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Oriel Myrddin gallery bosses in Carmarthen are investigating ambitious plans to further develop both the gallery and Carmarthen’s emerging cultural quarter in King Street. The gallery has commissioned a feasibility study to look in to the artistic, community and business benefits of the redevelopment of the Oriel Myrddin site. The gallery has been operating successfully for more than 20 years and has gained an excellent reputation as the main publicly funded art and craft gallery in the South West region. The team are now looking to extend the reach and impact of the gallery’s programme and education provision and explore plans to integrate an iconic new-build on the site of the bus shelter with the aim of attracting more footfall to the town. RDP Sir Gâr’s Innovative Communities, part of the Axis 4 Innovative Hubs scheme, has part-funded the feasibility study along with the Arts Council of Wales. Gallery Manager Meg Anthony said: “We’re really excited to have been given this opportu...

Spielberg-styled film makers of the future could be spawned by an ambitious new film project in Carmarthenshire. The County Council and It’s My Shout Productions have teamed up to deliver over spring and summer at Laugharne, St Clears, Whitland; Pencader/Llanfihangel-ar-arth/Llanllwni and Brynamman/Llandovery. The project will give groups and individuals an opportunity to learn new skills in film production and take part in the production of a short film of their very own. All ages are welcome. Funded by the Arts Council of Wales, the project will launch this Spring throughout the county and will engage local talent and enthusiasm to work on the production of three films from start to finish. Guided by industry professionals, everyone involved will have the opportunity to develop their skills in a variety of creative areas and stages of production, including storytelling and scriptwriting, acting, cinematography, sound capture, production design, costume and make-up and post-prod...

Confidence high over future of Brecon Jazz Festival - Showbiz - Lifestyle - WalesOnline Those interested in taking over the running of the Brecon Jazz Festival this summer will soon be able to assess what they need to apply for the tender. A spokeswoman for the Arts Council Wales (ACW) said: “We are confident the event will happen this year. We have the funds for it.” ACW and Powys County Council have been in discussions over the past few weeks to confirm what they would be looking for from future management of the festival.