Acclaimed Scottish singer-songwriter Adam Beattie ‘Uplifting Reveries Of Love’ (Mojo Magazine) and multi-platinum singer-songwriter Fiona Bevan ‘Startling odysseys’ (The Guardian) embark on a double headline tour of the UK this spring/summer in celebration of their new music releases. 

To mark the 70th birthday of Composer and pianist Adrian Williams and the 75th birthday of Mezzo Soprano Marion Rowlatt. The programme will include the world premiere of Williams’ Clarinet Sonata and works by Finzi, Elgar, Vaughan Williams and Betty Roe interspersed with readings from Adrian’s memoir. With Peter Cornish, clarinet, Leila Basletic, piano and Ruth Watson, oboe.

The Great Divinator: Touched by Spirits

Fake Moustache! Real Mindreading!

Expect impressive mind reading and outrageous audience participation in this unique evening of comedy Victorian seance and spooky paranormal happenings from multi award-winner and member of the Magic Circle Katie Tranter (The Magician's Table, Sonic the Hedgehog 3, Doctor Who).

One of the UK’s most exciting guitarists, Remi Harris is joined by double bassist Tom Moore and rhythm guitarist Chris Nesbitt to present an enthralling evening of Gypsy Jazz and Blues. Combining musical virtuosity with passion and flair, the trio features Remi on a variety of acoustic and electric guitars playing an eclectic mix of original compositions, jazz standards and new arrangements of his favourite tunes.

A relaxed, cabaret-style evening with special musical guests, a good dose of humour and an obscure musical quiz to keep you on your toes. While the content varies, The Velvet Violin delivers quality musicianship and a night to remember.

Ursula Martin never thought she would walk 3,700 miles around Wales, but following a cancer diagnosis it seemed like the only reasonable thing to do. Her best-selling book One Woman Walks Wales, documented this journey, but it was only the start of Ursula’s ambition. In an epic test of stamina, Ursula has since embarked on a 5,550 mile walk from Wales to Ukraine and back again, stopping off in countries such as Romania, Bulgaria, Bosnia, Italy, France and Spain. In her new book, One Woman Walks Europe, she brings to life challenging landscapes and the people she met along the way

Germa Adan is a Haitian-born composer, vocalist, and string musician whose music traverses Haitian, American, and British folk traditions, the rich sonic languages of the Afro-diaspora, and the improvisational spirit of jazz. Her acclaimed album Borderlines & Bloodlines was named one of Folk Alley’s Best Trad Albums of 2023. With performances at Manchester Folk, Sidmouth Folk, and Birmingham Symphony Hall, Germa creates immersive, soul-stirring music that resonates across cultures and generations.

A family favourite beloved by children and adults. Coco follows the story of Miguel, a boy who dreams of becoming an accomplished musician despite his family’s generations-old ban on music. Desperate to prove his talent, Miguel travels to the land of his ancestors - the stunning and colourful Land of the Dead. (2017  105 mins  PG)

The film follows Charles, an eccentric lottery winner who lives alone on a remote island and dreams of getting his favourite musicians, estranged folk band duo Herb McGwyer and Nell Mortimer, back together. His fantasy turns into reality when the bandmates and former lovers accept his invitation to play a private show at his home on Wallis Island. Old tensions resurface as Charles tries desperately to salvage his dream gig. A charming British comedy with folk songs!

Bluegrass band The Often Herd transcend the traditional boundaries of the genre. Although they might resemble an American string band, complete with driving energy, tight vocal harmonies and dazzling instrumental interplay, their vibrant, transatlantic sound is deeply coloured by their surroundings; the striking natural and industrial landscapes of Northern England. 

Just Visiting is a heartening and humorous piece of theatre, intricately woven from real memories and explored through storytelling and puppetry, that examines loss and grief from different angles. About Face Theatre Company, are a professional learning disability theatre company.

Later Life Letter tells the story of Luke Wright’s adoption – the life he leads, and the one he might have done. Wright navigates his audience through a warm and honest hour of poems and stand-up with the wit, pathos, and silliness that has made him one of the most popular live poets in England. 

