Taking Flight Theatre

Tafsila and Alistair stand at the entrance of the Muni. Above the doors there is a stain glass window, and there are beautiful stone pillars framing the entrance way.

A lady, with pink hair tied back in a ponytail, is pressing a button on her left to call the lift. Half of the silver lift doors appear infront of her. She is wearing blue jeans, a black coat and a pink bag.

Alistair and Tafsila, stand infront of a bar, with three stools infront of it. The bar is lit from below with a warm yellow. Alistair points out his hand as though describing something infront of him. Behind the bar there are shelves displaying teas and coffees.

Fel rhan o'n project Torri'r Box, aeth ein Cydlynydd Mynediad Tafsila Khan gyda Alistair Sill ar ddaeth Sain Ddisgrifiad o Y Muni Pontypridd. Mae'r project yma dal i wthio'r bariau, i greu lleoliadau hygyrch i bawb.

Tafsila and Alistair stand at the entrance of the Muni. Above the doors there is a stain glass window, and there are beautiful stone pillars framing the entrance way.

A lady, with pink hair tied back in a ponytail, is pressing a button on her left to call the lift. Half of the silver lift doors appear infront of her. She is wearing blue jeans, a black coat and a pink bag.

Alistair and Tafsila, stand infront of a bar, with three stools infront of it. The bar is lit from below with a warm yellow. Alistair points out his hand as though describing something infront of him. Behind the bar there are shelves displaying teas and coffees.

As a part of our wonderful Breaking the Box project, our Access Coordinator Tafsila Khan joined Alistair Sill on an Audio Described tour of Y Muni Pontypridd.  This project continues to thrive in breaking down access barriers in order to create an inclusive experience for all when visitng the venue.

5 Characters, close together, creating a dragon figure with their bodies, infront of a red sunset background.

We are celebrating World Mental Health Day, with some wonderful advice from our friend Ben, a character from our latest production of You've got Dragons! 

“Give your dragon your full attention at least once a day. Dragons get worse when ignored." 
#worldmentalhealthday

We are celebrating World Mental Health Day, with some wonderful advice from our friend Ben, a character from our latest production of You've got Dragons! 

“Give your dragon your full attention at least once a day. Dragons get worse when ignored." 
#worldmentalhealthday

Rydym yn dathlu Diwrnod Iechyd Meddwl y byd, gyda chymorth oddi wrth ein ffrind Ben, un o gymeriadau'n cynhyrchiad diwethaf Mae gen ti Ddreigiau. 
 “Rho' dy sylw llawn i dy ddraig o leiaf unwaith y dydd. Mae anwybyddu nhw'n neud nhw'n waeth."
#worldmentalhealthday

ESTYNIAD CAIS!
Rydym wedi gosod estyniad amser i geisio am ein swydd Marchnata a Cyfathrebu i , 5yp Dydd Llun y 13fed o Hydref. Am fwy o wybodaeth, ewch i'n wefan.
https://www.takingflighttheatre.org.uk/we-are-recruiting-marketing-and-communications-officer/

APPLICATION EXTENSION
The deadline to apply to be our new Marketing and Communications officer, has been extended to 5pm on Monday the 13th of October. For more information on how to apply, see link below.
https://www.takingflighttheatre.org.uk/we-are-recruiting-marketing-and-communications-officer/

Two white women, one with glasses and a curly fringe, the other with long curly hair, smile at the camera.

What a fabulous pair of trainers! Emily Rose is near to completing her training to deliver our Fantastic Deaf Awareness Training Package. Just part of our new approach to accredited courses.
For more info on our CPD courses and other opportunties visit https://www.takingflighttheatre.org.uk

Two white women, one with glasses and a curly fringe, the other with long curly hair, smile at the camera.

Am bâr o hyfforddwyr! Mae Emily Rose bron a bod wedi cyflawni ei hyfforddiant er mwyn darparu ein sesiynau Ymwybyddiaeth Fyddar, 'mond rhan o'n dull newydd i gyrsiau achrededig. Am fwy o wybodaeth ar ein cyrsiau "CPD" ewch i
 https://www.takingflighttheatre.org.uk

Person in a flamboyant outfit with pink and purple hues, wearing glasses, holding a drink, and gesturing energetically on stage.

