TOM :The Story of Tom Jones

The Muni at Pontypridd was packed on Saturday night. He wasn't the real Tom Jones, but by the reception that the show had, he could almost have been. Kit Orton as Tom sang all the great numbers, thrust his pelvis (perhaps a little too often), but had the audience singing their hearts out. Phylip Harries was a great narrator, the musicians playing the Senators were superb. The show is pacy, with a great set design by Sean Crowley, and atmospheric lighting by Ceri James. If you're a fan, don't miss it. It's on tour til May 3 2014. www.theatr-nanog.co.uk

'Theatr na nÓg and their partners RCT Theatres and NPT Theatres are producing a story of Tom
 Jones; born Tommy Woodward; otherwise known as Tommy Scott and The Senators.

This play with live music tells the story of Tom in the early years, before his mega- fame and follows the blossoming talent of the valleys boy who sang in pubs and working men’s clubs up and down the valleys of South Wales. Then came his big break with his first number one hit on St David’s Day in 1965...Its Not Unusual!

Jam-packed with rock n roll hits of the era, played live on stage with a full band, TOM is a show that celebrates an ordinary man with an extraordinary talent.

Written by Mike James, this inspirational tale of incredible self-belief and determination will thrill audiences throughout Wales and beyond. (taken from the website www.theatr-nanog.co.uk)