CERYS MATTHEWS: "Out of chaos come bliss !" On Music, life and Dylan Thomas | The Hours Cafe & Bookshop at Brecon Cathedral
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Join Cerys Matthews, the renowned songwriter, author, and radio programmer, for a captivating candlelit event in Brecon. This special occasion will celebrate the release of her illustrated children's edition of Dylan Thomas' iconic work, "Under Milk Wood," as well as the upcoming publication of her collection of Dylan Thomas poetry, "Out of Chaos Comes Bliss," which is being published by Pushkin Press.
Taking place at The Hours Cafe & Bookshop in Brecon Cathedral, this enchanting event will transport you into the mesmerizing world of Dylan Thomas' poetry. Cerys will be signing copies of her books, which will be available to purchase from The Hours Bookshop Brecon.
Cerys Matthews is no stranger to accolades, having won prestigious awards for her radio programming. Her BBC Radio 4 music show, "ADD TO PLAYLIST," earned her both the Prix Italia and Prix Europa in 2022. On BBC Radio 2, she hosts and programs the Blues Show and has been named UK Blues broadcaster of the year in both 2022 and 2023. Furthermore, her cross-genre radio show on BBC 6 Music has garnered a loyal following, making it the most listened-to show on the station. In 2013, Cerys received the Radio Academy Award for her outstanding work.
In addition to her contributions to the music industry, Cerys has also curated and composed for renowned theaters such as the Tate Modern and the National Theatre in London. Her artistic talents were showcased at the opening ceremony of the World Music Expo in 2013. Notably, she is the author of the acclaimed "folk" cookbook, "Where the Wild Cooks Go," published by Penguin, which beautifully combines recipes, music, poetry, proverbs, and history across 15 countries. Her singalong book, "Hook, Line and Singer," published by Penguin, became a Sunday Times bestseller.
Cerys Matthews' deep appreciation for Dylan Thomas' work and her role as the artistic director for the Dylan Thomas Society and Ballet Cymru make her the ideal guide into the world of his poetry. Furthermore, as a vice-president for Shelter and president of CPRW, The Welsh Countryside Charity, Cerys' passion for social causes shines through in her creative endeavors.
Don't miss this extraordinary opportunity to immerse yourself in the magic of Dylan Thomas' poetry, brought to life by the captivating Cerys Matthews. Mark your calendar for March 14, 2024, and secure your ticket for £22.38 to experience the bliss that emerges from chaos.