Cwmni'r Frân Wen's archive

This is the Cwmni’r Frân Wen archive of the productions we have staged over the years. Currently there are details of 23 projects and productions in the archive, with more past productions being added as time and resources allow. Click on either the name of the project or the small square image to read the full details.

	Nunlle i Droi / Nobody for Me [ 2008 ] Cara and her brother, David, unbeknown to anyone else, care for their father who is an alcoholic. Their hope is to appear normal but the emotional and physical strain take their toll and affect all aspects of their lives. The drama takes a hard hitting and challenging look on the reality of life as a young carer. In the words of one young carer: “It’s important that everyone knows how we feel and how we’ve been ignored.” The aim of the project is to look at the needs of young people generally in order to allow them to mature and develop in to healthy and responsible adults.
	Johnny Delaney [ 2007 ] Jonny's story is a lasting reminder of how the racial intorviolences wich still prevail in today's soceity can lead to acts of mindless violence and the consequent sheer waste of life
	Y Crwban Mwya'n y Byd / The World's Greatest Turtle [ 2007 ] A project created in partnership with Gwynedd Council's Environment Directorate to raise awareness regarding the Pen Llyn a'r Sarnau Special Area of Conservation. The sea creatures are extremely excited at the prospect of their annual party to welcome the World's Greatest Turtle. The Octopus is far from happy, as not everyone is willing to lend a helping hand with the arrangements. Will they ever be ready to welcome the Turtle following his arduous journey to Wales? But this is the least of their worries, as the greatest threat of all lies beyond the deep blue sea - caused by the living patterns of man.
	Ty'd Adra [ 2007 ] Following requests by a number of schools this project will deal with the emotional effects of divorce/separation. Megan will re-live all the difficult emotions she experienced whilst contemplating how she managed to overcome the whole experience. The project aims to encourage understanding and empathy amongst peers. Following the bitterness of separation, Megan is torn between her parents' contrasting aspirations. Songs will have an important role in the performance in order to enable the pupils to reflect on the complexities of the situation. We will be working with agencies such as NSPCC and Childline in order to equip teachers and pupils with adequate and appropriate support following our visit.
	Dwi isio dringo coeden! (2) [ 2006 ] Telor's mother is very protective of him, and revels in keeping him clean and tidy and safe in front of the television. But his world is transformed as he ventures in the company of Anti Lloyd for the very first time into the depths of the forest of Pendraw'r Byd. There, his senses are awoken as he comes across all the wonders that nature has to offer.
	Bitsh! [ 2006 ]
	Weji [ 2006 ] It's the end of the Summer holidays and the lives of the boys from the village are about to be turned upside down. Trev, Slej and Tirion have grown up together, and the relationship forged between them has remained constant over the years. Everyone understands the rules and knows their place within the gang. But the rules of the Big School are a different ball game to the rules of the playground. Things will never be the same again.
	Dwi isio dringo coeden! [ 2006 ] Telor's mother is very protective of him, and revels in keeping him clean and tidy and safe in front of the television. But his world is transformed as he ventures in the company of Anti Lloyd for the very first time into the depths of the forest of Pendraw'r Byd. There, his senses are awoken as he comes across all the wonders that nature has to offer.
	Chwaraeon Buarth [ 2006 ] A project following research by the Welsh Language Board into the language spoken by the pupils of Bangor's primary schools. The project visited six primary schools in the Bangor catchment area with the aim of teaching and playing games with the children through the medium of Welsh.
	The Journey [ 2005 ] The Travellers' way of life is under threat. Through the eyes of an 11 year old boy we experience the problems and real obstacles that face him as he tries to live his life from day to day.
	Anne Frank [ 2005 ] The story of a young girl full of life transformed to nothing but a number. A single number amongst the six million Jews killed by the Nazis during the Second World War.
	Y Daith [ 2005 ] The Travellers' way of life is under threat. Through the eyes of an 11 year old boy we experience the problems and real obstacles that face him as he tries to live his life from day to day.
	MRCHDD@ / GD GRL:-) [ 2005 ] Eli is 13 years old and is crossing the threshold from being a child to becoming a young woman. Having received a laptop as a birthday present from her parents, she develops a relationship with Sam on the internet. This is a 'safe' relationship. But how much does Eli really know about Sam?
	Lleisiau yn y Parc 3 [ 2004 ]
	Stags and Hens [ 2004 ] Do you remember 1979? Yes, it was rather a strange year wasn't it? For Dave and Linda it was a momentous year - they finally decided to settle down!! Marry, find a flat, a colour tv and a hoover... That was the idea anyway... Come on - join the gang on their stag and hen night - who knows what might happen!!
	Lleisiau yn y Parc 2 [ 2003 ]
	Watsia! [ 2002 ] Cwmni'r Frân Wen have been comissioned by the Road Safety Unit of Gwynedd Council to produce a Theatre in Education project concentrating on raising awareness of road safety issues targeted at Year 1 and 2 pupils. The project comprises of a performance of the drama 'Watsia!' along with a follow up workshop giving the audience the opportunity to question the characters. Betsan is well looked after by her family but yearns for the same freedom as Ceri. When her favourite toy is left at Ceri's house, she decides to face the danger of the road. The aim of the project is to encourage pupils to consider the necessary skills needed to be safe on the road. The project will also deal with bullying and the relationship between children and adults. This project is offered through the medium of Welsh only.
	Claen [ 2002 ] Manon is a very lonely person who makes everybody's life a misery. She succeeds in persuading Iwan and Dewi to meet her at a building site with the intention of choosing one as her friend. Due to the appeal of her defiant behaviour, the two decide to meet her. The three characters long to establish a strong bond. How far will they venture to achieve this goal?
	Chwarae Plant [ 2001 ] The play is set in the home of Joe's grandparents. He arrives anxious and confused with his heart set on moving in to their home. Gradually we see how his grandparents' concern enables Joe to confront his worries. The play reflects how the extended family can offer support to children through their life long experiences. The play conveys strong emotions of jealousy and insecurity which is offset by the grandparents' eccentric and comical manner.
	Cae o Adar Duon (ail llwyfanu) [ 2001 ]
	Snog Sbar [ 2000 ]
	Cae o Adar Duon (1) [ 2000 ]
	Lyfli [ 1999 ]