the Beacon of Hope Charity. First on stage will be Wil Roberts or Wil Tn as he is known throughout Wales. Last week he released his sixth CD Gwlith y Mynydd, which features a few Welsh traditional songs as well as some new ballads, along with re-recordings of some old classics as well Following Wil will be John

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ac Alun, a country and western duo from Tudweiliog on the Llyn Peninsula. The duo has released eight albums in Welsh and one in English. John and Alun also have a live radio show on Radio Cymru and have starred in four series of their own television show, John and Alun for Welsh-language channel S4C. Tickets for this events are 10 each available from Llety Parc Hotel, Beacon of Hope Charity Shop or by ringing Megan on 01970 612768.

THEATR MWLDAN FILM SOCIETY November 27 @ 6.00 & 8.40 A SEPARATION (PG) Asghar Farhadi | Iran | 2011 | 123 The next Film Society screening at Theatr Mlwdan will be A Separation (PG) an Iranian film that plunges us into Tehran life with an urgent sense of reality, framed by a style of handheld realism. We meet a thirtysomething couple in the divorce courts: Simin insists she wants to leave Iran with their ten-year-old daughter Termeh; husband Nader wants to stay, not least because his elderly father has Alzheimers. The film examines differing attitudes in Iran to sta-

tus, gender and religion and is blessed by strong writing, characterisation and acting. A new domestic situation may seem everyday, but it proves to be a catalyst of potentially life-changing events. Lively and suspenseful as both drama and debate, A Separation employs a tricksy moral compass that shifts according to its viewpoint. Theatr Mwldans Film Society has been bringing the best in world cinema to west Wales for over 21 years. Full annual membership of Theatr Mwldans Film Society is just 66, which entitles you to free entry to all 30 Film Society films and 1.40 discount off all standard 2D cinema screenings at Theatr Mwldan (please note this offer does not apply to live broadcast screenings, 3D screenings or alternative content events).

Unique Christmas gifts

THE new shop at Square Pegs is called Gifted 2 and offers gifts galore for the discerning buyer who is looking for something unique. These artists and artisans, all work to exacting standards, and because of this they look so good together. There are familiar names for those who have seen Square Pegs before; they include Annie Coombs, Glen Ibbotson, Rhiannon

Weatherhead, Carole King, Stephen Thompson, Yvette Brown, all of whom have produced new and interesting items. There are several newcomers too including, Zara Zuchi, Juanita Humphris and Annie Nicholls. Make time to see the potential gifts like stocking filler ideas from as little as 2 to magnificent original items for up to 1,500.

Puppet performance will warm your heart

Fernhill Lodge Llechryd

Comfortable Country House with cosy log res and inglenook CHRISTMAS PARTIES - up to 24 Superb home cooked food using local produce Also catering for Coeliac, Vegetarians and Vegans Open Tues to Sat other days by arrangement Sunday Lunches from 2nd Oct

Licensed Restaurant

Now taking bookings for

Reservations essential Book early to avoid disappointment Tel 01239 682635

Email: fernhilllodge@btconnect.com

Cilgerran NOW TAKING BOOKINGS FOR

2 Course 15.95 3 Course 18.95 Vegetarian/Vegan Options Available
Our licensed restaurant has a fantastic seasonal menu, created with high quality local ingredients.

The Welsh Wildlife Centre

Traditional Christmas Dinner

CHRISTMAS PARTIES

To book phone 01239 621600

SMALL World Theatre has created a delightful puppet performance for children and their families, getting people in the spirit of the holiday season. Winter Stories is a modern fairy story, adapted from a traditional Nanai folk tale about a young man and his kindness. Our hero lives in a mystical world with amazing creatures including

Siberian tigers, a giant sturgeon and much more. By solving three seemingly impossible tasks, he cleverly wins the hand of the beautiful maiden. As the low sun and flickering firelight cast their long shadows, Small World Theatre draws the audience into this charming story where the shadows are not always black and white Some advertised per-

formances are booked up, but there are seats available on Friday December 2 at 6pm and Saturday December 3 at 3pm. Tickets are 5 for an adult and 3 for a child. Groups of 10+ and schools who book in advance will receive a discount. Contact the box office for further details and to make your booking on 01239 615 952. See also smallworld.org.uk