Taking Flight are seeking a creative Marketing and Communications Officer to raise our profile, boost audience engagement, and share our story across multiple platforms.
For more information please go to https://www.takingflighttheatre.org.uk/we-are-recruiting-marketing-and-communications-officer/

Person in a flamboyant outfit with pink and purple hues, wearing glasses, holding a drink, and gesturing energetically on stage.

Mae Cwmni Theatr Taking Flight yn chwilio am Swyddog Marchnata a Chyfathrebu creadigol i'n helpu i godi ein proffil, hybu ymgysylltiad gyda chynulleidfaoedd, ac i rannu ein stori ar draws nifer o lwyfannau. Ar gyfer mwy o wybodaeth, ewch i’n wefan.
www.takingflighttheatre.org.uk

Image shows a smiling man, in an electric wheenchair, holding a colourful bunch of flowers.

Three people in comedic costumes perform outdoors; one is in a ghillie suit in a wheelchair, another in a scout outfit, and the third in cycling gear. An audience sits in the background, smiling and clapping, next to a small sign with Welsh and English text.

Huge congratulations to Jimmy and his first professional set of performances at St Fagan's Food Festival on the weekend. It rained, it poured, and once or twice the sun shone! A soggy welcome to the world of Outdoor theatre. Well done Jimmy- you nailed it.
#firstprofessionalactingjob
#breakingthebox

As through a telescope, a large beaked colourful birds head is peaking out

This morning we are rehearsing at the marvellous Talentshack on Penarth Rd. The premiere of our Twitch, Glitch and Flap is almost upon us. 
Rydyn ni'n ymarfer yn Talent Shack bore 'ma, ar gyfer ein cynhyrchiad newydd "Twitch, Glitch and Flap". 
http://museum.wales/whatson/food-festival

A collage of images from Midsummer Night's Dream, light mainly in green or peach, with the words Midsummer Nights Dream centre and the logos for Talent Shack and Taking Flight

Some gorgeous pics here from last week's Talent Shack Shakespeare directed by Elise, with support from Steph. Showcasing the talents of two of our fab youth theatre members, of whom we are very proud, alongside Talent Shack young people. They all did so well  & took integrated access in their stride

Talent Shack is a brilliant Cardiff based, not-for-profit organisation bringing performing arts education to young people, set up by  agent, actress and all round powerhouse Shelley Barrett, we're delighted to be working with them.

A flyer for Talent Shacks Summer School with artwork for A Midsummer Night's Dream and the practical booking details for the project which ran 26-29th August

A young boy sits backwards on a chair, arms folded, looking resigned, whilst a young woman stands behind him, looking dramatically into the distance

As our own YT is taking a break this summer, we're pleased to be able to support two of our members to take part in Talent Shack's Shakespeare in a Week workshops, cast as Hermia & Puck, and very happy that Elise has been invited to direct the show!

A bird watcher in brown mac and trilby faces away from us, an illustrated nest and chicks on top of their hat. They are consulting a bird book, looking out at the countryside in front of them whilst a variety of birds watch the watcher from on top of their binoculars, in their wellingtons, on their lunchbox and even VR glasses! The words Twitch, Glitch & Flap are in orange at the centre of the image.

Hope you enjoyed some wonderful weather over the Bank holiday. Don't forget that we'll be enjoying some awesome outdoor fun at Amgueddfa Cymru/ Museum Wales's St Fagan's Food Festival next month (13&14 September). Fingers crossed for similar weather.
https://museum.wales/whatson/food-festival/

A colourful graphic inlaid with a b&w photo: two women and a man in their 20s pose for a photo in a theatre foyer, all three have pale skin. The two women have their hair pushed back by sunglasses on their heads, the man has a neat beard and striped tshirt

Catch up with all things #BreakingTheBox over on our #LinkedIn showcase page, including all the news from our partner venues, and from our Provocateurs - Demelza, Emily Rose & Rhys.
https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/breaking-box-project-enters-new-phase-mission-aznne/

Duffy, centre dressed in a white flouncy shirt, corset and fishnet stockings, is flanked by Rhiannon and Amy in black boobed wigs, red corsets and black & white striped tights. To the side of the cabaret style stage, Eben stand at the microphone, with white painted face and rouge, wearing a cropped military tailcoat with tassles and cropped dress trousers with a green stripe, black and white brogues and chequered socks complete his costume

As it is #WorldPhotographyDay, please take a moment to appreciate this absolutely glorious shot by Kirsten McTernan on our most recent production #Martha. It's a showstopper. (Lighting Design Garrin Clarke, Set & Costume Design Carl Davies).