Expect raucous laughter, tear-stained cheeks, and a little smattering of drum n bass.

Toby Hay is a guitar player and composer. Fascinated by the connection between landscape and music, he is inspired by the landscapes of the Cambrian Mountains where he lives, and is interested in the connection between improvisation and composition. Toby has toured all over the UK & Ireland performing solo, or collaborating with other musicians. He is the founder of Cambrian Records.

“One of the finest guitarists of his generation.” — KLOF

Gaby Rivers, Curator of the Judge’s Lodgings in Presteigne for nearly thirty years, will share some of the town’s treasures as well as the stories these treasures reveal about daily life in Presteigne, the town’s past and its place in the world. This will be an intimate meeting with the objects themselves; you will be able to examine them in detail – gloves provided!

Cardiff-based indie folk singer-songwriter Ivan Moult returns with his most personal work to date, Stood Out In The Storm. The album follows the acclaimed Songs From Severn Grove (2023), which drew praise for its warmth, intricacy and timeless songwriting, cementing Ivan’s reputation as one of Wales’ most compelling contemporary voices.

One day Darkness covers the face of the Land. Lion appeals for someone to bring back the Light and save the World. Who will succeed?The Powerful Eagle?  The Clever Monkey? Or Anansi the Spider and his mates?

A live-action animated re-make of Disney’s 2002 film in which a young, parentless girl adopts what she thinks is a dog from the local pound, unaware that the creature is supposedly a dangerous scientific experiment. (2025   108mins U)

We’ll be getting out the dance floor to make February 14^th a night to remember. Come however you are – dressed to the nines or dead casual; alone or together; happy or sad. We hope to have some of your favourite dance tunes; to make sure this happens, why not send playlist suggestions to info@midborderarts.com

'Cynefin' (pr. kuh-neh-vin) is the creative vision of musician, grain grower and cultural historian Owen Shiers. Fascinated by music and history, it is a bid to give a modern voice to Ceredigion’s rich yet neglected cultural heritage. 

What do a former garden designer, farmer, teacher and doctor have in common? The desire to restore and tend a parcel of land in Mowley Valley, five miles outside of Presteigne. Through slides and stories, they share their progress in helping to restore and create meadows along the River Arrow as well as facilitate habitat restoration and maximise biodiversity in this 160-acre valley.

Ethan Hunt and the IMF pursue a dangerous AI called The Entity that has infiltrated global intelligence. With governments and a figure from his past in pursuit, Hunt races to stop it from forever changing the world.

We have brought together two artists whose varied practices seek to deepen our relationship with the living world: Olivia through music, improvisation and voice yoga, and Gareth through reason, words and walking. How might their philosophies and practices meet and combine?

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Acclaimed local poet Rhiannon Hooson reads from a new cycle of poems which chart a course through the year. Her talk explores the process of writing and the ways in which close observation can lead to a connection with the natural world. 

An evening of classical music to recognise Ernie Kay and his significant contribution to Mid Border Arts and Presteigne Assembly Rooms.

Introducing Sam & Dinah. The perfect couple. The perfect house. The perfect… lie?

Sam and Dinah have it all… or so it seems. Behind their perfect suburban life lies tension, miscommunication, and a deep longing for something real. With a toe-tapping score that blends Broadway energy with biting social commentary, this opera is as relevant today as it was in 1951.

 Yn cyflwyno Sam a Dinah Y cwpl perffaith. Y tŷ perffaith. Y... celwydd perffaith?

Mae gan Sam a Dinah bopeth... neu felly mae'n ymddangos. Tu ôl i len eu bywyd maestrefol perffaith mae tensiwn, cam-gyfathrebu, a hiraeth dwfn am rywbeth go iawn. Gyda sgôr bywiog sy'n cyfuno egni Broadway â sylwebaeth gymdeithasol frathog, mae'r opera hon yr un mor berthnasol heddiw ag yr oedd ym 1951.