*PLEASE NOTE THAT THE PERFORMANCE MAY USE LASER, STROBE / FLASHING LIGHTING, SPECIAL EFFECTS, SMOKE, HAZE, CONFETTI CANONS, LOUD MUSIC AND PYROTECHNICS*
Unbeknown to the people of Swansea, the ‘Big Apple’, situated above Bracelet Bay, is actually a time travel machine. This was left by aliens, following their research mission to earth in the 1930’s.
In the present day, Tanya, a ‘Swansea Ballet School’ student, was leaving a dance competition, when she witnesses an Unidentified Flying Object (UFO).
At the same time, she observes a bright falling object which lands very close to her – A Crystal!
Intrigued, she puts this object in her pocket. What she doesn’t know, is this is a device that activates the ‘Big Apple Time Machine’.
It is the day of Swansea air show, and SBS students have been dismissed from their usual Saturday classes, due to distracting aircraft noise. This is the first time they have been able to watch the Swansea Bay Air Show!
The ever-watchful aliens, learn that Tanya has found a piece of Crystal from their planet. Through this Crystal, they observe and measure whether these humans are appreciative of their home, planet and city.
Do they care & respect each other?
Using the powers of the Crystal, the aliens compel Tanya to walk with her friends, along the promenade towards the Mumbles Big Apple. They are of course unaware that they are being led by a power greater than their own.
Focusing on Swansea’s summertime activities, the adventure begins; the local community enjoying the spectacular air show, the sunshine, beaches, floral parks and further activities along the coastline.
HOWEVER! Freak weather conditions, an unprecedented sighting of Sharks within the bay, and an unscheduled trip in a Time Machine, make this a day out to remember.
Poignantly, they witness a historic lifeboat disaster, and so learn of the courageous work of the local RNLI volunteers.
Will the students remain friends throughout?
Will they surpass the alien’s expectations?
What will they learn?
Seats F26 & F27 are the wheelchair bay, there are no seats here, this space can accommodate 2 standard-size wheelchairs.
Seats G1 & G2 can accommodate wheelchair transfers, these have a fixed bottom seat for easier access out of a wheelchair.
Row G has no steps so easier to access for those with reduced mobility, all other rows have steps to access.
All visitors aged 2 and above must have a valid ticket.
We cannot admit anyone into the auditorium without a valid ticket/seat.
All seats are well tiered so a good view can be seen from all locations.
We recommend arriving at least 30 minutes before the event start time.
All events start promptly as per the advertised start time.
Parking:
Swansea University has implemented an Automatic Number Plate (ANPR) Recognition system.
No parking is available for Taliesin Arts Centre visitors on Singleton Campus, weekdays from 8am – 4pm.
On weekdays after 4pm and on weekends, all Taliesin Arts Centre customers attending an event/show can park free of charge on campus, subject to availability. You will need to register your vehicle at Taliesin Arts Centre on arrival for each event to avoid a Parking Charge Notice. Swansea University accepts no liability for Parking Charge Notices issued because of a failure to follow these instructions.
Building Access
When you arrive, you can access us directly on the first floor of the building.
Refreshments
The bar is open 1 hour before for Taliesin Arts Centre events with a selection of drinks available for pre/post-show and intervals. Card payment only (no cash).
We reserve the right to change the programme/seating at short notice, refuse admission, or admit latecomers.
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