Croeso i'r Tîm!
Bydd Nia Rees yn ymuno â'r tîm fel cynorthwyydd gweinyddol rhan-amser y mis hwn. Mae Nia yn artist o RhCT Cymraeg ei hiaith ac yn fam falch i un. Efallai y bydd y rhai craff yn eich plith yn ei chofio yn ein cynhyrchiad o Road yn 2021 neu efallai fel aelod o Sgwad Hedfan 2022!

A colourful graphic inlaid with a b&w photo: a close up headshot of Nia, a young woman with pale skin and fair straight hair.

Welcome to the Team!
Nia Rees is joining the team as part time administrative assistant this month. Nia is a Welsh-speaking creative from RCT and a proud mum of one. The eagle eyed amongst you may recognise Nia from our 2021 production of Road or as a member of 2022’s Flying Squad!

Enjoy the videos and music that you love, upload original content and share it all with friends, family and the world on YouTube.

Taflen IAP newydd sbon! Diolch Steph!
Brand new BSL flyer! Thanks Steph!
#TwitchGlitchFlap

TG&F Audio Flyer 1, Cymraeg We are an inclusive theatre company making professional touring work featuring Deaf, disabled and non disabled creatives. We push the boundaries of creative access and share what we learn.

Taflen sain newydd sbon! Diolch Nia a Dan...
https://soundcloud.com/taking-flight-theatre/tgf-audio-flyer-1-cymraeg-2
#TwitchGlitchFlap

TG&F Audio Flyer 1, English We are an inclusive theatre company making professional touring work featuring Deaf, disabled and non disabled creatives. We push the boundaries of creative access and share what we learn.

Brand new audio flyer. Thanks Nia & Dan!
https://soundcloud.com/taking-flight-theatre/tgf-audio-flyer-1-english-1
#TwitchGlitchFlap

A Benefact Group image on a dark green background featuring the words we're doubling the money for our next draw and a simple rocket graphic

Movement for Good are  boosting their next draw, doubling the money to £2,000.
There is still time to nominate us to be in with a chance of receiving this generous donation. It takes less than 2 minutes. Simply do so before midnight Sunday 27th July.
https://movementforgood.com/

Festival Programme Come and enjoy our food festival at St fagans! Join us for courses, cookery demos, music and much more.

Rydym wrth ein bodd yn cymryd rhan yng Ngŵyl Fwyd Sain Ffagan 2025 gyda sioe newydd, Twitch Glitch and Flap. Mwy o wybodaeth yn dod yn fuan!

https://museum.wales/whatson/food-festival/programme/
#stfagansfoodfestival #gwylfwydsainffagan

A bird watcher in brown mac and trilby faces away from us, an illustrated nest and chcks on top of their hat. They are consulting a bird book, looking out at the countryside in front of them whilst a variety of birds watch the watcher from on top of their binoculars, in their wellingtons, on their lunchbox and even VR glasses!

We're very excited to be returning to St Fagan's Food Festival this year with a new show, Twitch Glitch & Flap. Look out for more details, coming soon!

Elise, David, Bethan and Elise's young son pose for a photo celbrating David's birthday

Lou holds the camera for a selfie around a pub table with volunteer David and operations manager Bethan

A spot of lunch to celebrate our brilliant volunteer David on his birthday. Thank you for your commitment and enthusiasm David!

A group of people gathered on and in front of the steps of Cardiff's Senedd building. They hold a mx of placards and banners calling for the introduction of the BSL language Act Wales.

Steph had a day away from the office yesterday to join others at the Senedd BSL Wales Bill Event. A really positive day with the introduction of the legislative text for the bill. Here's to 2026 being the year it is passed into law!

#BSLWalesBill

Mae rhywbeth doniol yn dod!
Something fun is on the way...
#Clowning #Accessible #Festival #Outdoor