NORTH WALES WHAT’S ON
Summer at Venue Cymru Jools Holland and his Rhythm and Blues Orchestra, 17th July The Hootenanny legend returns with Squeeze bandmate Gilson Lavis and special guests Ruby Turner and Louise Marshall. 7.30pm. Tickets from £38. Chicago, 25th-30th July Set amid the razzle-dazzle decadence of the 1920s, this sassy musical tells the story of
rivals Roxie Hart and Velma Kelly – and all that jazz! Expect treachery, corruption and murder… 7.30pm. Tickets from £15.50. Zog and the Flying Doctors, 2nd-4th August Zog the dragon, keen student turned air ambulance, and his crew Princess Pearl and
Rock out in Wrexham DID YOU KNOW? German techno giants Scooter formed in Hamburg in 1993 Rock the Park returns to Wrexham on 5th-7th August, with over 70 live acts across four huge stages, plus stunt shows, an entertainment arena, nighttime air show, fireworks, fairground, world foods and so much more. Friday headliners include dance legends Scooter, Darren
Russ Chester
Landscapes in paint
SARAH MILLICAN: “Apologising for not having cleaned is easier than cleaning” Sir Gadabout wreak medical mayhem! Stage show of Julia Donaldson’s popular book. 2pm & 4.30pm. Tickets from £16.
Stars at Rhyl Events Arena James, 8th July The enduring Manchester indie band present songs from their new album along with all the hits, supported by Lightning Seeds and The Ks. Tickets £53.12.
Jack Savoretti, 9th July Fresh from an arena tour of new album Europiana, Jack will be supported by soul star Beverley
Styles and Cascada, with Saturday and Sunday showcasing tributes to everyone from The Killerz to Oasish to Spice Forever. Tickets from £30, teens from £12, under-12s free (camping option is now sold out). rockthepark.co.uk Enjoy stunning exhibitions at Oriel Môn in Anglesey. Until 31st July catch Jenny Holland’s bold impressionistic paintings in ‘Brushes with Land and Sea’. From 6th August Russ Chester’s ‘The Journey in My Heart’ explores the light, textures and colours of the Welsh countryside. Running throughout the year, ‘A Life in the Country’ charts the lives of the Massey sisters of Cornelyn via their vast portfolio of botanical studies. Open Tue-Sun, 10am-5pm. Free entry, booking essential. orielmon.org
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Sarah Millican: Bobby Dazzler, 6th August The star brings gags about all manner of domestic mishaps! 8pm. Tickets £30. venuecymru.co.uk
Knight. Tickets £54.12. Tom Grennan, 10th July The ‘Little Bit of Love’ singer showcases his new music, with special guest Ella Henderson. Tickets £44.68. Gates open 4pm. Tickets via gigantic.com or rhylpavilion. co.uk or call 01745 330 000
Watch the skies
Rhyl Air Show on 27th & 28th August promises an action-packed, fun-filled line-up with spectacular displays both in the air and on the ground. A strong RAF presence includes the Eurofighter Typhoon and the Red Arrows, and there will be displays by the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight and the Grob Tutor. The show opens at 11am, displays from 2pm, and entry is free. For more details, visit: denbighshireleisure.co.uk/RhylAirShow
